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King County Executive Girmay Zahilay, surrounded by community members, announces an executive order to protect immigrants at a press conference Feb. 12, 2026. Photo courtesy of King County Office of the Executive

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King County executive signs order to better protect immigrants

Girmay Zahilay’s first executive order goes into effect immediately.

Daniel Johnson eyes down the defense against Kentwood inside the Bob Jones Gymnasium. Ben Ray / The Reporter

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West Central District tournament previews

Local hoops previews for each opening round matchup as the quest to the Tacoma Dome begins.

Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald waves and holds the Lombardi Trophy during the parade. Photos by Ben Ray / Sound Publishing

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Championship state of mind: Seahawks take to the streets in Super Bowl parade | Photos

According to city officials, up to 1 million fans flooded downtown Seattle.

Photo by the CDC.

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Measles in Washington state: What you need to know

At least 23 cases reported so far in 2026.

The 900 block of 26th Street Northeast on Feb. 10. Photo by Joshua Solorzano/Auburn Reporter

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Quadruple shooting in Auburn

Incident occurred in the 900 block of 26th Street Northeast.

Lumen Field in Seattle is one of 16 stadiums in three countries – USA, Canada and Mexico – that will host matches during the 2026 men’s soccer World Cup. Photo by Liz Banse

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Auburn police will assist Renton during World Cup

As most people know by now, soccer fan enthusiasm for their teams has been known to boil over…

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As pennies disappear, WA seeks solution that makes sense

When the federal government stopped making pennies, it left it up to states to decide how retailers deal…

Isaiah Keitt walks to the bench after a successful third quarter for Auburn Riverside. Ben Ray / The Reporter

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Auburn Riverside boys basketball snaps 36-game losing streak

The Ravens were winless before defeating Yelm in the final game of the season.

Diing Diing runs up the floor for Auburn Riverside. Ben Ray / The Reporter

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From Kenyan refugee camp to Auburn Riverside basketball court: The story of Diing Diing

Raven senior Diing Diing now has the opportunity to play hoops in high school.

Donald “Slick” Watts played five seasons in Seattle in the 1970s. (Courtesy of Everett Herald)

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Governor talks potential return of SuperSonics with NBA commissioner

With the NBA considering a possible expansion, Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson met Feb. 5 with the league’s commissioner…

Auburn Police Department vehicle. Courtesy Photo

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Juvenile overdose | Auburn police blotter

From the Auburn police blotter.

A male and female leaving a Chevrolet Blazer to go to the plane in California. From court documents.

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Man charged in theft of plane from Auburn airport

The suspect was federally charged with operating an unregistered aircraft.

A scene from a sunny afternoon in Lake Tapps. File photo

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Annual spring refill coming to Lake Tapps

Cascade Water Alliance announced that it will begin its annual spring refill of the Lake Tapps Reservoir on…

The Auburn City Council this week approved the conceptual design for “The Gathering Tree,” and the benches leading to it for the first-ever park in downtown Auburn. Courtesy image

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Plans move forward for art project in downtown Auburn

On Feb. 2, the Auburn City Council authorized Mayor Nancy Backus to approve the conceptual design of The…

Teodulo Figueroa Galvan. Courtesy of Auburn Police Department.

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Auburn police searching for missing 82-year-old man

He was reported missing on Jan. 22.

Green River College President Suzanne M. Johnson. COURTESY PHOTO

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Green River College president steps down amid budget issues

Green River College President Suzanne Johnson stepped down from the position she has held for more than nine…

Image courtesy King County Sheriff's Office

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Super Bowl patrols underway as part of ‘Night of 1,000 Stars’ campaign

Emphasis patrols will be active in King County to encourage safe driving

Michael Rucker, pictured in a Chicago Cubs uniform. Photo via Marquee Sports Network.

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Mariners name Auburn Riverside grad Michael Rucker non-roster invitee

Pitcher did not play affiliated baseball in 2025, but has new chance with Seattle.

Patty Murray (center) met with King County Sexual Assault Resource Center (KCSARC) in Renton for a roundtable Jan. 20. Courtesy photo

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Senator secures $1.75 million for sexual assault survivors in King Co.

Money will help King County Sexual Assault Resource Center.

Auburn Police Department vehicle. Courtesy Photo

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Juvenile drug possession | Auburn police blotter

From the Auburn police log.