Left to right: A photo from a group chat of Mirreh and a photo Jimenez-Guzel. Screenshot from documents.

Kent man charged for allegedly supporting ISIS

Documents state that he conspired to provide material support to a foreign terrorist organization, and he was linked to Michigan men planning an attack.

Kentwood players run together to move the ball. Photo provided by Robby Mullikin

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Photo of the home on fire. Courtesy of Puget Sound Fire

Kent home catches fire

All of the occupants made it out safely.

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On Nov. 6, “Too Tall” Winston of the Harlem Globetrotters visited students at East Hill Elementary School in Kent. The visit was coordinated by the accesso ShoWare Center, which is hosting the Globetrotters on Jan. 30, 2026, during their 100 Year Tour. The show includes the popular gravity-defying dunks and game-changing tricks, along with pre-game and post-game fun. Tickets can be purchased at accessoshowarecenter.com. COURTESY PHOTOS

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The King County flood map shows the different areas of South King County, indicated by blues and oranges, that are prone to flooding. Image courtesy of King County Flood Control.

Flood alert: Free sandbags available for county residents

As part of the Be Flood Ready campaign, all King County residents are eligible for free sandbag materials to help protect from floods.

Xfinity Retail Stores in Kent are collecting donations of winter coats, hats, gloves, scarves, blankets and warm clothing and toys Courtesy Comcast Xfinity Retail Stores in Kent are collecting donations of winter coats, hats, gloves, scarves, blankets and warm clothing and toys Courtesy Comcast

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Light rail trains can now be seen running their regular schedule as the simulated service tests the schedule and infrastructure that will open on Dec. 6 to Federal Way. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

Test trains will simulate light rail service until opening day

Long-awaited light rail stations undergo final tests ahead of Dec. 6 opening date.

 

Kent Youth and Family Services (KYFS) is one location that is still up and running after not receiving operational funding since Nov. 1. Courtesy photo

Low-income families face loss of preschool programs

Kent Youth and Family Services is still up and running for now.

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Robert Whale can be reached at robert.whale@soundpublishing.com.

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