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Forensic scientist Darlene Valencia tests a blood sample for tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the main psychoactive ingredient in cannabis, at the new Washington State Patrol toxicology lab in Federal Way. While scientists like Valencia are not yet working on real evidence at the Federal Way lab, they are testing their equipment to ensure its accuracy.

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Washington State Patrol to open toxicology lab in Federal Way

The State Patrol hopes the facility will be testing cases by the end of the year.

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Toddler falls from bleachers onto concrete | Fire blotter

Between July 31 and Aug. 6, the Valley Regional Fire Authority responded to 353 calls for service, among…

On July 4, 2017, Auburn Police Officer Timothy Nunn initiated a K9 track on Elmer Gomez-Evaristo after he fled from a hit-and-run that resulted in injuries to a woman. The K9 attacked Gomez-Evaristo after discovering him lying on his back, resulting in his hospitalization. (Photos courtesy of Auburn Police Department)

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Closer look at Auburn PD’s frequent use of K9 dogs

City has one of the nation’s highest per-capita rates of dogs biting suspects, according to research.

Enosa Strickland Jr. with his parents Kathleen Keliikoa-Strickland and Enosa Strickland Sr. (Courtesy photo)

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Auburn reaches $5.9M settlement with family of man killed by police

Enosa Strickland Jr. died in 2019 after being shot by Officer Kenneth Lyman.

The City of Auburn on Monday voted to accept FAA grant funding for the upgrading of existing hangars at the Auburn Municipal Airport to enclosed T-hangars to address an outsized waiting time for the structures. File photo.

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Federal grant will help upgrade hangars at Auburn airport

Construction starts next month.

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An artist’s image of the first floor of the Postmark Center for the Arts, which will open at 20 Auburn Avenue after a 3-year-long renovation.

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Auburn’s new arts and culture center opens in Sept.

City officials say the new Postmark Center for the Arts will drive economic activities in Auburn’s downtown core.

Rick Kain, the Auburn School District’s “print guy,” retires Aug. 31, after 42 years on the job. (Courtesy photo, ASD)

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Longtime ‘print guy’ retires from Auburn School District after 42 years

“I approached the job like it was my own business,” said Rick Kain, who makes it official Aug.…

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2 gas stations robbed | Auburn Police Blotter

Selections from the Auburn police log also include woman who had an AR-15 confiscated.

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For people thinking about suicide, call 988, the official National Suicide Prevention Hotline phone number.

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988 Suicide Crisis Lifeline celebrates one-year anniversary

From July 2022 to June 2023, the crisis centers answered 65,029 calls, 11,808 texts, and 13,064 chats.

The Arcora Foundation’s SmileMobile is coming to Auburn. (Courtesy photo)

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SmileMobile dental clinic is coming to Auburn

Dental team will treat children, youth and adults in need.

Pictured: Auburn City Councilmember Yolanda Trout-Manuel, left, listens to Auburn Mayor Nancy Backus at the recent council meeting. (Screenshot from YouTube)

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Auburn City Council members learn it’s a no-no to talk to city employees

The discussion queued up a back-and-forth between Auburn Mayor Nancy Backus and Councilmember Kate Baldwin that settled who…

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Suspicious envelopes received by King County elections officials

Trace amounts of fentanyl found in letter received the day before primary elections.

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Auto theft turns into shots fired | Auburn police blotter

Sample from the Auburn police log.

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Man injured in electric bike crash | Fire blotter

Between July 24 and July 30, the Valley Regional Fire Authority responded to 324 calls for service, among…

These photos show bruises on Rainier Middle School players. (Courtesy of Auburn Police Department)

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Auburn baseball coach’s pitching drill leads to investigation

A parent contacted police and reported the coach for abuse of his child, a member of the Rainier…

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Auburn City Council 2023 primary results

Clinton Taylor and Hanan Amer lead their respective races.

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King County voters decide on Veterans, Seniors and Human Services Levy

If passed, Proposition 1 would authorize an additional six-year property tax levy.

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Auburn man dies nearly three weeks after freeway crash

A 59-year-old Auburn man died on July 31 as a result of a fatal single-vehicle collision in Tukwila…

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See Ya Later Foundation hires Brian Williams

Williams served as the president of the Auburn Police Officers Association from 2000-2006.

Auburn Police Department Officer Jeffrey Nelson. File photo

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Nelson trial: Two sides clash over admission of evidence

Auburn police officer’s defense team accidentally submits folders containing “confidential and privileged information.”