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Kent Issues Flood Alert as Crews Respond to Rising Water

KENT, Wash. — Ongoing flooding across Kent and nearby areas has prompted city officials to issue safety warnings, road updates, and important reminders for...

Rising River Forces Bridge Closures in Renton

RENTON, Wash. — Several bridges in Renton experienced closures due to rising river levels, prompting warnings from local authorities. According to updates from the Renton...

Kent Police Announce New Grant to Fight Speeding & Distracted Driving

KENT, Wash. — The Kent Police Department has announced a new traffic safety grant opportunity aimed at reducing speeding and distracted driving along the...

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...

Thousands under evacuation orders, as floodwaters crest in Washington rivers

by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard December 11, 2025 Washington state awaits an answer on its request for federal aid as it deals with unprecedented river...

Renton Police Warn Residents of Holiday Mail Theft, Share Prevention Tips

Renton, WA — With the holiday season in full swing, the Renton Police Department is urging residents to stay vigilant as mail and package...

‘Historic’ flooding prompts WA governor to declare emergency

by Bill Lucia, Jerry Cornfield and Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard December 10, 2025 As floodwaters swelled around Washington, threatening low-lying communities along rivers, Gov. Bob...

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...

Kent Police Highlight National Impaired Driving Prevention Month

KENT, WA – December 2025 — The Kent Police Department is recognizing National Impaired Driving Prevention Month, emphasizing the dangers impaired driving poses to...

Renton Police Department Announces Winners of 2025 Battle of the Badges Holiday Lights Competition

The Renton Police Department, in partnership with Renton Parks and Recreation and the City of Renton, celebrated the winners of the 2025 Battle of...

WA erred in granting hundreds of commercial driver’s licenses to noncitizens

by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard December 9, 2025 Washington state mistakenly issued nearly 700 licenses to drive trucks and buses to noncitizens who don’t qualify...

Ban on police face coverings pitched ahead of WA’s 2026 legislative session

by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard December 8, 2025 California in September became the first state to ban law enforcement officers from wearing face coverings, in...

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...

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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