Immigration arrests surged last month in Washington

Newly revealed arrest records offer the clearest look yet at how Trump’s immigration crackdown is unfolding

By Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard • July 23, 2025 11:50 am
King County seeks renewal for parks levy in primary election

Levy would fund multiple projects in cities across the county. Primary election is Aug. 5.

By Ray Miller-Still • July 19, 2025 8:00 am
King County Council adopts ‘Welcoming’ motion for immigrants

Council responds to Trump administration ‘sowing fear across the country through brutal, unjust persecution’

By Steve Hunter • July 16, 2025 4:26 pm
King County to expand flood outreach after Texas tragedy

Flood Control District Board votes to increase education, early warnings and community engagement

By Steve Hunter • July 8, 2025 5:08 pm
King County jail audit finds issues in behavioral health services

Addressing the issues could reduce the risk of reoffending.

By Joshua Solorzano • July 6, 2025 7:30 am
A new report on South King County’s healthcare landscape shows a sector that uniquely combines stable demand, high-wage employment and community impact. Courtesy Federal Way Chamber of Commerce Sponsored
Strong regional healthcare drives sustainable business growth

Chamber EY releases report on healthcare industry in South King

By Federal Way Chamber of Commerce • July 28, 2025 6:00 am

Gas tax will rise 6 cents a gallon in Washington...

Lawmakers turned to the tax to contend with a projected $1 billion shortfall in the next two-year transportation budget.

By Jerry Cornfield, Washington State Standard • June 30, 2025 11:10 am
Seattle socialist Kshama Sawant to challenge Adam Smith

Announces run in 2026 election for 9th District Congressional seat

By Jerry Cornfield, Washington State Standard • June 3, 2025 12:35 pm
Carjackers caught after pursuit | KC Crime Dive

In this episode: Kent Police arrested two men for investigation of robbery after a reported carjacking early Feb. 26 on the West Hill and a vehicle pursuit into Auburn.

By Cameron Sheppard • March 10, 2024 11:05 am
Cigarette leads to arrest of murder suspects | KC Crime...

In this episode: A discarded cigarette found by detectives outside the Kent Valley Motel helped lead to the arrest of a Seattle man and woman for allegedly killing two people Jan. 31, 2023, inside a room at the motel.

By Cameron Sheppard • March 9, 2024 11:05 am
Double murder charges for white supremacists | KC Crime Dive...

In this episode: King County prosecutors have charged a Snohomish man with the Nov. 2023 murders of a man and woman near Renton — and charged a Tulalip man with assisting in hiding the bodies. Prosecutors also charged one suspect with animal cruelty in the first degree for the killing of the horse.

By Cameron Sheppard • March 7, 2024 11:05 am
A new report on South King County’s healthcare landscape shows a sector that uniquely combines stable demand, high-wage employment and community impact. Courtesy Federal Way Chamber of Commerce Sponsored
July 28, 2025 6:00 am
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June 26, 2025 12:00 pm
Comcast RISE will award 100 small businesses in King County with over $3 million in monetary, marketing and technology grants. Courtesy Comcast Sponsored
May 18, 2025 6:30 am
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The Double Bind

Allegations of rape will get you an audience with the King County Prosecutor’s office. But justice is more elusive.

By Sara Bernard • December 7, 2016 1:30 am
The Fear and Resolve of Those Most Threatened by a...

Seattle’s Muslims and Mexican immigrants share their hopes and concerns following the election.

By Jovelle Tamayo • January 18, 2017 1:30 am