KENT, Wash. — The Kent Police Department is inviting residents to register for its Fall 2026 Community Police Academy, an interactive program designed to give community members a closer look at the department and the work of local law enforcement.
The department says the academy will provide participants with opportunities to learn more about Kent Police officers, specialty units and other aspects of police operations. The program is intended for...
RENTON, Wash. — Communities across Washington were encouraged to participate in civic life on September 17 as the state observed Washington’s Day of Civic Engagement.
The City...
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KENT, Wash. — The Kent Police Department is inviting residents to register for its Fall 2026 Community Police Academy, an interactive program designed to...
RENTON, Wash. — Communities across Washington were encouraged to participate in civic life on September 17 as the state observed Washington’s Day of Civic...
by Jerry Cornfield, Washington State Standard
September 17, 2026
The state Supreme Court on Thursday delivered the final blow to a controversial 2024 ballot measure pushed...
by Aspen Ford, Washington State Standard
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Gov. Bob Ferguson has yet to decide whether Washington will join 31 other states that have opted...
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On Oct....
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