WSU lifting COVID-19 vaccine mandate, legal experts weigh in on move
The Washington State University is lifting its COVID-19 vaccine requirements for most employees, contractors, and volunteers at the end of October.4 years ago
Large vessels asked to slow down in Puget Sound to protect endangered Southern Resident orcas
On Monday, a new trial program began, with its goal to cut back on underwater noise.4 years ago
Thousands of students missing out on aid as Washington has third-lowest FAFSA completion rate in US
State legislators are speaking out after 14,700 Washington students missed out on receiving financial assistance for college last year.4 years ago
Biannual workshop held in King County for women interested in pursuing firefighting, EMS careers
The King County Fire Chiefs Association along with King County Emergency Medical Services are working to recruit more women into joining the firefighting and EMS workforce.4 years ago
Seattle Children’s seeing spike in RSV cases
Hospitals across the country, including ones in Western Washington, are dealing with a spike in cases of RSV — respiratory syncytial virus — a common respiratory virus.4 years ago
Grocery store unions push back on Kroger-Albertsons merger
The news of the potential Kroger-Albertson’s merger is drawing pushback from grocery store workers.4 years ago
Woman sustains significant injuries in bear attack near Leavenworth
Authorities are investigating after a woman was attacked by a bear in Leavenworth early Saturday, according to the Sheriff’s Office.4 years ago
Suspect in shooting death of Central District business owner ordered to be held without bail
The suspect was booked Thursday in the shooting death of Central District business owner D’Vonne Pickett, Jr.4 years ago
Sumner basketball coach accused of sexual assault, exploitation of child
In a lawsuit filed in Pierce County, a Sumner basketball coach has been accused of sexual abuse and harassment of a player he coached4 years ago
Wildfires and smoke continue to be problematic for fire crews throughout Washington
Wildfires in western Washington continue to produce a ton of smoke filling the air, taking a toll on everyone.4 years ago
8th District candidates talk about abortion, inflation and crime
Dr. Kim Schrier and Republican challenger Matt Larkin discuss abortion after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade.4 years ago
Customers, local grocers and experts weigh in on potential Kroger-Albertson’s merger
The proposed mega merger between Kroger and Albertson’s has a lot of people in the Pacific Northwest talking.4 years ago
Seattle council member Sawant urging police to investigate several attacks involving human feces
She said an investigation was opened Oct. 13, but was told the case was no longer being pursued as active, even after reporting a fourth attack on Oct. 8.4 years ago
Medics respond to rescue in rafters of 5th Avenue Theatre
At about 11:44 a.m. on Oct. 19, a man experienced a medical emergency in the rafters above the 5th Avenue stage, near the 1300 block of 5th Avenue.4 years ago
Air quality around Seattle ranked worst in the world
Heavy smoke from wildfires continues to reduce air quality in Seattle and Western Washington, and an air quality alert has been extended.4 years ago
Minimum wage hike on the ballot in Tukwila
Tukwila voters will decide whether or not to raise the city’s minimum wage by $3 on Nov. 8.4 years ago
Man accused of kidnapping estranged wife in Lacey, hiding her in woods, now in custody
Shortly before 1 a.m. on Monday, a neighbor on Stedman Road Southeast was awakened by Young, who was pounding on their door asking for help.4 years ago
San Juan Island’s red fox population in jeopardy amid rise of ‘foxerazzi’
An industry around habituated wildlife, specifically red foxes, is growing on San Juan Island.4 years ago
Bolt Creek Fire crews reach critical turning point
After a month of fighting the fire, crews may be leaving the Blot Creek area soon.4 years ago
Seattle voters to decide whether to change primary system
Ballots for the November election ballot are coming to mailboxes soon, and Seattle voters ill decide whether to approve a new system4 years ago
Police: No, there isn’t a serial killer in South Seattle
Social media posts about a serial killer set off ripples of concern throughout the area this weekend, but law enforcement said it simply isn’t true.4 years ago
Unarmed security guards to patrol one of UW’s busiest areas amid safety concerns
University of Washington school officials along with the U-District Partnership are adding unarmed security guards to patrol one of the busiest areas.4 years ago
Woman kidnapped by husband in Lacey found, WSP says
According to WSP, 42-year-old Young An was taken by force by her husband, 53-year-old Chae An, at 12:54 p.m. Sunday on Rossberg Street Southeast in Lacey.4 years ago
