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Halloween Themed Spirits Walk coming to downtown Kent Oct. 24

Wear costumes and taste spirits from boutique distilleries and local makers

Larry Martinez. COURTESY PHOTO, Kent Police

News

Cause, manner of death of Kent man, 81, to remain undetermined

Remains of Larry Martinez were found in August after he went missing in June 2022

Lalita Uppala, Executive Director of Indian American Community Services, is pictured at a podium. Courtesy photo

Life

Indian American Community Services to open Kent Community Center

Indian American Community Services (IACS), the longest-serving Indian immigrant organization in the Pacific Northwest, welcomed community members, local…

File Photo, Kent Reporter

News

Police arrest two Kent teens for robbery near Kent Station

Boys ages 17 and 14 reportedly robbed a 16-year-old Federal Way boy of money Tuesday afternoon, Sept. 16

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Kent School District leader further explains flag raising decision

‘This choice was not made lightly,’ superintendent Israel Vela says in email to staff

Reese Lee kicks the ball forward for Kentwood. Ben Ray / The Reporter

Sports

Kentwood soccer can’t spark comeback against Tahoma

Conks take first loss of the season against Tahoma in their 2025 home opener.

Photo provided by Kent School District.

Sports

Kent Reporter Athletes of the Week: Kentwood

Zander Grenich (Sr.) tennis and Avery Peterson (Sr.) golf are this weeks winners.

Kent School District Superintendent Israel Vela made the decision to keep flags raised at schools after the death of Charlie Kirk. COURTESY FILE PHOTO, Kent School District

News

Flag raising controversy strikes Kent School District

Tensions rise after superintendent’s decision not to keep flags at half-staff for Charlie Kirk

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News

Kent Police Blotter: Aug. 24 to Sept. 5

Incidents include child shot in leg, scooter attack, school threat

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News

SR 18 will see weekend lane closures this month in Auburn

Courtesy of WSDOT

File Photo, Kent Reporter

News

Pedestrian dies after getting struck by vehicle in Kent

Renton man, 34, reportedly tried to cross SE 208th Street at about 12:01 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 16

Zenovia Harris, the Chief Executive Officer for the Kent Chamber of Commerce, at the roundtable. Photo by Mariah Hill/For the Reporter

News

Kent Chamber hosts Fred Meyer closure roundtable

“We are all feeling the impact of Fred Meyer’s closing.”

Adonai Garza stiff-arms a Thomas Jefferson defender. Ben Ray / The Reporter

Sports

Late touchdown completes comeback as Kent-Meridian downs Thomas Jefferson

Luke Garza ran for 112 yards and recorded 6.5 tackles in the Royals’ first win of the season.

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Best of Kent 2025: Vote for your favorites today!

Voting round runs Sept. 12 to Oct. 3.

Ernesto Rojas-Renteria ripping people out of their cars in two different carjackings during the pursuit. Screenshot of Guardian One video.

News

Kent man sentenced to 11 years for robberies, vehicular homicide

The defendant allegedly ran from police in a stolen vehicle, then carjacked someone and then carjacked another person…

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Northwest

WA officials respond to death of Charlie Kirk, political violence

Conservative activist was killed Sept. 10.

Valley Medical Center in Renton. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

News

Health services levy added to Nov. ballot for Valley Medical

The levy comes amid a tumultuous financial year for the hospital.

Kallie Phon takes a chip shot for Kentwood. Ben Ray / The Reporter

Sports

Kentwood girls golf continues to dominate

After a 2nd place finish at state in 2025, the Conks look to take home the crown this…

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News

Audit finds potential fraud in King County social services department

The department’s grant awards increased 95% in five years.

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Kent City Council approves $63.5 million campus relocation project

Work will begin on new administrative services building, Centennial Center; City Hall to come down