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Auburn’s population drops in 2023 compared to 2022

Decline similar to many cities of 50,000 or more across the nation, according to U.S. Census Bureau

Davyd Fedina and Benji Toscano celebrate after taking the lead in the second half over Bainbridge. Ben Ray / The Reporter

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Lions soccer makes first final four in school history

A late goal from Benji Toscano propelled team to the semifinals.

Brynna Erdmann warms up in the circle for Auburn Mountainview. Ben Ray / The Reporter

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Lions fastpitch punches ticket to state tournament

After collapsing against Riverside and River Ridge, the Lions battled to get to state.

Jeffrey Nelson at his trial May 16, 2024. (Photo by Ken Lambert / The Seattle Times / Pool)

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Murder trial begins for Auburn police officer

Jeffrey Nelson is the first officer in Washington to face a murder charge following the passage of Initiative…

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Baby has febrile seizure | Fire blotter

From the Valley Regional Fire Authority.

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DUI vehicular assault | Auburn police blotter

From the Auburn police log.

The speed safety camera system uses a 3 Dimensional (3D) tracking radar, high resolution digital camera and high definition video camera. The 3D radar identifies any vehicle traveling faster than the predetermined speed and triggers both the camera and video, which capture the event. Image courtesy of the City of Auburn.

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Photo enforcement returns to Auburn school zones

The city’s original red light photo enforcement program began in 2006.

Davyd Fedina and Benji Toscano celebrate the Lions’ third goal of the night. Ben Ray / The Reporter

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Auburn Mountainview soccer takes down top seed

Davyd Fedina’s hat trick boosts 17th-seeded Lions into quarterfinals.

A Sound Transit light-rail train heads into the tunnel toward the Capitol Hill Station from the University of Washington. Mike Siegel Seattle Times TNS | File Photo

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Auburn man charged with murder in Capitol Hill light rail stabbing

Seattle police arrested a 26-year-old Auburn man for the May 11 stabbing death of a 37-year-old man at…

A scene from Auburn’s 2023 Petpalooza at Game Farm Park. The event featured the Dog Trot, photos with “Green Dog,” a petting zoo, contests, kiddie rides, food, beer garden, vendors and more. File photo

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Upcoming events in Auburn

Petpalooza: The Auburn critter spectacular Petpalooza comes home to Game Farm Park from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.…

Men serving halal food on Eid Mubarak 2024. Photo By Joshua Solorzano/Sound Publishing

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Washington state passes Halal Food Consumer Protection Act

Local activist details how this bill came about and why it is important for the Muslim community.

Auburn Mayor Nancy Backus addresses students gathered to celebrate and cut the ribbon on Junior Achievement’s new Auburn City Hall storefront at JA Biztown on Perimeter Road in Auburn. Photo courtesy of Junior Achievement

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Junior Achievement’s BizTown welcomes ‘new’ City Hall

Facility is a partnership with the City of Auburn and other public entities.

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Head-on collision kills 31-year-old woman in Auburn

The fatal collision occurred in the area of I Street Northeast in north Auburn.

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Feds indict 9 South King County residents on drug trafficking charges

Those accused from Federal Way, Kent, Renton, Enumclaw

A screenshot of King County Councilmember Reagan Dunn speaking about a proposed amendment for the proposed $20 minimum wage ordinance. (Screenshot)

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King County approves $20.29 minimum wage for unincorporated areas

Councilmember Reagan Dunn and more than a dozen business owners argued tips and health care expenses should be…

Auburn’s annual Petpalooza returns May 18 at Game Farm Park. Photo courtesy of Auburn Petpalooza

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Mark your calendar for the annual Auburn Petpalooza

Event is May 18 at Game Farm Park.

Davyd Fedina chases down the ball at Federal Way Memorial Field against Stadium. Ben Ray / The Reporter

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Auburn Mountainview soccer denied chance at state, has one remaining

Lions fall 2-0 to Stadium and are forced to play Timberline in final game of districts.

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Firefighters treat man with stab wound | Fire blotter

From the Valley Regional Fire Authority.

Mayor Nancy Backus commemorates Auburn Police Chief Mark Caillier’s 30 years of service. Photo by Robert Whale/Auburn Reporter

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Police chief celebrates 30 years of service in Auburn

Caillier has been a police officer since 1991, three years before the Auburn Police Department hired him.

Photo of an assistant referee. Ben Ray / Sound Publishing

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Amateur refs and umpires deserve more respect | Bench Talk with Ben Ray

Imagine you show up to do a hobby that you enjoy, and other people show up and just…