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A small plane crashed Jan. 7 into a storage unit roof in Kent after takeoff from the Auburn Municipal Airport. COURTESY PHOTO, Puget Sound Fire

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Plane that crashed after Auburn takeoff could only make right turns

NTSB releases preliminary investigation report of Jan. 7 crash that injured two men

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Powerball winner bought ticket at Auburn Fred Meyer

Some lucky person in Washington state bought the winning $754.6 million Powerball jackpot in Auburn at the Fred…

The DESC Crisis Solutions Center, 1600 South Lane St., is the region’s only voluntary crisis facility resource. Courtesy photo

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King County voters to decide on $1.25 billion mental health levy

The proposal includes a robust investment in the region’s mental health care infrastructure.

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The latest Auburn police blotter

Between Jan. 16 and Jan. 28, the Auburn Police Department responded to the following calls for service, among…

Auburn Police Department vehicle. Courtesy photo

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Woman, 20, shot near Auburn church on Jan. 25, is recovering at Harborview

A 20-year-old woman who was shot near an Auburn church on Jan. 25 has been upgraded from critical…

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Eye care product linked to antibiotic-resistant infections

Washington State Department of Health and CDC encourage residents to stop using EzriCare Artificial Tears.

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Bridges neighborhood.

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Auburn gets a step closer to annexing Bridges neighborhood

Land cannot be developed, but a new owner must maintain the property

AR-15 rifle and a loaded magazine that were recovered from a suspect in a 2018 shooting incident at the Kent Station parking garage. File photo courtesy of King County Sheriff’s Office

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Democrats advance assault weapons ban, new rules for gun buyers

The measures passed a House committee without Republican support. They are part of a broader agenda to curb…

Sen. Phil Fortunato, R-31, Rep. Drew Stokesbary, R-31, and Rep. Eric Robertson, R-31.

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Here’s what 31st District legislators are pursuing this year in Olympia

Police chases, tax credits, graffiti, and emergency powers — check out what’s on the table this session.

Auburn Police Department vehicle. Courtesy photo

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Suspect in attempted Auburn barista kidnapping pleads not guilty at arraignment

The suspect the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office claims tried to kidnap a barista from a north Auburn…

Newly sworn-in King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion. (File Photo)

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King County’s new prosecuting attorney announces task force units

Leesa Manion said the units are focused on public safety and “King County’s greatest areas of concern”

Pacific City Park. Image courtesy of Google Maps

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Pacific City Park sampling work begins soon

King County will collect groundwater, soil, and vapor samples near a former dumpsite under Pacific City Park in…

Cheryl Rakes

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Council taps Cheryl Rakes, executive director of the Downtown Auburn Cooperative, to be new council member

The Auburn City Council on Monday evening selected Cheryl Rakes, executive director of the Downtown Auburn Cooperative, to…

Over the weekend, a thief or thieves stole the bronze sculpture of a girl, Joie de Vivre, crafted by Seattle artist David Varnau that had graced the front of the Auburn Community Center since 2017. Courtesy photo.

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Thieves steal bronze statue, Joie de Vivre, from in front of the Auburn Community and Events Center

Over the weekend, a thief or thieves stole the bronze sculpture of a girl that had welcomed visitors…

Screenshot from a video posted by the Auburn Police Department shows the suspect in the attempted kidnapping of an Auburn barista.

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Prosecutor charges 38-year-old Auburn man with the attempted kidnapping of a barista early on Jan. 16

The King County Prosecuting Attorneys’ Office on Thursday afternoon formally charged an Auburn man with second-degree attempted kidnapping…

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Auburn Avenue Theater burglary | Police blotter

Auburn Police responded to the following calls for service, among many others, between Jan. 10 and Jan. 13:

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Council to select replacement for 47th Legislative District Rep. Chris Stearns at its meeting on Monday, Jan. 26

The Auburn City Council will select a new councilmember at its regular meeting at 7 p.m., Monday, Jan.…

Auburn Mayor Nancy Backus has announced her candidacy and enthusiasm for a third term. Courtesy photo, Committee to Elect Nancy Backus.

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Residents express concern about Auburn mayor’s paid time off

Seven Auburn residents have asked the Auburn City Council to change policies that determine the Auburn mayor’s salary…

Auburn Police Department vehicle. Courtesy photo

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Alleged would-be barista snatcher makes first court appearance

The man Auburn Police arrested Tuesday afternoon for allegedly trying to yank a barista through the drive-thru window…

A suspected drunk driver allegedly collided with several vehicles Saturday afternoon on U.S. 2 near Chain Lake Road in Monroe. (Monroe Police Department)

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Effort begins to lower the legal limit for driving drunk

Washington could join Utah with toughest standard in the nation. Change concerns wine and hospitality industries.