News
Buffets and salad bars back on the menu in King County
Gov. Jay Inslee has revised rules to allow self-serve food areas in Phase 2 of the state’s reopening.
Northwest
State regulators keep Puget Sound Energy rates steady
Rate adjustments ease economic impact during COVID-19 pandemic
News
Kent Police plan to educate, not arrest people without face masks in public
A ‘safety-focused directive meant to slow the spread of a potentially deadly disease’
News
Property values up in Kentridge, Fairwood, Panther Lake areas
King County Assessor’s Office sends out revaluation notices
Life
ShoWare Center announces drive-in movies for July 15-19
‘The Goonies’ and ‘Raiders of the Lost Ark’
News
Governor doubles down on mask rules
Inslee: Starting July 7, businesses do not serve those who do not wear a mask
News
Summer vehicle travel projected to decrease this year
Traffic this summer will likely be lighter across Washington state than previous years.
News
Politicians get pay raises, state workers get furloughs
A citizens panel approved the hikes in 2019. Unable to rescind them, lawmakers look to donate their extra…
Opinion
Editorial: Stopping COVID is now up to each of us
With a resurgence threatening, we need to take greater responsibility to keep the virus in check.
News
Judge invalidates Gov. Inslee’s veto in roads budget
Lawmakers said the governor crossed a constitutional line.
News
Kent Police Blotter | June 14-29
ATM robbery; gunfire exchanged; drive-by shooting; burglary arrest
News
Sound Transit gets $100 million federal grant for Federal Way light rail extension
Portion of $790 million payment toward $3.1 billion project
News
Kent apartment rents up 0.8% in June compared to last year
Median rents at $1,501 for one-bedroom unit
News
King County cases among younger adults drives increase in COVID-19 numbers
Over half of all new cases are among people ages 20-39
Northwest
Stay local with summer travel plans | State Department of Health
Officials want people to limit cross-state travel to help slow spread of COVID-19
News
Fireworks illegal in city of Kent
Police post concerns about ban violations due to Fourth of July Splash cancellation
News
Kent man killed in shooting at Cedar River; man charged with murder
Argument led to fight, shooting June 18
