City of Kent Offers Free “Talking Trash” Events to Help Residents Dispose of Hard-to-Toss...
Kent, WA — The City of Kent is encouraging residents to clear out unwanted items through its Talking Trash events, a free community program...
City of Kent Encourages Residents to Prepare Homes for Winter Weather
Kent, WA — As winter weather approaches, the City of Kent is urging residents to take steps now to prepare their homes and reduce...
Intermittent Lane Shifts Planned on James Street at Washington Avenue North
Kent, WA — Motorists traveling on James Street at the intersection of Washington Avenue North should expect overnight traffic impacts due to upcoming fiber...
Man Seriously Injured in Shooting Near Seattle’s Chinatown-International District
Seattle, WA — A 27-year-old man was seriously injured in a shooting early Saturday morning near the Chinatown-International District, police said.
According to authorities, the...
Daytime Lane Closures Scheduled at W Meeker Street and Lincoln Avenue
Kent, WA — Motorists should expect daytime traffic delays at the intersection of West Meeker Street and Lincoln Avenue due to upcoming utility relocation...
Nighttime Lane Closures Planned at W Meeker Street and Washington Avenue North
Kent, WA — Drivers traveling through the intersection of West Meeker Street and Washington Avenue North should plan for nighttime traffic delays beginning this...
Felon Arrested for Drug Dealing in Seattle’s Belltown, Crack Cocaine Found Hidden in Underwear
Seattle, WA — Seattle police arrested a 33-year-old felon Wednesday morning after officers observed him selling crack cocaine in the Belltown neighborhood. Additional narcotics...
Federal judge blocks Trump election order, siding with Oregon, Washington
by Julia Shumway, Washington State Standard
January 9, 2026
A federal judge in Washington state on Friday permanently blocked the Trump administration from enforcing a 2025...
Ferguson may have broken WA ethics laws allowing ex-adviser to fly on state plane
by Jerry Cornfield, Washington State Standard
January 9, 2026
Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson likely violated state laws by allowing his former top adviser, Mike Webb, to...
WA Democrats won’t hold hearings on parental rights, trans athlete initiatives
by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard
January 9, 2026
Democratic leaders in the Washington state Legislature said Friday they have no plans to hold hearings on...