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Renton Police Seek Public’s Help Identifying Walmart Arson Suspect

Renton, WA — The Renton Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect connected to an arson investigation following a...

Kent Police Officer Praised for Quick Action During Downtown Building Fire

KENT, Wash. — A Kent Police officer is being recognized for his swift response and teamwork during a fire at an occupied building in...

Decomposed Body Found in Kent; Police Seek Public’s Help Identifying Man

KENT, Wash. — Kent Police are investigating after the remains of an adult male were discovered in a brush-covered area near the intersection of...

13-Year-Old Arrested in Connection With Fatal Shooting of Teen in Seattle’s Rainier Valley

SEATTLE — A 13-year-old boy was arrested on June 4 in connection with the fatal shooting of a 17-year-old boy in Seattle's Rainier Valley...

Kent Police Officers Honored with Lifesaving Awards for Heroic Actions

Kent, WA – The Kent Police Department has recognized two officers with Lifesaving Awards for their swift and courageous actions that helped save lives...

Renton Police Prepare for FIFA World Cup 2026 as Belgian National Team Arrives

RENTON, Wash. — The Renton Police Department has announced extensive preparations for the arrival of Belgium’s national soccer team ahead of the FIFA World...

Man arrested after shattering windows at WA Capitol, authorities say

by Jerry Cornfield, Washington State Standard June 4, 2026 Authorities arrested a man early Thursday after he allegedly broke several windows of the Washington state Capitol...

As Trump admin sues states over federal agent mask bans, Northwest remains on sidelines

by Shaanth Nanguneri, Washington State Standard June 4, 2026 Despite passing some of the nation’s first laws barring federal law enforcement agents from concealing their identities,...

Kent Police Investigating Suspicious Death After Early-Morning 911 Call

KENT, Wash. — June 3, 2026 — The Kent Police Department is investigating a suspicious death following a 911 report of shots fired in...

Renton Police Department to Host Career Workshop for Aspiring Officers

The Renton Police Department is inviting community members interested in law enforcement careers to attend a special Career Workshop on Saturday, June 20, 2026,...

Kent Woman Arrested After Running Into Traffic While Fleeing Police

KENT, Wash. — A 28-year-old woman was arrested Tuesday afternoon after allegedly attempting to flee Kent Police by running into traffic near the 300...

Armed Motorcyclist Arrested in South Seattle, Drugs and Gun Seized

Seattle Police Department officers arrested a 31-year-old man during a traffic stop in South Seattle after recovering narcotics, drug paraphernalia, and a handgun. According to...

Kent Police Department Promotes Commander L. Meyer

The Kent Police Department has announced the promotion of former Sergeant L. Meyer to the rank of Commander, recognizing his years of dedicated service...

WA Supreme Court rejects state’s attempt to unblock sheriff eligibility law

by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard May 5, 2026 A Washington Supreme Court commissioner on Tuesday declined to pause a judge’s ruling that blocked a new...

Kent Police Arrest Man Suspected of Domestic Violence

Kent Celebrates Manufacturing Month with Tri-Tec Manufacturing

Dems eye the Yakima Valley legislative district as one to flip in WA. Turnout is the challenge.

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