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Federal Way woman pleads guilty to wire, bank fraud

The 53-year-old woman presented herself as an investment advisor and defrauded $3 million from people in the Korean…

Flood waters approach State Route 203 at the northern intersection of Neal Road SE, March 20, 2026. Some county funds for 2026-2027 will be disappropriated and will be used for a roads project to support flood recovery projects. (Grace Gorenflo/Valley Record)

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KC Council approves $431 million supplemental budget

The King County Council has approved a $431 million supplemental budget for the 2026-2027 season.

Drivers gather at Pacific Raceways in Kent during the annual Society of Vintage Racing ENthusiasts (SOVREN) event July 3-5. COURTESY PHOTO, Pacific Raceways

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Driver dies in Kent during Pacific Raceways competition

A driver was killed Sunday, July 5 at Pacific Raceways in Kent during the 38th Annual Pacific Northwest…

Fresh apples sold at the Renton Farmers Market, which takes EBT cards as a payment method. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

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Penalties loom for Washington if state doesn’t improve food stamp error rates

Under Republicans’ “big, beautiful bill,” the state could face over $90 million in added costs if it can’t…

The Valley Cities Behavioral Health clinic in Enumclaw. Photo by Ray Miller-Still

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Valley Cities receives federal certification

The new Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic title means the behavioral health provider must treat all patients that…

Maleng Regional Justice Center in Kent. FILE PHOTO, Kent Reporter

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Renton man gets 73 years for 2021 Kent murder, assaults

A 44-year-old Renton man received a prison sentence of 73 years after a jury convicted him of killing…

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Kentwood High grad Michael Ajayi signs with Charlotte Hornets

It was reported that the former Conk signed a two-way contract with Charlotte following the NBA Draft.

Lake Meridian Park in Kent. COURTESY PHOTO, City of Kent

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Lake Meridian in Kent reopens for swimming with bacteria levels low

The Lake Meridian Park swim beach in Kent has reopened after updated water quality testing showed bacteria levels…

The Sundown Overnight Shelter in Auburn, which has partnered with the King County Regional Homelessness Authority, helps keep 45 unhoused people out of the elements. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

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King County, Seattle to take on unhoused organization following audit

The King County Regional Homelessness Authority (KCRHA) is in need of an overhaul after an April 2026 audit…

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

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Man gets 25 years for Kent home invasions and elsewhere

A member of an armed robbery crew that carried out a series of home invasion robberies in 2022,…

Kentwood High School, 25800 164th Ave. SE., in Covington. COURTESY PHOTO, Kent School District

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Former student sues Kent School District over sex abuse case

A former Kentwood High School student has filed a civil lawsuit for damages against the Kent School District…

Soccer camp players playing sharks and minnows. Photo provided by Eric Todd.

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Kentridge girl’s soccer team hosts mini Charger’s camp

Over two dozen youth soccer players worked with current and former Kentridge players.

Antonee Robinson (5) and Folarin Balogun (20) are instrumental for the USMNT, but both are on yellow cards heading into the World Cup group finale. (Troy Wayrynen / Imagn Images)

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World Cup crowds smash records across Seattle

In nearly every category of transportation, records were broken.

Hell’s Belles all-female AC/DC tribute band will perform Aug. 6 during the city of Kent’s Summer Concert Series at Morrill Meadows Park. COURTESY PHOTO, Backstage Flash

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Kent releases lineup for Summer Concert Series at 3 venues

The city of Kent Summer Concert Series in 2026 will once again feature free events at three venues.

Noah Kosick with the puck on his stick. Photo provided by Seattle Thunderbirds.

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Three Seattle Thunderbird players drafted in 2026 NHL draft

All three players will report to training camp with the Thunderbirds to prepare this season.

Auburn’s Isaiah Englund runs with the basketball in his hands. Ben Ray / The Reporter

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Summer league boys basketball final day takeaways

Here are five things that stood out in the regular season finale at Auburn High.

A man places his ballot into the drop box outside Federal Way City Hall. Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

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US Supreme Court deals blow to Trump, ruling states can accept ballots after Election Day

This is a developing report that will be updated.

A video of the blast shows the moment that the house exploded.

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700 pounds of fireworks at center of Whidbey Island fire investigation

Multiple reports indicate that a cigarette may have been a catalyst in the fire and explosion.

Kent School District leaders said a student enrollment drop of 792 students in 2025-2026 meant less state funding and the need for more than $30 million in budget cuts. COURTESY PHOTO, Kent School District

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Kent School Board approves reduction of 229 employees

The Kent School Board approved a reduction of 229 employees to help cover an estimated $32.5 million deficit…

Kent School District Superintendent Israel Vela swears in new Kent School Boardmember Stefani Braicks on June 24. COURTESY PHOTO, Kent School District

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Kent School Board appoints Stefani Braicks as new member

Stefani Braicks is the new member of the Kent School Board, replacing Andy Song who resigned in April.