Return to mask mandate not in Washington’s ‘best interest’ right now, says state epidemiologist
Despite COVID-19 cases rising statewide, health officials say that mandates related to masks or vaccines aren't likely to return anytime time.4 years ago
Broad daylight shooting outside Ballard Food Bank sends one to the hospital
A convicted felon fires two shots outside of the Ballard Food Bank, sending one victim to the hospital.4 years ago
As Washington overdoses continue to rise, half of OD-linked deaths attributed to fentanyl
New data shows the number of people dying from drug overdoses continues to rise, and many of those deaths are linked to fentanyl.4 years ago
‘Going to take some time to ramp up,’ concrete suppliers say of deliveries after strike ends
While formerly striking concrete drivers have agreed to end their strike, the suppliers say that additional time is needed before deliveries can resume.4 years ago
Workers at Marysville Starbucks go on strike over lack of staffing, working conditions
Employees at a Starbucks in Marysville are on strike, citing what they say have been unfair working conditions and a lack of adequate staffing.4 years ago
‘Time to change tactics:’ Striking concrete drivers unconditionally offer to resume deliveries
Upwards of 300 striking concrete delivery drivers are offering to go back to work until a new contract is settled.4 years ago
Seattle loses nearly 3,000 rental properties in less than a year
Seattle has lost nearly 3,000 rental properties between May of last year and January of 2022. Those properties constitute roughly 10,000 units in total.4 years ago
Crew shortage cancels inter-island San Juan ferry service through Sunday
Since Thursday afternoon's 4:15 sailing from Orcas, all inter-island San Juan ferry services will be stopped until Sunday morning.4 years ago
Golf club-wielding vandal smashes King County Courthouse windows
An individual wielding a golf club smashed dozens of King County Courthouse windows Wednesday morning.4 years ago
FBI offers reward after 100 incidents near Sea-Tac where lasers have been pointed at planes
Since March, planes around Sea-Tac have documented more than 100 separate incidents involving lasers. The FBI offers $10,000 reward for suspects.4 years ago
Group aims to bring Seattle minimum wage push to Tukwila
The push begins to make Tukwila the next local city with a top-tier minimum wage, which would raise pay to as much as $18 an hour.4 years ago
UW expert: ‘Really disappointed’ to see free COVID testing end for uninsured
The federal program that provided free COVID-19 testing for uninsured individuals ended Tuesday after running out of money.4 years ago
Washington Food Industry Association calls on Seattle mayor to end hazard pay
The president and CEO of the Washington Food Industry Association is calling on the mayor of Seattle to end the hazard pay ordinance at grocery stores.4 years ago
Everett police warn of uptick in gas theft amid rising prices
Rapidly increasing gas prices are prompting some thieves in the Puget Sound region to use a new tactic to steal fuel from vehicles.4 years ago
Lyft, Uber drivers feeling the strain from rising gas prices
Uber and Lyft drivers are voicing concerns this week over rising gas prices across the country cutting into their profits.4 years ago
Islamic youth community center in Burien damaged in hit and run
A gathering place for Muslim youth in Burien was rammed by a car Monday. Officials are calling it a hit-and-run incident. No one was hurt.4 years ago
Tacoma offering grants for small businesses to replace broken windows
The City of Tacoma is launching a program to help small businesses replace broken windows, using funding from the American Rescue Plan Act.4 years ago
Whatcom County deputies shot in February suing alleged shooter
Already facing attempted murder charges, a Whatcom County man is now being sued by the two deputies he is accused of shooting.4 years ago
Sea-Tac Airport doubles international arrival capacity with new terminal
Sea-Tac International Airport unveiled its new $1 billion International Arrivals facility on Thursday, more than doubling its capacity at customs.4 years ago
Staffing shortages delay expanded ferry schedules to April
Staffing shortages are delaying expanded spring ferry service schedules to the San Juans and between Port Townsend and Coupeville until April 10.4 years ago
Landslide blocks westbound lanes of Highway 18 in Federal Way on Wednesday
Landslides and mudslides have been reported across King County this week. One blocked the westbound lanes of Highway 18 at Peasley Canyon Road.4 years ago
State House drops vaccination requirement for lawmakers at floor votes
The Washington state House will no longer require vaccine and booster dose verification from lawmakers in order to attend floor votes in the chamber.4 years ago
Seattle police investigate Sunday downtown shooting; one man reported dead
At about 12:30 p.m. Sunday, the Seattle Police Department responded to reports of a shooting in the downtown area. One man is dead.4 years ago
