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US Senate in bipartisan vote passes bill to end record-breaking shutdown, House up next

by Jennifer Shutt, Washington State Standard November 10, 2025 WASHINGTON — The U.S. Senate approved a stopgap spending bill Monday that will end the longest government...

Patchy Dense Fog Creates Hazardous Driving Conditions Across Southwest Interior

Seattle, WA (November 12, 2025) – The National Weather Service in Seattle has issued a warning for patchy dense fog across the Southwest Interior,...

Fire Department Activity Blocks Lane on Aurora Avenue North

Seattle, WA: Emergency crews from Seattle Fire Department responded to an incident on Aurora Avenue North at Prospect Street Tuesday evening, resulting in a...

Kent and Auburn Police Arrest Armed Robbery Suspect Following High-Speed Chase

Kent, WA: Kent Police Department officers, working in collaboration with Auburn Police, arrested a 27-year-old Bothell man early Friday morning after an armed robbery...

City of Kent Honors Veterans on Veteran’s Day

Kent, WA: The City of Kent Government is honoring all who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces on this Veteran’s Day. In recognition of...

City of Kent Seeks Applicants for Bicycle Advisory Board

Kent, WA: The City of Kent Government has announced that it is currently accepting applications for its Bicycle Advisory Board. This board plays an important...

City of Kent Issues Traffic Advisory, Encourages Residents to Sign Up for Alerts

Kent, WA: The City of Kent Government is reminding residents to stay informed about local road closures and traffic disruptions caused by weather or...

City of Kent Offices Closed Tuesday, November 11 for Veterans Day

Kent, WA — The City of Kent has announced that several city facilities will be closed on Tuesday, November 11, in observance of Veterans...

Kent Gears Up for the 2025 Christmas Rush 5K/10K Fun Run & Walk

Kent, WA — The holiday spirit is in full swing as the City of Kent announces the 2025 Christmas Rush 5K/10K Fun Run &...

City of Kent Announces Exciting Lineup of Upcoming Community Events

Kent, WA — The City of Kent is gearing up for a busy season of community engagement and family fun, with several exciting events...

City of Kent Encourages Residents to Recycle Styrofoam Responsibly

Kent, WA — The City of Kent is reminding residents to properly dispose of Styrofoam and similar materials as part of its ongoing “Keep...

Sea-Tac Airport Faces Delays and Cancellations Amid Federal Government Shutdown

Seattle, WA — Travelers passing through Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (Sea-Tac) are facing mounting disruptions as the ongoing federal government shutdown continues to ripple through the...

Justice Mary Yu reflects on a 25 year-career on the Washington state bench

by Paul W. Taylor, Washington State Standard November 9, 2025 This article was first published by TVW. After a quarter century on the bench, Washington Supreme Court Justice...

City of Kent to Host “Bridging Cultures Through Cuisines” Presentation with World-Class Chef Christina Arokiassamy

Kent, WA — The City of Kent invites residents to an inspiring evening of cultural connection and culinary exploration as part of its Equity &...

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