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New Mexico leaders call for investigation following emails referencing Epstein's ranch Leaders in New Mexico are calling for an investigation following claims in the Epstein files about the disgraced financiers ranch in the state.

Epstein had a ranch in New Mexico called Zorro Ranch and in one email released by the DOJ, it claims that a former staffer at the ranch had information about two women who were allegedly killed and buried at the ranch.

Measles cases in US top 900 as CDC confirms infections in 24 states South Carolina remains the largest outbreak site, with counts currently sitting at 616.

Public health leaders have been strongly urging vaccination with the MMR vaccine to reduce the spread, protect vulnerable populations, and curb outbreaks.

Five arrested after alleged drug sales to kids near Lacey middle school Police have arrested five people in connection with a drug operation near a Lacey middle school, accused of selling drugs, nicotine products, alcohol to kids

The five arrested are now facing multiple drug and gun charges for selling to minors.

U.S Department of Education announces investigation into Puyallup School District U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon announced Friday that the Department of Education is opening a Title IX investigation into the Puyallup School Distric

The girl reported the incident to school officials on Dec. 8, according to the sheriff's office.

Local officials move to block federal immigration enforcement, halt detention sites A flurry of new legislation from multiple lawmakers in King County seeks to impede federal immigration enforcement using all means available.

ICE would also be prevented from using such facilities as staging areas or for processing detainees.

Seattle police are investigating an officer-involved shooting in the Ballard neighborhood that left a suspect in critical condition and an officer recovering in the hospital.

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Highline schools explain student walkout policy after parent pushback The Highline School District is clarifying how the school leaders responded to an anti-ICE protest in early February, following pushback from a parent.

Supporters of the students' actions, including the teachers' union president and a student walkout organizer, said the protest was "peaceful, non-violent and successful."

The City of Seattle has settled the wrongful death lawsuit for Jaahnavi Kandula more than three years after the 23-year-old was hit and killed by a police officer in a crosswalk.

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Mexican cartel hid liquid meth in candles received by Puget Sound drug ring A shipment of liquid methamphetamine hidden inside candles is at the center of a federal drug case.

Wiretapped calls in the investigation revealed what prosecutors described as a culture of violence within the organization.

Woman wearing black clothing hit, killed by driver while crossing street in Fife A woman was hit and killed by a driver as she was crossing the street in the darkness in Fife Friday morning.

Police said the incident appeared to be an accident.

Man arrested in deadly stabbing, arson at Des Moines home Des Moines Police Department detectives arrested a man on Thursday in connection with a murder and arson.South King Fire crews and Des Moines police were dispat

During a search of the house, firefighters discovered a dead person inside the home. The fire was subsequently put out.

Health chief Kennedy says he's no germaphobe, recalls snorting cocaine off toilet seats The Kennedy scion divulged his old drug habits on comedian Theo Von's podcast “This Past Weekend.

The Kennedy scion divulged his old drug habits on comedian Theo Von’s podcast “This Past Weekend."


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Judge to determine sentence for au pair who schemed with Brendan Banfield in double murder Banfield was having an affair with Peres Magalhaes, the family's au pair, when the two carried out the plan to kill Banfield's wife.

Brendan Banfield was having an affair with Peres Magalhaes, the family's au pair at the time, when the two carried out the plan.

Senate Democrats block funding bill as DHS shutdown looms Senate Democrats voted down a measure that would advance a bill to fund the Department of Homeland Security on Thursday, ushering in a partial government shutdo

Who do you think will be to blame if the federal government enters another partial shutdown? ✅VOTE in the story.

'It took a village': 410-pound manatee freed from storm drain in Florida, rescuers say A manatee that was trapped in a storm drain was finally freed, according to authorites.Brevard County Fire Rescue said several organizations teamed up toRemem

The rescue came almost immediately after crews completed large-animal rescue training.

Combined RV safe lot, tiny-house village considered for West Seattle site An empty lot in an industrial section of West Seattle could become a combined RV safe parking site and tiny-house village.

The proposal calls for space for up to 72 recreational vehicles and 20 tiny homes on the existing paved surface.

WWII B-17 pilot keeps storied bomber’s legacy alive at Seattle’s Museum of Flight More than 175 aircraft and spacecraft are housed at The Museum of Flight, but one plane’s history is being kept alive by a man who once flew it into combat.Nine

91 years after the Boeing B-17 first took to the skies, Dick Nelms is determined to make sure visitors understand why the aircraft — and the unit that flew it — mattered.

Police continue search for suspect weeks after 2 teens shot to death at Seattle bus stop Homicide detectives are asking for any of the dozens of witnesses who may have seen the killings of two Rainier Beach High School students to come forward.

The victims, who were set to graduate in June, were well-known in the Rainier Beach community.

King County allocates $2M in funding to help immigrants, bans ICE from county property The order, which takes effect immediately, allocates $2 million in new emergency funding for rental assistance, food access, and legal aid.

The order takes effect immediately.

Two killed in three-car collision on Highway 2 east of Gold Bar, all lanes blocked Two people were killed in a three-car collision on state Route 2 near milepost 31, Washington State Patrol (WSP) said.

Two people were killed in a three-car collision on State Route 2 near milepost 31.

Niko and Chris are back from the Super Bowl to discuss what happened after the final whistle, including exclusive interviews inside the locker room, and a visit with Chris Pratt.

Listen to the episode here: https://bit.ly/4aLmdMO

Epstein survivor says she was dehumanized by AG Bondi during hearing One of disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein’s accusers said Wednesday that Attorney General Pam Bondi dehumanized victims.

In accordance with the Epstein Files Transparency Act, the Department of Justice released millions of documents related to Epstein and who he communicated with—albeit more than a month late.

Pedestrian killed after stepping onto tracks, hit by eastbound Amtrak train in Puyallup A pedestrian was killed Wednesday night after being struck by an eastbound Amtrak train in Puyallup, police said.

The investigation is ongoing.

Jaahnavi Kandula settlement symbolizes 'limited value' remark officer made after her death The City of Seattle has settled the wrongful death lawsuit for Jaahnavi Kandula more than three years after she was hit and killed by a police officer.

Kevin Dave was reportedly driving 74 mph in a 25 mph zone when he struck Kandula at 63 mph.

More than 150 teens visited Lacey drug house every day during school hours, police say The Thurston County Narcotics Task Force, in a joint operation with the Lacey Police Department and Olympia police detectives, arrested five suspects in connect

Evidence developed during the investigation indicates the group was distributing controlled substances, cannabis, and vape products in Lacey.

Julian Love brings Super Bowl cheer to patients at Virginia Mason Medical Center Seattle Seahawks safety Julian Lovevisited Virginia Mason Medical Center on Thursday morning, bringing encouragement to patients.

The Super Bowl champion told KOMO News he wanted to do his part by visiting the hospital and sharing the celebration with fans who were unable to attend the team’s parade.

Sound Transit may have set a ridership record for Super Bowl parade Sound Transit may have set a record for ridership, carrying passengers to and from the Seattle Seahawks Super Bowl parade on Wednesday.

Did you ride the light rail to the Seahawks Super Bowl parade yesterday? Please submit your photos and videos here: https://komonews.com/chimein

It was a city-wide effort to efficiently clean up the aftermath of the Seahawks' enormous turnout for their Super Bowl parade in downtown Seattle.

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Find the love of your life during $14 pet adoptions for Valentine's Day If you need a sweetheart, forget the dating sites.

The three-day event includes dogs, cats, rabbits, and guinea pigs currently available for adoption.

So, will it snow in Seattle this winter?