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Graph courtesy of Domestic Abuse Women’s Network (DAWN).

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October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Events start in September for Kent-based nonprofit Domestic Abuse Women’s Network (DAWN)

A light rail vehicle parked Aug. 18 on the alignment during the construction of the Star Lake Station in Kent. COURTESY PHOTO, Sound Transit

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Light rail passenger service to Kent, Federal Way starts Dec. 6

Features two new light rail stations in Kent, one in Federal Way along 7.8-mile extension

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Homeless encampment at the Green River.

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Homelessness still rising in Washington, state data shows

Homelessness is still on the rise in Washington, but data collected by the state Department of Commerce shows…

Infographic from the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office showing the number of retail crime filings through June each year since 2021. Courtesy photo.

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Prosecutor’s office: Retail crime cases increasing since 2021

This increase was attributed to the implementation of a prosecutor dedicated to working full-time on retail crime case…

Courtesy Photo, King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office

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King County felony juvenile diversion program is paused

This decision came after it was revealed that 53.2% of participating juveniles with low-level felonies reoffend within two…

Executive Director Minh-Duc Nguyen (center right) and Ron Choi (center) rely on the work of volunteers to keep Helping Link running. Photo by Drew Dotson/Sound Publishing

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Nonprofit helps local Vietnamese community thrive

Helping Link offers free support services and programs to the Vietnamese population in the area.

Alphonzo Tuputala, an alum of Federal Way High School and University of Washington, works on a drill during his first day at Seahawks training camp. Ben Ray / Sound Publishing

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Seattle Seahawks chemistry looks to provide additional edge in 2025

Seattle’s newest signing Alphonzo Tuputala practiced with the team.

Ichiro takes the podium during his number retirement ceremony. Ben Ray / Sound Publishing

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Ichiro’s 51 retired in Seattle

One of the most iconic players in Seattle pro sports is now etched into Mariners history.

Erica Wheeler drives to the basket against the Minnesota Lynx. Photo courtesy of Seattle Storm.

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Seattle Storm fall short against Minnesota

Nneka Ogwumike’s late heroics aren’t enough as Storm drop third straight game.

Sam Darnold exits to the practice field at the Virginia Mason Athletic Complex. Photo provided by Maria Dorsten.

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Seahawks training camp: Year two of the Mike Macdonald era

Nick Emmanwari wows with athleticism as the new look Seahawks prepare for 2025 regular season.

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New Washington state laws that took effect July 27

Housing, policing and diaper changes are among the areas that the legislation covers.

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King County gun violence keeps on dropping in 2025

Firearm homicides and injuries hit five-year lows through second quarter

Kade Anderson and his brother Carter during Mariners batting practice. Photo by Ben Ray / Sound Publishing

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Kade Anderson introduced to Seattle: ‘They picked a winner’

The Mariners’ number three pick in the draft talked with the media and took a tour of Seattle.

Logan Gilbert pitching in the win against Milwaukee. Courtesy photo via Seattle Mariners.

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Mariners cool the red-hot Brew Crew in 1-0 win

Cal Raleigh’s solo-home run was enough as Logan Gilbert strikes out 10 vs. Milwaukee.

Kentwood High School alum Dallas Glenn. Image Courtesy of NHRA.

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Records smashed as local driver wins at Pacific Raceways

Kentwood HS alum Dallas Glenn wins as records on the track fell all weekend.

Special Olympics athletes high-five each other after a swim relay race at the 2025 Spring Games at the Weyerhaeuser King County Aquatic Center in Federal Way. The aquatic center is among recreational facilities and parks across the region that would receive upgrades with the passage of the King County Parks Levy on the Aug. 5 primary ballot. (File photo)

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King County seeks renewal for parks levy in primary election

Levy would fund multiple projects in South King County. Primary election is Aug. 5.

King County Council Vice Chair Reagan Dunn (left) and Bob Baker of Save the Cedar River (right) stand in front of the lot that will no longer be the site of an asphalt plant near the Cedar River. Photo by Drew Dotson/Renton Reporter

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Cedar River asphalt plant will no longer be built

Lakeside Industries drops plan for a controversial asphalt plant on SR 169.

Funny Car showing off big flames on July 19, 2024, at Pacific Raceways. Ben Ray / The Reporter

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NHRA drag racing returns to Pacific Raceways for Northwest Nationals

NASCAR Hall of Famer Tony Stewart leads the headlines entering into 10th race of the season.

St. Francis Hospital in Federal Way. Courtesy photo

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Medicaid cuts projected to heavily impact, strain local hospitals

84 hospitals across the state — including those in Renton, Federal Way, Auburn, Snoqualmie, Enumclaw and more —…

King County Correctional Facility is located at 500 5th Ave., Seattle. File photo

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King County jail audit finds issues in behavioral health services

Addressing the issues could reduce the risk of reoffending.