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King County looks for trash solutions as landfill fills up

Cedar Hills Regional Landfill, which is the only active landfill in King County, is set to close in…

A rendering of the SR18 diverging diamond interchange upon completion. Photo courtesy of Washington State Department of Transportation

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SR18 closure at I-90 rescheduled to start May 29

Both directions of traffic will be closed around the clock until June 4.

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Two adult males suffer overdoses | Fire blotter

From the Valley Regional Fire Authority.

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Juveniles arrested in weapons offense | Auburn police blotter

From the Auburn police log.

On May 17, Auburn hosted the annual Petpalooza at Game Farm Park. The free event included the popular Dog Trot 3K/5K Fun Run, live entertainment, a petting zoo, a doggie stunt show and a chance to encounter some exotic pets. Photo courtesy City of Auburn

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City’s family-friendly Petpalooza celebrates pups and more

Photos from 2025 event.

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Washingtonians will need state permit to buy guns under new law

The requirement will go beyond the state’s existing background checks.

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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City gets a grant for the future Downtown Auburn Theater

The city anticipates construction will begin in early 2026.

An image of the locations and the most direct route Gary Lay took to where he was found, according to the complaint. SCREENSHOT.

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Lawsuit alleges Auburn hospital neglected man with dementia

According to lawsuit, his absence was not reported and he was found nine miles away.

”Monarch City.” Photo courtesy of SIFF

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SIFF reviews: “Monarch City” and “BLKNWS: Terms Conditions”

51st Seattle International Film Festival includes films with a Northwest connection.

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Council votes for Auburn to stand up its own municipal court

By a 5-2 vote on May 5, the Auburn City Council gave Mayor Nancy Backus the authority to…

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ICE arrests 17 in raid at Kent beverage business

May 20 incident took place at Eagle Beverage. The individuals were removed in handcuffs and ankle restraints and…

Liberty’s Emi Connell approaches home plate with a smile. Ben Ray / The Reporter

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State tournament previews: Boys soccer and fastpitch

Local high schools prepare for the state tournament.

Howard Hanson Dam along the Green River. COURTESY FILE PHOTO, U.S. Army Corps

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Murray blasts Trump administration for cutting Hanson Dam funds

Congress had awarded $500 million for fish passage, water storage project; funds headed to red states

Demographics of crime victims in King County from the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office. Courtesy photo.

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King Co. 2024 crime stats show more women victims

County prosecutor supports more funding for crime victims.

Lions sophomore Esther Yu takes her tee shot on the third hole at the Auburn Golf Course. Ben Ray / The Reporter

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Esther Yu wins district golf title for Auburn Mountainview

Yu shot four under par in round one to push her to a district win.

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Man falls from third-story window | Fire blotter

From the Valley Regional Fire Authority.

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Inhaling toxic fumes | Auburn police blotter

From the Auburn police log.

A Waste Management hauler on the job. Photo courtesy City of Auburn

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Auburn’s garbage hauler talks trash at city council

In 2024, Waste Management collected from Auburn city streets 7,577 tons of garbage, 87 roadside litter bags, 80…

A group photo from Dec. 2024 of Sound Publishing’s King County news team that produces local newspapers including the Auburn Reporter. File photo

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The Auburn Reporter is offering readers a new premium service that will help strengthen our mission to provide…

Auburn Mayor Nancy Backus

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Candidates file for public office in Auburn

Eleven candidates are in the running for public office in Auburn, according to King County Elections. The candidates…