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Rising Cedar River Causes Road Closures and Safety Warnings in Renton

RENTON, WA — City officials have issued public safety warnings as rising water levels in the Cedar River have caused localized flooding, road closures,...

Kent Parks Cancels Christmas Rush Event Due to High River Levels

KENT — Kent Parks, Recreation & Community Services has announced the cancellation of the 2025 Christmas Rush 5K/10K, citing unsafe conditions caused by rising...

Train Incident Prompts Temporary Road Closure in Kent

Kent, WA — The Kent Police Department announced a temporary road closure Friday after a train-related incident occurred along the BNSF railway tracks. According to...

Flood Warning Issued for King County, Washington

King County, WA — A Flood Warning has been issued for the region, urging residents to exercise caution as hazardous conditions develop due to...

Traffic Alerts Issued for Renton Ahead of December 8–12 Roadwork

Renton, WA — The City of Renton has released its list of traffic impacts expected for the week of December 8–12, as multiple streets...

Homicide Investigation Underway in Tacoma; Arrest Reported on McKinley Avenue

Tacoma, WA — Tacoma police are investigating a homicide following an incident that initially appeared to be a vehicle collision in the 6400 block...

Two Suspects Arrested in Back-to-Back Shoplifting Incidents in Tukwila

Tukwila, WA — Two people were taken into custody following a pair of shoplifting incidents that unfolded almost simultaneously at businesses along the 17300...

Father Dies After Saving Child in Lake Perris Drowning Incident

LAKE PERRIS, Calif. — A tragic drowning incident at Lake Perris on Saturday afternoon claimed the life of a father who witnesses say died...

Suspected Car Thief Arrested After Ramming Police Vehicle

A 36-year-old man is in custody after allegedly stealing a vehicle early Friday morning and attempting to flee police by repeatedly ramming a patrol...

Temporary Road Closure on 2nd Ave N for Christmas Light Installation, Dec. 3–4 in Kent

Kent, WA — Drivers in downtown Kent should prepare for a temporary road closure later this week as crews install Christmas lights on street...

Road Closures Announced for Winter Parade in Kent on December 6

Kent, WA — Motorists are advised to plan ahead as several downtown roads will be temporarily closed on Saturday, December 6, 2025, to accommodate...

Fresno Uber Driver Critically Injured After Being Shot by Passenger

Fresno, CA — A late-night ride in Fresno turned violent Thursday when an Uber driver was shot in the back of the head by...

Elderly Cyclist Rescued After Crash on Sammamish River Trail Thanks to Rapid Response by Dispatch, Fire, and Police

REDMOND, WA — A coordinated emergency response helped save an elderly cyclist after a serious crash along the Sammamish River Trail on November 11,...

Kent Police Searching for Missing, Possibly Vulnerable 42-Year-Old Man

KENT, WA — The Kent Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating 42-year-old Marshall Wilson, who has been reported missing under...

U.S. Marshals Capture Seattle Homicide Suspect After Mistaken California Jail Release

WA Fish and Wildlife commissioner accuses agency director of retaliation

Immigrants in WA to be notified of federal workplace inspections under new law

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