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Kent man sentenced to 3 years in prison for illegally purchasing and trafficking more than 130 firearms

54 guns recovered as “crime guns,” including one tied to drive-by shootings and a homicide

A Kent man was sentenced on Friday, Dec. 6, 2024 in U.S. District Court in Seattle to three years in prison for his purchase of more than 130 firearms in a “straw purchaser” scheme, announced U.S. Attorney Tessa M. Gorman. Dion Jamar Cooper, 33, of Kent was arrested in April 2023, following an investigation by…

December 7, 2024December 7, 2024

Dr. Gene Mueller retires after 12 years at Regional Animal Services of King County

December 6, 2024December 6, 2024

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REMINDER: Tukwila Culture & Fashion Show is this Sunday, Dec. 8

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South Sound Chambers to present legislative priorities at annual breakfast on Tuesday, Dec. 17

December 4, 2024December 4, 2024

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Learn more about ‘Forever Chemicals’ through second comic series by Public Health – Seattle & King County

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Meet (and adopt) Bauble, RASKC’s Pet of the Week

December 4, 2024December 4, 2024

Have a holiday coffee with Kent Police Chief Padilla on Wednesday morning, Dec. 11

December 4, 2024December 4, 2024

Kent’s Winterfest includes a month of Holiday Happenings, including Tree Lighting this Saturday, Dec. 7

December 3, 2024December 3, 2024

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Community focused entertainment and shopping are just minutes away in Burien

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PIT maneuver, foot chase lead to stolen vehicle recovery by Kent Police

December 2, 2024December 2, 2024

Kent Chamber of Commerce hosting ‘Nonprofit Impact Luncheon’ this Thursday, Dec. 5 at Green River College’s Kent campus

December 2, 2024December 2, 2024

62-year-old Seattle man killed in Kent pedestrian accident Saturday morning

December 1, 2024December 1, 2024

Meet (and adopt) Lydia, RASKC’s Pet of the Week

November 29, 2024November 29, 2024

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Kent Police apologize for accidental social media post, temporarily disable X account

November 28, 2024November 28, 2024

A message of gratitude on Thanksgiving Day from ILoveKent.net

November 28, 2024November 28, 2024

Kent Police Officers intervene to protect vulnerable children after community reports

November 27, 2024November 27, 2024

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‘It’s a Wonderful Burien’ supports Shop Small Weekend and more!

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Washington State Food Center has tips on how to waste less food this holiday season

November 27, 2024November 27, 2024

Crime

Impaired drivers crash into 4 Washington State Patrol vehicles in King County in 4 hours

November 24, 2024November 24, 2024

21-year-old SeaTac man fatally shot on Kent’s West Hill early Thursday morning

November 21, 2024November 21, 2024

Police issue warning about woman who allegedly scams businesses

November 15, 2024November 15, 2024

SCAM ALERT: Kent Police warn local businesses of refund scam targeting payment devices

November 14, 2024November 14, 2024

Kent Police help capture prolific graffiti vandal wanted by Seattle PD

November 13, 2024November 13, 2024

Kent Police arrest domestic violence suspect in chaotic scene

November 12, 2024November 12, 2024

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Politics

Kent School District thanks community for approving Capital and Technology Replacement Levy

November 26, 2024November 26, 2024

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Water you doing to prepare for a flood?

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Kent City Council proclaims Small Business Saturday, honors Ukrainian, Native Heritage & more at Tuesday’s meeting

November 20, 2024November 20, 2024

Kent Chamber of Commerce launches National Civics Bee® for Middle School Students

November 20, 2024November 20, 2024

Carmen Goers concedes congressional race, urges Kim Schrier to address key issues

November 8, 2024November 8, 2024

Kent City Council approves biennial budget, tax increase, and zoning changes at Tuesday meeting

November 6, 2024November 6, 2024

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: ‘An open letter to our King County neighbors’

November 5, 2022November 6, 2022

LETTER: Amazon employee concerned about lack of distancing at Kent Fulfillment Center

March 30, 2020

LETTER: Arts Commission shares concerns about Kent School cuts

May 22, 2019

LATEST COMMENTS:

1. I am so happy to hear this news. And so proud of the King County Sheriff’s Dept. I worry about…

2. Thank you!

3. In a about 74 I bought a boat at the boat show but not from Gonnason’s. It never worked right…

4. Thank you to the OCDETF! Huge props for a great job and doing all you can to keep us safe!…

5. Sounds more like a superior job by our officers.

6. Thank God for these arrests and for the great police work.

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Celebrate Fashion, Culture, and Community at Tukwila’s Culture & Fashion Show on Sunday, Dec. 8

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Kent Police corral 2 ‘baaa-aaad’ goats caught ‘chasing trouble’

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Kent School District resumes normal operations Monday following storm-related closures

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Washington Poison Center issues warnings on food and carbon monoxide poisoning amid power outages

November 21, 2024November 21, 2024

Kent School District will keep schools closed Friday due to windstorm damage

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Kent School District schools to remain closed Thursday due to storm damage

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Meet (and adopt) Anita, RASKC’s Pet of the Week

November 20, 2024November 20, 2024

2,750 pounds of food & $12,411 donated for Torklift’s 12th annual Kent Turkey Challenge

November 20, 2024November 20, 2024

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Learn about ‘Forever Chemicals’ through new comic series by Public Health – Seattle & King County

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