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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...

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...

USCIS Launches New Vetting Center to Enhance National Security Screening

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced the creation of a new national vetting center aimed at strengthening America’s ability to...

Pedestrian Crashes on Washington Highways Raise Alarm as Incidents Surge

Washington State Patrol is sounding the alarm over a growing and dangerous trend: a sharp rise in pedestrian-related crashes on state highways. Officials say...

Washington State Law Links Repeat DUI Convictions to Permanent Loss of Gun Rights

Olympia, WA — A Washington state law that took effect on July 23, 2023, is drawing renewed attention for its impact on firearm ownership...

King County Sheriff’s Office Leads Independent Investigation into Seattle Officer-Involved Shooting

Seattle, WA — The King County Sheriff’s Office (KCSO) is serving as the Independent Investigative Team (IIT) in the investigation of a Seattle Police...

Kent PD to Participate in “Battle of the Badges” Holiday Lights Event in Renton

Renton, WA — The Kent Police Department is inviting families and community members to enjoy a festive night of friendly competition and holiday cheer...

Girmay Zahilay Joins Sound Cities Association as New King County Executive

King County, WA — Councilmember Girmay Zahilay announced this week that he has joined the Sound Cities Association (SCA) for the first time in...

Elderly Woman Brutally Attacked in Daylight Assault in Seattle, Finger Bitten Off

Seattle, WA — An 88-year-old woman is recovering after a violent and unprovoked attack in her own backyard, a disturbing incident that unfolded in...

NWS Warns of Potential Flooding as Powerful Storm Systems Move Into Pacific Northwest

Seattle, WA — The National Weather Service (NWS) in Seattle is warning residents across the Pacific Northwest to prepare for a series of very...

Renton Police Release Sketch in Search for Serial Rape Suspect

Renton, WA — The Renton Police Department has released a facial sketch of a suspect believed to be responsible for a violent sexual assault...

Police are failing to solve most violent crimes in WA

by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard December 5, 2025 More than half of violent crimes in Washington state are going unsolved. That sobering data point, shared with...

WA’s ban on assault weapon sales withstands another round in court

by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard December 4, 2025 A judge last month once again upheld Washington’s 2023 law banning the sale of certain semiautomatic firearms...

Armed Felon Arrested After Ramming Police Vehicle with Stolen Car, Injuring Two Officers in Seattle

SEATTLE, WA — Seattle police arrested a 39-year-old armed felon after he allegedly rammed a police vehicle with a stolen car, injuring two officers...

Lawsuit aims to block new eligibility requirements for WA sheriffs

Heywood asks WA Supreme Court to allow referendum effort on income tax

WA clashes in court with prediction market platforms Kalshi and Robinhood

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