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Water main break closes lanes on E. Marginal Way in Seattle, backs up SR 99 commute

A water main has burst on E. Marginal Way in Seattle, causing significant traffic congestion along the northbound lanes of SR 99 during prime commuting hours.
7 months ago

Pierce County elementary teacher found guilty of multiple instances of child molestation

A Peninsula School District teacher found guilty of molesting multiple students. Details on the disturbing case.
7 months ago

Small group protests WA state taxes outside capitol in Olympia

A small gathering protested state taxes over the weekend outside the state Capitol building in Olympia.
7 months ago

Mercer Island Police take serving and protecting to a new level with DoorDash delivery

When a couple on Mercer Island opened their door expecting a DoorDash delivery, they were surprised by a member of the police department.
7 months ago

Person dies Friday after falling off dock in Seattle

A person died after falling off a dock in Seattle Friday morning. The Seattle Fire Department first reported the incident just before 8:30 a.m. Friday.
7 months ago

Vehicle strikes power lines on US 101 in Lilliwaup, blocking highway for seven hours

A driver hit several downed power lines on US 101, causing the vehicle to get stuck in the air and blocking the highway for several hours.
7 months ago

Washington’s new laws for 2026: Minimum wage hike, nicotine tax, more worker protections

Washington ringing in a new year also means new laws will be implemented beginning Jan. 1. Read to see the state's most significant changes.
7 months ago

Firework explodes inside car in Gold Bar on New Year’s Eve, two seriously injured

A large firework exploded within a car in Gold Bar on New Year's Eve, Sky Valley Fire confirmed, sending two people to the hospital.
7 months ago

Puppy found zip-tied in dumpster has found her furever family, suspect in custody

A zip-tied puppy in Everett is now safe, recovering, and ready for her new loving family thanks to local police efforts.
7 months ago

Mercer Island police investigating after 2 found dead in home

Mercer Island officers are probing the discovery of two deceased individuals in a residence, according to KIRO 7 reports.
7 months ago

Stage 1 burn ban takes effect in Whatcom County’s Columbia Valley area

A burn ban is in effect in Whatcom County, specifically for the Columbia Valley urban growth area and the Peaceful Valley and Paradise Lakes developments.
7 months ago

Road to Paradise at Mount Rainier reopens 7 days a week after 3-year cutback

Mount Rainier’s road to Paradise is open seven days a week again this winter, a quiet return to full access after three years of reduced hours.
7 months ago

2 men found dead at Thurston County rest areas

Two men were discovered deceased at separate I-5 rest areas in Thurston County, as reported by KIRO 7 on Saturday.
7 months ago

Three people rescued after car turns over on I-5 in Seattle

Three people needed rescuing after they were trapped in a car that turned on its side on I-5 in Seattle Sunday afternoon.
7 months ago

77-year-old man missing since Tuesday

WSP seeks help locating an at-risk 77-year-old man missing since Tuesday.
7 months ago

HHS, Robert Kennedy Jr. declare public health emergency for WA after storms, flooding, landslides

HHS is declaring a public health emergency for Washington after strong winds, flooding, landslides, and mudslides damaged the region.
7 months ago

Christmas Eve and Christmas Day: What stores are open and closed

Many large retail chains cut back hours or close up shop early on Christmas Eve and are closed entirely on Christmas Day.
7 months ago

Mt. Bachelor Ski Resort opening for 2025 season on Tuesday

After 19 inches of snow fell at the base of the mountain over the past week, Mt. Bachelor ski resort announced it will be open for the season starting Tuesday, Dec. 23.
7 months ago

Nordstrom Rack plans move from Westlake Center to downtown Seattle

A sizeable move in the retail space is occurring in downtown Seattle as Nordstrom Rack has officially filed plans to relocate from Westlake Center to Pine Street.
7 months ago

Woman fatally stabbed in Milton apartment, police say

A woman was fatally stabbed in Milton Monday afternoon, the police department confirmed.
7 months ago

How to report severe storm, wind, flooding and landslide damage 

After widespread flooding across western Washington these last two weeks, multiple counties have established how to report damages suffered.
8 months ago

Video shows car engulfed in flames after late-night crash in Mount Vernon

The Mount Vernon Police Department released video of a fiery car crash that occurred a little more than a week ago.
8 months ago

15-year-old girl has been missing from Port Orchard for more than week

Police are actively searching for a 15-year-old girl from Port Orchard who's been missing for more than a week.
8 months ago

Frontier Airlines pulls out of Paine Field after just 7 months

Frontier Airlines confirmed Thursday that its last flights from Paine Field will be on January 5, 2026.
8 months ago