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The King County Medical Examiner’s Office identified Keivon Cash Bias, 21, as the victim of a fatal shooting in Auburn early Tuesday. Police found Bias outside a residence with multiple gunshot wounds, and he later died at Harborview Medical Center. The investigation remains active with no suspects arrested.
A 15-year-old boy suffered gunshot wounds at the Auburn Sounder Station on May 27, 2025. Two juvenile suspects, including a 15-year-old male, are in custody following the incident, which occurred after a fatal shooting earlier that day. Authorities urge anyone with information to contact the Auburn Police Department.
All southbound lanes of SR 167 closed Saturday morning near Auburn due to a crash. Washington State Patrol and emergency responders are on the scene, but no estimate for reopening is available. Travelers should expect delays and consider alternate routes.
The City of Auburn seeks artists from Washington and Oregon to design a public artwork for its new Downtown Park, with a budget of $97,500. Applications are due by June 10, 2025, and selected artists will collaborate with the plaza design team to create a site-specific piece that reflects the city's identity.
Significant road closures will begin Monday, June 2, 2025, in downtown Auburn for a major infrastructure project. The work aims to upgrade utilities and enhance pedestrian safety while keeping all businesses and residences accessible. City officials emphasize the project’s long-term benefits for downtown revitalization.
A 17-year-old male suffered non-life-threatening injuries from a shooting at College Place Mobile Home Park in Auburn on May 21, 2025. The suspect, who approached on a dirt bike, fired at least one shot before fleeing. Police seek public assistance in identifying the shooter.
Steve Huff, a renowned racer and electric dragster innovator, passed away at age 58 on May 21, 2025, after a battle with cancer. He achieved significant milestones in motorsports, including setting the world’s first 200 mph record in an electric dragster and winning the APBA National Hydroplane Championship. Huff’s legacy extends beyond racing, as he inspired youth through mentoring and community outreach.
Auburn Police seek public assistance to identify a bank robbery suspect from an incident on May 13, 2025. The suspect, described as a white male in his 70s with a hunch, robbed the Umpqua Bank while brandishing a pistol. Surveillance footage shows him wearing a black beanie, mask, and orange safety vest.
Valley Regional Fire Authority (VRFA) responded to multiple emergency calls from May 12–18, 2025, including cases of chest pain, shortness of breath, and opioid overdoses. Firefighters treated patients on scene and transported them to local hospitals for further care. Notably, two men suffered suspected overdoses, with one requiring CPR before being taken to a medical center.
The Kent Chamber of Commerce hosts its Annual Regional Business Expo on May 20, 2025, from 3 to 7 p.m. at the ShoWare Center, featuring over 100 vendors. The event, aimed at promoting local businesses, offers opportunities for networking, collaboration, and community engagement.