News <p>A light rail vehicle parked Aug. 18 on the alignment during the construction of the Star Lake Station in Kent. COURTESY PHOTO, Sound Transit</p>

Light rail passenger service to Kent, Federal Way starts Dec....

Features two new light rail stations in Kent, one in Federal Way along 7.8-mile extension

By Steve Hunter • August 28, 2025 12:10 pm


WA ‘will not be bullied or intimidated,’ Ferguson tells Bondi

Governor responds to a letter from U.S. attorney general warning the state over its ‘sanctuary’ immigration policies.

By Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard • August 20, 2025 3:01 pm
King County felony juvenile diversion program is paused

This decision came after it was revealed that 53.2% of participating juveniles with low-level felonies reoffend within two years.

By Joshua Solorzano • August 15, 2025 11:00 am
Nonprofit helps local Vietnamese community thrive

Helping Link offers free support services and programs to the Vietnamese population in the area.

By Drew Dotson • August 14, 2025 2:35 pm
Seattle Seahawks chemistry looks to provide additional edge in 2025

Seattle’s newest signing Alphonzo Tuputala practiced with the team.

By Benjamin Ray • August 13, 2025 9:53 am
Free Discover Passes for state parks available at your local...

The Check Out Washington program allows KCLS patrons to get a pass and an adventure pack that includes binoculars, and guidebooks.

August 12, 2025 11:05 am
Ichiro’s 51 retired in Seattle

One of the most iconic players in Seattle pro sports is now etched into Mariners history.

By Benjamin Ray • August 11, 2025 3:35 pm

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New Washington state laws that took effect July 27

Housing, policing and diaper changes are among the areas that the legislation covers.

By Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard • July 29, 2025 10:55 am
Immigration arrests surged last month in Washington

Newly revealed arrest records offer the clearest look yet at how Trump’s immigration crackdown is unfolding

By Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard • July 23, 2025 11:50 am