Asian giant hornet spotted just north of the border in British Columbia
Another Asian giant hornet has been spotted, but this time across the border in British Columbia. Though it's well within flying distance to the US.5 years ago
Washington officials expect just 40% voter turnout in 2021
So far in the 2021 general election, overall voter turnout in Washington is low. It may not get much higher, either, expected to only reach about 40%.5 years ago
Kathy Lambert still trails in race for King County Council, rest of incumbents hold leads
In early election returns from Tuesday night, one notable King County Council incumbent is trailing, while the rest have jumped out to sizable early leads.5 years ago
Dow Constantine appears ticketed for reelection in race for King County Executive
Dow Constantine continues to lead in the race for King County Executive after the latest round of results on Wednesday with 54% of the vote,5 years ago
Victoria Woodards leads in Tacoma mayoral race
Victoria Woodards is leading in the race for Tacoma mayor in the November general election, garnering 58% of the vote.5 years ago
Sara Nelson solidifies win in race for Seattle Position 9 at-large council seat
Sara Nelson continues to lead in the race for Seattle City Council Position 9 in the November general election.5 years ago
Teresa Mosqueda ticketed for reelection to Seattle Position 8 council seat
Teresa Mosqueda has extended her lead in the race for Seattle City Council Position 8 in the November general election, garnering 53% of the vote.5 years ago
Nicole Thomas-Kennedy concedes Seattle City Attorney race to Ann Davison
Nicole Thomas-Kennedy has officially conceded the Seattle City Attorney race to Ann Davison, who held onto a 4-point lead to start the week.5 years ago
Bruce Harrell wins mayoral race, as Gonzalez concedes following latest vote tally
Lorena Gonzalez officially conceded on Thursday evening, with Bruce Harrell now ticketed to be Seattle's next mayor.5 years ago
Boeing, WSU students collaborate on new system to disinfect planes
New technology to improve airplane cabin sanitation might be developed by students at Washington State University, in partnership with Boeing.5 years ago
Where to find a ballot drop box ahead of Tuesday night deadline
You can find a ballot drop box near you up until 8 p.m. on Election Day, when voting is officially closed.5 years ago
After steady decline, COVID cases in Snohomish County are rising
Snohomish County’s health department is reporting an uptick in its COVID case rate, increasing from 331 to 351 per 100,000.5 years ago
COVID vaccine for children avoids ‘devastating’ illness, says Mercer Island MD
A pediatric cardiac surgeon from Mercer Island breaks down the FDA's conclusion to allow the COVID-19 vaccine for children.5 years ago
Two injured in shooting Sunday in Seattle’s Chinatown-International District
Seattle police are investigating after two people were shot in the leg Sunday evening in the Chinatown-International District.5 years ago
Seattle-area foundation educates about sudden cardiac arrest in young people
Led by a local mother, the Nick of Time Foundation is trying to increase awareness about sudden cardiac arrest and how it affects children and young adults.5 years ago
Five Vote Centers to open in King County, one at Lumen Field
Ahead of Election Day on Nov. 2, five Vote Center locations across King County will open Saturday, including one at Lumen Field Events Center.5 years ago
Chance to see aurora borealis across Washington before Halloween
The skies will clear up enough by Saturday night that it may be possible to see an aurora borealis in areas of the Pacific Northwest.5 years ago
Gov. Inslee: Dems, Republicans do not ‘own the secretary of state’s office’
Following Kim Wyman's resignation, some Republicans have asked Gov. Inslee to select a Republican replacement. He says nothing has been ruled in or out.5 years ago
Nearly 90% of Washington’s public school employees vaccinated against COVID
Nearly 90% of Washington’s public K-12 school employees have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19.5 years ago
Seattle police detective, DOC specialist shoot suspect in Des Moines
A Seattle police detective and a state Department of Corrections specialist shot a man Wednesday while attempting to arrest him on a felony warrant.5 years ago
KIRO Radio’s Halloween special: ‘The Murder of Roger Ackroyd’
If you missed KIRO Radio's live Halloween performance of "The Murder of Roger Ackroyd" -- or if you want to hear it again -- you're in luck.5 years ago
First Seattle homeless residents moving in to King County’s hotel
A hotel that's part of King County's "Health Through Housing" initiative in North Seattle will welcome its first residents this week.5 years ago
Downtown Seattle Association says $27M for homelessness is ‘money well-spent’
The King County Regional Homeless Authority recently announced its plans to ask for $27 million to fund homeless resources in Seattle's downtown core.5 years ago
