Washington DOH monitoring possible rare side effect of COVID vaccine
The DOH says it is monitoring the possibility of a rare side effect that health experts say could have been brought on by the COVID-19 vaccine.5 years ago
Seattle City Council votes to transfer 911 operations away from police
In a 7-0 vote, the Seattle City Council has approved transferring 911 operations away from the Seattle Police Department.5 years ago
Alaska man sentenced to 20 months in prison for arson at Seattle’s East Precinct
The 20-year-old Alaska man who set fire to the Seattle Police Department's East Precinct last August now faces 20 months in prison.5 years ago
Seattle Asian Art Museum set to reopen to public after 3-year renovation
The Seattle Asian Art Museum in Volunteer Park has undergone a transformation after being closed for three years, and is reopening to the public on May 28.5 years ago
COVID updates: 3 million people in Washington now fully vaccinated
The state Department of Health says there have been over 401,526 confirmed coronavirus cases in Washington, and 5,765 people have died statewide.5 years ago
Municipal broadband in Washington will soon offer options beyond Comcast
A pair of bills passed in Washington during the last legislative session is affording rural communities the ability to offer municipal broadband.5 years ago
Expect occasional closures as SB ‘Revive I-5’ in Seattle starts this week
Drivers can expect upcoming closures as the work to "Revive I-5" SB through Seattle by replacing expansion joints and resurfacing the road kicks off May 24.5 years ago
King County Councilmember proposes COVID-19 vaccination incentives
Reduced property taxes or rent assistance are among the COVID-19 vaccination incentives proposed by King County Council Vice Chair Reagan Dunn.5 years ago
First ORCA card free for youth riders ages 6-18
Youth age 6-18 can get their first ORCA card free. The action to waive the $5 fee for a new card makes permanent a promotion in place since December 2020.5 years ago
Former Washington AG: Supreme Court ‘deeply divided’ over upcoming abortion case
How will justices rule on an upcoming abortion case? Former Washington Attorney General Rob McKenna provided some insight to KIRO Radio's Dave Ross.5 years ago
While part of state likely to avoid drought, still concerns over Washington farm country
Places that rely more on rain and groundwater are expecting trouble this summer, particularly Eastern Washington's farm country.5 years ago
West Seattle High-Rise Bridge clears major hurdle on road to repair
The Seattle Department of Transportation selected construction firm Kraemer North America to complete the final West Seattle High-Rise Bridge repairs.5 years ago
Strike imminent for delivery truck drivers with Seattle Public Schools
Fifteen truck drivers who make deliveries for Seattle schools say mediation has failed to find agreement on a new contract and a strike could be imminent.5 years ago
Suspect in unemployment scam denied bail pending arrival in Washington
A suspect in a scam that saw nearly $650 million paid out in fraudulent unemployment claims will remain in custody pending his arrival in Washington.5 years ago
Report: Chronic homelessness reaches crisis levels in King County
Chronic homelessness rose 42% annually in King County, according to a report from Challenge Seattle that also includes recommendations to address the surge.5 years ago
Seattle bike lanes get a dedicated street sweeper, and you get to name it
The Seattle Department of Transportation is looking for public input to name a new piece of machinery: a bike lane street sweeper.5 years ago
Fahrenthold: Can events at the Capitol on Jan. 6 be called an ‘insurrection’?
There's been some debate over whether or not the events at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, can be called an "insurrection." The Washington Post says yes.5 years ago
Edmonds man suspected of child rape captured off coast of Florida
A 34-year-old Edmonds man charged with child rape and child molestation is in custody after being captured off the coast of Florida.5 years ago
Group launches bid to recall Gov. Inslee over handling of the pandemic
A group has launched a bid to recall Gov. Jay Inslee, levying a series of accusations against the governor regarding his handling of the pandemic.5 years ago
COVID updates: Sounders open ‘vaccinated only’ seating at Lumen Field
The state Department of Health says there have been over 394,000 confirmed coronavirus cases in Washington, and 5,702 people have died statewide.5 years ago
Keep up with the hundreds of bills Gov. Inslee has signed
In the past week, Gov. Inslee signed 113 bills into state law. Some of those were partially vetoed, but only 11. The types of legislation recently adopted runs a wide range, from noxious weeds and fertilizer fees to juvenile rehabilitation and improving involuntary commitment laws.5 years ago
Masks likely still required when you go grocery shopping
Despite updated guidance from the CDC and Gov. Inslee regarding mask wearing on Thursday, many grocery stores across Western Washington will continue to require masks.5 years ago
New Link light rail trains enter passenger service
The first of Sound Transit's new Series 2 light rail vehicles have entered passenger service, featuring new information displays, 70 seats, and more space.5 years ago
