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Flu now widespread in Washington state

The flu is now considered to be widespread in Washington state.
9 years ago

Stanwood armed robbers hit two stores in less than an hour

Police in Stanwood released surveillance footage of two armed robbery suspects who hit two stores overnight.
9 years ago

Why some sugary drinks are exempt from Seattle’s new sugar tax

It’s something coffee lovers may be pleased to hear. If you buy any drink from a Seattle coffee shop where milk is the first ingredient it will not be subject to the new sugar tax.
9 years ago

Small businesses prepare for mandatory paid sick leave starting Monday

Starting Monday all businesses in Washington State will have to offer their employees paid sick leave that includes part-time and seasonal workers.
9 years ago

Dangerous conditions for holiday travel over mountain passes

The mountain passes will be hit hard Friday with a mix of snow, freezing rain and sleet on what the Washington State Department of Transportation says is one of the busiest days for travel.
9 years ago

40-year-old dies after being handcuffed by Snohomish County deputies

The Snohomish County Multiple Agency Response Team is investigating after a man died after he was taken into custody in Everett.
9 years ago

New vaccine from UW could end annual flu shots

Flu cases are on the rise in Washington, with 10 lab-confirmed deaths as of Dec. 16. CDC maps show our state is still limited to regional flu activity but all bordering states show "widespread" activity.
9 years ago

Supporters turning in signatures to get use of force initiative on ballot

Supporters of an initiative to change the state's use of force law are turning in signatures to get it on next year’s ballot.
9 years ago

Amtrak victims work on healing after deadly derailment

Many Amtrak derailment victims continue recovering - physically and mentally - from the crash.
9 years ago

State official promised safety system before train service began on new route

Eleven months before a speeding Amtrak train flew off a bridge and onto I-5, David Smelser of the Washington State Department of Transportation's Rail Division made a promise to the Lakewood City Council.
9 years ago

Lakewood leaders warned of danger from new Amtrak train route

Lakewood city leaders and South Sound residents and media warned that the Point Defiance Bypass route where an Amtrak Cascades passenger train derailed near Lacey Monday.
9 years ago

Man shot, killed at Mount Vernon tattoo shop; gunman at large

A gunman remains on the loose after a man was shot and killed Sunday night at a Mount Vernon tattoo shop.
9 years ago

Two Bremerton police officers shot, suspect killed

Two Bremerton police officers are in the hospital with gunshot wounds after a 53-year-old man fired numerous shots at the officers.
9 years ago

Gov. Inslee budget addresses teacher pay, carbon tax, orcas

Gov. Jay Inslee is putting a carbon tax on the table as he lays out his budget for next year. If necessary, the money will go for court-ordered salary increases for teachers.
9 years ago

Body cam video shows moments Seattle officers fatally shot robbery suspect

The Seattle Police Department has released body camera video that shows the moments leading up to the fatal shooting of a robbery suspect by officers in a popular park.
9 years ago

2 teens shot behind King County Aquatic Center

Two teenagers were shot behind the King County Aquatic Center in Federal Way on Wednesday.
9 years ago

Robbery suspect killed in officer-involved shooting

A man is dead and a woman is in police custody after an officer-involved shooting in Seattle’s Magnuson Park.
9 years ago

Stage 1 burn ban called for King County

Officials with the Puget Sound Clean Air Agency said Sunday that due to sustained stagnant weather conditions and rising air pollution, a Stage 1 burn ban has been called for King County.
9 years ago

Father of student shot near high school urges shooter to come forward

Several days after a student from Graham-Kapowsin High School was shot several times, the father of the victim is urging the shooter to come forward.
9 years ago

Worker dies after falling into Duwamish River

A worker died after falling into the Duwamish River in South Seattle.
9 years ago

One killed in Lake Forest Park crash

One person is dead after a crash in Lake Forest Park.
9 years ago

Man shot in strip mall parking lot in Shoreline

A man is recovering after he was shot in a strip mall parking lot in Shoreline early Friday.
9 years ago

Mayor Jenny Durkan launches free college tuition plan

Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan is moving fast to keep one of her campaign promises, free college tuition for high school students.
9 years ago

Auburn police officer shoots man driving stolen car after chase

An Auburn police officer shot a man near Auburn Way North following a police chase on Wednesday.
9 years ago