Rides on Pierce Transit buses and SHUTTLE paratransit vehicles, as well as two of the agency’s on-demand Runner services will be fare-free Dec. 31, 2021. Pierce Transit is joining several other transit…
Important news stories are happening every day, in communities big and small. Whether it’s accountability journalism relating to a local election, or watchdog reporting on…
All United States and Washington State flags should be lowered to half-staff Wednesday, December 29, 2021 in honor and remembrance of Washington State Senator Doug…
When it comes to winter holidays, Christmas takes up a lot of air space. Celebrated around the world, Christmas is considered both a religious holiday,…
The holiday season is upon us, which means it’s the perfect time to dive into the history of iconic gifts—and for Americans to gear up…
For nearly 30 years the Valley Professional Firefighters IAFF Local 1352 has held the Toys for Kids event. This event helps ensure Auburn, Algona, and…
The holidays can be a tough time for young people who have aged out of the foster-care system. For young Washingtonians, housing is an especially…
When the COVID-19 pandemic made millions of Americans remote workers, it also abruptly ended the commutes that bookend the workday. As some of those workers…
The Auburn Public Schools Foundation (APSF) is celebrating ten years of serving Auburn School District students. Among the foundation’s achievements is ensuring students have access…
King County Councilmember Pete von Reichbauer on Tuesday awarded Gordan Banks with the Martin Luther King Medal of Distinguished Service, an award that recognizes individuals…
At approximately 7:00 p.m. Monday, November 8, 2021, Washington State Patrol (WSP) communications received a 9-1-1 call from an individual reporting that they were shot…
Rainier Middle School was placed in lockdown shortly after the start of the school day Wednesday, November 10. “The reason for the lockdown was a…
King County Council approved funding for local WaterWorks grants Tuesday. Included in these grants is $75,000 for the Green River Coalition’s Soos Creek water quality…
A proposal to repeal King County’s law requiring helmets while riding bicycles has health professionals concerned. The King County Board of Health is considering removing the…
Auburn PD responded to an abduction in the 1200 Block of SE 312th ST around 2:00 pm on Monday. During the abduction, a group of…
Constructive conversations online can seem few and far between. Research from the University of Washington explores how the design of social media sites affects disagreements.…
The Valley Regional Fire Authority responded to 297 calls for service for the week of October 18-24, 2021. Year to Date our Valley Professional Firefighters…