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A woman faced arrest for DUI following a collision outside a Safeway store in Burien on September 18. Police determined she was impaired after a field sobriety test and obtained a search warrant for a blood draw before booking her into jail.
The Port of Seattle will conduct public workshops this fall to address aircraft noise from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. These sessions, part of a federal noise study, invite community feedback on noise reduction strategies. Residents can attend in-person or virtual meetings starting September 30.
The Highline SeaTac Botanical Garden will host a free Fall Market on Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025, from noon to 4 p.m. Visitors can enjoy family activities, sip fresh-pressed cider, and browse handmade goods from local vendors. The event aims to foster community connections in South King County.
Burien Police arrested two suspects on September 18 following a shoplifting incident at Grocery Outlet and an armed robbery at the Bank of America. The first suspect damaged property and assaulted staff before being detained, while the second suspect was apprehended shortly after at the robbery scene.
Para Los Niños de Highline will host its annual fundraising gala, Corazón, on November 15, 2025, at Club Sur. The event, featuring keynote speaker Sen. Rebecca Saldaña, aims to celebrate Latino students' academic success through community involvement. Early bird tickets are available for $160 until October 10.
A driver was arrested in Burien for suspected DUI after deputies found him unconscious behind the wheel with drug paraphernalia in his lap. The incident occurred shortly after 7 a.m. on September 18, 2025, during a routine parking violation check.
Washington State Patrol seeks public help to identify a driver involved in a fatal hit-and-run crash on SR 509 near White Center on Sept. 13, 2025. A white Honda Accord struck a motorcycle, leading to the rider's death, before fleeing the scene. Investigators released a photo of the suspect vehicle, which is expected to have significant damage.
Dr. Tim Mounce will moderate the first-ever “Roswell vs. Washington” UFO debate on October 10, 2025, in Truth or Consequences, New Mexico. The event will explore key UFO incidents from 1947, including the Roswell crash and sightings in Washington state. Organizers aim to address long-standing controversies over these events' historical legacies.
Burien police arrested a suspected drug trafficker linked to methamphetamine and cocaine distribution across several Puget Sound cities. The investigation, initiated after a tip about drug activity at a local restaurant, led to the seizure of over a pound of drugs, cash, and a stolen firearm.
The League of Women Voters of South King County will host candidate forums at Burien Library on Sept. 30 and Oct. 7. These events will allow residents to engage directly with candidates for the Highline Public Schools Board and Burien City Council ahead of the Nov. 4 General Election.