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Road Closure on Central Avenue S in Kent After Power Pole Knocked Down

KENT, Wash. — Drivers in Kent should expect delays after a full road closure was put in place on Central Avenue South between Smith...

Divisions emerge as WA looks to retool its wolf shooting rules

by Aspen Ford, Washington State Standard July 9, 2026 A little more than two weeks ago, the director of the state’s Department of Fish and Wildlife...

Here’s what WA’s federal delegation want residents in 2276 to know about the state

by Jerry Cornfield, Washington State Standard July 8, 2026 An apple carved from Tenino stone. A photo of the Nisqually Glacier on Mount Rainier. A commemorative...

DOJ threatens WA election officials with prosecution if noncitizens vote

by Jerry Cornfield and Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard July 7, 2026 Federal authorities on Tuesday threatened Washington state election officials with criminal prosecution if they...

These 3 WA communities now need state approval for election rule changes

by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard July 7, 2026 For the first time, three Washington state local governments will need the state’s OK before implementing new...

Renton Police Warn Public About Fake CAPTCHA Scams Targeting Computer Users

Renton, Washington — June 2026 The Renton Police Department is alerting residents to a growing online scam that uses fake CAPTCHA verification screens to trick...

Kent City Offices and Police Department Closed for Juneteenth Observance

Kent, Washington — June 19, 2026 The City of Kent and the Kent Police Department announced the closure of city offices and public facilities on...

Lake Meridian Park Beach Closed Due to High Bacteria Levels

Kent, Washington — June 17, 2026 The City of Kent has announced the temporary closure of the swim beach at Lake Meridian Park after testing...

Man Seriously Injured in Early-Morning Shooting Near Seattle’s Belltown Neighborhood

SEATTLE, Wash. — Seattle police are investigating a shooting that left a 36-year-old man seriously injured in the early hours of June 12 near...

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...

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...

Two Men Seriously Injured in Chinatown-International District Hit-and-Run

SEATTLE, Wash. — Seattle police are investigating a hit-and-run collision that left two men seriously injured late Sunday night in the Chinatown-International District. At approximately...

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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