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Robbery at Saar’s | Auburn Police blotter

From the Auburn police log.

Jeffrey Nelson in court. Photo by Joshua Solorzano/Sound Publishing

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Nelson will not be charged in 2017 death of Isaiah Obet

In 2020, the city settled the case with Isaiah Obet’s estate for $1.25 million.

The most recent Washington State Department of Corrections mugshot of Gary Ridgway, otherwise known as the Green River Killer, with no glasses. Courtesy photo

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Why the Green River Killer was in King County Jail in Sept.

According to documents, he was going to guide investigators to more unfound remains of his victims.

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Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife staff clean up Caspian tern carcasses during the bird flu outbreak on Rat Island in Jefferson County, 2023.

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How to navigate the bird flu in Washington state

“This looks like it might be the new normal,” said Chris Anderson, Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife.

A multifamily housing development. COURTESY PHOTO, King County

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Auburn contributes to fund for low-income housing

It is well established that South King County has a critical shortage of affordable housing.

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Juvenile murder suspect arrest | Auburn blotter

From the Auburn police log.

Allegedly, Scott Rhodes and the BECU that the excavator destroyed. Courtesy photos.

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Auburn man alleged leader of ATM theft ring that netted $1M

He was reported to use a lot of crack cocaine and carry handguns.

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City seeks applicants for vacated council position

City seeks applicants for vacated council position 6

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Auburn Mayor Nancy Backus delivers the 2025 State of the City address.

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Auburn Mayor Backus delivers State of the City address

Speech covers public safety, infrastructure, growth and homelessness.

Alyaa Shamkhi volunteers at multiple organizations in Kent where she lives, including the New Americans Alliance for Policy and Research and Mujer al Volante in Federal Way. She attended the event at the Capitol with her daughter Feb. 27 in Olympia. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

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Local refugees rally for more support in Olympia

The demonstration was organized by the New Americans Alliance for Policy and Research (NAAPR).

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Homeowner illegally burns trash | Fire blotter

From the Valley Regional Fire Authority.

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Juvenile-involved shooting | Auburn police blotter

From the Auburn police log.

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Measles detected in King County infant

The patient visited multiple locations around the county between Feb. 20 and Feb. 25, including Bellevue Square, Bothell,…

Vershawn Hairston’s mugshot and a screenshot of the man in the videos depicting the alleged thefts. Courtesy photos

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Trio accused of stealing $143K in cosmetics across King County

Suspects targeted Ulta Beauty stores.

Tenaia Guess wrestles for Auburn Mountainview. Ben Ray / The Reporter

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State tournament results: Gymnastics, wrestling and swim

Auburn’s Addie Reynolds takes second in beam; Auburn girls wresting places 12th.

Larry Brown, Auburn City Council Position 6. Courtesy photo.

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Councilman Larry Brown steps down from position

Auburn City Council has 90 days to fill the vacant seat.

Entrance to the gravel pit at 1875 Kersey Way in Auburn. File photo

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Gravel pit’s future includes major development

Its owner, Segale Properties LLC, has announced plans to close the mining operation in 2026 or 2027 and…

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Business vandalized | Auburn police blotter

From the Auburn police log.

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Lighter shaped like a gun | Auburn blotter

From the Auburn police log.

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Auburn Valley Humane Society employees address exodus

AVHS board did not deny any allegations related to facility’s director.