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
Sen. Patty Murray endorses Bob Ferguson for Wash. governor
Ferguson has been endorsed by more than 250 current and former elected officials, including Gov. Jay Inslee, Gov. Chris Gregoire and Senator Maria Cantwell.3 years ago
AI in Wash. schools: Reykdal introduces statewide ‘human-centered use’
Rather than banning the use of AI and other artificial chatbots, OSPI wants to urge "thoughtful, human-centered use" when using the tool.3 years ago
Last known remains of Green River Killer case ID’d
The King County Sheriff’s Office (KCSO) has identified the last set of remains from the Green River Killer case as belonging to Tammie Liles.3 years ago
Seattle City Council identifies eight finalists for open citywide seat
The eight finalists are: Juan J. Cotto, Neha Nariya, Mark Solomon, Vivian Song, Steven Strand, Mari Sugiyama, Linh Thai and Tanya Woo.3 years ago
14-year-old Mount Vernon girl remains missing after 2 weeks
Ella Jones is five feet, five inches tall and weighs 130 pounds. She has brown eyes, brown hair and "very distinct" dimples, according to her mother.3 years ago
Flight to Seattle forced to return to Tokyo after passenger bites crew
The female flight attendant sustained minor injuries while the male passenger was detained by police in Japan after the plane landed.3 years ago
Trump remains on Wash. GOP primary ballot after judge’s ruling
Judge Mary Sue Wilson heard arguments Thursday morning before deciding the state statute the lawsuit cited in its motion does not apply to her jurisdiction.3 years ago
With freezing temperatures comes drivers’ biggest worry, black ice
According to WSP, if a driver hits a spot of black ice, the best advice is to not hit the brakes and keep the steering wheel straight.3 years ago
Multiple Pierce County teens chased by suspicious man dressed in black
"A male jumped out of the bushes and attempted to grab her around the waist," the Pierce County Sheriff's Office stated in an online post.3 years ago
Push for tougher laws on obstructing traffic grows after recent protests
It is a misdemeanor when a group of three or more refuse to disperse after police instructed them to do so. MacEwen’s bill pushes the penalty to a felony.3 years ago
Nicki Minaj performing Seattle’s Climate Pledge Arena in March
Among the first dates on the first leg of her tour is Seattle, where she will perform her new album and more on March 10 at Climate Pledge Arena.3 years ago
Former Seattle resident found guilty of fraud worth $500k
McClellon was living in Seattle when he submitted fraudulent documents to obtain $500,000 in loans from three financial institutions in May and June 2020.3 years ago
5 killed in single-vehicle crash near Puyallup, SR 512 east closed
WSP is investigating a single-car crash south of Puyallup early Sunday morning where five people were killed. No other cars were involved.3 years ago
