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All lanes of southbound SR 167 just south of SR 516 in Kent have reopened following a Wednesday afternoon collision, according to the Washington State Department of Transportation.
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February 12, 2026 at 12:22 AM
All lanes of southbound SR 167 just south of SR 516 in Kent have reopened following a Wednesday afternoon collision, according to the Washington State Department of Transportation.
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Kent Police are investigating the death of a 48-year-old Renton woman found early Wednesday morning, Feb. 11 at Kaibara Park (map below).
Kent Patrol officers and Puget Sound Fire were dispatched at 3:50 a.m.
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Kent Patrol officers and Puget Sound Fire were dispatched at 3:50 a.m.
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February 11, 2026 at 8:06 PM
Kent Police are investigating the death of a 48-year-old Renton woman found early Wednesday morning, Feb. 11 at Kaibara Park (map below).
Kent Patrol officers and Puget Sound Fire were dispatched at 3:50 a.m.
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Kent Patrol officers and Puget Sound Fire were dispatched at 3:50 a.m.
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All those 21 and over are invited to join in on Saturday, April 11, from 5–8 p.m. for an evening of wine tasting, live music, samples n’ strolling historic downtown Kent.
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February 11, 2026 at 3:02 PM
All those 21 and over are invited to join in on Saturday, April 11, from 5–8 p.m. for an evening of wine tasting, live music, samples n’ strolling historic downtown Kent.
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A Kent Police Crime Reduction Unit officer arrested a 57-year-old Federal Way man Tuesday afternoon, Feb. 10 on an outstanding King County warrant for failure to register as a sex offender.
According to the Kent Police Department, Sgt.
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According to the Kent Police Department, Sgt.
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February 11, 2026 at 4:11 AM
A Kent Police Crime Reduction Unit officer arrested a 57-year-old Federal Way man Tuesday afternoon, Feb. 10 on an outstanding King County warrant for failure to register as a sex offender.
According to the Kent Police Department, Sgt.
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According to the Kent Police Department, Sgt.
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The King County Medical Examiner’s Office has identified the man killed in a stabbing last week in Kent as Edivier Jesus Duran Leal, 27, of Seattle.
According to the Medical Examiner’s Office, Duran Leal died from a stab wound to the chest.
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According to the Medical Examiner’s Office, Duran Leal died from a stab wound to the chest.
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February 11, 2026 at 3:31 AM
The King County Medical Examiner’s Office has identified the man killed in a stabbing last week in Kent as Edivier Jesus Duran Leal, 27, of Seattle.
According to the Medical Examiner’s Office, Duran Leal died from a stab wound to the chest.
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According to the Medical Examiner’s Office, Duran Leal died from a stab wound to the chest.
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Join Renton Civic Theatre this February to enjoy a romantic comedy for the ages, playing Feb. 13-Mar. 1, 2026!
“She Loves Me” is the story of two feuding coworkers who find an unexpected connection through anonymous letters.
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“She Loves Me” is the story of two feuding coworkers who find an unexpected connection through anonymous letters.
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February 11, 2026 at 1:45 AM
Join Renton Civic Theatre this February to enjoy a romantic comedy for the ages, playing Feb. 13-Mar. 1, 2026!
“She Loves Me” is the story of two feuding coworkers who find an unexpected connection through anonymous letters.
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“She Loves Me” is the story of two feuding coworkers who find an unexpected connection through anonymous letters.
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Regional transit agencies are urging fans to leave their cars at home and take public transportation as up to 1 million people are expected to gather in downtown Seattle on Wednesday, Feb. 11, to celebrate the Seattle Seahawks’ Super Bowl victory.
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February 11, 2026 at 1:43 AM
Regional transit agencies are urging fans to leave their cars at home and take public transportation as up to 1 million people are expected to gather in downtown Seattle on Wednesday, Feb. 11, to celebrate the Seattle Seahawks’ Super Bowl victory.
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Meet (and adopt) Millie, RASKC’s Pet of the Week:
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Millie is a 2-and-a-half-year-old female pittie looking for her forever home!
Millie is a sweet, gentle, quiet little lady who keeps her kennel very neat and tidy.
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https://youtube.com/shorts/_SarrkX2AwE?feature=share
Millie is a 2-and-a-half-year-old female pittie looking for her forever home!
Millie is a sweet, gentle, quiet little lady who keeps her kennel very neat and tidy.
ilovekent.net/meet-and-ado...
February 11, 2026 at 1:08 AM
Meet (and adopt) Millie, RASKC’s Pet of the Week:
https://youtube.com/shorts/_SarrkX2AwE?feature=share
Millie is a 2-and-a-half-year-old female pittie looking for her forever home!
Millie is a sweet, gentle, quiet little lady who keeps her kennel very neat and tidy.
ilovekent.net/meet-and-ado...
https://youtube.com/shorts/_SarrkX2AwE?feature=share
Millie is a 2-and-a-half-year-old female pittie looking for her forever home!
Millie is a sweet, gentle, quiet little lady who keeps her kennel very neat and tidy.
ilovekent.net/meet-and-ado...
