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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...

Police Arrest Man for Assaulting Teen in North Seattle

Seattle Police arrested a 35-year-old man following an assault on a teenage girl in the Northgate area early this morning. According to police, officers responded...

Suspected DUI Driver Dies After Police Pursuit Crash in Kent

The Kent Police Department is investigating a fatal crash that followed a suspected DUI incident in Kent on the night of April 25, 2026. According...

Renton Police Reactivate License Plate Reader Cameras After Policy Updates

The Renton Police Department has resumed operation of its Automatic License Plate Reader (ALPR) cameras after a temporary pause to comply with updated state...

WA police lag on required deescalation, mental health training

by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard April 17, 2026 Washington law enforcement officers are way behind completing deescalation and mental health training required under the state’s...

Officer-Involved Shooting in Federal Way Under Investigation by VIIT

The Tukwila Police Department has shared a press release from the Valley Independent Investigative Team regarding an officer-involved shooting that occurred in Federal Way...

Seattle Police Arrest Ohio Fugitive Wanted for Murder and Drug Trafficking

Seattle police have arrested a 24-year-old fugitive from Ohio who was wanted on multiple serious charges, including murder, felony assault, and cocaine trafficking. According to...

Kent Police Promote “Take Me Home” Program to Help Vulnerable Residents Return Safely

The Kent Police Department is encouraging families to enroll in its “Take Me Home” program, designed to assist children and adults with cognitive conditions...

Tukwila Police Arrest Suspect with Outstanding Warrant During Traffic Stop

The Tukwila Police Department reported multiple enforcement actions leading to the arrest of a suspect with an outstanding warrant. According to authorities, officers initially observed...

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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