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Auburn officials confirmed they did not knowingly allow federal immigration agencies access to the city’s Flock camera system. After discovering that the Border Patrol accessed data through a national sharing feature, they promptly disabled it and vowed to enhance oversight. Mayor Nancy Backus emphasized the importance of public trust in law enforcement technology.
Auburn Mayor Nancy Backus confirmed that convicted rapist Kevin Coe is no longer living in Auburn after city officials acted quickly upon learning of his relocation through media. Backus emphasized the need for better communication regarding state-supervised offenders to ensure community safety.
Valley Regional Fire Authority (VRFA) responded to multiple incidents from October 13 to 19, 2025, including a smoke investigation at Green River College and a restaurant fire in Auburn. Firefighters treated several medical emergencies, including an elderly man struck by a car while biking and an unconscious male in a vehicle. All incidents were managed without significant hazards.
Burien Mayor Kevin Schilling, a candidate for the 33rd District, emphasizes his local roots and community service in his campaign. He highlights his background in Burien, experience with AmeriCorps during the pandemic, and efforts addressing housing, crime, and homelessness. Schilling aims to connect with voters by showcasing his commitment to the community.
The City of Auburn seeks a child aged 5 to 9 to assist Santa in lighting the city's Christmas tree at City Hall Plaza on December 6. Nominations for the "tree lighter" position will be accepted until 5 p.m. on November 6. Mayor Nancy Backus will randomly select the winner, continuing a beloved local holiday tradition.
Auburn Police arrested four robbery suspects using drone technology after an armed robbery on October 15. Officers tracked the suspects to a location and utilized a drone to confirm their identities before making the arrests. The deployment of the drone helped ensure the safety of both officers and community members during the operation.
The Valley Regional Fire Authority (VRFA) responded to multiple emergency incidents, including a duplex fire and several car accidents, from October 6 to October 12, 2025. Notably, CPR was successfully administered to revive a victim during one of the calls.
A South King County family offers a $10,000 reward for the return of their stolen dog, Indy, a 6-year-old female Boxer taken from their Enumclaw property on September 18, 2025. Owner Dave Morin believes someone walked onto their gated property and took Indy while they were away. The family is desperate to find their sweet-natured dog, who is brindle colored with a short tail.
Contractor crews will close up to two lanes on northbound State Route 167 overnight on Friday, Oct. 10, for sign installation in Pacific. The closure, from 7 p.m. to 3:30 a.m., aims to facilitate the reopening of two travel lanes by Sunday morning, Oct. 12.
Auburn Mayor Nancy Backus criticized the King County Sheriff’s Office for not notifying the city about the relocation of convicted sex offender Kevin Coe. Backus emphasized the need for transparency and coordination among agencies to ensure public safety.