News

Two Kent-Meridian High School students win photography awards | Photos
Emily Fong won for flag football photo; John Sanchez won for football feature profile photo

Kent Police arrest man wanted by Seattle Police for child rape
Issaquah man, 39, taken into custody without incident at Kent Valley business
Business
Riverbend Bar & Grill in Kent launches soft opening
New restaurant next to golf complex to offer plenty of sports on TV screens
Sports

Athlete of the Year voting is now open
Read about the nominees and select your choice for Kent’s male and female Athlete of the Year.

State tournament previews: Boys soccer and fastpitch
Local high schools prepare for the state tournament.
Life

SIFF reviews: “Monarch City” and “BLKNWS: Terms Conditions”
51st Seattle International Film Festival includes films with a Northwest connection.

Young anglers in Kent participate in annual Fishing Experience
More than 120 children attended Saturday, May 17 event
Opinion

Jury service is the cornerstone of democratic participation | Guest column
Jury service is the most likely role residents will have in our justice system.

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Northwest

Washingtonians will need state permit to buy guns under new law
The requirement will go beyond the state’s existing background checks.

King Co. 2024 crime stats show more women victims
County prosecutor supports more funding for crime victims.
Three Renton residents die in Okanogan County climbing fall
Ex-Auburn officer convicted of murder is moved to out-of-state prison
Auburn woman accused of driving 118 mph in DUI crash that killed child
WA ports await sharp drop in cargo over tariff battle
SR 18 closure near I-90 interchange in Snoqualmie postponed
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