Burien, WA news on Friday, October 16, 2026

In Burien, WA on Friday, October 16, 2026: Shooting in Burien; gun buyback Saturday. Weather: Mostly cloudy and cool today, 55–62°F with light rain and gusty winds up to 17 mph.

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Headlines

One person killed, another injured in Burien shooting early Friday; suspects detained and Major Crimes detectives investigating.KOMO · Oct 16, 11:07 PM

News & local government

Dangerous chase ended with stolen car recovery and drugs seized in Burien; police investigation continues.KOMO · Oct 16, 5:03 PM

Events & going out

Saturday: King County Sheriff's Office hosts gun buyback in Burien, offering gift cards for unwanted firearms; details at event.MyNorthwest.com · Oct 15, 6:39 PM
Saturday–Sunday: BAT Theatre presents Edgar Allan Poe's chilling tales in Burien, Oct. 17–18; check B-Town Blog for times and tickets.B-Town Blog · Oct 12, 8:26 AM
Saturday: Airport Part 150 Study Open House at Cedarhurst Elementary, Burien; public invited to learn about airport noise impact study.The Waterland Blog · Oct 10, 10:05 AM
Saturday, Oct. 24: Shark Garden Holiday Sale in Burien supports community display garden move; date for planning.B-Town Blog · Oct 12, 5:01 PM

Sports

Sunday, Oct. 19: Highline vs. Mercer Island girls JV volleyball; watch live on NFHS Network.NFHS Network · Oct 16, 4:24 AM

Community & volunteering

Saturday: Green Burien Day at Hilltop Park needs volunteers; register through B-Town Blog for cleanup and community activities.B-Town Blog · Oct 14, 10:11 AM

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