Surge in pet surrenders leaves Tacoma Humane over max capacity
People are forced to give up their pets – that’s the latest impact of rising rents and increases in costs of living. And it’s more than shelters can handle. The Humane Society says there’s no more room, especially in Pierce County.4 years ago
Miles-long backup on I-5 South near Tumwater after semitruck crashes into overpass, killing driver
The collision occurred shortly after 7:30 a.m. at milepost 97 near 113th Avenue Southwest, according to the Washington Department of Transportation.4 years ago
Seattle Fire responds to hit-and-run boat collision on Lake Washington
The Seattle Fire Department responded to a report of two boats colliding on Lake Washington Saturday night, according to the SFD.4 years ago
Deputies believe mass shooting prevented at Gorge Amphitheater
Witnesses said the man hid one pistol in the rear of his waistband and the other in a holster.4 years ago
Suspect sought in ‘gruesome’ double murder in Olalla
On Saturday, deputies identified 40-year-old Shaun D. Rose as a suspect. They consider him to be armed and dangerous.4 years ago
Seahawks fans on list of NFL moodiest fans
A new report lists Seattle Seahawks fans as the fifth-moodiest in the NFL.4 years ago
Record-breaking heat on Thursday with relief by Friday
The previous record high in Seattle for this day was 88 degrees in 1991. Seattle is forecast to get to 92 degrees on Thursday.4 years ago
Washington state residents asked to watch for world’s largest moth
Once WSDA entomologists identified it as an atlas moth, they sent it to the USDA, who confirmed the specimen as an atlas moth on July 27.4 years ago
3 orphaned moose calves arrive at Northwest Trek
Three moose calves that were found orphaned in Alaska have a new home at Northwest Trek.4 years ago
Pike Place Market celebrates 115th anniversary
The market first opened on Aug. 17, 1907, when several farmers set up their produce-filled wagons on Pike Place.4 years ago
Northern lights may be visible in Western Washington thru Thursday night
The G3 Geomagnetic storm could provide a show as far south as the border of Washington and Oregon on Wednesday night.4 years ago
Washington attorney general joins coalition challenging Idaho’s near-total abortion ban
Washington Attorney General Bob Ferguson has announced he is joining a coalition of 21 attorneys general in filing a brief in support of the U.S. Department of Justice’s lawsuit challenging Idaho’s new abortion law.4 years ago
Several units at West Seattle apartment complex evacuated after water main break
Seattle Public Utilities crews were called to the 2200 block of Southwest Holden Street to get the water main break under control.4 years ago
Lynnwood couple thinks they won $360 in lottery – turns out to be $360,000
A Lynnwood couple that purchased a winning “Hit 5″ ticket that they thought was only worth $360 turned out to be worth $360,000.4 years ago
All students in Auburn School District to get free meals, school supplies beginning this year
The Auburn School District has announced that all students will receive free breakfast and lunch, as well as all required school supplies for the upcoming school year and beyond.4 years ago
Bonney Lake Sumner Little League team advances to World Series on controversial play
In extra innings, the Bonney Lake Sumner Little League team advanced to the Little League World Series on Thursday, by a score of 3-2.4 years ago
Gov. Inslee issues order to combat monkeypox in Washington state
Joining efforts to fight the monkeypox outbreak in Washington state, Gov. Jay Inslee issued a directive to help the Washington State Department of Health’s ongoing efforts.4 years ago
Residential rates to increase at least 5% under Seattle City Light rate hike plan
For 2023, residential rates will increase by 5.7%, and in 2024 the rate increase will be 5%.4 years ago
Driver dies in Tacoma while being taken into police custody
The Pierce County Force Investigation Team is investigating after a driver died as authorities took them into custody in Tacoma on Tuesday night.4 years ago
King County to split 1 monkeypox vaccine into 5 doses after FDA emergency authorization
The monkeypox vaccine shortage in King County isn’t going away, but a major announcement from the White House on Tuesday could change that.4 years ago
White Center man claims racial profiling by neighbor
Captured on video, a white woman suspected her new neighbor of breaking into his own home and called 911.4 years ago
Fire destroys Lynnwood home, causes Teslas to explode in driveway
A Lynnwood family is without a home tonight after losing everything in a weekend fire.4 years ago
Kidd Valley announces closure of original 1976 restaurant in University District
The original Kidd Valley restaurant, which opened in 1976, will be permanently closing, according to a Facebook post from Kidd Valley.4 years ago