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Fatal Federal Way crash leads to charges

A Jan. 10 Pacific Highway crash left a 19-year-old dead, another injured, and an 18-year-old facing charges.

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Auburn man dies in crash on I-90

According to State Patrol, speeds were too fast for the conditions during Jan. 7 incident

From left to right: Rep. Travis Couture, Sen. Chris Gildon, Sen. June Robinson, and Rep. Timm Ormsby speak during the general fund budget panel at the 2026 legislative session preview Jan. 9. Photo by Cassie Diamond

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What’s on the agenda for Washington’s 2026 legislative session

With a looming $1.6 billion to $2.3 billion budget shortfall hanging over the Washington state legislature, House and…

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Justice sought by family of Federal Way man who died at EQC

Death was ruled an accident, but attorney said safety measures should have been in place at the Tacoma…

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‘School funding crisis’ town hall in Bellevue urges WA to fix the gaps

Educators, school district leaders, PTSAs and families gather at Newport High

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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

King County Flood Patrol members Thomas Bannister (left) and Seth Ballhorn on their patrol route, Dec. 9, 2025. (Grace Gorenflo/Sound Publishing)

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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

U.S. District Courthouse in Seattle. COURTESY PHOTO, USDOJ

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US Marshals alert public of fraudulent court order scams

Warning comes from Seattle-based Western District of Washington

On Dec. 8, 2025, the atmospheric river stretched thousands of miles from Guam to Washington before bringing moist subtropical air to the region for nearly a week. Photo from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s GOES-18 Satellite

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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

Washington State Capitol Building in Olympia. File photo

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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.

Mercer Island police are investigating a possible homicide-suicide that occurred Dec. 30 at this residence in the 8400 block of Southeast 46th Street. Andy Nystrom/ Sound Publishing

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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.

The flooded Cedar River flowing into Lake Washington. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

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Tenants’ rights and resources following floods

Washington state law has protections for tenants.