Heather Bosch
Mason County buried in snow, downed power lines
Heavy snow and high winds packed such a punch to Mason County. Now utility crews are having to cut their way through fallen trees on roadways in order to reach downed power lines.13 days ago
Seattle Children’s says severity of omicron seems less than delta
The omicron variant is pushing U.S. infection rates to new highs and children are not being spared, albeit with more mild cases.14 days ago
How Lynden church helped rally community as destructive flood swept across region
A Lynden church describes how it quickly had to transition into a shelter for those displaced by devastating flooding early in the week.2 months ago
After 15 months of ‘bureaucratic malaise,’ Point Roberts residents get relief as border reopens
Starting next Monday, residents of Point Roberts will get long-awaited relief, when the US/Canada border reopens to nonessential travel.2 months ago
Local races have direct impact on daily lives for Washington voters
With few major issues or races, this may feel like an off-year election, but it could have a bigger impact on your daily life than last fall's presidential vote.3 months ago
Renton couple recounts unimaginable loss, road to recovery following escape from 2020 wildfire
A Renton couple who suffered unimaginable loss during an Eastern Washington wildfire in September of 2020 continues to recover.3 months ago
Washington lawmaker is locked out of capitol over COVID vaccine mandate
A Washington state lawmaker says he's been locked out of the state capitol in Olympia over the COVID vaccine mandate.3 months ago
Seattle Police Department mobilizes for officer shortage due to vaccine mandate
The Seattle Police Department told all of its officers to be prepared to handle 911 calls, in the event hundreds are fired for defying the vaccine mandate.3 months ago
Washington Hospitality Association: Requiring proof of vaccine needs to be consistent
Starting Oct. 25, residents of King County will need to proof of vaccination against COVID or a negative test to go indoors for recreation or entertainment.4 months ago
Former Seahawks CB Richard Sherman reveals counseling, medication after July arrest
In a Youtube video post on Wednesday, former Seahawks cornerback Richard Sherman said he has been talking to counselors and taking medication.4 months ago
Federal Way man fears for his family in Afghanistan
Images of Afghans desperately trying to leave at the airport in Kabul are startling to anyone, but they are particularly agonizing to Ahmad Shir Abid.5 months ago
State hospital leaders sound off as delta variant, and frustration, spreads
There's no break for health care workers in Washington as hospitals are filling up and the delta variant is the dominant variant statewide.6 months ago
Seattle funeral home opens to public as cooling center
Columbia Funeral Home in South Seattle opened its chapel and visitation room on Monday until 5 p.m. to use as a cooling center.7 months ago
Owner of Point Roberts’ only grocery store says she can’t afford to stay open
The owner of Point Roberts' only grocery store says she will be forced to close next month if Canada and the U.S. don't ease border restrictions.7 months ago
Why the pandemic is fueling violence and negative behavior
A recent surge in gun violence may be linked to the pandemic. In fact, the pandemic, and what it's doing to our brains, may be fueling all kinds of risky behavior.7 months ago
Puget Sound wedding industry springs back to life ahead of state reopening
Wedding vendors and venues say they're quickly filling up their 2023 calendars, and are eager at the chance to do business and bring smiles.7 months ago
‘Quite the conundrum’ as Washington businesses struggle to find workers
Now, with the state poised to fully reopen, many Western Washington businesses are sounding a similar refrain: They can't find enough workers.7 months ago
Rocks thrown onto I-90 injure two people, damage cars
The Washington State Patrol is looking for the person who threw rocks or other debris onto I-90 near downtown Seattle on Tuesday night.8 months ago
Biden signs bill that marks big news for Seattle’s cruise industry
President Biden signed the Alaska Tourism Restoration Act on Monday, which lifts a requirement that cruise ships must stop in a foreign port.8 months ago
Why emotional, mental health impacts of COVID may linger
Cases of COVID-19 and pandemic restrictions may be dropping, but for many, the emotional and mental health impacts of the past year will linger.8 months ago
Seattle consumer prices up 3.4% from 2020 as US deals with inflation
You're not imagining it: Prices for just about everything are up. Even locally, prices are soaring as the nation deals with a bout of inflation.8 months ago
Attorney: No justice yet in Tacoma death strikingly similar to George Floyd’s
In the wake of Derek Chauvin's conviction for the death of George Floyd, the Tacoma family of Manuel Ellis is still pushing for justice of its own.9 months ago
Back to school but not back to normal
Many middle and high school students statewide are setting foot in classrooms for the first time since March 2020, and it might take some getting used to.9 months ago
