Dash Point State Park. Washington State Parks photo

Northwest

WA Legislature approves hiking Discover Pass price to $45

The increase would take effect on Oct. 1, 2025.

Painting the Mother Africa logo for the organization’s 2025 Board Retreat. Courtesy photo.

Life

Mother Africa: Serving KC’s immigrant community for 21 years

Mother Africa has been part of South King County for over 20 years, having been founded by Risho…

Chase Jones and his attorney Brad Barshis reading Jones’ statement to the judge. Photo by Joshua Solorzano/Sound Publishing

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Man who killed four in Renton crash sentenced to over 17 years in prison

The prosecutor reported that Chase Jones was traveling at 112 mph when he crashed into the victims.

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Three Kent men honored by state during fallen worker ceremony

One died falling from Seattle bridge; two others were fatally shot

City of Kent Corrections Facility, 1230 Central Ave. S. COURTESY PHOTO, City of Kent

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Medical examiner identifies woman found dead in city of Kent jail

Cause and manner of death are pending for 45-year-old woman

File Photo, Kent Reporter

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Large Kent Police response finds no weapon threats on Central Avenue

About a dozen police vehicles arrived in 700 block of Central Ave. S. Thursday, April 24

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

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Kent man pleads guilty to federal drug trafficking charges

Part of international drug ring that distributed fentanyl, methamphetamine and cocaine

Small American flags adorn headstones at Tahoma National Cemetery in Kent. Photo Courtesy of Tahoma National Cemetery.

Northwest

Volunteers needed at Tahoma National Cemetery in South King Co.

With Memorial Day over a month away, now is a good time to consider volunteering to help families…

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Life

Kentridge High School presents ‘Hairspray,’ final production by director

Director Jennifer Grajewski is retiring after an extraordinary 43-year career in education

Kent School Board members Tim Clark and Meghin Margel. COURTESY PHOTO, Kent School District

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Kent School Board recall group files for reconsideration

Petitioners take next step after judge dismissed petitions to recall Meghin Margel, Tim Clark

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Future female firefighters learn key skills at workshop

32 women participate in firefighting, emergency medical services training

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Kent pedestrian killed in April 21 crash identified

Vicente Islas Gomez, 50, died of multiple blunt force injuries along Central Avenue South

Graphic provided by Kent School District.

Sports

Kent Reporter Athlete of the Week: Kentridge

Cody Stoner (Sr. Soccer) and Ayla Johnson-Souza (Sr. Track and Field) are this weeks winners.

Kentwood’s Hamza Abdille and Dylan Chavez shake hands after the game’s first goal. Ben Ray / The Reporter

Sports

Kentwood soccer’s search for first win continues after 3-2 loss

Ethan Nonthaveth’s 47th minute goal to take the lead was not enough to outlast the Tigers.

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Business

Ezee Fiber breaks ground in Kent for new internet system

Residents will have another option once company completes construction

(Screenshot/Courtesy of King County)

Northwest

King County fingerprint ID levy is passing at the polls

Election results: The levy would authorize an additional property tax for seven years, beginning in 2026.

Courtesy File Photo, WSDOT

News

Section of State Route 167 in Kent to be fully closed night of April 24

From 10 p.m. Thursday, April 24 to 4 a.m. Friday, April 25 between S. 180th Street and S.…

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Kent man wanted in DV incident reportedly ‘has left the area’

Avon Cobb still on the run; flashbang device might have caused fire at Auburn business where he fled

Courtesy Photo, Comcast

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Some Comcast, Xfinity Business customers lose service in Kent

Vandals damage cable line; service expected to be restored by 4 p.m. Tuesday, April 22

The city of Kent Corrections Facility, 1230 Central Ave. S. COURTESY PHOTO, City of Kent

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Female inmate, 45, dies while in custody at city of Kent jail

Found unresponsive Tuesday morning, April 22