Stephanie Klein
State trooper who told off Gov. Inslee dies after battle with COVID-19
State Trooper Robert LaMay, who famously quit over the COVID vaccine mandate, has died after a battle with the virus, as reported by KIRO Newsradio.1 year ago
Woman arrested for string of arsons in Tacoma
Tacoma police have arrested a woman suspected in a string of arsons from Tuesday evening to early Wednesday morning.1 year ago
National Guard arrives to Harborview Medical Center to help with COVID testing
A Seattle hospital official says the arrival of 10 army soldiers on Friday is a huge help and will free up staff to care for patients.1 year ago
Top dog and cat names in King County last year
King County released its 2021 list of most popular pet names and 'Bella' and 'Luna' came out on top.1 year ago
Washington hospitals worried about capacity ahead of potential omicron wave
The Washington State Hospital Association is preparing for an influx of patients with COVID-19 as omicron spreads across the region.1 year ago
Seattle schools will reopen in person after winter break
Seattle Public Schools plans to resume in-person learning as scheduled on Jan. 3, but remains open to the possibility for a return to remote learning.1 year ago
Seattle mayor-elect announces new administration, including niece
Seattle Mayor-elect Bruce Harrell announced the first members of his new administration on Monday.1 year ago
Vaccine verification to expand to small restaurants, bars in King County
Proof of COVID vaccination will be required at small restaurants and bars in King County starting Monday. It was already required at larger establishments.1 year ago
Three cases of omicron variant found in Washington state
The state Department of Health has confirmed there are three cases of the omicron variant of COVID-19 in Washington.1 year ago
I-5 in Marysville reopens after police activity
Traffic was backed up for miles on northbound I-5 through Marysville for police activity Saturday morning.1 year ago
Report confirms uptick in shootings across King County, Seattle
The King County Prosecuting Attorney's Office released an updated report on gun violence data after a rash of shootings.1 year ago
Dave Chappelle coming to Seattle’s Climate Pledge Arena
Comedian Dave Chappelle is coming to Climate Pledge Arena for a show on New Year's Eve.1 year ago
Seattle police investigating 5 shootings overnight
Seattle police are investigating five shootings in the past 24-hour period. Two people were injured.1 year ago
Lawmaker aims to restore 21-gun salute at Washington’s capitol
Since a bill passed to prohibit the open carry of firearms or weapons on capitol grounds in Olympia, one lawmaker says they've missed the 21-gun salute.1 year ago
UW study: Less screen time, more physical activity leads to better mental health for kids
Parents, your suspicion is now backed up by a study from the UW that confirms more physical activity and less screen time leads to better mental health.1 year ago
State reports 92% compliance after vaccine mandate deadline
At least 92% of state workers have shown proof they're vaccinated against COVID-19 or were approved for exemption, according to the state.1 year ago
Seattle school district reports 99% COVID vaccine compliance
Seattle's school district says the "overwhelming majority" of its staff has shown proof that they have been vaccinated against COVID-19.1 year ago
Seattle store owner arrested for trafficking stolen Star Wars LEGOs
A store owner in downtown Seattle was arrested on Friday for trafficking stolen Star Wars LEGOs, among other items.1 year ago
What to know now that Oct. 18 deadline for vaccine mandate has arrived
The deadline for state workers, including educators, and healthcare workers to show their employers proof that they're vaccinated against COVID-19 is Monday, Oct. 18.1 year ago
Seattle police patrolling lower West Seattle Bridge after reports of covered plates
Seattle police say they are conducting enforcement at the lower West Seattle Bridge after it was discovered that drivers have been obscured their license plates to avoid traffic cameras.1 year ago
Seattle Police Chief asks officers to submit vaccine paperwork
As the Oct. 18 deadline to prove COVID-19 vaccination or risk losing a job looms, Seattle Police Chief Adrian Diaz sent a heartfelt memo to officers letting them know he doesn't want to lose them.1 year ago
Boeing employees protest vaccine mandate in Everett
A few dozen people stood in the rain outside the Machinist union hall in Everett on Friday protesting the vaccine mandate Boeing announced this week.1 year ago
Seattle Public Schools will suspend 142 bus routes in anticipation of driver shortage
Seattle Public Schools says it has alerted parents that it's suspending school bus service on 142 routes -- or 24% -- due to staffing challenges.1 year ago
