Semitractor-trailers cause brushfire off I-5 causing backups
People are noticing a fire off Kent Des Moines road that is also causing traffic tie-ups on Interstate 5.4 years ago
Crews working to remove burned roadside trees in order to reopen US 2 at Stevens Pass by Monday
After the Bolt Creek Fire closed down US Route 2 more than a week ago for a 13-mile stretch, the WSDOT are hoping to have the road reopened by Monday,4 years ago
Adrian Diaz looks to change Seattle Police’s ‘toxic environment’ as permanent chief
Seattle's new Police Chief Adrian Diaz unveils his plan to change SPD's 'toxic environment' in an exclusive appearance on KIRO Newsradio.4 years ago
Gas line rupture secured in Bellevue after summoning ‘large fire response,’ evacuating buildings
Emergency crews sort out reports of a gas line rupture near downtown Bellevue.4 years ago
KC Metro’s ‘workforce shortage’ reduces service by over 250 trips
Starting Saturday, Sept. 17. King County Metro buses will be making 250+ fewer trips getting people to work, or to attend school.4 years ago
Newly minted SDOT director begins tenure with added bike lanes to Aurora
After Mayor Bruce Harrell announced the new SDOT Director at the end of July, Greg Spotts has officially been confirmed by the city council.4 years ago
Teamsters reach agreement with concrete suppliers after nearly 1 year of negotiations
After first going on strike nearly 10 months ago, Seattle-area concrete delivery drivers have now ratified a new contract.4 years ago
Housing prices drop from spring peak as rental rates continue to skyrocket
Seattle home prices are cooling down, but rental prices are continuing to rise as the region copes with rising mortgage rates and the continued effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.4 years ago
Tumwater paraprofessionals reach tentative agreement, say ‘district is willing to show we are valued’
In a push to make sure that paraprofessionals can make a livable wage, the TAP has voted Tuesday to authorize a strike.4 years ago
‘Do we really need a global pandemic to feed kids?’ Officials propose universal school meal program
Superintendent Chris Reykdal has announced a proposal to the State Legislature requesting an additional $86 million in funding for school meal programs.4 years ago
Downtown’s Pacific Place redevelopment plan to create office space falls through
In an effort to revitalize the in-person shopping experience and provide a new use to the now empty storefronts, plans were created to renovate the Pacific Place shopping center to include office space4 years ago
‘We are running out of dirt,’ economist says rezoning needed to create more affordable housing
Seattle home prices have been ballooning for the better part of a decade with the average home price going from $409,172 in 2010 to $860,000 in 2020.4 years ago
Seattle Children’s and nurses reach tentative agreement on $10 per hour raise
A tentative new contract agreement was reached after 19 hours of negotiation, raising the pay for nurses by $10 an hour.4 years ago
Actor Joel McHale asks why the post office has stopped some Vashon Island deliveries
Some residents of Vashon Island have been recently notified by the Postal Service that home deliveries to their residences will be stopped due to safety complaints from postal workers.4 years ago
Inflation Reduction Act will lower prescription drug prices for 1.4 million people in WA, says Sen. Murray
The bill will limit insulin payments to $35 per month for Medicare beneficiaries starting in 2023.4 years ago
Starbucks transfers north Seattle café ownership to QFC; grocery store union to take over
Starbucks has announced that they will be closing one of their cafes at the QFC grocery store in North Seattle at 9999 Holman Road NW later this week.4 years ago
Stevens Pass hopes to address staffing shortages with $20 minimum wage, announces opening day
After last year's rocky start to the ski season led to frustrations over terrain closure, limited service, and long lines, Stevens Pass is hopeful for a smoother run.4 years ago
Community pushes back against commission over Tacoma Narrows Bridge toll plan
The commission said it plans to reduce toll rates for the bridge by Oct. 1 due to additional funding provided by the state legislature.4 years ago
Seattle looks to make food truck outdoor dining regulation permanent
Other restrictions included food truck vendors had to be at least 1,000 feet away from a high school, and 50 feet away from a public park.4 years ago
People ‘rediscovering what they love’ about Seattle as tourism recovers to near pre-pandemic levels
Seattle tourism is recovering in a big way this summer, with new data from the Downtown Seattle Association (DSA) showing that the number of tourists in the city has gotten close to pre-pandemic levels over the last month. The numbers released by DSA on Friday show downtown welcomed 2.9 million visitors in July, which was […]4 years ago
Snohomish County approves purchase of two hotels for conversion into homeless shelters
Snohomish County Council gave the final green light to purchase two hotels, the Days Inn in Everett and the America’s Best Value Inn in Edmonds.4 years ago
Hobbs, Anderson debate focuses on trust in elections amid national crisis
The first debate of the 2022 election cycle was held between the two front runners of the Washington Secretary of State election between incumbent candidate Steve Hobbs and challenger Julie Anderson Wednesday Aug. 17.4 years ago
U.S. Senate candidate Smiley challenges Murray to four debates
As the election between Tiffany Smiley and Patty Murray heats up, Smiley has announced that she has accepted the first round of debates hosted by Seattle City Club’s Washington State Debate Coalition (WSDC).4 years ago
