EDITOR’S NOTE: This article has been updated with additional information from the Seattle Police Department: A carjacking that began in Seattle ended with a dramatic crash in Burien early Friday, […]
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Tukwila Police arrest armed robbery suspects after high-speed pursuit Friday night
Tukwila Police apprehended three armed robbery suspects late Friday night, Nov. 15, 2024, after locating a stolen vehicle tied to multiple convenience store robberies earlier in the day in Seattle. […]
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Community tip leads to arrest of armed car theft suspect in Burien
Renton Police detectives this week arrested 37-year-old Curt Cox, a prolific car theft suspect with a lengthy criminal history, following a tip from Crime Stoppers. Cox, who was wanted in […]
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King County Sheriff’s Office investigating dead body found at Burien’s Eagle Landing Park Friday afternoon
The King County Sheriff’s Office is conducting a death investigation after a body was found Friday afternoon, Nov. 8, 2024 along a trail in Eagle Landing Park in Burien. Deputies […]
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Police investigating two armed robberies at 7-Eleven stores in Burien/White Center area Wednesday night
Burien Police / King County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to two armed robberies at separate 7-Eleven locations in the Burien/White Center area on Wednesday night, Oct. 9, 2024, shortly before 9 […]
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Driver arrested after ramming patrol car, launching vehicle stolen in Burien over wall in Des Moines Tuesday morning
A man was arrested Tuesday morning, Oct. 8, 2024, after attempting to flee from Des Moines Police officers in a stolen vehicle, leading to a brief pursuit that ended with […]
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Meet new Burien Police Chief Tom Calabrese, who says he’ll focus on safety, leadership, and community engagement
Burien’s newly-appointed Police Chief Tom Calabrese brings over two decades of law enforcement experience and a strong dedication to enhancing public safety while prioritizing the well-being of his officers. As […]
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Washington State Patrol increases patrols on I-5, warns drivers after series of armed carjackings
In response to a recent series of armed carjackings along I-5, the Washington State Patrol (WSP) announced this week that they will increase their presence on the freeway, urging drivers to be vigilant and aware of this dangerous criminal activity.
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LETTER TO THE EDITOR: ‘Decent people of Burien, we need your voices now’
[EDITOR’S NOTE: The following is a Letter to the Editor, written and submitted by verified resident. It does not necessarily reflect the opinions of South King Media, nor its staff.] Dear […]
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Suspect in I-5 shooting spree held on $1 million bail, charged with 5 counts of first-degree assault
Eric Jerome Lee Sentell Perkins, 44, has been charged with five counts of first-degree assault for a shooting spree on I-5 on Sept. 2, 2024. The King County Prosecuting Attorney’s […]
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Family mourns 88-year-old ‘Gramita’ killed in Wednesday’s horrific Burien shooting; seeking help from public
A Burien family is in mourning after a tragic shooting claimed the life of 88-year-old María Teresa Contreras Herrera, a beloved grandmother and family matriarch, on Wednesday, Aug. 28, 2024. […]
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Elderly woman shot and killed in Burien home, King County Sheriff’s Office confirms
An elderly woman was shot and killed in her Burien home overnight, the King County Sheriff’s Office (KCSO) confirmed Wednesday, Aug. 28, 2024. Police said that around 12:20 a.m., Burien […]
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Former Burien officials file Motion to Intervene against four Councilmembers in Open Public Meetings Act lawsuit
Four former Burien public officials have filed a Motion to Intervene as part of an ongoing lawsuit accusing the City of Burien of violating Washington’s Open Public Meetings Act (OPMA). […]
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‘SeaTac 46’ protesters reach agreement with City of SeaTac, charges to be dismissed with conditions
After months of legal battles, the City of SeaTac has agreed to dismiss charges against 46 defendants involved in protests at Sea-Tac International Airport in April, 2024. As The SeaTac […]
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King County’s Safer Schools strategy marks first year of progress
The King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office recently concluded the first year of its Safer Schools Strategy, an initiative aimed at preventing school tragedies and ensuring safer environments for all King […]
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VIDEO: Auburn residents rally against juvenile violence at Public Safety Meeting
In response to recent incidents of juvenile violence, the Church of the Nazarene in Auburn hosted a Public Safety meeting on Thursday, August 1, 2024. The event, organized by community […]
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King County Sheriff’s Office revises Pursuit of Motor Vehicles policy, adds burglary to dangerous felonies starting Aug. 1
The King County Sheriff’s Office – which provides police services for Burien – announced this week that it will implement a revised Pursuit of Motor Vehicles policy starting Aug. 1, […]
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Will the curtain rise on BAT Theatre’s proposed Performing Arts Center at King County lot in Burien?
BAT Theatre is eyeing a new venue in downtown Burien as part of a collaborative proposal with a housing developer for King County’s upcoming request for proposals (RFP) for a […]
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Suspect in Federal Way I-5 stabbing to be charged with murder
The Washington State Patrol (WSP) has identified a suspect and forwarded charges in connection with a fatal stabbing on northbound I-5 near South 375th Street in Federal Way that happened […]
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Burien man sentenced to 90 months for drug trafficking suitcases filled with meth linked to Aryan family gang
Gustavo Castellanos-Tapia, a former attorney from Mexico who listed his last known address as Burien, was sentenced to 90 months in prison for conspiracy to distribute controlled substances, U.S. Attorney […]
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Prosecutors warn of rising traffic deaths, serious injuries in King County
King County Prosecutors from the Felony Traffic Unit are raising concerns over a recent, significant increase in traffic fatalities and serious injury crashes in the region. As of May 2024, […]
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Police release update, say 120 Pride flags were stolen, shredded in Burien by 2 white male suspects
The King County Sheriff’s Office (KCSO) on Friday, June 14, 2024 released an update on the Pride flag thefts in Burien last weekend. As we previously reported, the theft of […]
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Police Chief Ted Boe announces resignation Tuesday, says he’ll take outside job; releases statement to The B-Town Blog
Burien Police Chief Ted Boe on Tuesday afternoon, June 11, 2024 announced his resignation from the Burien Police Department/King County Sheriff’s Office (KCSO) to pursue an “outside employment opportunity.“ Boe […]
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Police arrest 2 sex offenders Tuesday in retail theft sting
The Tukwila Police Department’s Special Enforcement Unit (SEU) apprehended two sex offenders during a retail theft operation on Tuesday, June 4, 2024. The SEU – formed in response to rising […]
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These BOOTS! were made for…2024 MIBBB Fest will kick off with space-themed Film + Dance Party
The third annual Men In Black Birthday Bash (aka MIBBB Fest) will once again include a curated, one-night mini-film festival…with a twist – a space-themed after-party featuring BOOTS!, a Seattle-based pop-up dance party that […]