Meet (and adopt) Millie, RASKC’s Pet of the Week:
https://youtube.com/shorts/_SarrkX2AwE?feature=share
Millie is a 2-and-a-half-year-old female pittie looking for her forever home!
Millie is a sweet, gentle, quiet little lady who keeps her kennel very neat and tidy.
ilovekent.net/meet-and-ado...
https://youtube.com/shorts/_SarrkX2AwE?feature=share
Millie is a 2-and-a-half-year-old female pittie looking for her forever home!
Millie is a sweet, gentle, quiet little lady who keeps her kennel very neat and tidy.
ilovekent.net/meet-and-ado...
February 11, 2026 at 1:07 AM
Meet (and adopt) Millie, RASKC’s Pet of the Week:
https://youtube.com/shorts/_SarrkX2AwE?feature=share
Millie is a 2-and-a-half-year-old female pittie looking for her forever home!
Millie is a sweet, gentle, quiet little lady who keeps her kennel very neat and tidy.
ilovekent.net/meet-and-ado...
https://youtube.com/shorts/_SarrkX2AwE?feature=share
Millie is a 2-and-a-half-year-old female pittie looking for her forever home!
Millie is a sweet, gentle, quiet little lady who keeps her kennel very neat and tidy.
ilovekent.net/meet-and-ado...
A new report from the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office shows that 2025 was the safest year for gun violence in King County since before the pandemic, with levels declining for the second consecutive year.
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February 8, 2026 at 1:14 AM
A new report from the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office shows that 2025 was the safest year for gun violence in King County since before the pandemic, with levels declining for the second consecutive year.
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Detectives with the Kent Police Department are investigating a homicide after a 26-year-old man was fatally stabbed early Saturday, Feb. 7 at a West Hill apartment complex.
Police said that officers were dispatched at 12:34 a.m.
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Police said that officers were dispatched at 12:34 a.m.
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February 7, 2026 at 7:31 PM
Detectives with the Kent Police Department are investigating a homicide after a 26-year-old man was fatally stabbed early Saturday, Feb. 7 at a West Hill apartment complex.
Police said that officers were dispatched at 12:34 a.m.
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Police said that officers were dispatched at 12:34 a.m.
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A 41-year-old Kent man was taken into custody early Friday, Feb. 6 after police said he intentionally drove a suspected stolen vehicle into a patrol car during a downtown encounter.
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February 6, 2026 at 11:28 PM
A 41-year-old Kent man was taken into custody early Friday, Feb. 6 after police said he intentionally drove a suspected stolen vehicle into a patrol car during a downtown encounter.
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A former California resident was sentenced Thursday to 18 months in federal prison for wire fraud after stealing nearly $1 million from his Kent based employer, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Western District of Washington announced.
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February 6, 2026 at 10:02 PM
A former California resident was sentenced Thursday to 18 months in federal prison for wire fraud after stealing nearly $1 million from his Kent based employer, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Western District of Washington announced.
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The Kent School District this week released detailed protocols for staff outlining how to respond if federal immigration authorities arrive on school campuses or if immigration activity is reported near schools.
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February 6, 2026 at 7:12 PM
The Kent School District this week released detailed protocols for staff outlining how to respond if federal immigration authorities arrive on school campuses or if immigration activity is reported near schools.
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Auburn-based Green River College this week terminated the contract of President Suzanne Johnson following a $14.2 million budget deficit that led to college wide cuts during the current school year, according to KUOW.
The Green River Board of Trustees announced Feb.
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The Green River Board of Trustees announced Feb.
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February 6, 2026 at 5:26 PM
Auburn-based Green River College this week terminated the contract of President Suzanne Johnson following a $14.2 million budget deficit that led to college wide cuts during the current school year, according to KUOW.
The Green River Board of Trustees announced Feb.
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The Green River Board of Trustees announced Feb.
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Kent Police arrested a 40-year-old Kent man early Tuesday morning, Feb. 3 after officers used license plate recognition technology and coordinated patrol tactics to locate a stolen vehicle and take the driver into custody.
Officers were on an unrelated call around 2:20 a.m.
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Officers were on an unrelated call around 2:20 a.m.
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February 6, 2026 at 1:56 AM
Kent Police arrested a 40-year-old Kent man early Tuesday morning, Feb. 3 after officers used license plate recognition technology and coordinated patrol tactics to locate a stolen vehicle and take the driver into custody.
Officers were on an unrelated call around 2:20 a.m.
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Officers were on an unrelated call around 2:20 a.m.
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Kent Police are investigating another fatal train collision that killed a 67-year-old Kent man on Wednesday morning, Feb. 4 near East James Street.
The King County Medical Examiners Office identified the victim as Brian Thomas Hawkins, 67, of Kent.
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The King County Medical Examiners Office identified the victim as Brian Thomas Hawkins, 67, of Kent.
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February 6, 2026 at 12:42 AM
Kent Police are investigating another fatal train collision that killed a 67-year-old Kent man on Wednesday morning, Feb. 4 near East James Street.
