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Violent Crime Plummets 36% in Downtown Seattle — Lowest Since 2017

Seattle, WA (Oct. 2025) — Downtown Seattle has seen a remarkable drop in violent crime, with rates falling 36% compared to last year, reaching...

Seattle Police Seek Public’s Help in Fatal Shooting of Zachary Raymond-Becker Near Dr. Jose Rizal Park

SEATTLE, WA — Detectives with the Seattle Police Department (SPD) are asking for the public’s assistance in solving a fatal shooting that occurred in...

Seattle Woman Arrested After Punching Firefighter and Biting Police Officer in Central District

SEATTLE, WA — A 51-year-old woman was arrested Thursday afternoon after allegedly assaulting both a Seattle Fire Department firefighter and a Seattle Police Department...

Renton Police Seek Public’s Help in Locating Wanted Suspect with $500,000 Warrant

RENTON, WA — The Renton Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating Juvenal Esquivel Cabrera, a 40-year-old man wanted on three...

Renton Police Department Promotes Safe Drug Disposal During Red Ribbon Week

RENTON, WA — The Renton Police Department is partnering with the Renton School District during Red Ribbon Week 2025 to promote drug-free lifestyles and...

Kent Police Department Welcomes New Corrections Officers and Earns State Re-Accreditation

Kent, WA — The Kent Police Department (KPD) proudly announced the swearing-in of five new Corrections Officers at a recent City Council meeting. Mayor...

Renton Police Chief Addresses Flock Camera Data Concerns Following UW Report

Renton, WA — October 24, 2025:Renton Police Chief Jon Schuldt has issued a public statement following a University of Washington report that revealed some...

Sharn Shoker: A New Generation of Leadership for Kent

Kent resident Sharn Shoker is no stranger to community service. A lifelong Kent local and graduate of Kent schools, Shoker has spent her career...

Large Crowd Gathers at Seattle Center, Street Closures Expected as March Begins

Seattle, WA — A large gathering at Seattle Center is set to spill into the streets, prompting traffic disruptions and potential road closures throughout...

Kent Police Clarify Rumors Regarding Law Enforcement Activity on East Hill

KENT, WA – October 18, 2025The Kent Police Department has issued a community update to address circulating rumors about a recent law enforcement presence...

Detectives Investigate Fatal Shooting in Seattle’s Northgate Neighborhood

SEATTLE — Detectives are investigating a fatal shooting that claimed the life of a 20-year-old man Wednesday afternoon in Seattle’s Northgate neighborhood. Just after 4:50...

Bellevue Police Respond to Multiple Domestic Violence, Theft, and Disturbance Incidents Over the Weekend

BELLEVUE, WA — October 13–14, 2025: Bellevue Police and other local law enforcement agencies were kept busy over the weekend with a series of...

Explosive Device Neutralized Near Kent Police Station by Port of Seattle Bomb Squad

KENT, WA — October 14, 2025: A tense situation unfolded Tuesday morning when a suspected explosive device was brought to the Kent Police Department...

Police Investigate Early Morning Shooting in North Seattle

Seattle, WA — Seattle police are investigating a shooting that left a 41-year-old man injured early Tuesday morning in North Seattle. Around 1:30 a.m., officers...

Earthquake Foreshocks Reported in Southern California, Warning Issued for Possible Larger Quake

Renton Launches Free Senior Public Safety Miniseries for Adults 50+

Tukwila Police Arrest Suspect with Outstanding Warrant During Traffic Stop

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