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Burien Police arrest suspected armed carjacker after pursuit Wednesday

A man was arrested on Wednesday, Dec. 10 after allegedly stealing a vehicle at gunpoint and leading deputies on a pursuit through Burien, according to the King County Sheriff’s Office. Police said a Burien deputy was taking a report from the victim, who said their car had been taken at gunpoint earlier in the morning and that they did not call police until several hours after the carjacking. While gathering information, the deputy broadcast the …Burien · Burien Read Article

Highline Public Schools urges state action on literacy, funding in 2026 legislative agenda

Highline Public Schools is urging state lawmakers to take action on literacy, special education funding, transportation, operating costs and school facilities as part of its 2026 legislative agenda, district officials announced this week. The agenda was approved by the Highline School Board at its December 2025 meeting and comes as districts across Washington prepare for a short 2026 legislative session following limited progress on K 12 funding…Burien · Burien Read Article

Burien, Des Moines, and SeaTac File Joint Petition for Review of FAA Decision

On September 26, 2025, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) completed their National Environmental Policy Act review of the Port of Seattle’s Sustainable Airport Master Plan (SAMP) Near-Term Projects. Based on the review, the FAA approved a Final Environmental Assessment and a Finding of No Significant Impact/Record of Decision (FONSI/ROD) for 31 proposed SAMP Near-Term Projects at the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.Burien · Burien Read Article

Burien City Council welcomes new councilmembers, adjourns on high note at last meeting of 2025

The regularly scheduled Burien City Council meeting commenced on Monday, Dec. 8, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. at Burien City Hall and on Zoom. Councilmembers Hugo Garcia, Linda Akey, Sarah Moore, Kevin Schilling, Jimmy Matta, Alex Andrade, and Stephanie Mora were in attendance, as well as Mayor Hugo Sarceno of Puerto Barrios, Guatemala. Newly-elected Burien City Councilmembers Rocco DeVito and Sam Mendez were sworn in for service, as well as reelection vi…Burien · Burien Read Article

Highline High students will hold Toy and Food Drive during basketball games on Friday, Dec. 12

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B-TOWN BIZ: After 34 years in Burien, Westside Jewelers will be closing

A longtime fixture in downtown Burien, Westside Jewelers announced that it will close at the end of December after 34 years. The company said a farewell sale is in progress through Dec. 23. The business was founded in 1990 by owner Rick Sandell and became a long standing retail presence in Burien, known for custom engagement rings and personalized service. Over its more than three decades in business, the shop developed a loyal customer base and…Burien · Burien Read Article

The B-Town Blog is proud to share our fourth annual winter Holiday Worship Guide

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On agenda for Monday’s Burien City Council meeting: oaths, budget, bag ban, co-living rules, ICE in Burien and more

The Burien City Council will swear in four councilmembers, honor two outgoing members and consider a slate of budget, tax, housing and environmental measures, as well as federal law enforcement in B-Town at its regular meeting on Monday, Dec. 8. The meeting will begin at 5:30 p.m., and can be viewed in-person at Burien City Hall (map below), live on Comcast TV Channel 21, via Zoom here, and via livestream here. Spanish interpretation will be ava…Taxes · Burien Read Article

Highline High School Alumni Foundation seeking year-end donations to support scholarships

The Highline High School Alumni Foundation is encouraging community members to include the organization in their year-end giving, noting that donations help provide college scholarships for HHS students, according to information released by the foundation. The foundation said it has awarded $1,308,500 in scholarships through 515 awards since its creation in 1995. In 2025, the organization awarded $87,000 to 23 students. Donations can be made by …Burien · Burien Read Article

Lane and ramp closures on I-5, SR 509 and SR 516 in south King County continue Dec. 8-12

Lane and ramp closures on I-5, SR 509 and SR 516 in Burien, SeaTac, Des Moines and Kent continue Monday, Dec. 8 through the morning of Friday, Dec. 12, according to the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT). The ramp closure on I-5 will allow crews to pave the road. The lane closure on SR 516 is for utility work. The lane closure on SR 509 will allow crews to perform electrical work. This work is part of the SR 509 Completion Pro…Burien · Burien Read Article

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Burien Police arrest suspected armed carjacker after pursuit Wednesday

Highline Public Schools urges state action on literacy, funding in 2026 legislative agenda

Burien, Des Moines, and SeaTac File Joint Petition for Review of FAA Decision

Burien City Council welcomes new councilmembers, adjourns on high note at last meeting of 2025

Highline High students will hold Toy and Food Drive during basketball games on Friday, Dec. 12

B-TOWN BIZ: After 34 years in Burien, Westside Jewelers will be closing

The B-Town Blog is proud to share our fourth annual winter Holiday Worship Guide

On agenda for Monday’s Burien City Council meeting: oaths, budget, bag ban, co-living rules, ICE in Burien and more

Highline High School Alumni Foundation seeking year-end donations to support scholarships

Lane and ramp closures on I-5, SR 509 and SR 516 in south King County continue Dec. 8-12

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Burien Police arrest suspected armed carjacker after pursuit Wednesday

Highline Public Schools urges state action on literacy, funding in 2026 legislative agenda

Burien, Des Moines, and SeaTac File Joint Petition for Review of FAA Decision

Burien City Council welcomes new councilmembers, adjourns on high note at last meeting of 2025

Highline High students will hold Toy and Food Drive during basketball games on Friday, Dec. 12

B-TOWN BIZ: After 34 years in Burien, Westside Jewelers will be closing

The B-Town Blog is proud to share our fourth annual winter Holiday Worship Guide

On agenda for Monday’s Burien City Council meeting: oaths, budget, bag ban, co-living rules, ICE in Burien and more

Highline High School Alumni Foundation seeking year-end donations to support scholarships

Lane and ramp closures on I-5, SR 509 and SR 516 in south King County continue Dec. 8-12

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