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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

More than 50,000 remain without power across western WA after series of storms

Rough winds hit western Washington Tuesday night, leaving nearly 60,000 people still without power, as of Thursday morning.
8 months ago

WSECU Community Champion: Chrystal Ortega’s mission to feed Spokane

Chrystal Ortega's tireless dedication recently earned her the WSECU Community Champions Award and a $1,000 grant to further the mission.
8 months ago

8 western WA rivers remain at dangerous Flood Phase 3, 4

Only two rivers are currently at Flood Phase 4, the highest and most dangerous warning phase. Six additional rivers are still at Flood Phase 3.
8 months ago

Southbound I-5 shut down after power lines fall onto highway near JBLM

I-5 was forced to close for approximately one hour early Wednesday after downed high-voltage power lines fell onto the road near JBLM.
8 months ago

‘Food is my tool, community is my purpose’: Meet the Tacoma chef feeding hundreds for free

When Shawn Tibbitts opened Tibbitts FernHill, he was just trying to survive. The small Tacoma restaurant has since earned culinary awards and praise.
8 months ago

Wilcox Family Farms donates nearly 1 million eggs to regional food banks this holiday season

Wilcox Family Farms is continuing its cherished holiday tradition of giving back by donating nearly one million eggs to food banks across the South Sound region this season.
8 months ago

Three semi-trucks crash on I-5 near US 101; two northbound lanes remain closed

All northbound lanes of I-5 near US 101 and Deschutes Parkway S.W. were closed after three semi-trucks were involved in a crash early Monday morning.
8 months ago

WA employers cut 14,500 jobs in September, unemployment rate holds at 4.5%

In September, WA employers cut 14,500 jobs, yet the unemployment rate remained steady at 4.5%. Insights on the state’s job market.
8 months ago

What the male deep-sea anglerfish taught me about dating in Seattle

Discover how the deep-sea anglerfish inspired my dating journey in Seattle after moving from Mountlake Terrace.
8 months ago

Sneaker with ‘remains’ found on WA beach turns out to be of a bear

A sneaker that washed up on a Clallam County beach containing what was initially believed to be human remains was not human at all.
8 months ago

From badges to beds: Matthew Ballantyne’s mission to lift children off the floor

Matthew Ballantyne has transformed that early awareness into action, embodying the organization's mission: "No Kid Sleeps On The Floor In Our Town."
8 months ago

Polyclinic to pay $400K to settle claims it denied interpreter services to deaf, blind patients

Polyclinic agrees to $400K settlement over ADA violations in deaf and blind patient services.
8 months ago

Tree launches from river through truck windshield, injuring driver

A tree struck a driver's windshield Wednesday, causing injuries in a bizarre incident north of Leavenworth.
8 months ago

WA youth suicide rate rises 13% in decade, outpacing national crisis

The suicide rate among young adults in Washington State has risen by over 13% in the last decade, mirroring a national trend.
8 months ago

Human remains found inside sneaker on Clallam County beach, sheriff confirms

A sneaker found washed up on a Clallam County beach contained human remains, the county sheriff's office confirmed.
8 months ago

Private equity firm sells off Ste. Michelle, retains Oregon wine holdings

A private equity firm split up some of its wine ventures by selling the Ste. Michelle Wine Estates name and Washington properties to the Wyckoffs.
8 months ago

Flooding forces closure of Lewis County exits; drivers urged to avoid areas

Several exits are closed in Lewis County due to flooding.
8 months ago

Sheriff warns drivers after several cars become stuck in deep floodwaters

Multiple cars in Snohomish County became stuck Tuesday morning after attempting to drive through flooded roads and areas.
8 months ago

Eastbound I-90 reopened following a mudslide near North Bend

I-90 in North Bend has reopened after a mudslide halted all eastbound travelers overnight Monday.
8 months ago

Car goes into Snohomish River, driver sustains minor injuries

A car crashed into the Snohomish River, leaving the driver injured, reports Snohomish County Fire District #4.
8 months ago

Fallen trees block both directions of SR 108

SR 108 is currently obstructed by fallen trees, impacting traffic.
8 months ago

Payscale moves headquarters from Seattle to Boston after years of remote work

Payscale, a salary data company, is now officially calling Boston home after spending more than two decades in Seattle.
8 months ago

Work to replace Bullfrog overpass starts Monday

Starting Monday, crews will replace the Bullfrog overpass above I-90 near Cle Elum to enhance safety and traffic flow.
8 months ago