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Security company drops lawsuit over new WA tax

by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard November 11, 2025 A security company has dropped its lawsuit over Washington’s new sales tax on services weeks after filing...

Renton Police Enforce Traffic Safety on Lake Washington Boulevard

The Renton Police Department has increased enforcement along Lake Washington Boulevard after reports of dangerous driving behavior in the area. According to police, drivers...

City of Kent Urges Residents to Stay Visible During Darker Evenings

As daylight hours continue to shorten, the City of Kent Government is reminding residents to prioritize safety while walking or biking at night. In...

City of Kent Arts Commission Holds Meeting to Discuss 2025–26 Spotlight Series

KENT, WA – November 2025 — The City of Kent Arts Commission convened today at 5:30 p.m. in the Centennial Building to discuss upcoming...

City of Kent Honors Lindsay Walker as November 2025 Employee of the Month

KENT, WA – November 2025 — The City of Kent has recognized Lindsay Walker, Economic and Community Development Planner, as its Employee of the...

Federal Way Link Extension Nears Completion, Set to Open December 2025

Federal Way, WA — Sound Transit’s Federal Way Link Extension (FWLE) is nearing completion, marking a major milestone in expanding the Puget Sound region’s light...

Congressional Oversight Committee Reports Receiving New Documents in Epstein Estate Investigation

Washington, D.C. — Members of the House Oversight Committee announced they have received new documents from the estate of Jeffrey Epstein as part of ongoing...

Seattle Police Department Honors Veterans on Veterans Day

Seattle, WA — November 11, 2025 The Seattle Police Department (SPD) marked Veterans Day with a heartfelt message recognizing the service and sacrifice of military...

Police Secure Scene After Suspicious Package Investigation in Bellevue

Bellevue, WA —The Bellevue Police Department has confirmed that the scene involving a suspicious package near 183rd Place SE between SE Cougar Mountain Way...

Northern Lights Dazzle Over Lake Washington Amid Strong Geomagnetic Storm

Residents across western Washington were treated to a rare and spectacular sight last night as the Aurora Borealis lit up the skies above Lake...

Renton Police Officers Honored with Life-Saving Awards

Renton, WA — November 12, 2025 — Several officers from the Renton Police Department were recognized at Monday’s City Council meeting for their heroic...

City of Kent Launches BuildKentWA.com to Keep Residents Informed About Local Development

Kent, WA — November 12, 2025 — The City of Kent is inviting residents to explore BuildKentWA.com, a new online resource designed to keep...

City of Kent Hosts Cultural Culinary Event with Chef Christina Arokiasammy

Kent, WA — November 12, 2025 — The City of Kent’s Equity and Inclusion Speaker Series will feature internationally renowned chef Christina Arokiasammy in...

States hope to use rural health money to keep doctors, combat chronic disease

by Nada Hassanein, Washington State Standard November 11, 2025 In their competition for rural health care dollars from a new federal fund, states are seeking money...

Bellevue Police Investigate Late-Night Shooting, No Injuries Reported

U.S. to Revoke Passports Over Unpaid Child Support

Rajasthan Foundation Expands to U.S. with First Office Announcement in Seattle