Chinese mitten crab discovery in Oregon puts WA wildlife officials on alert
A second invasive Chinese mitten crab was found in Oregon's Willamette River last month, raising concerns for officials over its potential appearance in WA.8 months ago
Federal judges hand down prison terms to 3 western WA drug traffickers
Three Seattle-area men were sentenced to lengthy prison sentences in October due to their convictions for drug trafficking and firearms violations.8 months ago
Nearly century-old Lake City tavern to close after final live show this month
The nearly century-old Lake City bar, The Shanty Tavern, has announced it will host its final live show on Dec. 19 ahead of its owners' retirement and closure.8 months ago
‘Heavily intoxicated’ 25-year-old arrested for DUI after 3-car crash in Magnolia
A 25-year-old man was arrested for DUI after he crashed into two cars in Magnolia, which severely damaged both vehicles and a utility pole.8 months ago
Lacey men face federal charges after hammer attack on Army soldier at JBLM
Two former military members face charges for a brutal hammer attack on an Army soldier at Joint Base Lewis-McChord.8 months ago
Guitar Center theft suspects caught after listing stolen instruments online
A suspect faces charges for stealing guitars from a Redmond Guitar Center in a multi-state retail theft operation.8 months ago
Seattle rents remain sky-high while price growth lags national average
Rent has increased across the 50 largest metro areas since 2021, with Seattle remaining as a top city for rent prices amid its lower-than-average increases.8 months ago
Tacoma woman sentenced in $345K bank fraud scheme targeting credit union accounts
A Tacoma woman was sentenced to 30 months in prison on Thursday for a bank fraud scheme in which she stole more than $345,000 from credit union accounts.8 months ago
WA housing market sees more homes for sale as sales, prices dip
WA home sales rise with a 24% increase in listings as prices dip, marking a significant shift in the real estate landscape.8 months ago
Seattle ranked among top 5 most relaxed cities in U.S., study finds
Seattle is the third most relaxed city in the country across several factors, including residents' mental well-being, finances, and commute times, among others.8 months ago
Tim Leiweke receives presidential pardon amid bid-rigging charges
President Trump grants a pardon to Tim Leiweke amid ongoing federal investigations, highlighting a significant legal development.8 months ago
Car hauler without CDL arrested after multi-vehicle crash in Lacey, 3 injured
A large collision involving a school bus, a car hauler, and several other vehicles is blocking all lanes of northbound I-5 near Martin Way E. in Lacey.8 months ago
Felon faces 10+ charges after ramming police vehicle, injuring 2 SPD officers in Chinatown
An armed man was arrested in Chinatown Wednesday after he allegedly used a stolen vehicle to ram a police car, injuring two Seattle Police Department officers.8 months ago
Seattle Police launch nightly DUI patrols citywide this month
Every night throughout December, the Seattle Police Department Traffic Section will have officers patrolling the streets looking for impaired drivers.8 months ago
Spotify Wrapped 2025: Seattle’s top artists, songs, albums revealed
The 2025 edition of Spotify Wrapped was revealed on Wednesday, with a complete list of Seattle's go-to choices for artists, songs, and albums in 2025.8 months ago
‘Stain on humanity’: County prosecutor scorns legacy of ‘South Hill Rapist’ Kevin Coe
Kevin Coe, informally known as the "South Hill Rapist," died of natural causes on Wednesday morning.8 months ago
Ivar’s breaks 7-year expansion drought with new location
Washington's famous seafood bar, Ivar's, has announced that the opening of its newest location in Gig Harbor will take place in February of next year.8 months ago
DOJ files lawsuit against WA Secretary of State for withholding voter registration data
The U.S. Department of Justice filed a lawsuit on Tuesday, claiming that the WA Secretary of State, violated federal law by refusing to share voter rolls.8 months ago
Pedestrian critically injured after being struck by vehicle in Interbay
A driver collided with a pedestrian in Interbay on Monday, causing severe, possibly life-threatening injuries to the victim.8 months ago
Costco sues Trump administration over emergency tariffs, seeks refunds
Costco filed a federal lawsuit on Friday, claiming all tariffs collected under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act were unlawful.8 months ago
Amazon tests 30-minute delivery for groceries, essentials in Seattle
Amazon is beginning to test its new ultra-fast delivery service for urgent, high-demand items in parts of Seattle, reducing delivery time to 30 minutes or less.8 months ago
Vandals cause up to $30K in damage to Centralia Christmas light display
The City of Centralia's Christmas light display was heavily damaged by an unknown suspect last week, with police estimating the damage to be up to $30,000.8 months ago
Shattered window, expired tabs lead Seattle police to fentanyl bust
Seattle Police Department officers made a drug bust in First Hill on Sunday, seizing several grams of narcotics and plastic baggies.8 months ago
