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Kent-based Blue Origin completes 10th human spaceflight

Company has flown more than 50 people into space since first flight in 2021

The Federal Way Link light rail extension between Federal Way and SeaTac is scheduled to open in 2026. COURTESY PHOTO, Sound Transit

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Temporary nighttime lane closures on I-5 south of Kent

Sound Transit project will close 2 southbound right lanes on certain nights from Feb. 24 to March 13

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Kent-based Puget Sound Fire raises staffing on ladder trucks

Federal grant of $3.4 million pays for extra firefighters on ladder trucks for next 3 years

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Kent renews contract to keep crime-fighting Flock cameras

Take photos of vehicle make, model and license plate at streets across the city

Austin Leming, reported missing in 2021, was last seen in Kent. COURTESY PHOTO

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Reward increases for tips about missing man last seen in Kent

Crime Stoppers offers $21,000 for information about Austin Leming’s 2021 disappearance

Chris Reykdal. COURTESY PHOTO, OSPI

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OSPI superintendent responds to federal attempt to limit DEI programs

Chris Reykdal advises school districts not to make changes to existing policies

Holy Spirit Parish in downtown Kent. COURTESY PHOTO, Holy Spirit Parish

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Kent’s Severe Weather Shelter housed dozens of people

As many as 36 people stayed one night during February’s freezing temperatures

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Kent Police officer shoots, injures man in Des Moines

Feb. 14 incident under review by Valley Independent Investigative Team

People line SE 272nd Street in Covington on Presidents Day, Feb. 17 to protest many of the actions by the Trump administration. COURTESY PHOTO, Ron Auerbach

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People line Covington street to protest Trump, Musk actions

One of many protests across the nation against ‘the anti-democratic and illegal actions’

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Man fatally shot by Kent Police had high blood alcohol level

Crime lab test results show 0.27 blood concentration level in August 2024 shooting at apartments

Courtesy Photo, City of Kent

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Construction set in Kent for 74th Ave. S. and Willis Street

Crews to install traffic islands, curbing at busy intersection

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Joann to close fabric stores in Kent, Renton and Federal Way

Part of nationwide closure of more than 500 stores after filing for bankruptcy

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Kent Police Blotter: Jan. 26 to Feb. 6

Incidents include vehicle prowls, carjacking arrest, police pursuits, shots fired

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Kent-based Blue Origin to reduce workforce by 10%

Estimated 1,400 to lose jobs at Kent and other locations

Kentlake High School. COURTESY PHOTO, Kent School District

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Former Kentlake High School teacher pleads guilty to sex charge

Jesse Webb, 46, pleads guilty to communication with a minor for immoral purposes

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Kent School Board appoints Teresa Gregory to vacant seat

Gregory selected from among 7 finalists to replace Awale Farah

Karen Keiser. COURTESY PHOTO

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Former state Sen. Karen Keiser appointed to state Exchange health board

Health Benefit Exchange formed as part of Affordable Care Act

Crews on the SR 509 Completion Project in south King County install the framework for a new bus stop on SR 516, also known as Kent-Des Moines Road. The SR 509 Completion Project includes new or improved connections to existing transit centers and stops. COURTESY PHOTO, WSDOT

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Eastbound SR 516 ramp to I-5 in Kent to close for 4 months

Drivers heading to northbound I-5 will use a temporary left turn lane

Courtesy Photo, King County

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Tacoma boy, 17, charged with murder in November 2024 Kent case

Reportedly fired six shots into vehicle that killed 21-year-old SeaTac man on West Hill

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King County executive’s plan to renew parks levy 6 more years

King County Council still must approve proposal to voters on August ballot