The King County Medical Examiners Office identified the victim as Brian Thomas Hawkins, 67, of Kent.
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The King County Medical Examiners Office identified the victim as Brian Thomas Hawkins, 67, of Kent.
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EDITOR’S NOTE: Welcome to “Thunderbirds Thursday,” South King Media’s weekly column celebrating the Seattle Thunderbirds hockey team and their impact on the local sports scene.
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February 5, 2026 at 10:38 PM
EDITOR’S NOTE: Welcome to “Thunderbirds Thursday,” South King Media’s weekly column celebrating the Seattle Thunderbirds hockey team and their impact on the local sports scene.
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From environmental revitalization to the evolving landscape of public art and social policy, the Kent City Council’s Feb. 3 session tackled a broad spectrum of local and regional challenges.
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February 5, 2026 at 4:45 PM
From environmental revitalization to the evolving landscape of public art and social policy, the Kent City Council’s Feb. 3 session tackled a broad spectrum of local and regional challenges.
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Former South King Media intern Bryan Shickley is bringing new life to the voice of late comedy legend Phil Hartman through an animated short film built entirely around rarely heard archival recordings of the “Saturday Night Live” star.
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February 5, 2026 at 1:52 AM
Former South King Media intern Bryan Shickley is bringing new life to the voice of late comedy legend Phil Hartman through an animated short film built entirely around rarely heard archival recordings of the “Saturday Night Live” star.
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Want to get out and do something interesting? There’s something for everyone in our South King County Fine Arts Roundup column by Amy Robinson.
MUSIC AND DANCE
“Notas De Amor (Love Notes)”Northwest Symphony OrchestraHighline (High School) Theater, BurienSaturday, Feb.
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MUSIC AND DANCE
“Notas De Amor (Love Notes)”Northwest Symphony OrchestraHighline (High School) Theater, BurienSaturday, Feb.
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February 4, 2026 at 11:24 PM
Want to get out and do something interesting? There’s something for everyone in our South King County Fine Arts Roundup column by Amy Robinson.
MUSIC AND DANCE
“Notas De Amor (Love Notes)”Northwest Symphony OrchestraHighline (High School) Theater, BurienSaturday, Feb.
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MUSIC AND DANCE
“Notas De Amor (Love Notes)”Northwest Symphony OrchestraHighline (High School) Theater, BurienSaturday, Feb.
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REMINDER: The Northwest Symphony Orchestra will open its 2026 season with a Valentine-themed concert featuring Latin American music starting at 7:30 p.m. this Saturday, Feb. 7, at the Highline Performing Arts Center in Burien.
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February 4, 2026 at 9:24 PM
REMINDER: The Northwest Symphony Orchestra will open its 2026 season with a Valentine-themed concert featuring Latin American music starting at 7:30 p.m. this Saturday, Feb. 7, at the Highline Performing Arts Center in Burien.
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Meet (and adopt) Freyja, RASKC’s Pet of the Week:
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Freyja is a 5-1/2-year-old female pittie looking for her forever home! She was brought in by her owner because they could no longer care for her.
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Freyja is a 5-1/2-year-old female pittie looking for her forever home! She was brought in by her owner because they could no longer care for her.
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February 4, 2026 at 8:30 PM
Meet (and adopt) Freyja, RASKC’s Pet of the Week:
https://youtube.com/shorts/TsISIF1-Mqg?feature=share
Freyja is a 5-1/2-year-old female pittie looking for her forever home! She was brought in by her owner because they could no longer care for her.
ilovekent.net/meet-and-ado...
https://youtube.com/shorts/TsISIF1-Mqg?feature=share
Freyja is a 5-1/2-year-old female pittie looking for her forever home! She was brought in by her owner because they could no longer care for her.
ilovekent.net/meet-and-ado...
High Visibility Enforcement patrols are out on the roads in King County, monitoring for motorists who are speeding, driving while distracted, or driving under the influence through this Super Bowl Weekend (Feb.
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February 4, 2026 at 7:52 PM
High Visibility Enforcement patrols are out on the roads in King County, monitoring for motorists who are speeding, driving while distracted, or driving under the influence through this Super Bowl Weekend (Feb.
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Police in Auburn are still seeking the public’s help in locating Teodulo Figueroa Galvan, an 82-year-old man with dementia who was reported missing last month.
As we previously reported, Figueroa Galvan was last seen near 700 10th Street NE in Auburn on Jan. 22, 2026.
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As we previously reported, Figueroa Galvan was last seen near 700 10th Street NE in Auburn on Jan. 22, 2026.
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February 4, 2026 at 1:56 AM
Police in Auburn are still seeking the public’s help in locating Teodulo Figueroa Galvan, an 82-year-old man with dementia who was reported missing last month.
As we previously reported, Figueroa Galvan was last seen near 700 10th Street NE in Auburn on Jan. 22, 2026.
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As we previously reported, Figueroa Galvan was last seen near 700 10th Street NE in Auburn on Jan. 22, 2026.
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