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WSDOT interstate closures set for Aug. 18-21

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) has a pair of closures occurring this weekend and beyond on portions…

Firefighters from four agencies extinguished a brush fire Wednesday evening, Aug. 16 in the 3300 block of South 260th Street on the West Hill in Kent. COURTESY PHOTO, Puget Sound Fire

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Firefighters extinguish brush fire on West Hill in Kent

Fire broke out Tuesday evening, Aug. 16; four fire departments responded

The Phoenix Court Apartments in Kent at 23913 111th Pl. SE. COURTESY PHOTO, Phoenix Court Apartments

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City of Kent files public nuisance suit against Phoenix Court Apartments

Seeks injunction in efforts to improve safety at crime-ridden complex

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Lee and White secure top two spots in school board primary

King County Elections certified the Aug. 1 primary at midnight on Aug. 15.

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Having a ball while cooling off

City offers tips on staying safe during heatwaves.

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King County issues Stage 2 burn ban in light of high temps | Local Services

All outdoor fires (fire bits and campfires) are prohibited; barbecues and grills are still allowed to be used.

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MI community center is the spot to beat the heat this week

With blistering heat on tap this week, residents can cool down within the air-conditioned confines of the Mercer…

Families splash and play in the water at at Federal Way’s Town Square Park to cool off from a previous heatwave in the region. (File photo)

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Hottest temps of the year hit WA this week

Call 2-1-1 to find free, local cooling centers in your area

King County Crime Dive podcast.

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Man with brain injury harasses neighbors with few consequences | King County Crime Dive podcast

In this episode, Jonathan Arnold has allegedly harassed and sexually assaulted women in his Enumclaw neighborhood for more…

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Riot Games stands in the permitting stages of building process on Mercer Island

‘Our team is working hard to wrap up the project,’ says company workplace director.

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Community members are encouraged to comment on Town Center Parking Study

City has posted preliminary draft for public viewing.

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Caller impersonates Xfinity employee in gift-purchasing scam | Mercer Island police blotter

Selected reports Aug. 1-11.

Current home for cricket in Marymoor Park, with the green cricket pitch in the center, is labeled “Marymoor Cricket Community Park Stadium” and is located near the soccer fields. (Courtesy of Google Maps).

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Microsoft CEO announces cricket stadium coming to Seattle area

Seattle Orcas co-owner discussed plans during Major League Cricket championship match.