Two Pierce County Sheriff’s deputies shot in Spanaway; suspect dead
Two Pierce County Sheriff's deputies were shot near Pacific Avenue South and 176th Street in Spanaway on Tuesday morning.4 years ago
Signs of relief for Washington drivers as increase in gas prices begins to slow
While gas prices across the Seattle area and Washington state have continued to rise steadily, that growth has slowed in recent days.4 years ago
Jury awards $150 million to victims of 2019 Seattle crane collapse
A King County jury has awarded $150 million to the families of several people killed or injured when a Seattle crane collapsed in 2019.4 years ago
Inquests into law enforcement-involved deaths resume in King County
After a delay of more than four years, inquests into deaths caused by police and law enforcement officers in King County are set to resume Tuesday.4 years ago
Seattle police ask for help identifying man involved in killing teen downtown
Seattle detectives are seeking assistance identifying a man involved in the fatal shooting of a 15-year-old at Third Avenue and Pine Street on March 2.4 years ago
Washington schools begin shift to mask-optional approach for students
Monday marks the first time since in-person instruction resumed that students in Washington are not required to mask up in schools.4 years ago
An inch of Seattle-area lowland rain expected through Wednesday morning
An atmospheric river will make landfall in Western Washington on Monday and persist through Tuesday morning with rain in the forecast all week.4 years ago
‘Rain with a side of rain’: Wet weather moves into Puget Sound region
Another atmospheric river is on its way to the Puget Sound region, bringing a near-constant run of rain over the next six days.4 years ago
The masks come off: What you need to know with statewide mandate ending March 12
Starting on Saturday, March 12 masks will no longer be required in most places in Washington, as the statewide mandate lifts in earnest.4 years ago
Mercer Island teen develops website to help Ukrainian refugees find shelter
Avi Schiffmann created the Coronavirus Dashboard as a student at Mercer Island High School in 2020. Now, he's 19, at Harvard, and has a new project.4 years ago
Economist: Puget Sound region housing market appreciation ‘unsustainable’
When even PVC pipe is expensive in building or remodeling a home, the Puget Sound region's housing market is bleak for hopeful buyers.4 years ago
Washington Legislature passes bill to limit catalytic converter theft
The Washington state Legislature approved a measure this week to curb catalytic converter theft.4 years ago
How to donate to Washington organizations providing aid to Ukraine
As Russia's invasion of Ukraine continues, several organizations across Washington state have stepped up to send assistance.4 years ago
Washington state parks are free Wednesday in celebration of Billy Frank Jr.
State parks across Washington are free Wednesday, in celebration of the birthday of Native American activist Billy Frank Jr.4 years ago
Free Seattle-area outdoor cafe street use permits extended through January 2023
Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell signed legislation that extends free street use permits through this year, allowing for outdoor dining and retail.4 years ago
Bill to create statewide alert system for missing Indigenous people unanimously passes
As soon as the governor signs off on it, Washington will set up an Amber alert-like system for missing Indigenous people.4 years ago
All lanes of southbound I-5 reopen in Lakewood after sign falls on freeway
All southbound lanes on I-5 are closed Tuesday morning in Lakewood after a collision near Gravelly Lake Drive where the freeway sign fell on the road.4 years ago
Gas prices soar to record levels across Washington state
In the last week, Washington gas prices have climbed to record highs, driven in large part by Russia's ongoing invasion of Ukraine.4 years ago
Monthly $35 insulin cap for Washingtonians among bills signed into law Friday
Gov. Inslee signs a number of bills into law, among them a new requirement on health care plans to cap insulin payments at $35 a month.4 years ago
State lawmakers approve expansion of Dolly Parton’s ‘Imagination Library’ program
Dolly Parton's Imagination Library will soon be expanded across Washington, as part of a collaboration with the state superintendent's office.5 years ago
New cookie, return to in-person sales could help boost Girl Scout funds in 2022
It's Girl Scout cookie season again. Three local scouts joined KIRO Newsradio to talk about this year's new cookie and what the money raised will support.5 years ago
Seattle mayor unveils plan to ramp up police presence downtown amid surge in violence
Mayor Bruce Harrell held a press conference on Friday to address ongoing concerns regarding public safety in downtown Seattle.5 years ago
Two in critical condition after van rolls over, catches fire on I-5 near Northgate
A vehicle rollover and fire on northbound I-5 near Northgate created a miles-long backup with multiple lanes blocked Friday morning.5 years ago
