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Detectives Arrest Convicted Felon in South Seattle Shooting

Seattle, WA — Seattle police detectives have arrested and booked a 34-year-old convicted felon into the King County Jail following a shooting that left one...

Bellevue Police Investigating Collision in Lake Hills That Left Pedestrian Seriously Injured

Bellevue, WA — The Bellevue Police Department is investigating a traffic collision that left a 44-year-old man with serious injuries after he was struck by...

Suspect Arrested in Series of Renton Business Robberies

Renton, WA —Detectives with the Renton Police Department’s Violent Crimes Unit (VCU) have arrested a 32-year-old man in connection with a string of armed...

Seattle Police Warn Residents About Roofing and Construction Scams After $74,000 Theft

Seattle, WA — Seattle police detectives are warning community members to be on alert for fraudulent roofing and construction scams after a Seattle resident was...

Kent Police Officer Honored for 30 Years of Service

Kent, WA — The Kent Police Department has recognized Traffic Officer Bateman for three decades of dedicated service, presenting him with a 30-year longevity...

Armed Felon Arrested During Narcotics Operation in Capitol Hill

Seattle, WA – Seattle police officers arrested an armed felon and his accomplice during a narcotics operation in the Capitol Hill neighborhood Friday afternoon. At...

Kent Police Department Shares Holiday Shopping Safety Tips

KENT, WA — With the holiday shopping season in full swing, the Kent Police Department (KPD) is reminding residents to stay alert and take...

Kent Police Department Hosts “Hops and Cops” Community Event

Kent, WA — The Kent Police Department invited community members to join officers for “Hops and Cops”, a casual evening of conversation and connection held...

Seattle Man Arrested by Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force

Seattle, WA (November 5, 2025) — Detectives with the Seattle Police Department’s Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force, working in coordination with federal...

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

Seattle, WA — The King County Sheriff’s Office (KCSO) has assumed responsibility for investigating an officer-involved shooting (OIS) that occurred in Seattle on October...

Man Arrives at Seattle Hospital After Being Shot in the Head

Seattle, WA — Seattle police are investigating after a man arrived at Harborview Medical Center early Tuesday morning with a gunshot wound to the...

SWAT Team Arrests Armed Man After Lengthy Standoff in West Queen Anne

Seattle, WA — A 28-year-old man was taken into custody late Tuesday night following a tense standoff with Seattle police in the West Queen...

Seattle Police Arrest Felon Carrying Stolen Gun in North Seattle

Seattle, WA — Seattle police arrested a 47-year-old convicted felon Tuesday morning after he was found carrying a stolen, loaded handgun in North Seattle. According...

Renton Police to Host Community Conversation in Sunset Neighborhood

Renton, WA — The Renton Police Department, in partnership with the Sunset Neighborhood Association, is inviting residents and workers in the Sunset area to...

Car Seats Are Mandatory: Kent Police Reminds Parents to Protect Young Passengers

WA judge rejects bid to ditch description of income tax initiative’s budget effects

2 votes separate WA Democrats in Bellingham-area state Senate race

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