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WA police lag on required deescalation, mental health training

by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard April 17, 2026 Washington law enforcement officers are way behind completing deescalation and mental health training required under the state’s...

Renton Police Announce Shred-A-Thon & Rx Drug Take Back Event for Safe Disposal

The Renton Police Department is encouraging residents to take part in National Clean Out Your Medicine Cabinet Day by attending a special community event...

Railroad Repairs Prompt Evening Road Closures in Kent, Washington

A traffic advisory has been issued by the City of Kent Government for the evening of April 18, warning residents about temporary road closures...

Seattle Police Arrest Armed Suspect in Chinatown-International District

Seattle police arrested a 52-year-old man early this morning in the Chinatown-International District after discovering he was carrying a knife and had an outstanding...

Officer-Involved Shooting in Federal Way Under Investigation by VIIT

The Tukwila Police Department has shared a press release from the Valley Independent Investigative Team regarding an officer-involved shooting that occurred in Federal Way...

Renton Seeks Community Input to Make Streets Safer

The city of Renton is inviting residents to help shape a safer future for its streets through a new Safety Action Plan. The initiative...

City of Kent Honors 911 Dispatchers During National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week

The City of Kent has officially recognized the vital contributions of emergency dispatchers by proclaiming April 12–18, 2026, as National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week. In...

Kent Police Promote Pet Adoption and Honor Animal Control Heroes During Appreciation Week

The Kent Police Department is highlighting the importance of animal welfare and community involvement as it celebrates National Animal Control Appreciation Week starting April...

Kent Declares April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month, Honors Community Advocate

The City of Kent has officially proclaimed April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month during this week’s City Council meeting, reaffirming its commitment to supporting...

April Marked as Sexual Assault Awareness Month: Community Urged to Stand Together

The Kent Police Department has officially recognized April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month, aiming to raise awareness, support survivors, and encourage community action against...

Fatal Stabbing Under Investigation in Kent, Washington

Kent, WA — April 8, 2026: Police in Kent are investigating a fatal stabbing that occurred late Monday night along West Meeker Street. According to...

Fatal Double Shooting Under Investigation in Kent, Washington

Kent, WA — April 8, 2026: Authorities in Kent are investigating a fatal double shooting that occurred late Monday night in a residential neighborhood. According...

Seattle Police Arrest Ohio Fugitive Wanted for Murder and Drug Trafficking

Seattle police have arrested a 24-year-old fugitive from Ohio who was wanted on multiple serious charges, including murder, felony assault, and cocaine trafficking. According to...

Water Shut Off at West Fenwick Park in Kent Due to Leak

The City of Kent has announced a temporary water shutoff at West Fenwick Park as crews work to locate and repair a water leak. According...

WA officials urge leaders not to spend $51 million Meta fine yet

Largest gas pipeline network in Northwest could grow as Oklahoma-based owners pursue expansion

House Speaker makes case for unseating Democrat in WA’s heated congressional race

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