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Washington AG pushing new law to protect workers from immigration raids

by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard October 14, 2025 Washington’s Democratic attorney general is looking at a new way to shield the state’s immigrant workers amid...

Explosive Device Neutralized Near Kent Police Station by Port of Seattle Bomb Squad

KENT, WA — October 14, 2025: A tense situation unfolded Tuesday morning when a suspected explosive device was brought to the Kent Police Department...

Cascadia quake may create ’emergency situation’ in other West Coast fault zone, study warns

by Shaanth Nanguneri, Washington State Standard October 14, 2025 The so-called “Big One” or Cascadia Subduction Zone earthquake expected to trigger disruptive quakes throughout the West...

Police Investigate Early Morning Shooting in North Seattle

Seattle, WA — Seattle police are investigating a shooting that left a 41-year-old man injured early Tuesday morning in North Seattle. Around 1:30 a.m., officers...

Bellevue Police to Host Halloween Edition of “Coffee with a Cop”

Bellevue, WA — The Bellevue Police Department is inviting community members to a special Halloween-themed edition of Coffee with a Cop this Wednesday, October...

Police Investigating Machete Attack in North Seattle

Seattle, WA — Detectives with the Seattle Police Department are investigating a violent machete attack that left a 53-year-old man seriously injured in North...

K9 Gambit and Kent Police Assist WSP in Locating and Arresting Felon

Kent, WA — A coordinated effort between the Kent Police Department and the Washington State Patrol (WSP) led to the arrest of a fleeing...

Supreme Court Declines to Review H-1B Spouse Work Permit Challenge

Date: October 14, 2025 Source: SupremeCourt.gov Docket No. 24-923 — Save Jobs USA v. Department of Homeland Security In a significant development for thousands of H-4...

WA officials take stock as wildfire season winds down

by Emily Fitzgerald, Washington State Standard October 13, 2025 With fall weather dampening wildland fire conditions in Washington, officials are beginning to reflect on the fire...

Governor Bob Ferguson Issues Proclamation Honoring Hispanic Heritage Month in Washington

Olympia, WA — Governor Bob Ferguson has issued a formal proclamation celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month, recognizing the rich cultural contributions, history, and achievements of...

Police Recover Assault Rifle During Nightlife Patrols in Seattle’s Pioneer Square

Seattle, WA — Seattle police officers arrested a 29-year-old man and recovered an assault rifle early this morning during ongoing nightlife emphasis patrols in...

Council President Satwinder Kaur Emphasizes Inclusive Leadership and Community-Centered Public Safety in Re-Election Bid

Council President Satwinder Kaur, a lifelong Kent resident and the first Indian-American Sikh woman elected to the Kent City Council, is seeking re-election to...

Shoker’s Approach to Governance & Community Engagement

At the candidate forum organized by the Kent Black Action Commission, Shoker outlined her approach to leadership, prioritizing inclusion, engagement, and consistent presence in...

Andy Song: A Collaborative Approach to Leadership in Kent

Andy Song, candidate for Kent City Council, Position 6, entered the general election against Sharn Shoker after finishing second in the August primary. A longtime...

Car Seats Are Mandatory: Kent Police Reminds Parents to Protect Young Passengers

WA judge rejects bid to ditch description of income tax initiative’s budget effects

2 votes separate WA Democrats in Bellingham-area state Senate race