Western Washington city named one of the safest in the country
One of the safest cities in the United States is in Western Washington, according to a report from moneygeek.com.4 years ago
Over 1,600 Washington families targeted by fraudsters amid surge in SNAP benefit theft
The United States Department of Agriculture reports an alarming surge in SNAP benefit theft across the country.4 years ago
Light rail riders frustrated by broken escalators, elevators at stations
Frustrated Link light rail riders say they have had it with escalators and elevators at light rail stations that don’t work.4 years ago
Pike Place Market invites people to celebrate Black History Month at Black-owned businesses
Pike Place Market is inviting the public to celebrate Black History Month by exploring the market’s Black-owned businesses.4 years ago
$17.5M worth of drugs seized by King County Sheriff’s Office in 2022
Officials with the King County Sheriff’s Office say $17.5 million dollars worth of drugs were seized by the agency last year, and law enforcement is not slowing down.4 years ago
Washingtonian wins tickets to Grammys through blood donation
One Washingtonian had one of the best seats in the house viewing the 65th Annual Grammy Awards — at the ceremony itself!4 years ago
Federal Way’s gun buyback runs out of gift cards early
Hundreds of unwanted firearms were turned in Saturday in Federal Way’s first ever gun buyback. Owners received a gift card in return.4 years ago
Investigation underway after man shot in Seattle’s Capitol Hill neighborhood
Police are investigating after a man was shot in the hip in Seattle’s Capitol Hill neighborhood on Saturday morning.4 years ago
Redmond police using vehicle-mounted GPS tracking system to track down fleeing suspects
The Redmond Police Department started using StarChase Pursuit in January to safely pursue fleeing suspects.4 years ago
Murder of Kent teacher calls attention to mental health crisis in Washington
A Tacoma mom stabbed and killed on Wednesday has been identified as 66-year-old Gail Gese, a teacher at Cedar Heights Middle School in Kent.4 years ago
Deputies seize nearly 100 pounds of drugs during Tacoma arrest
Deputies with the Pierce County Sheriff’s Department seized nearly 100 pounds of drugs while arresting a man with a felony warrant in Tacoma4 years ago
Proposed legislation would lower mandatory school age from 8 to 6 in Washington
A new bill aims to change the age at which some Washington kids go to school. As current law stands, school isn’t required for students until the age of eight.4 years ago
Community mourns for Renton murder victim, activist and dad of 5 kids
Deep pain and grief in south Seattle, as a community mourns the murder of 57-year-old Mohamadou Kabba.4 years ago
Snapchat lawsuit amended for alleged death of Renton woman among other young adults
The Social Media Victims Law Center has amended a lawsuit against Snapchat for allegedly connecting drug dealers to minors and young adults, resulting in their deaths.4 years ago
Car insurance rate hikes are here in Washington state
Bad news for most drivers – car insurance premiums are going up, and it doesn’t matter if you have a clean driving record.4 years ago
Final Boeing 747 takes off from Everett facility
Spectators and airplane enthusiasts braved the cold Wednesday morning to see the last 747 take off from the Boeing facility in Everett.4 years ago
Ballard brewery damaged by fire started by homeless person seeking warmth
Cold winter nights in Western Washington have some people doing whatever they can to stay warm.4 years ago
Seattle Fire Department responding to historic number of overdose calls
The Seattle Fire Department has responded to a historic number of overdose calls in recent memory.4 years ago
State lawmakers considering ‘TSWIFT Consumer Protection Act’ concerning ticket sales
Following the Ticketmaster meltdown during the presale for Taylor Swift’s ‘Eras’ tour late last year, Washington state lawmakers are considering a new bill4 years ago
‘Flying to Forever Homes’ initiative brings dozens of at-risk, adoptable animals to Seattle area
A flight carrying some very precious cargo landed in Everett on Monday afternoon.4 years ago
Labor unions, residents see economic impact with new Boeing assembly line coming to Everett in 2024
Boeing’s announcement that a fourth assembly line will be added to their Everett facility to produce more 737 Max aircraft has already gotten a lot of attention.4 years ago
‘Right to repair’ bill would give consumers access to parts, info needed to fix their electronics
Washington residents are going to have a chance to speak out on whether they should have choices on how to repair their own electronics.4 years ago
Local law enforcement officials, community leaders continue to lament death of Tyre Nichols
Anger and heartbreak over the police killing of Tyre Nichols in Memphis is felt around Puget Sound this weekend.4 years ago
