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Jan 09

Every year in November and December, local news outlets diligently report on the annual epidemic that is package theft. Unfortunately, the new year doesn't offer much relief, with thieves striking at any time of year. If you're caught stealing packages, you could face serious fines or even jail time. read more

Dec 19

If you thought that the legalization of marijuana meant there would be no more pot arrests, you were incorrect. That's a lesson that a King County woman and several of her associates learned last month when they were arrested for their involvement in a drug ring. read more

Dec 05

If you're not driving in an extremely reckless manner, you've probably been stopped for something minor. However, if you've been pulled over and the office believes that you may have been drinking, they'll use their training to determine whether you're under the influence of alcohol or not. read more

Nov 21

Though they're often attributed to teens, there's no age limit on selfies. There's also, apparently, no age when grown adults realize that a selfie can do more than just get you likes—it can get you a long sentence in prison. That's the lesson that Samuel Morales Jr, 34, recently learned, according to a report from the Seattle PI. read more

Oct 26

Ever looked over at your neighbor's garden and thought that their rhododendrons would look much better on your side of the fence? Better head to your local greenhouse instead of picking up a shovel, because theft of another person's plant can be a surprisingly serious situation. read more

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