Bonney Lake woman dies in Pierce County Jail days after arrest
A 31-year-old woman from Bonney Lake died at the Pierce County Jail on Friday, with the cause of her death yet to be determined.11 months ago
Amazon lays off more Seattle, Bellevue employees amid corporate restructuring
Amazon announced another round of layoffs on Saturday that will affect 84 employees in Seattle and Bellevue, which the company labeled a "business decision."11 months ago
Tractor-trailer driver held on $100K bail after fatal SR 167 crash in Auburn
The driver of a tractor-trailer who was arrested for vehicular homicide in Auburn made his first appearance in court Friday and is being held on $100,000 bail.11 months ago
‘Just heartbreaking’: Looters on kayaks prey on Snohomish flood victims
Following the floods that have displaced hundreds of residents throughout Washington, looters have been seen on kayaks stealing from properties in Snohomish.11 months ago
4 earthquakes recorded near Concrete in less than 2 hours Monday morning
Four earthquakes, measuring up to nearly three on the Richter scale, were recorded within three hours of each other near Concrete on Monday morning.11 months ago
Aurora Avenue strip club declared nuisance after probe uncovers prostitution, illegal alcohol sales
Club Dollhouse on Aurora Avenue faces nuisance designation due to findings of prostitution and illegal alcohol sales.11 months ago
James Beard Award-winning chef to open beer hall in Seattle, among 2 other restaurants
A James Beard Award-winner and one of Seattle's most renowned chefs, Renee Erickson, has two new restaurants opening in Pioneer Square today.11 months ago
Officer, suspect in hospital after shooting in downtown Bellevue
A large police presence responded to an officer-involved shooting in downtown Bellevue near the Transit Center on Friday.11 months ago
SR 9 closed in both directions near Snohomish due to flooding
Both directions of State Route 9 near Snohomish have been closed due to water over the highway near Lowell Larimer to Marsh Road at milepost 7 to 8.11 months ago
Monroe man pleads guilty to smuggling woman into U.S., forcing her into unpaid labor
A 57-year-old Monroe man pleaded guilty to harboring an alien for financial gain after he smuggled a woman across the border and forced her to do unpaid labor.11 months ago
Alaska Lounge ranked second-worst airport lounge in U.S., study finds
The Alaska Airlines "Alaska Lounge" was ranked by J.D. Power as one of the worst airport lounges in the U.S. on Wednesday.11 months ago
Moshi Moshi owner sells popular sushi restaurant, blames Seattle’s ‘economically destructive’ policies
The former co-owner of Moshi Moshi Sushi & Izakaya announced last week that he will sell the restaurant due to "severe burnout" from operating in Seattle.11 months ago
Wild Waves closing permanently in 2026, citing millions in losses since COVID
Federal Way's famous theme park, Wild Waves, announced Wednesday that the 2026 season will be its final year of operation due to rising operating costs.11 months ago
3 adults, dog rescued from flooding on Middle Fork Snoqualmie River
Three adults and a dog were rescued from a massive flood on the Middle Fork Snoqualmie River Wednesday morning after their home flooded from excessive rainfall.11 months ago
‘He loves his job’: SPD spotlights comfort dog Ryan’s work with 100+ survivors
Discover how Ryan the comfort dog aids over 100 survivors, showcasing his vital role in the Seattle Police Department.11 months ago
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.11 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.11 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.11 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.11 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.11 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.11 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.11 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.11 months ago
