State bill would prohibit local bans on encampments in Washington

Would keep cities and counties from criminalizing camping on public property.

By Jake Goldstein-Street Washington State Standard • February 6, 2026 12:53 pm
Extra DUI patrols set for Super Bowl weekend in King...

More police to be out Feb. 6-8

By Steve Hunter • February 3, 2026 2:57 pm
King County executive signs order to better protect immigrants

Girmay Zahilay’s first executive order goes into effect immediately.

By Grace Gorenflo • February 12, 2026 4:40 pm
Championship state of mind: Seahawks take to the streets in...

According to city officials, up to 1 million fans flooded downtown Seattle.

By Benjamin Ray • February 12, 2026 11:25 am
Measles in Washington state: What you need to know

At least 23 cases reported so far in 2026.

By Reporter Staff • February 11, 2026 4:22 pm
Quadruple shooting in Auburn

Incident occurred in the 900 block of 26th Street Northeast.

By Joshua Solorzano • February 10, 2026 10:52 am

Auburn police will assist Renton during World Cup

As most people know by now, soccer fan enthusiasm for their teams has been known to boil over during soccer…

By Robert Whale rwhale@soundpublishing.com • February 9, 2026 4:30 pm
Annual spring refill coming to Lake Tapps

Cascade Water Alliance announced that it will begin its annual spring refill of the Lake Tapps Reservoir on Sunday, Feb….

By Reporter Staff • February 6, 2026 1:30 am
Auburn choir students set their sights on Disneyland trip

“Let’s try it again,” said Ryan Hutchison, aka, “Mr. Hutch,” queuing up for the umpteenth time Tuesday morning a recording…

By Robert Whale • January 23, 2026 7:00 am
Pacific Ballroom Dance appoints new executive director

Auburn-based Pacific Ballroom Dance has appointed Tigran Arakelyan as its new executive director.

By Reporter Staff • December 26, 2025 11:30 am
With donation drop off locations all across King County it’s easy to support your neighbors this holiday season. For those unable to visit a drop box, financial contributions provide steady support for counseling, recovery, housing and community education programs. Sponsored
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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
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Don’t miss Valley Cities National Night Out event in Auburn on Tuesday, Aug. 5. Photo courtesy of Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care. Sponsored
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Across their six vibrant senior living communities in the Puget Sound region, the GenCare team is flipping the script on aging. Courtesy GenCare Sponsored
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