Seattle ambulance contractor pays $1.4M in fines
The private ambulance contractor for the Seattle Fire Department paid nearly $1.4 million last year for violating the terms of its contract with Seattle and arriving late to calls.4 years ago
Coast Guard responds to oil spill near San Juan Island
The U.S. Coast Guard is responding to a diesel spill off the west coast of Washington state’s San Juan Island after a 49-foot (15-meter) fishing vessel sank with an estimated 2,600 gallons (9,854 liters) of fuel on board.4 years ago
FBI seized top secret documents in Trump estate search
“Not only will I not oppose the release of documents," Trump said. "I am going a step further by ENCOURAGING the immediate release of those documents.”4 years ago
State helping fight fire threatening WA homes, sewer plant
A fire threatening homes, infrastructure and a sewer plant in central Washington has prompted a state response, including aircraft.4 years ago
Oregon ski area sued over Tacoma child’s death
The parents of a 9-year-old child who died skiing at Mt. Bachelor ski area in central Oregon last year have filed a $49 million wrongful death lawsuit against the resort and its parent company, Powdr Corp.4 years ago
Spokane doctor accused in kidnapping for hire plot pleads guilty
A Spokane medical doctor accused of hiring someone on the dark web to kidnap his estranged wife pleaded guilty Wednesday to two counts of threats in interstate commerce as part of a plea deal.4 years ago
Trump says FBI conducting search of Mar-a-Lago estate
Former President Donald Trump said in a lengthy statement Monday that the FBI was conducting a search of his Mar-a-Lago estate.4 years ago
FAA clears Boeing to resume deliveries of 787 Dreamliner
Federal regulators said Monday they are satisfied with changes Boeing has made in the production of its 787 Dreamliner passenger jet, clearing the way for the company to resume deliveries to airline customers “in the coming days.”4 years ago
Sue Bird at peace for what could be final game in Seattle
Seattle is currently the No. 4 seed ahead of Washington with a week left in the regular season.4 years ago
Sheriff’s Office deputy fired after jailed person found dead
The Franklin County Sheriff’s Office in southeast Washington has fired a probationary corrections deputy after a person in custody was found unresponsive and died in a jail observation holding cell.4 years ago
WA Supreme Court rules on multiple benefits of trust lands
The Washington state Supreme Court on Thursday ruled the Department of Natural Resources can continue to manage state trust lands for the financial benefit of schools and other institutions.4 years ago
Seattle Chamber halts fight against city’s big business tax
The Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce will not appeal the latest court decision upholding the city’s tax on big businesses.4 years ago
Seattle mayor nominates new director of police board
Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell has announced his pick for the new civilian director of the Seattle Police Department’s Office of Police Accountability, which investigates police misconduct and recommends discipline to the police chief.4 years ago
Amazon sues admins of 10K Facebook groups over fake reviews
Amazon has filed a lawsuit against administrators of more than 10,000 Facebook groups it accuses of coordinating fake reviews in exchange for money or free products.4 years ago
Lawmakers, wildlife officials study E-bikes on trails
The use of electric bikes is surging, so lawmakers and wildlife officials are studying their impacts on trails to determine where they should be allowed.4 years ago
Washington Supreme Court to decide capital gains tax case
The Washington Supreme Court has agreed to review a decision by a lower court that overturned a new capital gains tax on high profit stocks, bonds and other assets.4 years ago
Japan’s ex-leader Shinzo Abe assassinated during a speech
Former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe was assassinated Friday on a street in western Japan by a gunman who opened fire on him as he delivered a campaign speech4 years ago
One scandal too many: British PM Boris Johnson resigns
Johnson, who took Britain out of the European Union and steered it through COVID-19 and the war in Ukraine was brought down by one too many scandals.4 years ago
Forest Service green-lights new monitors on Glacier Peak
The U.S. Forest Service has given the green light to install new seismometers on Glacier Peak, classified as one of the most dangerous volcanoes in the United States.4 years ago
New study says decrease in salmon threatens killer whales
Southern Resident killer whales have not had enough food for several years, which could affect their already small numbers.4 years ago
Puget Sound crabbing starts Friday
Crabbing seasons starts July 1 in most Puget Sound areas.4 years ago
I-84 reopens in Columbia River Gorge after crash, fuel spill
State transportation officials closed Interstate 84 Monday between Troutdale and The Dalles in Oregon along the Columbia River for hours Monday because of a crash that resulted in a fire and fuel spill.4 years ago
Nevada man sentenced for assault on Vegas-Seattle flight
A 41-year-old Nevada man has been ordered to serve six months home confinement and pay more than $49,000 in restitution after pleading guilty to assault and interference with crew members during a 2019 flight from Seattle to Las Vegas.4 years ago
