Senate bill to raise penalties on cannabis shop ‘smash-and-grabs’ passes 49-0
Cannabis stores have been legal in Washington for nearly a decade, and the state is bringing in nearly half a billion dollars a year in tax revenue.3 years ago
Archdiocese of Seattle announces final plan to consolidate Catholic parishes
The consolidation will see 136 parishes become 60 parish families, according to a letter recently written by Archbishop Paul Etienne.3 years ago
Gun store in Federal Way faces $3M fine for selling high-capacity mags
In March 2022, the Washington Legislature passed a law -- requested by Ferguson -- banning the sale of ammunition magazines that hold more than 10 rounds.3 years ago
SPD: Alleged drug-trafficking brothers arrested with 30 pounds of meth
The investigation into the drug traffickers, who allegedly are brothers, took several months with SPD working alongside federal law enforcement partners.3 years ago
Marysville teachers, parents rally against superintendent, school board
This comes after the Maryville Education Association overwhelmingly voted "no confidence" in Superintendent Zachary Robbins, Ph.D.3 years ago
WA artists took center stage at Sunday night’s Grammy Awards
Carlile's best moment of the night came alongside music legend Joni Mitchell, who made her first appearance at the Grammys at the age of 80.3 years ago
Missing 8-year-old boy found unharmed, father still missing
An 8-year-old child missing since Thursday night was found safe Friday evening, the Seattle Police Department (SPD) reported.3 years ago
Lone emu, nicknamed Elliot, found roaming Highway 16 in WA
The emu, Elliot, has a new home at Center Valley Animal Rescue sanctuary after no owner came forward to claim him.3 years ago
Arlington Police: Weapon found at Arlington High School
The Arlington Police Department took a student to the Denney Juvenile Justice Center after receiving a report that someone was carrying a weapon on campus.3 years ago
Governor finds LCB’s lewd law suspension ‘well-reasoned and appropriate’
But the decision to suspend enforcing lewd conduct infractions came after JET conducted unannounced inspections of various establishments.3 years ago
Outbreak of deadly fungus C. auris hits King County
The first case was identified at Kindred Hospital Seattle through its Partners for Patient Safety Program which includes proactive screenings.3 years ago
Missing Mount Vernon girl, 14, found safe in Michigan
Law enforcement officials found Ella Jones, a girl who's been missing from Mount Vernon, unharmed in South Haven, Michigan after nearly a month.3 years ago
Gee Scott: ‘This is a new era, it starts today’ with Macdonald joining Seahawks
Macdonald, 36, will be the youngest head coach in the NFL. Carroll, 72, was the oldest head coach in the NFL last season.3 years ago
Burien police intercept vehicle with $1.5M worth of drugs from California
"Without their efforts, this would have ... been on the streets today," the Burien Police Department said.3 years ago
Cell phones would be banned in Wash. schools under new bill
Some Washington public schools and districts have already executed a phone ban, including the Peninsula School District.3 years ago
Bill toughening animal abuse punishments passes Washington House
Animal cruelty in the first degree is a Class C felony in Washington, punishable by up to five years in prison an fine as high as $10,000.3 years ago
Lawmakers arguing whether clergy have a ‘duty’ to report child abuse
A previous version of this bill requiring clergy to report child abuse was introduced last year, but it stalled in the state Senate.3 years ago
Friday marked Seattle’s first 5 p.m. sunset of 2024
Both the Oregon and Washington coasts are already enjoying 5 p.m. sunsets, and Portland received its first one on Jan. 21, five days before Seattle.3 years ago
Seattle-area layoffs: Microsoft, REI start 2024 with workforce reductions
Microsoft has decided to lay off 1,900 employees working for Activision Blizzard and Xbox -- two videogame workforces within the company -- this week.3 years ago
‘Now an expectation’: Volunteer group finds human remains in Seattle park
The remains were found on Jan. 8 beneath the Aurora Bridge on an embankment on the north side of Dexter Avenue, Seattle police (SPD) announced.3 years ago
Tanya Woo chosen to join Seattle City Council for citywide seat
Newly-elected councilmembers Bob Kettle, Cathy Moore, Maritza Rivera and Rob Saka all endorsed Tanya Woo for the Position 8 seat.3 years ago
Civilian-led Police Accountability: Seattle cop Auderer violated policy with bodycam-captured comments
A discipline meeting for Auderer was held Tuesday, with the office's discipline recommendations being forwarded to Seattle's Police Chief after the meeting.3 years ago
Seattle resident charged with stalking Taylor Swift in New York
Swift has been a target of stalking for years, including numerous people approaching her homes or even trying to break inside.3 years ago
