The rabid bat was found at this location at Gene Coulon Park on Tuesday. Photo provided by Public Health – Seattle & King County

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Rabid bat found in Gene Coulon Park in Renton

A rabid animal was found at Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park on Tuesday.

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“Arbitrary and capricious”: Developer sues Black Diamond over delayed project review

Diamond Square submitted a permit application six years ago, but claims the city’s irrational demands favored Oakpointe.

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Man accused of child assault at pump track won’t face charges

Here’s why even after a “thorough investigation” Pierce County can’t prove the assault occurred beyond a reasonable doubt.

Quarterbacks Jalen Milroe, Drew Lock and Sam Darnold warm up for the Seahawks during training camp July 28 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Complex in Renton. Photo provided by Maria Dorsten

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Three takeaways from Seahawks training camp in Renton

Jalen Milroe shined as well as the Seahawks secondary.

King County Executive Girmay Zahilay announced the Breaking the Cycle Executive Order in March. Photo provided by King County

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KC Council: Zahilay forms committee for housing, unhoused crisis funding

The King County Executive Girmay Zahilay has formed a steering committee of local leaders to explore funding options…

The culvert that carries Ginder Creek beneath SR 169 near Black Diamond-Ravensdale Road creates a barrier for fish trying to swim upstream. Photo courtesy WSDOT

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SR 169 near Black Diamond to close for months for culvert repairs

Drivers will need to use detours this August and expect for a 60-day closure in 2027.

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Victim in fatal hit and run identified

27-year old Christopher Banchero was killed near the Jones Lake Road and 3rd Avenue on July 25.

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Suspect in fatal hit and run turns himself in to police

A person was killed on July 25 when a car hit them near the 3rd Ave. and Jones…

As an independent candidate for the Legislative District 5 Pos. 1 seat, Enumclaw resident Topher Leritz leans into the “not a politician” look, although he’s very familiar with how insider politics works as a campaign strategist private investigator. He’s also very outdoorsy, and spends a lot of his time cleaning and clearing local forest trails. Photo courtesy Topher Leritz

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Who is the independent LD5 candidate from Enumclaw?

Topher Lertiz wants to address his district’s issues through a non-partisan lens at the state level.

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Mariners first half takeaways and second half expectations

The All-Star break symbolizes the halfway point in the season, how can the Mariners get going?

Cathy Dahlquist, co-founder of Save Our Children - Enumclaw and host of the night’s meeting, gestured to places set for the King County Sheriff’s Department, the Pierce County Prosecutor, and the Department of Corrections; all were invited to come meet the community in-person, but only KCSO responded, but conducted a virtual meeting instead. Photo by Ray Miller-Still

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‘There’s really nothing that can be done’: Enumclaw reacts to KCSO meeting about local sexually violent predator

Robert Lough’s unconditional release and move to Enumclaw has infuriated the community, but local law enforcement said there’s…

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WSDOT wants public input for SR 164 improvements

This is your chance to tell the state how they can make improvements to a risky corridor.

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Cause of death ruled in officer-involved SeaTac shooting

The death of a man in the officer-involved shooting in SeaTac has been ruled a suicide by the…