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Category: Public Safety

Posted inDes Moines

Highline Amateur Radio Club to host ARRL Field Day at Marvista Park in Normandy Park on Saturday, June 27

by EditorJune 3, 2026June 2, 2026

The Highline Amateur Radio Club (HARC) will join amateur radio operators across the country on Saturday, June 27 as part of the annual ARRL Field Day event at Marvista Park […]

Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines City Council reviews ferry pilot, hears about license plate cameras and case for expanding Link light rail access

by Mellow DeTrayMay 29, 2026May 29, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Demonstration planned in Des Moines Wednesday afternoon after reported ICE detention near Dick’s Drive-In

by EditorMay 27, 2026May 27, 2026
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Posted inDes Moines

Public comment period begins for Port of Seattle’s Draft EIS for SAMP near-term projects

by EditorMay 26, 2026May 26, 2026
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LETTER: Residents urged to weigh in on Sea-Tac Airport expansion proposal, which would increase flights by 30%

by EditorMay 24, 2026May 24, 2026

Posted inDes Moines

Cities of Des Moines, Burien and SeaTac denied more time to review airport SAMP impacts

by EditorMay 21, 2026May 21, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Flock cameras, traffic enforcement dominate Des Moines City Council discussion

by Mellow DeTrayMay 15, 2026May 15, 2026

Posted inDes Moines

Crash shuts down 3 lanes of northbound I-5 at SR 509 in Des Moines Friday morning

by EditorMay 15, 2026May 15, 2026
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Posted inDes Moines

REPORT: Gun violence homicides drop to single digits for first time in 9 years

by EditorMay 14, 2026May 14, 2026
Posted inCommunity

Des Moines City Council focuses on transit, trees and city vision for future

by Mellow DeTrayMay 8, 2026May 8, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

City of Des Moines to host Open House on pedestrian safety near North Hill Elementary on Tuesday, May 12

by EditorMay 1, 2026May 1, 2026
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Vandals damage Marine View Park signs in Normandy Park

by EditorApril 30, 2026April 30, 2026
Posted inDes Moines News

VIDEO: Joint chamber Legislative Wrap-up Luncheon focuses on budget challenges and business impacts

by EditorApril 27, 2026April 27, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines City Council weighs safety, surveillance, shrinking revenues and more at April 23 meeting

by Mellow DeTrayApril 24, 2026April 24, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Des Moines Indivisible to lead protest against immigration detention this Saturday, April 25

by EditorApril 22, 2026April 22, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

King County Medical Examiner identifies 28-year-old victim in deadly April 17 Des Moines motorcycle crash

by EditorApril 20, 2026April 20, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines Mayor Yoshiko Grace Matsui to hold ‘Chat with the Mayor’ this Saturday, April 25

by EditorApril 20, 2026April 20, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Juvenile suspect arrested after armed robbery on Pacific Highway South in Des Moines early Saturday

by EditorApril 20, 2026April 20, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Fatal motorcycle crash in Des Moines Friday night leaves one dead, DUI arrest made

by EditorApril 19, 2026April 20, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Local diver shares concerns over pollution in Woodmont Wetlands along McSorley Creek

by EditorApril 15, 2026April 15, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: ‘Stop the pearl clutching’ over public cameras, resident says

by EditorApril 14, 2026April 14, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Six-week road closure planned for part of 16th Ave South in Des Moines starting April 14

by EditorMarch 31, 2026March 31, 2026
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SCAM ALERT: Police warn of DMV text scam circulating in South King County

by EditorMarch 31, 2026March 31, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Free ‘Emery the Emergency Penguin’ birthday event set for Saturday, April 25 in Des Moines

by EditorMarch 30, 2026March 30, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Have you seen Jesse? Des Moines Police search for missing 24-year-old man with autism last seen Sunday morning, Mar. 29

by EditorMarch 29, 2026March 29, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

PHOTOS/VIDEO: Voices from ‘No Kings’ III rally held Saturday, Mar. 28 at Big Catch Plaza

by EditorMarch 28, 2026April 6, 2026
Posted inAnimals

City of Des Moines to restore expanded animal control services starting April 1

by EditorMarch 27, 2026March 27, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines City Council eyes affordability edge as council shifts 4th of July plans & more

by Mellow DeTrayMarch 27, 2026March 27, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

LETTER: ‘No Kings III’ rally will be this Saturday, Mar. 28 at Big Catch Plaza from Noon–2 p.m.

by EditorMarch 24, 2026March 24, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Measles exposure reported at Sea-Tac Airport; health officials urge vaccination check

by EditorMarch 21, 2026March 21, 2026
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Posted inDes Moines

SCAM ALERT: King County warns of fraudulent court hearing notices sent by text and email

by EditorMarch 21, 2026March 21, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

No ICE detention facility planned for Des Moines, city officials say at Thursday’s city council study session

by Mellow DeTrayMarch 6, 2026March 6, 2026
Posted inDes Moines News

Driver arrested after fleeing Troopers on Pacific Highway in Des Moines

by EditorFebruary 28, 2026February 28, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Harbor seal found with gunshot wound being treated at SR3 in Des Moines

by EditorFebruary 26, 2026February 26, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Overnight SR 99 lane closures start Monday, Feb. 23, in Des Moines, SeaTac for utility work

by EditorFebruary 20, 2026February 20, 2026

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REMINDER: Des Moines Legacy Foundation’s Bayside Diamond Ball is this Saturday night, June 6

June 5, 2026June 5, 2026
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REMINDER: Giant Rummage Sale returning to Normandy Park Cove this Sunday, June 7

Normandy Park Community Club (The Cove) Sponsored by Normandy Park Community Club (The Cove) June 5, 2026June 5, 2026
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Des Moines Crawl Series to celebrate Juneteenth with waterfront dining event on Friday night, June 19

Des Moines Crawl Series Sponsored by Des Moines Crawl Series June 4, 2026June 4, 2026

REMINDER: FREE Kent Nerd Party returns this Saturday with cosplay, games and family fun

June 4, 2026June 4, 2026

Mount Rainier High School hosting free New Orleans-themed Art Fest this Friday, June 5

June 4, 2026June 4, 2026
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Mount Rainier High School hosting free New Orleans-themed Art Fest on Friday, June 5

Jun 5
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Mount Rainier High Booster Club to host 4th annual ‘Ram Jam’ fundraiser Friday night, June 5

Jun 6
10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Des Moines Waterfront Farmers Market to open 21st season Saturday, June 6 with new layout

Jun 6
10:00 am - 4:00 pm

‘Spring Into Summer’ Bazaar benefiting Seattle Children’s will be Saturday, June 6

Jun 6
5:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Des Moines Legacy Foundation’s Bayside Diamond Ball fundraiser will feature Neil Diamond tribute, live DJ, champagne &more on Saturday, June 6

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