Federal Way murals vandalized in ‘racially motivated’ act

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Federal Way murals vandalized in ‘racially motivated’ act

Artwork was recently installed at Sound Transit’s light rail construction site.

Kent man among 14 arrested in major Seattle-area drug bust

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Kent man among 14 arrested in major Seattle-area drug bust

Fentanyl, meth and heroin distribution; one drug deal made in Kent Mexican restaurant

Crews extinguish fire at Kent wrecking yard

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Crews extinguish fire at Kent wrecking yard

About 30 to 40 vehicles involved

The YMCA of Greater Seattle opened its King County branches to provide child care centers dedicated to serving the families of essential workers. Courtesy photo

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COVID continues to whittle away at child care in Washington

It’s estimated that 25% of Washington child care facilities have closed since the pandemic began.

Two familes displaced by Kent residential fire

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Two familes displaced by Kent residential fire

Aug. 29 on the East Hill

Man charged with murder for intentionally running over girlfriend with his car in Kent

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Man charged with murder for intentionally running over girlfriend with his car in Kent

Renton man, 23, claims woman stepped in front of vehicle after dispute

Kent School District to distribute free meals Sept. 2 for students

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Kent School District to distribute free meals Sept. 2 for students

At schools and bus stops

Kent Mayor Dana Ralph delivers a box of food during a free distribution of food, face masks and hand sanitizers on Aug. 28 at the accesso ShoWare Center. COURTESY PHOTO, City of Kent

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Thousands get free food, face masks at city-run Kent event

Vehicles line up at ShoWare Center

One medical worker gives a thumbs up as two others collect a swab after a test for the COVID-19 virus at a drive-thru testing site, March 23, 2020 in Everett. Andy Bronson / Everett Herald

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COVID-19 testing sites coming to South King County

Public Health- Seattle King County announced new locations to get tested in Auburn and Renton.

Male inmate dies at Maleng Regional Justice Center in Kent | Update

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Male inmate dies at Maleng Regional Justice Center in Kent | Update

Man, 48, identified; cause pending toxicology

breaking news photo

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Kent man dies in Renton shooting | Update

Man identified; hundreds of cars were at the scene when shots were fired

Kent man charged with vehicular assault for injuring two children in Barbie Jeep

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Kent man charged with vehicular assault for injuring two children in Barbie Jeep

26-year-old driver also faces charges of hit and run, reckless driving

King County turned a former Econo Lodge in Kent on Central Avenue into a COVID-19 quarantine facility. FILE PHOTO

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City of Kent, King County reach agreement on quarantine facility restrictions

At former Econo Lodge on Central Avenue North

Ferguson sues agencies over archive relocation decision

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Ferguson sues agencies over archive relocation decision

“Decision to close the National Archives in Seattle has far-reaching impacts across the Northwest.”

Constantine announces county climate action plan at Kent community garden

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Constantine announces county climate action plan at Kent community garden

Plots an example of decreased stormwater pollution, urban flooding prevention, immigrant connections

Auburn Police Officer Jeff Nelson. Courtesy photo

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City of Auburn settles lawsuit over Isaiah Obet’s death for $1.25 million

Family calls for inquest into 2017 shooting by Auburn Police Officer Jeff Nelson.

Kent City Council approves police headquarters renovation

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Kent City Council approves police headquarters renovation

This marks the third time in six years that officials have moved forward proposals to replace or renovate…

Pictured is the Mercer Island East Link Light Rail project earlier this year. Courtesy of the city of Mercer Island

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City of Mercer Island prepares to take legal action against Sound Transit

Council says city has reached an impasse with agency on Bus/Rail Interchange design.

Kent Police arrest man for reportedly running over, killing girlfriend with vehicle

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Kent Police arrest man for reportedly running over, killing girlfriend with vehicle

Dispute early Thursday morning between Renton couple on East Hill street

A rendering of the Madison Plaza Apartments under construction in Kent, 102 Madison Ave. N., between West Smith Street and West Meeker Street. COURTESY GRAPHIC, City of Kent

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Madison Plaza Apartments on the rise in Kent

A seven-story, 165-unit complex that includes a parking garage