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Category: Public Safety

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Bistro Baffi closes in Normandy Park after owner cites crime, lack of support

by EditorMay 17, 2025May 17, 2025

Bistro Baffi, an Italian restaurant located in Normandy Park since 2021, this week permanently closed its doors, with the owner citing a combination of break-ins, financial hardship, and a lack […]

Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines man arrested after ramming 7 vehicles near Marina Condos

by EditorMay 12, 2025May 12, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines City Council honors police, debates parking, expands citizen advisory roles & more at Thursday’s meeting

by Mellow DeTrayMay 9, 2025May 9, 2025
Posted inBusiness

Shots fired outside Southcenter restaurant Wednesday; suspects flee scene, police seek witnesses

by EditorMay 8, 2025May 8, 2025
Posted inDes Moines News

Shots fired incidents decline sharply in South King County in early 2025

by EditorMay 2, 2025May 2, 2025

Posted inDes Moines

SR 99 lane closures begin Friday, April 25 in Des Moines for sidewalk work

by EditorApril 25, 2025April 25, 2025
Posted inFeatured Post

Infant with measles may have exposed others recently at Sea-Tac Airport, Children’s Hospital

by EditorApril 23, 2025April 23, 2025

Posted inFeatured Post

Federal Way woman arrested for DUI, Vehicular Assault after I-5 collision early Thursday

by EditorApril 17, 2025April 17, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Man living in Des Moines motel caught three times with dealer-size fentanyl

by EditorApril 15, 2025April 15, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Reckless motorcyclist arrested by Des Moines Police in Redondo following traffic complaints Saturday night

by EditorApril 13, 2025April 13, 2025
Posted inFeatured Post

UPDATE: Police seeking public’s help locating domestic violence suspect previously thought to have perished in fire

by EditorApril 10, 2025April 10, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

VIDEO: Des Moines tank company fined $166K by Labor & Industries after explosions injure workers

by EditorApril 10, 2025April 10, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Lane and ramp closures on SR 509, SR 516 and local roads in south King County continue this week

by EditorApril 7, 2025April 7, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

VIDEO/PHOTOS: ‘Hands Off!’ rallies in Des Moines and SeaTac draw big crowds, protests over federal policies

by Scott SchaeferApril 6, 2025April 7, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Concerned about a stray animal? Don’t call 911, Des Moines city officials say

by EditorApril 3, 2025April 3, 2025
Posted inFeatured Post

August cyberattack at Port of Seattle exposed data of 90,000 people

by EditorApril 3, 2025April 3, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Social Security numbers, medical data among info exposed in last fall’s Highline Public Schools cyberattack

by EditorApril 2, 2025April 2, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Lane closure set as Des Moines begins Memorial Flag Triangle construction next week

by EditorMarch 27, 2025March 27, 2025
Posted inCrime

Two sisters arrested in Tukwila after back-to-back disturbances; firearm recovered

by EditorMarch 24, 2025March 24, 2025
Posted inFeatured Post

Police: call 911 if you see suspicious SUV with fake ‘ICE’ or ‘DHS’ markings

by EditorMarch 19, 2025March 19, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

VIDEO: HB 1380 sparks discussion on dignity, homelessness & more at Saturday’s 33rd District Town Hall

by EditorMarch 15, 2025March 15, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Firefighter’s sharing of sticker and high five to child offers hope after devastating Three Tree Point house fire

by EditorMarch 13, 2025March 13, 2025
Posted inFeatured Post

LETTER: Normandy Park Mayor Eric Zimmerman: ‘Rep. Gregerson misrepresents discussion around HB 1380’

by EditorMarch 11, 2025March 11, 2025
Posted inFeatured Post

Rep. Mia Gregerson calls Burien City Manager’s statements on HB 1380 ‘misleading claims’

by EditorMarch 10, 2025March 10, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Green River Killer’s return to area in September renews search for victims in South King County

by EditorMarch 9, 2025March 9, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Convicted felon accused of home invasion, assault, attempted gun theft & more in Des Moines

by EditorMarch 5, 2025March 5, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Temporary road closure of Redondo Beach Drive for crosswalk resurfacing will be Mar. 14-16

by EditorMarch 5, 2025March 5, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Applications now open for Des Moines Community Academy, which starts Monday, Mar. 24

by EditorMarch 4, 2025March 4, 2025
Posted inCrime

UPDATE: Armed suspect wanted by Des Moines Police taken into custody without incident Saturday night

by EditorMarch 1, 2025March 1, 2025
Posted inCrime

Armed suspect wanted by Des Moines Police for multiple counts of felony assault

by EditorFebruary 28, 2025February 28, 2025
Posted inFeatured Post

Northbound I-5 lanes blocked at 272nd Street in Kent after semi-truck loses load of plywood Friday morning

by EditorFebruary 28, 2025February 28, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Lane and ramp closures on I-5 in south King County continue next week

by EditorFebruary 27, 2025February 27, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

WEATHER: National Weather Service issues ‘High Wind Warning’ for region as powerful storm moves in

by EditorFebruary 24, 2025February 24, 2025
Posted inFeatured Post

Emergency crews contain ammonia leak in Tukwila Monday morning

by EditorFebruary 24, 2025February 24, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Public Health – Seattle & King County closes Pizza Locas in Des Moines due to health hazard

by EditorFebruary 24, 2025February 24, 2025

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Fourteen local students honored with scholarships at Des Moines Yacht Club celebration

May 20, 2025May 20, 2025

‘Sparky’s Revenge’ Dog Disc Tournament on Sunday, June 22 will pay tribute to 1947 Maury Island Incident victim

May 19, 2025May 19, 2025

REMINDER: Regional Business Expo is this Tuesday, May 20 at ShoWare Center

May 18, 2025May 18, 2025

Bistro Baffi closes in Normandy Park after owner cites crime, lack of support

May 17, 2025May 17, 2025

South King County Fine Arts Roundup: Music, Storytelling & Visual Arts highlight mid-May

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