Thurston County declares a loneliness crisis. Here’s what that means
Loneliness impacts mental and physical health; Thurston County's declaration highlights urgent need for community support and solutions.1 year ago
Snow flurries on Snoqualmie cause spinouts and crashes, I-90 shut down overnight
All lanes are back open on I-90 through Snoqualmie Pass after multiple crashes shut the highway down for hours on Thursday evening.1 year ago
Travel nurse files suit against Overlake for alleged patient attack, sexual assault
On Wednesday, a travel nurse filed a lawsuit against Overlake Medical Center and a patient, after she said the patient attacked and sexually assaulted her last year.1 year ago
WA couple sues Delta, Japan Airlines following injuries from minor ground collision at SEA Airport
A Washington couple is the first to file a lawsuit against Delta Airlines and Japan Airlines after the two planes had a minor collision while taxiing at the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport in early February.1 year ago
Several Western Washington dental offices receive threatening letters
Several dental offices in the Western Washington area have received threatening letters in the mail.1 year ago
Parents speak out after middle school student killed by runaway car
The parents of a 12-year-old middle school student killed by a runaway car speak out about the tragedy.1 year ago
Port Angeles fire kills five-year-old, seriously injures one-year-old
Sunday fire crews responded to a mobile home fire that killed a five-year-old and seriously injured a one-year-old, said the Clallam County Sheriff’s Office.1 year ago
Local concern rising after stock market plunge
The U.S. stock market saw a deeper sell-off on Monday as investors reacted to ongoing economic uncertainties, including trade policies and concerns over tariffs.1 year ago
Sergeant David Rainy does not exist; Do not send money to Sergeant Rainy
Residents of Thurston and Lewis County warned about a scammer impersonating Sergeant David Rainy demanding money.1 year ago
Fire in multi-housing building displaces families in Issaquah
Fire crews answered a call of a fire in a three-story multi-housing building in Issaquah on Sunday afternoon. Around 5:17 p.m. on Sunday, crews from Eastside Fire & Rescue arrived at 4600 West Sammamish Parkway Southeast to flames coming out of one of the units. The fire was on the first floor and threatening to […]1 year ago
Woman, neighbor attacked with axe in Skagit County
A woman was injured after she was attacked by a metal baton and an axe in Marblemount, Skagit County.1 year ago
Seattle man faces 35 felony charges of stealing 11 firearms, 5 cars in months-long crime spree
A Seattle man faces multiple felony charges for stealing firearms and cars during a months-long crime spree.1 year ago
Court docs: Kingston dad threatened teen son with nail gun, tied him up before killing estranged wife
Chilling court docs detail how a father violated a no-contact order, threatened his teen son, and murdered his estranged wife in front of their children.1 year ago
‘He was one of a kind:’ Family mourns son, brother killed in USPS facility shooting
A Puyallup family is remembering 27-year-old Edward Poloka, a United States Postal Service worker murdered inside a Tukwila distribution center on Tuesday.1 year ago
Did you feel it? 3.9 magnitude earthquake reported near Port Angeles
A 3.9 magnitude earthquake hit near Port Angeles Wednesday afternoon, according to the Pacific Northwest Seismic Network (PNSN).1 year ago
Tariffs could mean higher prices on these items in Washington
The effects of President Donald Trump’s tariffs are likely to be felt quickly across Washington, according to governance and economic experts watching the policy unfold.1 year ago
Man hit by car, killed while crossing the street in Parkland
PARKLAND, Wash. — A 28-year-old was killed after getting hit by a car while crossing the street in Parkland around 7 p.m. on Monday. According to Washington State Patrol (WSP), the Spanaway man was crossing Pacific Ave S at 126th Street S when he was hit by a vehicle heading south. The vehicle spun out […]1 year ago
Seafair 2025: More dates, events and new air show
SEATTLE — A beloved Seattle summer tradition is returning for its 76th year, with “bigger, better and bolder” experiences. Seafair has become a multi-week festival celebrating all-things boating and airshows. Organizers say this year’s festival will have more events, more days, and more ways to celebrate. Also new this year is an airshow performance from […]1 year ago
Fight prompts Tacoma Mall to go on lockdown
TACOMA, Wash. — Tacoma Mall was on lockdown for a time Sunday after a fight prompted evacuations and fear of a shooting. Tacoma Police told the public that around 5:15 p.m., they received a call of a possible shooting at the Tacoma Mall. Police were told that people were running away from the area. Follow […]1 year ago
Suspect in custody after pistol-whipping two adults in Des Moines
A suspect is in custody after allegedly attacking two adults in their Des Moines home early Friday morning.1 year ago
14-year-old driver killed in early morning crash on I-405
A 14-year-old driver died and passengers were injured in a collision on I-405 in Bothell early Saturday morning.1 year ago
Washington residents, Ukrainian refugees react to Trump-Zelenskyy meeting
Ukrainian refugees in Washington share their thoughts on the Trump-Zelenskyy meeting and its impact on their uncertain future.1 year ago
Juvenile with gun arrested at Kentwood High School
Deputies with the King County Sheriff’s Office responded to an incident at Kentwood High School Friday afternoon.1 year ago