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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
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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
Northwest
OSPI superintendent responds to federal attempt to limit DEI programs
Chris Reykdal advises school districts not to make changes to existing policies
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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
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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
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Construction set in Kent for 74th Ave. S. and Willis Street
Crews to install traffic islands, curbing at busy intersection
Business
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
Business
Kent-based Blue Origin to reduce workforce by 10%
Estimated 1,400 to lose jobs at Kent and other locations
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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
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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
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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
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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
Northwest
King County executive’s plan to renew parks levy 6 more years
King County Council still must approve proposal to voters on August ballot
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CW series ‘Police 24/7’ features Kent indecent exposure case
Department also part of future TV episodes after crews responded on calls with police in 2024
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Kent mobile home park fire displaces 7 people, kills family dog
Cause of accidental fire Feb. 6 in 24400 block of 64th Avenue S. remains under investigation