City of Kent Begins Well 6 Improvement Project
The City of Kent has initiated the Well 6 Improvement Project to enhance local infrastructure and ensure reliable water service for nearby residents. The...
New Warehouse Development to Replace Former Industrial Site in Kent
KENT, WA – November 2025 — A major redevelopment project is underway in Kent, as the Bridge Kent Maralco project prepares to transform a...
SR 509 Extension Project to Improve Access to SeaTac and Ease Traffic Congestion
The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is moving forward with the SR 509 Project, which will extend State Route 509 from I-5 to...
Federal Way Link Extension Nears Completion — Star Lake Station Among New Additions
KENT, WA – November 2025 — Sound Transit’s Federal Way Link Extension (FWLE) project is nearing completion, marking a major milestone in expanding the...
End of shutdown ignites new round of sparring among WA’s congressional lawmakers
by Jerry Cornfield, Washington State Standard
November 12, 2025
The shutdown is over.
But jousting continues among Republicans and Democrats — including those from Washington state —...
Former Microsoft CEO’s philanthropy will donate up to $170M a year for free preschool...
by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard
November 12, 2025
The Ballmer Group on Wednesday committed hundreds of millions of dollars for free preschool in Washington, a...
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...