Secretary of State warns Washingtonians about giving to fake charities
While it's the season for charitable giving, it's also the season for scammers. The secretary of state's office has tips to help protect your donations.5 years ago
South King County mayors demand action from state to end rash of violence
Multiple mayors in South King County are banding together to combat a violent trend after seven people were shot in four days.5 years ago
Pierce County school mascot ‘warriors’ slated for replacement over new state law
Clover Park High School will change its school mascot to comply with a new state law prohibiting the use of Native American iconography in public schools.5 years ago
Still ‘a lot we don’t know’ about omicron variant, says Washington hospital official
A new variant has sparked concern across the globe, but the good news in Washington is that COVID hospitalizations have gone down in the past week.5 years ago
Sound Transit investigating incident where passengers on disabled train walked into tunnels
Sound Transit is investigating an incident where a stopped train led to passengers exiting into the tunnels shortly after the Apple Cup last Friday.5 years ago
Emerald City Comic Con returns Dec. 2-5 after being cancelled in 2020
Emerald City Comic Con didn't happen in 2020 due to the pandemic, but the popular four-day event returns to Seattle on Dec. 2-5.5 years ago
UW Medicine’s head of Virology: Live market ‘more likely the start’ of COVID
Scientists have been trying to trace the actual origins of the virus that causes COVID, to find if it came from a market, a lab, or somewhere else.5 years ago
Study determines the ideal time to sleep based on biological clock
Is there a specific time when you should be going to sleep? Mercer Island MD Dr. Gordon Gohen explains the results of a study from the United Kingdom.5 years ago
Forecasters downgrade flood warning for Skagit River
The National Weather Service in Seattle has downgraded the flood peak for the Skagit River.5 years ago
24 things to do in Seattle for the holidays
There's plenty to do in and around the greater Seattle region to help spread holiday cheer through December and into the new year.5 years ago
Recounts set for Snohomish, King counties after November election
Following the 2021 November general election, a few recounts are needed to settle races in Snohomish County and King County.5 years ago
Free to visit Washington state recreation lands Friday
No Discover Pass is needed for any visitor parking on DNR and WDFW lands and in day-use areas at state parks on Friday, Nov. 26.5 years ago
Snohomish County health officer: Fifth COVID wave ‘unlikely’ to be the last
A small decline in more serious cases of COVID continues a positive trend in Snohomish County, but the health officer isn't ruling out a future wave.5 years ago
Injured driver missing for four days rescued on Blewett Pass
An injured driver who was reported missing approximately four days earlier was rescued Monday night, Wenatchee Valley fire officials said.5 years ago
Lake Washington Boulevard closing to pass-through traffic Nov. 25-28
While Seattle students are out of class for Thanksgiving break, 3 miles of the Lake Washington Boulevard will be closed to pass-through traffic.5 years ago
Most Seattle-area trains, buses, ferries on holiday schedules for Thanksgiving
Plan ahead now as public transit schedules in the Seattle area could look a little different on your typical routes for the holiday weekend.5 years ago
Seattle mayor urges caution at holiday gatherings as COVID surges in parts of US
Seattle braces itself for an uptick in COVID cases after the Thanksgiving holiday with robust testing and vaccine clinics available.5 years ago
Washington Department of Health launches digital alternative to vaccine card
The state has officially launched its "WA Verify" tool, giving people the option to verify their COVID vaccine status with a unique QR code.5 years ago
State BLM group calls for investigation after report detailing biased policing in Pierce County
A new report details Pierce County Sheriff Department's disproportionate, excessive use of force against communities of color.5 years ago
Check your dishwasher, fridge, and bathroom before hosting for the holidays
We're used to holiday tips, but this is the first time Dave Ross says he's read about the home maintenance you should be doing for the holidays.5 years ago
Longview paper mill fined for failing to protect workers from COVID
A paper mill in Longview is appealing a state ruling accusing WestRock Services LLC of failing to protect workers from COVID-19.5 years ago
Sea-Tac Airport on how to skip TSA lines during Thanksgiving travel rush
With Thanksgiving travel expected to surge to pre-pandemic levels, Sea-Tac Airport has published a guide to help holiday travelers.5 years ago
