Washington closes campgrounds, cuts recreation services amid $8M budget shortfall
Washington's DNR shuts down campgrounds, impacting recreation services for 2026 due to budget constraints.7 months ago
FEMA begins home inspections in WA counties hit by December storms
Federal housing inspectors are fanning out across 10 Washington counties to assess damage from the severe storms, and flooding that struck the state.7 months ago
Measles case in King County infant prompts exposure warning in Bellevue, Seattle
Public health officials are warning residents of potential measles exposures in King County after confirming a measles case in an infant.7 months ago
Snow drought threatens Washington’s water supply
A new federal report found that Washington has entered spring with a growing water crisis ahead.7 months ago
$34.5 billion short: Sound Transit wants your input on future light rail projects
Sound Transit launched a survey on its $34.5 billion shortfall as Tacoma's City Council warns that further delays would hurt the South Sound.7 months ago
Washington doctors are sounding alarm on cannabis health effects, survey shows
A survey reveals Washington clinicians' worries over cannabis health impacts, a decade after legalization.7 months ago
Burien man arrested after troopers reportedly catch him speeding at 130 mph
A high-speed chase on I-5 culminated in a crash and arrest of a Burien man, raising concerns about reckless driving.7 months ago
WATCH: AI Takes the Mound — Mariners train against virtual big-leaguers
Discover how Mariners train with AI, facing virtual pitchers at Spring Training in Peoria for enhanced performance.7 months ago
Harbor seal shot in the face shows signs of recovery
A harbor seal shot in the face is recovering, now swimming, eating, and gaining weight, near Hood Canal.8 months ago
Cost for I‑5 replacement bridge soars as Washington, Oregon push to begin construction in 2028
New estimates reveal the I-5 replacement bridge could cost $7.8 billion as WA and OR officials push for project initiation.8 months ago
Seattle’s Real Time Crime Center triples arrest odds, according to police review
Seattle’s Real Time Crime Center, which launched in May 2025, is changing the way the department responds to crime.8 months ago
‘Companies have options’: Seattle business community reacts to Starbucks’ Tennessee expansion
Starbucks plans a Nashville office, stirring reactions from Seattle's business community about its impact on local dynamics.8 months ago
Suspect arrested in fatal Bellevue hit-and-run
A 68-year-old suspect arrested in hit-and-run that killed a woman in Bellevue. Police provide updates on the ongoing investigation.8 months ago
‘Millionaire tax’ clears House committee despite Republican pushback
Washington's first income tax passes key committee despite GOP opposition.8 months ago
Active tuberculosis case linked to Rainier Beach High School; 130 to be tested
An active tuberculosis case has been reported at Rainier Beach High School.8 months ago
North Mercer Island residents can resume flushing after sewer blockage clears
The City of Mercer Island previously urged residents on the north end to limit their water use after a sewer line became blocked on Tuesday.8 months ago
Bellevue Police highlight ‘unprecedented’ decline in property crime
The Bellevue Police Department is touting a steep drop in overall crime and property crime in 2025.8 months ago
New Southern Resident orca calf spotted in L pod
A new calf joins the Southern Resident orcas in the Salish Sea, marking a significant moment for marine conservation efforts.9 months ago
New 3% card fee hits ferry riders March 1
If you use plastic to pay for your ferry ride, it’s about to cost a little extra. Beginning March 1, WSF will add a 3% fee to all fares paid by credit or debit card.9 months ago
Bruce Lee Forever stamp to be unveiled in Seattle’s CID
The U.S. Postal Service will unveil a new Bruce Lee Forever stamp Wednesday at a public ceremony in Seattle’s Chinatown–International District (CID).9 months ago
2 Enumclaw High School students arrested during walkout after reported assault
Two students arrested during a walkout at Enumclaw High School after a reported assault related to immigration issues.9 months ago
WA Senate honors Seahawks’ Super Bowl victory
The Washington State Senate honors the Seattle Seahawks' championship win with a unanimous resolution celebrating their success.9 months ago
Police investigating machete attack in Seattle’s Central District
The Seattle Police Department is investigating a machete attack that severed a man’s fingers Thursday afternoon in the city’s Central District neighborhood.9 months ago
