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Valley SWAT Arrests Robbery Suspect After Months-Long Investigation

Kent, WA – A robbery suspect accused of pulling a gun on a woman during an online marketplace transaction has been arrested following a...

At last, WA’s iconic North Cascades Highway reopens

by Aspen Ford, Washington State Standard June 15, 2026 The North Cascades Highway reopened on Sunday, restoring an economic lifeline for small communities east of the...

WA falls again in national education ranking

by Aspen Ford, Washington State Standard June 15, 2026 Washington state has slipped once again in a national education ranking. The new report from the Annie E....

Renton Gears Up for Hot Dog Hustle 5K on July 4

RENTON, WA — Runners, walkers, and families are invited to celebrate Independence Day with the annual Hot Dog Hustle 5K on July 4, 2026,...

WA state workers head into difficult wage talks as budget outlook darkens

by Jerry Cornfield, Washington State Standard June 12, 2026 State worker unions expected tough salary conversations this year, even before Gov. Bob Ferguson warned of difficult...

Renton Residents Asked to Set Out Garbage Carts Early Due to Extreme Heat

RENTON, Wash. — The City of Renton is advising residents that residential waste collection services will begin earlier than usual on Monday, June 15,...

Ballmer’s philanthropy commits to funding 10,000 affordable housing units in WA

by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard June 11, 2026 The Ballmer Group is committing hundreds of millions of dollars to fund 10,000 new affordable rental homes...

Kent Police Encourage Accountability and Recovery Through “Fix It For Your Future” Campaign

Kent, WA — The Kent Police Department is encouraging residents to take proactive steps toward resolving legal issues and improving their futures through its...

Kent Police Launch Blue Envelope Program to Improve Traffic Stops for Neurodivergent Drivers

KENT, Wash. — The Kent Police Department has announced the launch of the Washington State Blue Envelope Program, a voluntary initiative designed to make...

Trump looms large as 11 candidates vie to replace Dan Newhouse in central WA

by Orion Donovan Smith, The Spokesman-Review, Washington State Standard June 11, 2026 MOSES LAKE – For the first time in a dozen years, Rep. Dan Newhouse...

Massive clean energy project caught in legal crosswinds at WA Supreme Court

by Jerry Cornfield, Washington State Standard June 10, 2026 Washington’s desire to accelerate clean energy development will be in the spotlight Thursday when the state Supreme...

Tukwila Police Highlight Multiple Incidents in Weekly Crime Report

Tukwila, WA — The Tukwila Police Department has released its latest “Incidents of Note” report, detailing several arrests and investigations that occurred throughout the...

Renton Police Seek Public’s Help Identifying Walmart Arson Suspect

Renton, WA — The Renton Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect connected to an arson investigation following a...

Decomposed Body Found in Kent; Police Seek Public’s Help Identifying Man

KENT, Wash. — Kent Police are investigating after the remains of an adult male were discovered in a brush-covered area near the intersection of...

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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