Local News
Lawmakers urged to curb demand for stolen catalytic converters
Potential changes to Senate Bill 5495 could include recordkeeping, inspections and penalties for recyclers.
Steve Hunter
Northwest
Kent mayor wants resignation of assistant police chief over Nazi symbol
After an initial investigation, the officer was given a two-week suspension without pay.
Northwest
Kent Police assistant chief suspended for displaying Nazi insignia
Derek Kammerzell claimed he meant it as a joke because his co-workers called him “The German General.”
Northwest
King County to restart inquests into killings by police
The cases include shootings by Kent, Auburn, Federal Way and Kirkland officers.
Business
Boeing says it will sell about 50 acres at Kent site
Five buildings will come down as the company consolidates while keeping its presence in the town.
Northwest
Kent man accused of threatening Trump, synagogues, reporters
Agents found an arsenal of weapons and armor at his home on Wednesday.
Northwest
U.S. Marine from Kent killed in small Georgia town
A suspect was arrested about 30 miles from the scene of the killing.
Northwest
Kent police arrest suspect in carjacking, killing
The victim had tried to prevent the suspect from stealing his truck, officers said.
Northwest
Violent pimp in Seattle convicted of human trafficking
Aubrey Taylor controlled his victims with violence, threats and heroin.
Northwest
Lumber crashes through vehicle’s windshield in Kent
The driver suffered only scratches from the unsecured load along Highway 167.
Northwest
City of Kent employee faces vehicular homicide charge
Witnesses reportedly saw him drinking prior to the collision. A 73-year-old man was killed.
Northwest
Man sues Kent police for alleged brutality, excessive force
Four officers and a K-9 unit took the Seattle man into custody.
Northwest
City of Kent insurance rates go up after officer’s death
“The tragedy had an effect on our comp program,” the city’s human resources risk manager said.
Northwest
Mukilteo woman in intensive care after Highway 167 crash
It was six hours before a passing driver saw the car and got help.
Business
Boeing considers moving 1,400 jobs to Kent
The relocation would reverse Boeing’s trend over the last several years to move workers out of Kent.