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Snow blankets Snohomish County with record low temperatures on the way

Residents in parts of Snohomish County are waking up to a flurry of snow Monday, with a Winter Weather Advisory in effect.
5 years ago

Eight new Seattle cameras will automatically ticket drivers starting in March

Starting in March, new traffic cameras in downtown Seattle may send you a ticket if you illegally drive in a bus lane or block a crosswalk or intersection.
5 years ago

Western Washington’s ‘false spring’ fades as temperatures trend toward record lows

A late-season arctic blast and highland snow are poised to hit Western Washington on Sunday, ending temperate temperatures and a respite from the rain.
5 years ago

King County repeals bicycle helmet law over discriminatory enforcement concerns

The King County Board of Health on Thursday repealed its law which requires cyclists to wear a helmet over enforcement concerns.
5 years ago

Coalition of businesses to put $10 million into addressing Seattle homelessness

Seattle and King County leaders announced a new initiative to address downtown homelessness on Thursday, called "Partnership for Zero."
5 years ago

Two injured in overnight Belltown shooting, suspect flees on foot

Seattle police are investigating after two victims were injured in a shooting in the city's Belltown neighborhood overnight.
5 years ago

Washington state to end indoor mask mandate on March 21

Gov. Jay Inslee announces that Washington's indoor mask mandate will be lifted on March 21 in most settings.
5 years ago

King County to end indoor vaccination verification March 1 at bars, restaurants, gyms

King County leaders provide an update on a vaccine verification policy that has been in effect since October of 2021.
5 years ago

Emergency powers reform clears state Senate; Republicans claim bill ‘does nothing’

The Washington Senate approved a measure Tuesday that enables legislative leaders to end a state of emergency after 90 days.
5 years ago

Rural broadband access ‘going to change’ as Washington avails new funds

Billions of dollars are coming into Washington state to improve rural broadband as nearly one in 10 Washingtonians do not have access to reliable internet.
5 years ago

Driver on I-405 caught using fake skeleton as passenger in HOV lane

A driver on I-405 near Coal Creek was caught Monday trying to pass off a fake skeleton in a hoodie as his HOV lane passenger.
5 years ago

California garage owner designs catalytic converter theft deterrent

Catalytic converter thefts in Washington are out of control lately, but a California garage owner may have come up with a deterrent. 
5 years ago

Microsoft maintains hybrid model as it sets reopening date for Washington offices

Microsoft announced a reopening date for its Washington-based work sites Monday, emphasizing a commitment to a hybrid model. 
5 years ago

Pacific Northwest Ballet’s Noelani Pantastico takes final bow of 25-year career

Noelani Pantastico, a principal dancer with the Pacific Northwest Ballet, will retire after this weekend's performances of "Roméo et Juliette."
5 years ago

Concrete worker strike could have ‘substantial’ impact on Puget Sound housing market

With a concrete worker strike now having persisted for over 80 days, concerns have mounted as construction projects have ground to a halt.
5 years ago

Seattle chief librarian race takes a surprise twist with remote work dispute

Seattle is selecting its next chief librarian, one of whom worked their former library position in Minnesota thousands of miles away in Los Angeles.
5 years ago

Nooksack face eviction as federal government considers ‘unusual’ tribal affair intervention

In the Nooksack Tribe, there is an attempt underway now to disenroll 306 tribal members because of their Canadian ancestry.
5 years ago

Washington’s outdoor mask mandate to be lifted Feb. 18; indoor to follow

Washington state will be lifting its outdoor masking requirements by Feb. 18. The outdoor mask mandate currently in effect applies to large events.
5 years ago

Tsunami safety bond in North Beach School District failing in early results

The first round of special election results have been posted. The North Beach School District's "Safety 4 Students Construction Bond" is failing.
5 years ago

Seattle ‘not likely’ to see repeat of 2021’s record-shattering February snow

If current forecasts hold up, the Seattle area isn't likely to see a repeat performance of the record snow it saw in February of 2021.
5 years ago

Washington reopens COVID at-home test ordering portal for third time

Washington residents can once again access the state's online test portal to order COVID rapid tests at no cost that will be shipped to their home.
5 years ago

Economist explains how Seattle’s eviction moratorium has actually raised rent prices

The Seattle area's housing crisis has continued to be difficult for renters, and that situation hasn't improved much in recent months.
5 years ago

Gee Scott interviews NBA great Jamal Crawford

On episode six of “Leaving a Legacy,” Gee Scott interviews former NBA great Jamal Crawford.
5 years ago

Washington state, most of US sees increase in fatal car crashes in 2021

Washington -- like other states -- is seeing an increase in reckless driving and fatal crashes, probably fueled, at least in part, by the COVID pandemic. 
5 years ago