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Northbound State Route 167 express toll lane to extend to Sumner
6-mile extension to begin Jan. 12; only the left lane will be tolled
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Renton man charged in fatal Seattle shooting
The alleged assault occurred at a hookah lounge following a physical altercation.
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Auburn man crashes into 80-year-old woman driver along SR 164
Drugs and alcohol were allegedly involved in Jan. 6 collision between Auburn and Enumclaw
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Flood Patrol is King County’s ‘eyes and ears’ in flood emergencies
“This work is physically demanding and often unseen,” the county said.
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Viral video sparks harassment at child care businesses in Federal Way
Minnesota investigations lead to unsubstantiated claims of similar issues here
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US Marshals alert public of fraudulent court order scams
Warning comes from Seattle-based Western District of Washington
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Flood science: How December’s atmospheric river soaked Washington
After recovering from record-setting flooding, many in King County are wondering why December’s flooding has been more extreme…
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Puget Sound Energy electric, natural gas rates go up
Roughly a 12% hike for electric customers and 7% for natural gas customers
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New laws and taxes take effect in WA on Jan. 1
Tax hikes on big business and rental cars. Unemployment benefits for workers on strike.
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Mercer Island police investigate possible homicide-suicide
Discover two deceased individuals — a female in her late 70s and a male in his late 40s
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Federal Way man dies after fall at Emerald Queen Casino
He reportedly fell through glass Dec. 20 inside casino near escalators
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Renton Police Department will get more AI technology
Upgrades will assist with language translation, self-defense and drones.
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Man pleads guilty to 2023 murder in Auburn near Muckleshoot Casino
The defendant was allegedly captured on camera shooting the victim.
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Auburn man charged with vehicular assault after motorcycle crash in Renton
The man allegedly chased the motorcyclist Dec. 13 before he struck him with his Jeep.
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Tenants’ rights and resources following floods
Washington state law has protections for tenants.
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Try Furoshiki: Japan’s eco-friendly way to wrap gifts
In collaboration with the Seattle Consulate-General of Japan and the King County Library System, local residents learned “Fabulous…
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Maple Valley Highway near I-405 partially closed due to mudslide
The westbound lane on Maple Valley Highway/SR-169 is closed east of the Renton Community Center.
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Renton teen pleads guilty to 2024 fatal shooting
The 17-year-old boy pleaded guilty to a manslaughter incident where he accidentally shot his friend.
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Army Corps assists King County with Green River levee breach
Reduces water flow from Hanson Dam; provides personnel support; super sacks