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Traffic Advisory: Lane Closures Scheduled on Central Avenue in Kent for Fiber Work

Drivers in Kent should prepare for temporary traffic disruptions as intermittent curb lane closures are scheduled along Central Avenue between South 228th Street and...

King County Launches 2026 Wastemobile Program for Safe Household Hazardous Waste Disposal

The City of Kent Government has announced the return of the 2026 Wastemobile season, providing residents across King County with convenient locations to safely...

Missing Vulnerable Adult with Dementia Last Seen in Auburn, Washington

Authorities are searching for a missing vulnerable adult who was last seen in the Auburn area and may be in need of medical assistance. According...

Southbound Curb Lane Closed on 84th Ave S for Sewer Repairs

Kent, WA | February 26, 2026 — Drivers in Kent should prepare for delays as a southbound curb lane closure is now in effect...

Kent Becomes First City in Washington to Secure HB 2015 Public Safety Funding

Kent, WA | February 26, 2026 — The Kent Police Department announced that the City of Kent has become the first city in Washington...

Kent Police Arrest Domestic Violence Suspect After Vehicle Stop

Kent, Wash. — Officers with the Kent Police Department arrested a domestic violence suspect Friday evening following a vehicle stop in the city. The arrest...

New Officer Sworn Into Duty at Kent Police Department

Kent, Wash. — The Kent Police Department officially welcomed its newest officer during a swearing-in ceremony held Tuesday night before the Kent City Council. Deputy...

Armed Robbery Suspect Arrested After Chase Through Kent

Kent, WA – A 17-year-old Kent resident was arrested Tuesday morning following an attempted armed robbery at a bank ATM on Kent’s East Hill...

Kent Police Investigate Fatal Stabbing at West Hill Apartment Complex

Kent Police Department detectives are investigating a homicide following a fatal stabbing early Friday morning in the West Hill area of Kent. According to police,...

Pedestrian Killed in Train Collision in Kent

A 64-year-old Kent woman was killed Monday evening after being struck by a northbound BNSF train, according to the Kent Police Department. Officers were dispatched...

Traffic Alert: Lane Shifts and Closures on James Street at Washington Avenue N

Kent, WA – January 28, 2026 – Drivers should expect intermittent lane shifts and closures on James Street at the intersection with Washington Avenue...

Traffic Alert: Alternating Lane Closures on 124th Ave SE for Storm Line Installation

Drivers should expect north and southbound alternating lane closures on 124th Avenue SE, between SE 251st Place and SE 253rd Street, from January 22–28,...

Traffic Alert: Westbound Lane Shift and Bike Lane Closure on W Meeker St at Thompson Ave N

Motorists and cyclists should be aware of a westbound lane shift and bike lane closure on W Meeker Street at Thompson Avenue N. The...

Traffic Alert: Southbound Curb Lane Closure on 4th Ave S at W Gowe St

Drivers are advised of a temporary lane closure on 4th Avenue South at West Gowe Street. The southbound curb lane will be closed for...

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

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