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The suspect being arrested caught by the WSP surveillance aircraft. Screenshot from WSP Youtube.

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Suspected drunk driver hits man on SR 18, gets caught by air surveillance

See the video of troopers tracking and capturing the suspect.

Republican Dave Reichert, left, and Democrat Bob Ferguson, right, are competing in Washington’s 2024 governor’s race. (Photos courtesy of campaigns)

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Ferguson and Reichert clash on crime, abortion and Trump in first debate

Clear differences in style and substance emerged in the first face-to-face encounter between the candidates battling to be…

Maple Valley’s Discovery Playtown’s license has been pulled after a former employee was arrested on suspicion on child sexual abuse. Photo by Ray Miller-Still

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Lawsuit filed against Maple Valley daycare in grooming case

Attorneys have filed a civil lawsuit against a Maple Valley daycare center after the criminal investigation of an…

King County Correctional Facility in Seattle. COURTESY PHOTO, King County

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Green River Killer booked into King County jail after state prison transfer

Sheriff’s Office continues to investigate ‘potentially related cases’

I-405 through Renton will be closed throughout the weekend, beginning Friday, Sept. 13 and ending early Monday, Sept. 15. Courtesy of WSDOT.

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Major weekend traffic: I-405 in Renton closed late Friday to early Monday

Southbound I-405 will be closed the entire weekend, while northbound will only be for a few hours early…

Eric Perkins being arrested. (Screenshot from video by Pierce County Sheriff’s Office X account)

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Suspect arrested in string of I-5 shootings

According to probable cause documents, five people were injured in the shootings, which started in Federal Way.

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Business

Bikini coffee stand owner pleads guilty to tax evasion

Ladybug Espresso owner underreported his income for a tax loss of more than $1.7 million, according to the…

In an effort to strengthen King County’s cultural sector and increasing public access to arts, heritage, science, public art and historic preservation education and experiences, 4Culture and Doors Open will bring funding to local non-profit organizations in 2025 and beyond. Susan Point. “Northwind Fishing Weir Legend”, 1997. Carved and painted cedar with cast concrete. Green River Trail, Tukwila, WA. King County Public Art Collection. Photo: joefreemanjunior.com

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Doors Open brings millions of dollars to arts and cultural organizations throughout King County

With a minimum of 25% of funding to go to areas outside of Seattle, Doors Open will strengthen…

Mariners manager Scott Servais and crew had a solid following in the media for their home All-Star Game last summer. File photo

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Mariners fire Scott Servais

Analysis: Seattle Mariners’ season remains “about as over as it gets without officially being over.”

Washington Corrections Center, a prison in Shelton, Washington. (Grace Deng/Washington State Standard)

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Report: Prisoners still routinely isolated in WA

At least 176 people from 2014 to 2023 have attempted suicide while in solitary confinement at a Washington…

Primary candidates in the 2024 Washington state governor’s race. From left to right, Semi Bird (R), Bob Ferguson (D), Mark Mullet (D) and Dave Reichert (R). Photos courtesy of campaigns

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Ferguson and Reichert move toward Nov. showdown in governor’s race

Both dusted off intraparty challenges to their political right.

COURTESY PHOTO, King County Sheriff’s Office

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KC Sheriff’s Office needs to modify use-of-force notifications, report says

Office of Law Enforcement Oversight’s report includes seven recommendations.

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Free vaccines available for all kids in South King County

Go-Vax Kids, in collaboration with others, is hosting free vaccine events.

Gov. Jay Inslee. COURTESY PHOTO, Office of the Governor

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Former Auburn man sentenced for threatening to kill Inslee

Slaughter lived in Auburn at the time of a prior case in 2021, involving threats to former Seattle…

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Stearns and Cooke take early leads in the 47th Legislative District primary

For position 1, Entenman and Lyebyedyev automatically advance to the general election.

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Congressional District 8 incumbent Schrier to face Goers in November

Democrat Schrier winning primary with 51% of vote; Republican Goers at 44% to each advance

DK Metcalf shares a fist bump with a young fan. Photo provided by Maria Dorsten.

Sports

Seahawks 2024 preseason: Competitive high-intensity atmosphere

Coach Mike Macdonald: “If we get in a scrap here and there, it’s understandable.”

COURTESY PHOTO, King County Sheriff’s Office

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King County Sheriff’s Office modifies pursuit policy

Initiative 2113 was passed in the Washington State Legislature in May 2024.

State Capitol Building in Olympia. File photo

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What’s the cost if WA voters erase capital gains tax or end cap-and-trade?

A pair of new reports outline financial consequences if voters approve ballot measures this fall repealing Washington’s capital…

Byron Murphy II gets going during a defensive line drill. Ben Ray / Sound Publishing

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Seahawks kick off training camp in the Mike Macdonald era

“We’re still learning who we are. We are still chasing that,” said Seattle’s new head coach.