Biden administration awards more than $1M to Suquamish Tribe for community high-speed internet
The Department of Commerce’s National Telecommunications and Information Administration announced Thursday that the Suquamish Tribe has been awarded a grant of more than $1M as part of the Tribal Broadband Connectivity Program, according to a news release.4 years ago
Human trafficking incident in Renton prompts proposed King County inquest
King County Councilmember Reagan Dunn introduced legislation to help prevent human trafficking incidents at massage parlors, the council announced in a media release on Thursday.4 years ago
Backlash growing over so-called ‘fake clinics’ as abortion debate peaks
Lawmakers and physicians are warning against so-called “fake clinics,” described as pregnancy crisis centers that use “bait-and-switch” tactics.4 years ago
Seattle social housing initiative submits signatures to get on ballot, but will they have enough?
The group behind Initiative 135 turned in thousands of signatures on Wednesday in an effort to get its Seattle social housing initiative on the ballot.4 years ago
Police release new body camera video of events leading up to Everett officer’s death
Police have released new body camera video showing the confrontation that led to the fatal shooting of Everett police officer Dan Rocha.4 years ago
3 children hit by gunshots fired into Kirkland home
Two teenagers and a young child were shot in the Kingsgate area of Kirkland after gunshots were fired into their home Tuesday night.4 years ago
Man charged in 2019 death of TSA agent found on Redmond road
A 46-year-old Bellevue man has been charged with the death of a Transportation Security Administration agent.4 years ago
Seattle celebrates return of in-person workers at City Hall
A “Welcome Back Bash” was held at Seattle City Hall on Tuesday to recognize and celebrate city and county employees returning to the office.4 years ago
Bellevue schools to launch replacement for school resource officer program
The Bellevue School District is partnering with the Bellevue Police Department to launch a new version of the school resource officer program.4 years ago
Washington Court of Appeals affirms dismissal of Seattle’s ‘Jump Start’ payroll tax lawsuit
A Washington Court of Appeals upheld the King County Superior Court’s dismissal of a lawsuit brought by the Greater Seattle of Chamber of Commerce that contested the constitutionality of a payroll expense tax.4 years ago
One rescued in Renton after car ends up in Lake Washington
One person was rescued after their car ended up in Lake Washington at the end of Gene Coulon Memorial Park in Renton.4 years ago
Airports bracing for one of the busiest travel days of the year
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport could see the most travelers since the COVID-19 pandemic began, according to the Transportation Security Administration.4 years ago
I-405 in Bellevue to close for construction this weekend
I-405 will be closed between Northeast Fourth Street and Southeast Eighth Street from Friday, June 17 at 10 p.m. through Monday, June 20 at 5 a.m.4 years ago
Meet Sriracha: Local pup from Snohomish competing in Westminster dog show
Two-year-old Sriracha is a 12-pound Italian greyhound that will be competing in the toy category.4 years ago
Search underway for diver missing in waters off Mukilteo
Officers said the missing diver, a 33-year-old Edmonds man, was with a diving partner, who was able to get to shore and is OK.4 years ago
Oak Harbor man arrested after expressing desire to kill LGBTQIA+ people
A resident of Oak Harbor was arrested Friday after expressing his desire to kill members of the LGBTQIA+ community on social media.4 years ago
Avian flu kills baby raccoons in Washington state park, a first in North America
The first confirmed case of avian flu in a mammal in Washington state was detected in a baby raccoon at Sacajawea Historical State Park in Pasco, WA.4 years ago
Bill Nye announces premiere of new show ‘The End is Nye’
Streaming-network Peacock announced a new series starring Bill Nye, “The End is Nye,” a look at global disasters.4 years ago
Deputies: Suspect sought after using bear spray, stabbing man
The Kitsap County Sheriff’s Office said it is looking for a suspect who went to a man’s home, used bear spray, and then stabbed him multiple times.4 years ago
Community commission proposes changes to Seattle police contract negotiation process
The advice was issued following the negotiating process for SPMA's collective bargaining agreement, which was agreed upon earlier this week.4 years ago
Everett gun show overlapping with graduation now rescheduled after controversy
It had people calling the timing of the event “tone deaf” and “insensitive.”4 years ago
Everett gun show scheduled in same building, on the same day, with several high school graduations
Everett students celebrating their high school graduation were alerted Wednesday that a gun show was booked at the Angel of the Winds Arena for the same day.4 years ago
Waning police presence downtown? Not so, says Seattle Police
Fewer police in downtown Seattle, specifically along Third Avenue near Pine and Pike streets, is being noticed by some residents and businesses.4 years ago
