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South King County hosts various summer music events and performances, including “Music in the Park” at Marvista Park and “Summer Sounds” at Kent Station. Admission to all events is free, featuring local artists and family-friendly entertainment through August. Notable performances include Eric Ode and Louie Foxx’s One-Man Side Show.
A 59-year-old man from Auburn received an 11-year prison sentence for fentanyl trafficking, following his arrest in November 2024. Johnny Elias operated a pill manufacturing lab in his garage, producing potentially lethal pills while posing as a vitamin manufacturer. The court highlighted the dangers his actions posed to the community, with the potential for over 300,000 lethal doses from the fentanyl he processed.
Valley Regional Fire Authority (VRFA) responded to multiple incidents in Auburn and Pacific from July 21 to July 27, 2025, including a significant brush fire and two dumpster fires. Firefighters extinguished all fires and provided aid for injuries, with the causes of some incidents under investigation.
An 18-year-old Auburn teenager was charged with multiple felonies after allegedly opening fire at Isaac Evans Park, injuring two and endangering many others. Guillermo Sanchez-Romero faces four felony counts, including first-degree assault and drive-by shooting, stemming from the chaotic incident on May 19, 2024. Bail was set at $1 million amid concerns about community safety and the defendant's flight risk.
Burien Actors Theatre will host free outdoor performances of “The Guardsman” in South King County parks, starting July 25 at Riverton Heights Park in SeaTac. The adaptation, set in the 1980s, explores themes of love and deception as a popular actor disguises himself to test his wife’s loyalty. The event encourages attendees to support local eateries by bringing takeout or dining out before or after the show.
Casa Italiana in Burien invites the public to a car show featuring Italian vehicles on Saturday, July 26, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Attendees can enjoy food options like pizza and sausage sandwiches while viewing a lineup of iconic cars, including Ferraris and Lamborghinis.
Auburn Police arrested an 18-year-old man on July 22, 2025, for a drive-by shooting that injured two women near Isaac Evans Park during a youth baseball game on May 19, 2024. The suspect faces multiple charges, including first-degree assault and unlawful possession of a firearm. The case remains under investigation, with law enforcement praising collaborative efforts in making the arrest.
Downtown Auburn will host the Party on the Plaza event on July 25, 2025, featuring live rock music and food trucks. The family-friendly celebration runs from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at City Hall Plaza, aiming to strengthen community ties.
The Auburn Public Schools Foundation will host its inaugural Annual Charity Golf Tournament on July 24, 2025, at the Auburn Golf Course. Dubbed “Luau on the Links,” the event aims to raise funds for programs supporting youth in the Auburn School District. Participants can compete for various prizes and enjoy food, music, and family-friendly activities.
Valley Regional Fire Authority crews responded to a residential fire in Auburn on Saturday afternoon, July 19, 2025. The fire ignited around 4:48 p.m. in the 900 block of 17th Street NE, producing dark smoke visible for miles.