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Kent School District Superintendent Israel Vela. COURTESY PHOTO, Kent School District

Kent School District addresses $10.5 million budget shortfall

Cuts this school year in central administration office materials, supplies and leaving office positions vacant

Kent School District Superintendent Israel Vela. COURTESY PHOTO, Kent School District
Christian Moshosky. COURTESY PHOTO, GoFundMe

Man killed by Kent Police in 2024 fired 15 shots from apartment

Valley Independent Investigation Team releases results from Washington State Patrol Crime Lab

Christian Moshosky. COURTESY PHOTO, GoFundMe
Screenshot of Scott Presler speaking Monday, Nov. 17 in Battle Ground. COURTESY IMAGE, Scott Presler

Conservative activist Scott Presler to speak in Kent Nov. 20

Presler part of Super Signer Rally for three proposed state initiatives on voting, parents’ rights and female sports

Screenshot of Scott Presler speaking Monday, Nov. 17 in Battle Ground. COURTESY IMAGE, Scott Presler
Photos of one of the firearms retrieved during the arrest. Courtesy of Renton Police Department

Kent man sentenced for Jan. shooting in Renton

Following a confrontation about alleged stolen items, a man was shot in the stomach.

Photos of one of the firearms retrieved during the arrest. Courtesy of Renton Police Department
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Kent Police arrest armed robbery suspect in Auburn

Auburn man, 50, reportedly robbed Kent espresso stand Nov. 16 along Central Avenue South

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State Sen. Claudia Kauffman. COURTESY PHOTO

Kent Democrat Kauffman to seek reelection to state Senate

Claudia Kauffman won tight primary, general election races in 2022

State Sen. Claudia Kauffman. COURTESY PHOTO
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Shoker plans to focus on people over politics on Kent City Council

Sharn Shoker defeats Andy Song in tight race

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Kent Police Blotter: Oct. 28-Nov. 7

Incidents include street robbery, stabbing, pickax attack, wire theft arrest

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Left to right: Shellonda Keychell Daniel at Ulta in Renton and Ulta in Federal Way. Courtesy photos

Woman sentenced for $200K shoplifting spree in King County

She received a mental health sentencing alternative.

Left to right: Shellonda Keychell Daniel at Ulta in Renton and Ulta in Federal Way. Courtesy photos
Photo of the home on fire. Courtesy of Puget Sound Fire

Kent home catches fire

All of the occupants made it out safely.

Photo of the home on fire. Courtesy of Puget Sound Fire
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UPDATE: Kent election results for council, school board and more

Here are the latest results for Kent and King County races in the general election as of Nov. 10. Results will be certified Nov. 25.… Continue reading

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Light rail trains can now be seen running their regular schedule as the simulated service tests the schedule and infrastructure that will open on Dec. 6 to Federal Way. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

Test trains will simulate light rail service until opening day

Long-awaited light rail stations undergo final tests ahead of Dec. 6 opening date.

Light rail trains can now be seen running their regular schedule as the simulated service tests the schedule and infrastructure that will open on Dec. 6 to Federal Way. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror
Left to right: A photo from a group chat of Mirreh and a photo Jimenez-Guzel. Screenshot from documents.

Kent man charged for allegedly supporting ISIS

Documents state that he conspired to provide material support to a foreign terrorist organization, and he was linked to Michigan men planning an attack.

Left to right: A photo from a group chat of Mirreh and a photo Jimenez-Guzel. Screenshot from documents.
Democratic state Rep. Edwin Obras, left, is defending a seat he was appointed to in the 33rd Legislative District. He faces a challenge from Democrat Kevin Schilling, right, who is mayor of Burien. Courtesy photos

Obras pulls ahead in close race for WA state House seat

It’s a close contest between two Democrats for a Washington state House seat in the 33rd Legislative District. As of Nov. 7, State Rep. Edwin… Continue reading

  • Nov 10, 2025
  • By Jerry Cornfield, Washington State Standard
Democratic state Rep. Edwin Obras, left, is defending a seat he was appointed to in the 33rd Legislative District. He faces a challenge from Democrat Kevin Schilling, right, who is mayor of Burien. Courtesy photos
Kent Youth and Family Services (KYFS) is one location that is still up and running after not receiving operational funding since Nov. 1. Courtesy photo

Low-income families face loss of preschool programs

Kent Youth and Family Services is still up and running for now.

  • Nov 5, 2025
  • By Mariah Hill, For the Reporter
Kent Youth and Family Services (KYFS) is one location that is still up and running after not receiving operational funding since Nov. 1. Courtesy photo
A scene at the Kent Food Bank at the Birch Creek apartment complex. Photo by Mariah Hill

Shutdown’s effects ripple into Kent Food Bank

As the federal government entered day 34 of its shutdown, families gathered at the Kent Food Bank at the Birch Creek apartment complex. Local volunteers… Continue reading

  • Nov 4, 2025
  • By Mariah Hill, For the Reporter
A scene at the Kent Food Bank at the Birch Creek apartment complex. Photo by Mariah Hill
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Operating losses climbing at city of Kent ShoWare Center

Arena appears to be headed toward annual loss of more than $1.5 million

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Family looks forward to end of lengthy Kent murder court case

Charges against man in death of Seth Frankel tied up in courts for 15 years

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Kent Reporter is changing to mail delivery

October is the final month of free home delivery of the Kent Reporter. Beginning with the Nov. 7 issue, the Reporter will be mailed only… Continue reading

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Kent man, 26, fatally shot at apartment complex identified

Yik Thomas Khan died of a gunshot wound of head and neck in Oct. 26 Valley shooting

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