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Auburn man, 34, found dead with stab wound

Auburn police have limited information in the early investigation into the stabbing death of a 34-year-old man in…

The corner outside the Day Center, 33505 13th Pl. S., as seen in 2023, where a woman had lived in a shelter made from umbrellas. Mirror file photo

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Homelessness in South King County: Tale of two cities

Auburn sets one example that Federal Way could follow when addressing the local homelessness crisis.

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Drive-by on I Street | Auburn police blotter

From the Auburn police log.

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Boy severely injured in bike accident | Fire blotter

From the Valley Regional Fire Authority.

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Kent man sentenced in 2022 scissor-stabbing murder of wife

‘I know what I did was wrong,’ Pham said in an interview.

Homelessness Outreach Program Coordinator Kent Hay delivering mail to a resident of a homeless camp in Auburn. Sound Publishing file photo

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Council considers amending Auburn’s camping laws

The city asserts it can “better protect its parks and facilities” and “promote equitable access for all citizens.”

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A seaplane sits upside down after crashing Saturday, Aug. 24 in Lake Meridian.

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Pilot remains in critical condition after crash into Lake Meridian | Photos

Five people helped rescue man; NTSB investigating Cessna seaplane crash while landing

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Rainy forecast postpones State Route 167 repaving project

Project not yet rescheduled.

The Auburn Avenue Theater sits vacant and boarded up on Jan. 3, 2022, after being condemned due to safety concerns stemming from the demolition of the Max House Apartments complex next door. File photo

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Auburn Avenue Theater demolition process begins

From the Sept. 3 start date, the demolition will continue for about 40 days.

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Hit and run near Muckleshoot Plaza | Auburn police blotter

From the Auburn police log.

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License plate recognition cameras installed across Auburn

The Auburn Police Department announced the installation of 20 license plate recognition cameras throughout Auburn.

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Auburn police blotter

Series of incidents: Auburn police arrested two individuals in the 3600 block of D Street Southeast on the…

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Schrier, Goers to clash for 8th Congressional District seat

Showdown between Democratic incumbent Kim Schrier and Auburn Republican Carmen Goers

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Auburn police laud impact of fireworks policies

Much of the success appears to stem from continuing the policies laid down years ago.

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Teen pleads not guilty to high-speed crash that killed Auburn driver

Reportedly driving 103 mph in stolen vehicle during collision after police pursuit

Primary candidates in the 2024 Washington state governor’s race. From left to right, Semi Bird (R), Bob Ferguson (D), Mark Mullet (D) and Dave Reichert (R). Photos courtesy of campaigns

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Ferguson and Reichert move toward Nov. showdown in governor’s race

Both dusted off intraparty challenges to their political right.

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KC Sheriff’s Office needs to modify use-of-force notifications, report says

Office of Law Enforcement Oversight’s report includes seven recommendations.

Prosecuting attorney Patty Eakes, right, attends closing arguments of Auburn Police Officer Jeffrey Nelson’s trial at Maleng Regional Justice Center in Kent on June 20, 2024. (Ken Lambert / The Seattle Times / Pool)

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Prosecutors respond to trial dispute with Auburn officer’s defense team

“Even setting aside the overwhelming evidence of Nelson’s guilt, a careful examination of the record shows that Nelson’s…

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Free vaccines available for all kids in South King County

Go-Vax Kids, in collaboration with others, is hosting free vaccine events.

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Auburn hires new city attorney Jason Whalen

He starts Aug. 16.