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WSU researchers create electronic skin that could help prosthetics feel touch

Researchers at WSU have developed an electronic skin for prosthetics that can sense both pressure and temperature, a breakthrough that could one day help amputees regain a sense of touch.
2 months ago

One year after protest, organizers say Microsoft still needs to cut ties with Israeli military

One year after Microsoft workers, former employees, and community activists set up an encampment at Microsoft headquarters in Redmond, organizers said the big tech company still needs to cut ties to the Israeli military.
2 months ago

Hot Jimothy Summer Forever: Artist raises $271K for local food bank, businesses host paint-and-sips

A one-of-a-kind painting of Jimothy the Raccoon has raised more than $271,000 for the Ballard Food Bank, according to the artist who painted him.
2 months ago

Washington climbs in CNBC’s Top States for Business ranking, but concerns about costs remain

CNBC’s latest America’s Top States for Business ranking placed Washington 11th in the nation, up three spots from last year when it ranked 14th.
2 months ago

Independent investigation requested after woman falls critically ill at Thurston County Jail

The Mason County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after a 29-year-old woman fell critically ill while in custody at the Thurston County Jail.
2 months ago

Local photographer looks to take attention away from serial killer and put it back on his victims

A local photographer is daring you to look at places you may be tempted to ignore.
2 months ago

Alaska Airlines announces nonstop flights from Seattle to Athens and Paris

Alaska Airlines is adding two new nonstop flights from Seattle to Europe.
2 months ago

Starbucks laying off more than 200 employees including those who declined Nashville move

Starbucks is laying off more than 200 employees – including those who declined to move to Nashville.
2 months ago

Longview Police: Man arrested for masturbating outside daycare

A 46-year-old Longview man was arrested yesterday morning after police said he exposed himself and masturbated outside a local daycare.
2 months ago

Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson responds to recall effort against her as hearing date approaches

Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson addressed reporters Wednesday who asked about the recall petition filed against her while speaking about an unrelated executive order.
2 months ago

Pinpoint Alert for Saturday thunderstorm threat across Washington

There's potential for lightning in the mountains and even in some lowland locations, with the threat to those outdoors as well as the potential for lightning strikes to start new fires.
2 months ago

Body Cam: Watch the first moments police responded to the rapidly-growing Spokane fires

Newly released body camera footage showed the early stages of the Spokane Complex wildfires and police’s early response to those fires.
2 months ago

‘It is a high bar’: Inside the petition to recall Mayor Katie Wilson

A judge is set to hear a recall petition against Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson.
2 months ago

Family files tort claim after man dies at Federal Way hospital in police custody

The family of a man who died in police custody is filing a $50 million tort claim against the city of Federal Way.
2 months ago

Man killed inside Seattle apartment; police looking for suspect

A man was shot and killed inside an apartment in Seattle’s First Hill neighborhood.
2 months ago

Teen arrested in Seattle police chase also accused of armed robberies

A teenager will remain in juvenile lockup for his alleged role in a shooting and police chase in Rainier Beach.
2 months ago

Amazon to expand drone delivery program to nearly 500 cities, towns across U.S.

Amazon said it plans to expand its Prime Air drone delivery service to nearly 500 cities and towns across the U.S. by the end of 2026, increasing its reach sixfold.
2 months ago

Hearing date set for Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson recall effort

The move to recall Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson from office was assigned to a King County Civil Superior Court judge on Tuesday.
2 months ago

Dogs that attacked pregnant woman in Tacoma must be rehomed

The owner of two dogs that mauled a pregnant woman in Tacoma has been ordered to send the animals to a secure shelter outside the city.
2 months ago

‘They’re going to reconstruct his whole face’: South Lake Union hit-and-run leaves skateboarder severely injured

Seattle police are searching for the driver of a red, Acura sedan who struck a 20-year-old skateboarder and fled the scene in South Lake Union.
2 months ago

Seattle City Light sees uptick in phone scams

Seattle City Light says it’s seeing an uptick in phone scams – and it wants customers to be careful.
2 months ago

$2.5 million Lotto ticket sold in Seattle

Did you buy a Lotto ticket in Seattle? Washington’s Lottery said someone just won $2.5 million, and they’re waiting for that person to come forward.
2 months ago

Four arrested after getting caught shoplifting in Kent

Four people were arrested Sunday night after police said they tried to steal a large amount of clothing from a Kent retail store.
2 months ago

Driver arrested after falling asleep in the middle of Aurora Avenue with a gun on his lap

Seattle police blocked multiple lanes of Aurora Avenue N. on Sunday morning after a driver reportedly fell asleep in the middle of the road with a gun in his lap.
2 months ago