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Cigarette leads to arrest of murder suspects | KC Crime Dive

In this episode: A discarded cigarette found by detectives outside the Kent Valley Motel helped lead to the arrest of a Seattle man and woman for allegedly killing two people Jan. 31, 2023, inside a room at the motel.

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King County Sexual Assault Resource Center releases report case outcomes

Report reveals outcomes for 408 sexual assault victims in 2021 backlogged court cases.

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The Maleng Regional Justice Center in Kent. FILE PHOTO

Florida couple charged with kidnapping baby from Federal Way

Both plead not guilty March 7 in Kent courtroom

The Maleng Regional Justice Center in Kent. FILE PHOTO
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Double murder charges for white supremacists | KC Crime Dive podcast

In this episode: King County prosecutors have charged a Snohomish man with the Nov. 2023 murders of a man and woman near Renton — and charged a Tulalip man with assisting in hiding the bodies. Prosecutors also charged one suspect with animal cruelty in the first degree for the killing of the horse.

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Renton’s new minimum wage goes into effect July 1

City’s rate will be one of the highest in the nation.

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Legislature OKs initiatives on police pursuits, income tax, parental rights

Few restrictions on police pursuits; income tax prohibited; parental rights clarified

  • Mar 5, 2024
  • Wire Service
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Comic book collection is still a staple of Emerald City Comic Con. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

Fandoms converge at Emerald City Comic Con

Even with big names at this year’s con, locals brought the good vibes to the nerdy weekend.

Comic book collection is still a staple of Emerald City Comic Con. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.
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Unknown vandals hit Renton apartment complex

15 vehicles damaged in Feb. 28 incident at Bella Vista apartments

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Surveillance footage from April 2023 shows burglars using a truck to yank an ATM through the doors of the Puerto Vallarta restaurant in Twin Lakes in Federal Way. At the time of this incident, the restaurant had seen five break-ins in two months. (File photo)

Federal Way businesses sound off on crime and safety

Police and city leaders join discussion with local business representatives.

Surveillance footage from April 2023 shows burglars using a truck to yank an ATM through the doors of the Puerto Vallarta restaurant in Twin Lakes in Federal Way. At the time of this incident, the restaurant had seen five break-ins in two months. (File photo)
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Senators sponsor bill to get cash out of the cannabis industry

Dozens of cannabis dispensaries have been robbed in recent years while the laws force the shops to be cash-only.

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Two people shot, injured at Renton encampment

Investigators arrest a 31-year-old man in Feb. 27 shooting

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KC prosecutor’s office supports catalytic converter theft legislation

ESHB 2153 would make catalytic converters traceable and harder to sell illegally.

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Auburn Police arrest man in Valentine’s Day shooting

Boyfriend of woman shot faces murder charge

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King County elections drop box. (File photo)

Auburn School District levy is passing by thin margin

These were the results as of 3 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 21.

King County elections drop box. (File photo)
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Man, 68, fatally shot in Federal Way on Feb. 13

Killed in 32900 block of Hoyt Road

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White supremacists accused of double homicide, dumping bodies in Maple Valley

A horse and dog are also dead in this murder investigation.

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CCTV footage captured Shellonda Keychell Daniel stealing from Ulta’s Renton location on Dec. 14, 2022. (Court documents.)

Woman stealing spree from local Ulta stores leads to charges

The thefts ranged from individual store losses of $1,042 to $19,459, and the Attorney General’s Office has filed organized retail theft charges.

CCTV footage captured Shellonda Keychell Daniel stealing from Ulta’s Renton location on Dec. 14, 2022. (Court documents.)
Washington Early Support for Infants and Toddlers program advocacy group at the State Capitol for HB 1916. (Photo Courtesy of Kindering)

‘When services decline, it’s the kids who pay the price’

Legislative bill would recover funding for the Early Support for Infants and Toddlers program - and could save the state millions.

Washington Early Support for Infants and Toddlers program advocacy group at the State Capitol for HB 1916. (Photo Courtesy of Kindering)
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The end of traditional youth jail | KC Crime Dive podcast

In this episode, we look at how King County is moving toward ending traditional youth detention in favor of a new facility for minors or even group homes.

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Maddy Lindsay won the Miss Auburn crown last weekend. Photo courtesy City of Auburn.

Miss Auburn and Miss Auburn’s Teen 2024 winners crowned

There were 10 Miss Auburn and 11 Miss Auburn Teen contestants

Maddy Lindsay won the Miss Auburn crown last weekend. Photo courtesy City of Auburn.