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Kent Police arrest woman in domestic violence case after 4-hour standoff
27-year-old woman reportedly attacked husband, father-in-law Monday, July 22
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Kent man, 47, under investigation for vehicular assault on SR 509
Wrong-way driver in northbound lanes collided with two vehicles; 6 people injured in Burien crash
WA Democrat leaders ‘applaud’ Biden for dropping out of race
Gov. Inslee appoints Pat Sullivan to lead state budget office
Kent Police seek man who reportedly tried to kidnap girl from apartment
Kent Police arrest man, 18, in fatal shooting of 13-year-old boy
High-profile juvenile crimes continue to rock Kent this summer
Business
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Longtime abandoned gas station in Kent ‘finally coming down’
Mayor Dana Ralph says ‘eyesore’ going away at corner of James Street and Central Avenue North
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Sysco employees show off job skills at Kent warehouse
Company holds competitions in warehouse work and truck driving
Sports
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Northwest Nationals breakdown: Winners crowned and history made
At Pacific Raceways, two drivers get first career wins, a year-long drought ends and more.
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For the first time in NHRA history, Pacific Raceways hosts night race
Three-time event winner Ron Capps talks to fans and media before Northwest Nationals at Pacific Raceways.
Life
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Kent tries to keep water fountain going at Town Square Plaza
Constant maintenance challenges; new spray ground planned at nearby park in 2026
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Dancing, music and fun at the Kent Cornucopia Days Grand Parade | Photos
Bonney Lake runner wins Cornucopia Days 5K race; Kent woman takes first in female division
Opinion
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Thoughts on Memorial Day and the ultimate sacrifice | Brunell
On Memorial Day, we traditionally honor Americans in our military who gave their lives in battle for our country. It… Continue reading
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In search of fairness, morals and good sportsmanship | Whale’s Tales
Ah, the Golden Rule. We all know it: do unto others as you would have them do unto you. And… Continue reading
Northwest
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‘Endangered’ status to remain in effect for WA wolves
A sharply-divided state panel on July 19 retained strict protections for gray wolves in Washington, concluding their status under the… Continue reading
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Inquest explores 2019 fatal police shooting in Federal Way
Malik Williams was shot in an apartment parking lot.
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