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Renton picks company to build World Cup Legacy Square Park

The park will be on a currently vacant lot near the intersections of South 3rd Street and Logan Avenue.

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Auburn Police Department vehicle. Courtesy photo

Boy, 15, hospitalized after shooting at Auburn Sounder Station

Another 15-year-old boy was taken into custody shortly after the May 27 incident.

Auburn Police Department vehicle. Courtesy photo
Washington’s pickleball license plate. Screenshot courtesy of Seattle Metro Pickleball Association

More specialty license plates on the way in WA

Up to six new options will arrive this fall.

Washington’s pickleball license plate. Screenshot courtesy of Seattle Metro Pickleball Association
Cedar Hills Regional Landfill. File photo

King County looks for trash solutions as landfill fills up

Cedar Hills Regional Landfill, which is the only active landfill in King County, is set to close in about 2040.

Cedar Hills Regional Landfill. File photo
Rick Bylin | Obituary

Rick Bylin | Obituary

Jan. 29, 1949 - Feb. 8, 2025 Join us for fellowship and refreshments in memory of Rick: 1 p.m. June 7, 2025, at Heather Hills… Continue reading

Rick Bylin | Obituary
Photo courtesy of Federal Way Discount Guns

Washingtonians will need state permit to buy guns under new law

The requirement will go beyond the state’s existing background checks.

Photo courtesy of Federal Way Discount Guns
The state Capitol on April 18. (Photo by Jacquelyn Jimenez Romero/Washington State Standard)

New state law directs $100M in grants toward hiring police or other public safety options

Gov. Ferguson signs bill that provides local sales tax option

The state Capitol on April 18. (Photo by Jacquelyn Jimenez Romero/Washington State Standard)
Comcast RISE will award 100 small businesses in King County with over $3 million in monetary, marketing and technology grants. Courtesy Comcast

Kent small businesses: Apply for Comcast RISE Grants by May 31!

Hurry! Only two weeks remain for small business owners in Kent to apply for comprehensive grant packages that include a $5,000 monetary grant, technology makeover,… Continue reading

Comcast RISE will award 100 small businesses in King County with over $3 million in monetary, marketing and technology grants. Courtesy Comcast
The Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care mobile clinic allows clinicians to meet community members in need of support where they are, offering on-the-spot intakes and immediate pathways to care. Photo courtesy of Valley Cities.

Hope on the move: Valley Cities reaches communities where they are

Outreach teams and mobile clinics are helping more King County residents access critical support

The Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care mobile clinic allows clinicians to meet community members in need of support where they are, offering on-the-spot intakes and immediate pathways to care. Photo courtesy of Valley Cities.
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Doris Audrey Stansell (Albrecht) | Obituary

Doris Audrey Stansell (Albrecht) | Obituary

October 7, 1935 - April 21, 2025 Doris Audrey Stansell (Albrecht), age 89, went home to be with the Lord on April 21,2025 in Kent,… Continue reading

Doris Audrey Stansell (Albrecht) | Obituary
A speed limiter device, like this one, will be required for repeat speeding offenders under a Washington law signed on May 12, 2025. The law doesn’t take effect until 2029. (Photo by Jake Goldstein-Street/Washington State Standard)

WA to rein in fast drivers with speed limiters

The new law is named after four people killed in a crash last year near Renton: Boyd Buster Brown, Eloise Wilcoxson, Andrea Smith Hudson and Matilda Wilcoxson.

A speed limiter device, like this one, will be required for repeat speeding offenders under a Washington law signed on May 12, 2025. The law doesn’t take effect until 2029. (Photo by Jake Goldstein-Street/Washington State Standard)
What began in 2005 as a community car show has grown into one of the largest classic car events in the region, with more than 500 vehicles and more than 7,000 visitors expected. Photo courtesy of Downtown Issaquah Association.

Classic cars, community and culture: Fenders on Front Street rolls into Issaquah

Annual car show returns June 15, drawing thousands to the heart of Issaquah’s downtown

What began in 2005 as a community car show has grown into one of the largest classic car events in the region, with more than 500 vehicles and more than 7,000 visitors expected. Photo courtesy of Downtown Issaquah Association.
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Renton preps downtown for hosting World Cup action

Legacy Square will be used for public events and watch parties during the World Cup.

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Courtesy Photo, State of Washington

Candidate filing begins for 9 Washington state legislative seats

Candidates can begin filing at 8 a.m. Monday (May 5) for more than 3,200 seats on city councils, county commissions, school boards, and special districts.

Courtesy Photo, State of Washington
Cranes at the Port of Tacoma. File photo

WA ports await sharp drop in cargo over tariff battle

President’s standoff with China is expected to stifle the flow of goods.

Cranes at the Port of Tacoma. File photo
Daniel Birklid | Obituary

Daniel Birklid | Obituary

August 8, 1936 – April 4, 2025 Daniel Lee Birklid born Aug. 8th, 1936 & passed away April 4th, 2025. His memorial service will be… Continue reading

Daniel Birklid | Obituary
Janis Thompson | Obituary

Janis Thompson | Obituary

April 13, 1931 – April 4, 2025 Janis Marie Thompson McConnell, 93, passed away on April 4, 2025. Born April 13, 1931, in Eugene, Oregon,… Continue reading

Janis Thompson | Obituary
Dash Point State Park. Washington State Parks photo

WA Legislature approves hiking Discover Pass price to $45

The increase would take effect on Oct. 1, 2025.

Dash Point State Park. Washington State Parks photo
King County Courthouse in Seattle. Courtesy photo

Jury service is the cornerstone of democratic participation | Guest column

Jury service is the most likely role residents will have in our justice system.

King County Courthouse in Seattle. Courtesy photo