Washington health officials baffled by ‘strange’ new COVID testing guidance from CDC
Local health experts are puzzled over new testing guidance from the CDC, which narrows the scope of who should be tested for COVID-19.6 years ago
Report: Pandemic stressing Washington’s ‘already fragile’ child care system
A newly-released report worries that the COVID-19 crisis could soon stress Washington state's already-strained child care system.6 years ago
New details in murder of West Seattle couple whose remains were found in suitcase
A suspect has officially been charged in the murder of a West Seattle couple, whose remains were found in a suitcase and duffel bag at Duwamish Head.6 years ago
Opinion: OPA reports show Seattle cops get away with despicable behavior
Thee system of accountability SPD has in place right now is not only failing to root out the bad apples -- it's allowing their seeds to take root and grow.6 years ago
Seattle restaurants get creative in closing down streets, opening up space
With COVID-19 continuing to cause problems for local restaurants and bars, many are finding creative ways to attract customers.6 years ago
Tacoma, Wenatchee postal workers go against USPS orders, reinstall sorting machines
A pair of postal service facilities in Washington are defying orders from USPS management and reinstalling previously decommissioned mail-sorting machines.6 years ago
Mayor Durkan, Seattle council ‘set differences aside’ for new COVID-19 relief package
After weeks of conflict between Mayor Durkan and Seattle City Council, the two parties have come to an agreement over a new COVID-19 aid package.6 years ago
After losing out in governor primary, GOP candidate launches write-in bid for different role
Former Bothell Mayor Joshua Freed may have lost in his race for governor, but now, he has his sights set on a write-in campaign for lieutenant governor.6 years ago
Seattle Kraken store opens by appointment only along Lake Union
Seattleites will soon be able buy Kraken gear in person, with the team's brick-and-mortar store at Chandler's Cove opening to the public on Friday.6 years ago
Washington state lawmakers call for action over ‘dire’ unemployment numbers
Washington state lawmakers are calling on Senate Republicans to provide aid for a growing number of unemployed Americans.6 years ago
Seattle-area postal workers ‘don’t see a plan’ to fix crucial mail-sorting machines before election
Gov. Jay Inslee expressed concerns Thursday, that recently-decommissioned mail-sorting machines in Seattle-area post offices aren't going to be replaced.6 years ago
Police arrest suspect linked to suitcase of human remains found in West Seattle
Seattle police have arrested a suspect in connection with a suitcase of human remains found in at Duwamish Head in West Seattle in mid June.6 years ago
Poll: Pandemic may be thawing ‘Seattle Freeze’ (sort of)
A new poll indicates the "Seattle Freeze" may be thawing, with the region's residents becoming friendlier to their neighbors since the start of lockdowns.6 years ago
Seattle inches closer to e-scooter pilot program, with focus on West Seattle, BIPOC neighborhoods
Seattle residents have been waiting on the arrival of e-scooters for almost a year, and in the next few months, that goal may finally be realized.6 years ago
Mystery over stolen plane takes shape in Jefferson County
On the northwest Washington coast, a mystery involving a stolen plane, and a crash near La Push, and an injured man inside the cockpit has taken shape.6 years ago
Seattle housing market sees ‘massive changes’ in post-lockdown landscape
With many people continuing to hunker down in their homes during the ongoing pandemic, we've seen home-buying habits go through a sizable shift.6 years ago
26-year-old injured, suspect remains at large after Tuesday shooting on Rainier Avenue
Seattle police are investigating a possible shooting in the 3100 block of Rainier Avenue South.6 years ago
WA Supreme Court expedites timeline for appeal over Mayor Durkan recall petition
The Supreme Court of Washington State has issued an expedited timeline to hear an appeal over a petition to recall Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan.6 years ago
AG Ferguson won’t drop USPS lawsuit despite Postmaster General halting changes
Washington AG Bob Ferguson announced a lawsuit Tuesday to fight recent changes enacted by the USPS that he fears will compromise the November election.6 years ago
Washington state mask wearing improving, but still short of key benchmark
The IHME released a new series of maps recently, detailing the progress states like Washington have made in increasing frequency of mask wearing.6 years ago
WA Sec. of State Wyman: Could be ‘mid to late November’ before we know 2020 election results
With mail-in ballots getting implemented in many states in 2020, Sec. State Kim Wyman is warning voters to be patient with election results come November.6 years ago
Report: New COVID-19 cases flattening in ‘practically all counties’ in Washington
The latest update from the Washington Department of Health indicates that the state's latest COVID-19 outbreak is beginning to trend in the right direction.6 years ago
First male ‘murder hornet’ captured in Whatcom County
The Asian giant hornet's presence continues to persist in Washington, evidenced by the recent capture of a male hornet in Whatcom County.6 years ago
