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
Study says Seattle’s deadliest street is Aurora Avenue North
A study released last week shows that 17% of all traffic fatalities across Seattle happen on Aurora Avenue North.4 years ago
Study says Seattle’s deadliest street is Aurora Avenue North
A study released last week shows that 17% of all traffic fatalities across Seattle happen on Aurora Avenue North.4 years ago
King County councilmember makes case for moving elections to even years
The King County Council’s Committee of the Whole voted 7-2 on Wednesday to approve a charter amendment that would move a number of local elections to even-numbered years.4 years ago
Tacoma police help wrangle 10 escaped horses in city’s South End neighborhood
Standard handcuffs couldn’t have been much help with these escapees, police were wrangling 10 horses that ran off from a property.4 years ago
Construction of pedestrian bridge from Seattle waterfront to Pike Place Market begins this week
Construction of a pedestrian bridge that will connect Pike Place Market to the Seattle waterfront will begin this week.4 years ago
Arrival of three adult gorillas marks ‘a new chapter’ for Woodland Park Zoo
The Woodland Park Zoo announced the addition of three adult western lowland gorillas Monday, who will form a new family group at the zoo.4 years ago
Puyallup man pleads guilty to assaulting officers in Jan. 6 attack at U.S. Capitol
A man reportedly from Puyallup is one of the first to plead guilty to assaulting officers in a Jan. 6 attack at the U.S. Capitol.4 years ago
Shooting at Mariner High School parking lot prompts brief lockdown
Snohomish County deputies are investigating a shooting at Mariner High School, which prompted a brief lockdown.4 years ago
Nearly 600 without power in Everett area after car hits pole
A car struck a power pole in Everett on Monday, resulting in a power outage for nearly 600 people.4 years ago