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Firefighters from four agencies extinguished a brush fire Wednesday evening, Aug. 16 in the 3300 block of South 260th Street on the West Hill in Kent. COURTESY PHOTO, Puget Sound Fire

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Firefighters extinguish brush fire on West Hill in Kent

Fire broke out Tuesday evening, Aug. 16; four fire departments responded

The Phoenix Court Apartments in Kent at 23913 111th Pl. SE. COURTESY PHOTO, Phoenix Court Apartments

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City of Kent files public nuisance suit against Phoenix Court Apartments

Seeks injunction in efforts to improve safety at crime-ridden complex

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King County issues Stage 2 burn ban in light of high temps | Local Services

All outdoor fires (fire bits and campfires) are prohibited; barbecues and grills are still allowed to be used.

Families splash and play in the water at at Federal Way’s Town Square Park to cool off from a previous heatwave in the region. (File photo)

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Hottest temps of the year hit WA this week

Call 2-1-1 to find free, local cooling centers in your area

King County Crime Dive podcast.

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Man with brain injury harasses neighbors with few consequences | King County Crime Dive podcast

In this episode, Jonathan Arnold has allegedly harassed and sexually assaulted women in his Enumclaw neighborhood for more…

Current home for cricket in Marymoor Park, with the green cricket pitch in the center, is labeled “Marymoor Cricket Community Park Stadium” and is located near the soccer fields. (Courtesy of Google Maps).

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Microsoft CEO announces cricket stadium coming to Seattle area

Seattle Orcas co-owner discussed plans during Major League Cricket championship match.

First-round pick Jaxon Smith-Njigba is ready to go at Lumen Field. (Photos by Ben Ray / Sound Publishing)

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Seahawks host mock game at Lumen Field | Preseason football 2023

“It’s great to get back in front of our fans in front of Lumen,” said QB Geno Smith.

Bryan Neyers worked at Glacier Park Elementary School (pictured here) for several years as a paraeducator, supervising kids at recess and in child care programs. Despite co-workers approaching school and district administrators about Neyers’ close relationships with students, Neyers continued working with kids. He now awaits trial on Sept. 5 on charges of molesting and raping young boys in his care. (Photo by Scott Eklund/Red Box Pictures)

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Tahoma School District ignored repeated warnings of ‘grooming-like behavior’

State education officials say case highlights need for more oversight of paraeducators.

Devin Bush in front, working on his hands with fellow linebacker Bobby Wagner. (Photos by Ben Ray/Sound Publishing)

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Seahawks 2023 training camp under way at VMAC in Renton

For the second day in pads, the Hawks look to build on a great ‘22 season and prepare…

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King County voters decide on Veterans, Seniors and Human Services Levy

If passed, Proposition 1 would authorize an additional six-year property tax levy.

King County Crime Dive podcast.

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Candidate steals hammers; Kent marks 17th homicide in 2023 | King County Crime Dive podcast

In this episode, a Federal Way City Council candidate was accused of stealing from a hardware store; and…

King County Crime Dive podcast.

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Police officer still on payroll while awaiting murder trial | King County Crime Dive podcast

In this episode, an update on Auburn Police Officer Jeffrey Nelson, who is still on the city payroll…

Public Health – Seattle & King County staff administering COVID-19 vaccine to a local emergency responder. COURTESY PHOTO, Public Health-Seattle & King County

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King County wants to rehire employees who were fired over vaccine

A total of 314 employees separated from King County as a result of the mandate, with eight retiring,…

West Point Treatment Plant in Seattle. Photo courtesy of King County

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King County Council targets “forever chemicals” in wastewater

The motion would initiate a study on how to mitigate the Puget Sound’s exposure to the toxic runoff.

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Executive director of the King County Library System announces retirement

After five years with KCLS, Lisa Rosenblum’s retirement will be effective Nov. 30, 2023

King County Councilmember Claudia Balducci invited young Swifties to read the proclamation, with each taking an album title-themed clause. (Courtesy of King County)

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King County Council names July 18-25 ‘Taylor Swift Week’

Proclamation comes before the pop star’s sold-out Seattle tour dates.

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Washington enacts new rules to protect outdoor workers from heat-related deaths

One rule is that employers must provide mandatory cool-down periods and additional break times.

King County Crime Dive podcast.

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Boy on scooter dies at scene of collision | King County Crime Dive podcast

In this episode, Bellevue police recover 3D-printed ghost guns from a drive-by shooting suspect; Valley SWAT arrests a…

Kyle Tucker of the Astros at the plate against the Phillies Craig Kimbrel in the ninth inning. Ben Ray / The Mirror

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Five days of baseball heaven: MLB 2023 All-Star Weekend in Seattle recap

From T-Mobile Park to Lumen Field and Pike Place Market, Seattle shines as the 2023 All-Star Weekend host.

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Veterans, Seniors and Human Services Levy to appear on August ballot

King County voters will decide whether to renew the social services levy.