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Two Injured in Shooting in Seattle’s Chinatown-International District

Police are investigating a shooting in Seattle’s Chinatown-International District that left two young men seriously injured Tuesday afternoon. At approximately 4:10 p.m., officers responded to...

Burglary Suspect Arrested in South Seattle After $400 Liquor Theft

A 37-year-old man was arrested early this morning after allegedly breaking into a South Seattle business and stealing approximately $400 worth of alcohol. Police responded...

Washington adds safeguards for Flock cameras

by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard March 30, 2026 Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson on Monday signed into law new guardrails for the use of automated license...

Bellevue Police Announce Officer Testing Opportunity at City Hall

Bellevue, WA — The Bellevue Police Department is inviting aspiring law enforcement candidates to take the next step toward becoming police officers by participating...

Homicide Investigation Underway in Capitol Hill Apartment

Seattle Police Department detectives are investigating a homicide that occurred in the Capitol Hill neighborhood on Monday afternoon. Officers responded around 4:10 p.m. on March...

Kent police investigating body found in Lake Fenwick

Kent police are investigating after an adult male was found deceased in Lake Fenwick on March 23, 2026. According to police, officers and Puget Sound...

Kent police arrest suspected drug dealer after pursuit and weapons seizure

Kent police say officers arrested a 45-year-old Kent man after a vehicle pursuit Wednesday morning near South 236th Street and Pacific Highway South. According...

‘Blue envelopes’ seek to reduce WA traffic stop risks for neurodivergent drivers

by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard March 23, 2026 Traffic stops can be anxiety-inducing encounters, especially for people with autism. To address this, Washington is establishing a...

New Police Officer Sworn In at Kent City Council Meeting

The Kent Police Department has officially welcomed a new officer as part of its growing force, with Officer Anthony Cienega being introduced and sworn...

Kent Police Arrest 8 in Major Shoplifting Crackdown Across Multiple Cities

The Kent Police Department has successfully carried out a major retail theft crackdown, resulting in multiple arrests and recovery of stolen goods during a...

Man Seriously Injured in Stabbing During Domestic Dispute in Chinatown-International District

Seattle | March 18, 2026 A late-night domestic disturbance in Chinatown-International District turned violent early Wednesday morning, leaving a man with serious injuries and a...

WA sheriffs urge partial veto of bill setting new standards for their jobs

by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard March 13, 2026 Washington sheriffs are pushing Gov. Bob Ferguson to veto parts of a controversial bill that would set...

Silver Alert Issued for Missing 70-Year-Old Man Last Seen in South Seattle

Authorities have issued a Silver Alert for a missing 70-year-old man who was last seen in South Seattle, prompting police to ask the public...

Community Leaders, Prosecutors and Police Unite to Address Youth Gun Violence in Seattle

Nearly 50 community members gathered on March 4 for an important discussion focused on youth and gun violence, emphasizing collaboration and hope through community...

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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