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Kent Police Cmdr. Grove receives chief’s excellence award

Honored for his work with the new Community Immersion Law Enforcement program

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Ballot measure for King County Crisis Care Levy. File photo

$1.25 billion mental health levy is on April 25 special election ballot

King County Crisis Care Centers proposal would raise money through a property tax.

Ballot measure for King County Crisis Care Levy. File photo
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South King County fire chiefs developing behavioral health program

11 agencies are working to address mental health concerns at work and at home.

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King County Sheriff’s deputy hit by car near airport

The deputy was responding to reports of a car blocking the roadway with a passed out driver inside.

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Leticia “Leti” Martinez-Cosman, 58, was last seen on March 31 at a Seattle Mariners baseball game. (Photo courtesy of the SPD Blotter)

Man accused of kidnapping, attempting to kill son of missing Seattle woman

The suspect, Brett Michael Gitchel, is also accused of setting the missing woman’s car on fire.

Leticia “Leti” Martinez-Cosman, 58, was last seen on March 31 at a Seattle Mariners baseball game. (Photo courtesy of the SPD Blotter)
AR-15 rifle that was recovered by Mercer Island police. (File photo)

WA Senate OKs assault weapons ban, longer wait on gun sales

Bills outlawing many semiautomatic weapons and adding restrictions on gun purchases are now on course to becoming law.

  • Apr 10, 2023
  • By Jerry Cornfield jcornfield@soundpublishing.com
AR-15 rifle that was recovered by Mercer Island police. (File photo)
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Renton man, 38, dies two days after fight at Home Depot in Kent | Update

Medical examiner says cause and manner of death are pending

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Kent offers informational event about fentanyl and other drugs

Students in grades 6-12 and parents invited to April 27 presentation by Kent Police, Kent School District

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California real estate group buys Webster Court apartments in Kent

PEF Advisors plans to spend $1.2 million on improvements to downtown senior living complex

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The city of Kent has closed Morrill Meadows Park on the East Hill until December for renovations, including an improved and expanded playground. COURTESY PHOTO, City of Kent

City of Kent closes most of Morrill Meadows Park for renovations

Park to remain closed until December for expanded playground, new stage and more

The city of Kent has closed Morrill Meadows Park on the East Hill until December for renovations, including an improved and expanded playground. COURTESY PHOTO, City of Kent
A man was killed March 28 in Kent near this homeless encampment in the 10900 block of SE 256th Street. This March 29 photo shows a piece of yellow tape used by Kent Police to mark the crime scene. BAILEY JO JOSIE, Sound Publishing

Man, 54, killed at Kent homeless encampment identified

Man died from blunt force trauma to the head, according to medical examiner

A man was killed March 28 in Kent near this homeless encampment in the 10900 block of SE 256th Street. This March 29 photo shows a piece of yellow tape used by Kent Police to mark the crime scene. BAILEY JO JOSIE, Sound Publishing
From left to right: Rep. Marcus Riccelli, Sen. Manka Dhingra, Sen. Karen Keiser, Gov. Jay Inslee, Rep. Jessica Bateman, Rep. My-Linh Thai and AG Bob Ferguson. (Courtesy photo)

With access to abortion pill threatened, state buys 30K doses

Gov. Inslee says it gives Washington a three-year supply. The purchase comes as a federal judge may order the FDA to stop its sale.

  • Apr 4, 2023
  • By Jerry Cornfield jcornfield@soundpublishing.com
From left to right: Rep. Marcus Riccelli, Sen. Manka Dhingra, Sen. Karen Keiser, Gov. Jay Inslee, Rep. Jessica Bateman, Rep. My-Linh Thai and AG Bob Ferguson. (Courtesy photo)
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Kent School District looks to purchase property for three programs

School board approves reallocation of $5.4 million for potential locations

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Kent School Board limited in discipline of fellow members

State association explains what steps can be taken against former Board President Tim Clark

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Kent Police Blotter: March 13-27

Incidents include burglaries, struggle with officers, injury crash

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Tim Clark plans to remain on Kent School Board despite resignation pleas

Speakers at board meeting want Clark gone after insensitive comment about Somali families

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Keiser state bill caps insulin costs at $35 per month

Inslee signs legislation; Congress has yet to pass any federal cost controls

Stock photo, Metro Creative Graphics
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Zandria Michaud to run for reelection to Kent City Council

Voters elected her to four-year term in 2019

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Four new crosswalks with flashing beacons in Kent under construction

Improvements along SE 240th Street, 104th Avenue SE and Central Avenue North

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Kent Police investigate homicide at homeless encampment

Man, 54, had obvious trauma to his head; found in 10900 block of SE 256th Street

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