Governor loses lawsuit after being accused of ‘secret negotiations’
The lawsuit claims OFM failed to provide public records in connection with the governor’s “secret negotiations" with public sector employee unions.4 years ago
Joe Kent: ‘We have a very broken system’ ahead of Trump indictment
"This is different, they're actually going to indict him for things that essentially are, at worst, a campaign finance violation," Kent said.4 years ago
‘The Last of Us’ Season 2, set in Seattle, to be filmed in BC
The series premiere was watched by 4.7 million viewers on the first day it was released — the second-biggest for HBO since 2010.4 years ago
Mother blames police pursuit law for death of daughter
"If the man was able to be pursued and get caught, then he could have been in jail where he belonged," Goldade said.4 years ago
Rare vintage car worth $90,000 stolen in Gig Harbor
A rare 1929 Hudson Super Six was stolen in Gig Harbor as state-wide car thefts continue to escalate across the region.4 years ago
SPOG President: SPD is the ‘most accountable agency, bar none’
But allegations of unnecessary force by the (SPD) were down 61% in 2021 compared to 2020, a trend that has continued through 2023.4 years ago
Aggressive owl wreaking havoc in local Whidbey park
South Whidbey Parks and Recreation believes this owl is a great horned owl, and provided a map of its presumed location.4 years ago
Seattle Police consent decree set to end after more than a decade
The consent decree court order between the City of Seattle and its police department is set to expire after 11 years.4 years ago
Investigation leads to 27 indictments in West Coast fentanyl drug bust
U.S. Attorney Nick Brown told KIRO newsradio that this was a wiretap investigation that lasted for more than a year.4 years ago
Federal Way gun buyback program stirs debate in its effectiveness
This trend is reaching national levels, as gun buyback events in Texas and Wisconsin late last year netted approximately 1,350 guns in total.4 years ago
Chateau Ste. Michelle announces 2023 Summer Concert Series lineup
The lineup for Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery's 2023 Summer Concert Series is here with tickets set to go on sale at 10 a.m. Monday, April 3.4 years ago
10-month-old girl found after being abducted near Des Moines area
Washington State Patrol (WSP) searched and found a 10-month-old Gihanna Smith, who was allegedly abducted.4 years ago
Remo Borracchini, owner of beloved 100-year-old bakery, dies at 92
But, like many other local community establishments, Borracchini’s had to close due to the COVID-19 pandemic.4 years ago
Lawyer: WA Supreme Court has ‘convoluted opinion’ over capital gains tax
The capital gains tax, signed last year by Gov. Jay Inslee, went into effect in Jan. 2022, before it was stopped by lawsuits.4 years ago
ESD: Washington gained more than 15,000 jobs in February
While Washington’s unemployment rate remained constant at 4.6%, the state gained approximately 15,300 jobs last month.4 years ago
14-year-old student allegedly attacks teacher at Alderwood Middle School
The incident resulted in the arrest and emergency expulsion of the student. The teacher is currently at the hospital.4 years ago
Seattle small landlords blame regulations for 14% drop in properties
Tangentially, the share of large rental properties -- property owners owning between 21 and 200 units -- grew by 12% over the same time span.4 years ago
Seattle lawyer on tenants: ‘Lot of reasons to reject somebody with criminal history’
The court ruled the ordinance violated landlords' First Amendment rights after a lawsuit was filed by the RHA of Washington.4 years ago
Eviction notices one of most dangerous jobs a police officer faces
Assaults on officers in Washington state increased in 2022 by nearly 20%. For those serving eviction notices, the percentage nearly doubles.4 years ago
Speculating potential Trump charges as country awaits indictment
"I think the charges they are going to make against Trump here is something like falsifying business records," Farenthold said.4 years ago
Fatal overdose victim abandoned at Seattle Children’s parking lot
Sources told Jason Rantz there was a note left on the windshield explaining she died of an overdose. SPD is currently looking for a suspect.4 years ago
Seattle dives into professional cricket with new franchise, the Orcas
The Orcas will be one of six U.S. teams in Major League Cricket, alongside Dallas, San Francisco, New York City, Los Angeles, and Washington, D.C.4 years ago
Seattle City Attorney: Time to create ‘accountability in the public safety system’
The Seattle City Attorney identified 118 individuals who were responsible for over 2,400 cases referred to the office over the past 5 years.4 years ago