Engineers to ask Seattle City Council for mandatory earthquake retrofits
On Feb. 28, 2001, the ground beneath Seattle shook with such violence many buildings were red-tagged as unsafe to inhabit.9 years ago
NB I-5 in Tumwater closed by fuel spill
All lanes of northbound I-5 are closed in Tumwater because of a fuel spill caused by a disabled semi.9 years ago
Homicide detectives investigate shooting in West Seattle
Police are investigating a homicide after a shooting in West Seattle on Tuesday night. The shooting happened in the 8100 block of 31st Ave SW.9 years ago
Tree that withstood Oso slide comes down
The tree that remained standing after a deadly mudslide in Oso was taken down Saturday. There was a solemn ceremony to say goodbye to the 100-foot-tall spruce along the White Horse Trail.9 years ago
Seattle considers nightly tax, new regulations for Airbnb hosts
The City of Seattle is considering a tax on Airbnb businesses as it attempts to balance the service with its housing crisis.9 years ago
Bruce Harrell to decide if he’ll remain Seattle mayor
Seattle's new mayor, Bruce Harrell, will announce whether he’ll choose to stay in the position until the November election.9 years ago
Man dies from injuries in Columbia City shooting
Homicide detectives are now investigating a shooting in Columbia City that killed a man Thursday evening.9 years ago
Several school zones in Western Washington receive failing grades for distracted driving
Western Washington school zones don't make the grade when it comes to traffic and road safety around schools and students.9 years ago
Chick-fil-A opening in Federal Way Thursday
Police are on hand at a new Chick-fil-A restaurant in Federal Way to direct traffic.9 years ago
Local emergency management page accidentally posts anti-protester meme
The Chelan County Emergency Management Facebook page shared what leaders call an inappropriate and hurtful post about protesters.9 years ago
Nearly 2 dozen in Washington, Oregon could be charged in massive poaching case
Investigators combed through hours of footage shot on cellphones, and with cameras, showing wildlife tracked, cornered and gunned down. One hundred animals or more were killed simply for the thrill of it.9 years ago
Washington first responders head to Irma
At the Pierce County Emergency Management warehouse, an 80-member team from Washington State raced for a Friday night flight to face Hurricane Irma and rescue those who need help.9 years ago
Family of Charleena Lyles, woman killed by Seattle police, sues two officers
Attorneys representing the estate of a pregnant black woman fatally shot by two white Seattle police officers filed a claims form against the city in August.9 years ago
Seahawks Russell Wilson launches app to change fan, celebrity connection
Seahawks Russell Wilson is diving in deeper as an entrepreneur. The beloved quarterback has launched his new "TraceMe" app.9 years ago
Multimillion-dollar speed limit signs could better ease congestion if speeds enforced, engineer says
The lead engineer behind multimillion dollar speed signs near Seattle says they're not being used to capacity.9 years ago
Police: Missing Kirkland teen located, doing well
Kirkland police said they have located a 13-year-old girl who was reported missing on Tuesday.9 years ago
Jolly Mountain wildfire creeping closer to homes
The Jolly Mountain wildfire that continues to burn northwest of Cle Elum is now coming ever closer to homes.9 years ago
Marysville restaurant denies pregnant woman service for wearing crop top
A Marysville restaurant kicked out a pregnant woman because she was wearing a crop top and her baby bump was showing.9 years ago
2017-2018 new bell schedules for Seattle Public Schools
Seattle Public Schools will have new school bell schedules for the 2017-2018 school year. The change in schedule will allow more time for student learning and teacher collaboration.9 years ago
State of emergency for fire danger declared for all Washington counties
Washington state Governor Jay Inslee has delcared a state of emergency for all counties in the state.9 years ago
Washington State Troopers issue almost 100 tickets under new distracted driving law
Washington state troopers have issued nearly 1,000 warnings and nearly 100 tickets to drivers since the state's new distracted driving laws took effect in July.9 years ago
2 of 3 Seattle brothers in child porn probe face judge
Two of three elderly brothers accused of child sexual exploitation appeared in court.9 years ago
Construction kicks off for new Mukilteo ferry terminal
Construction of the new Mukilteo ferry terminal kicked off with a celebration on Wednesday. The future ferry terminal site is one-third mile east of the existing terminal.9 years ago
