Des Moines, WA news on Saturday, October 17, 2026

In Des Moines, WA on Saturday, October 17, 2026: Coach shooting arrests; downtown patrols added. Also: Two suspects arrested in September fatal shooting of Des Moines youth basketball coach; I-5 through Kent has overnight lane and ramp closures October 19-23 for maintenance. Weather: Mostly cloudy Saturday with highs near 62°F, light rain and winds up to 13 mph.

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Headlines

Two suspects arrested in September fatal shooting of Des Moines youth basketball coach.KING5.com · Oct 16, 6:02 PM

Safety & emergencies

Two downtown shootings prompt Des Moines police to add patrols in downtown area.The Waterland Blog · Oct 16, 5:05 PM

Traffic & transport

I-5 through Kent has overnight lane and ramp closures October 19-23 for maintenance.Auburn Reporter · Oct 16, 1:54 PM

Business & new openings

Nonprofit proposes new performing arts center that would reuse Des Moines' former city hall.Business Record · Oct 16, 12:00 AM

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