Northwest
What’s on the agenda for Washington’s 2026 legislative session
With a looming $1.6 billion to $2.3 billion budget shortfall hanging over the Washington state legislature, House and…
Northwest
Flood Patrol is King County’s ‘eyes and ears’ in flood emergencies
“This work is physically demanding and often unseen,” the county said.
Northwest
Flood science: How December’s atmospheric river soaked Washington
After recovering from record-setting flooding, many in King County are wondering why December’s flooding has been more extreme…
Northwest
New laws and taxes take effect in WA on Jan. 1
Tax hikes on big business and rental cars. Unemployment benefits for workers on strike.
News
Floods lead to shortage in local blood bank supply
For those looking to help in the aftermath of the floods in South King County and beyond, donating…
Life
Where to go ice skating in King County
Gliding around the ice is one of the joys of the holiday season — but not one you…
Northwest
Tenants’ rights and resources following floods
Washington state law has protections for tenants.
Sports
Three takeaways from Seattle’s historic night
The Seahawks rallied in one of the most impressive comebacks in franchise history. Here’s what stands out.
Northwest
Try Furoshiki: Japan’s eco-friendly way to wrap gifts
In collaboration with the Seattle Consulate-General of Japan and the King County Library System, local residents learned “Fabulous…
News
Maple Valley Highway near I-405 partially closed due to mudslide
The westbound lane on Maple Valley Highway/SR-169 is closed east of the Renton Community Center.
News
Green River levee breach impacts small areas of Kent, Renton and Tukwila
Levee breach video released; evacuation notice lifted Monday evening by King County
News
Both directions of SR 167 closed in Kent and Auburn due to flooding
The Washington State Department of Transportation reports that both directions of State Route 167 between Kent and Auburn…
Northwest
Feds approve WA emergency declaration for record flooding
As rivers began to recede, the federal government on Dec. 12 approved Washington’s request for aid to respond…
News
Major Cedar River flooding beats 1990 record
Public sandbag station hauls, flooded roadways, rushing tree trunks, a beaver caught in the current and a mad-dash…
News
Gov. Ferguson declares statewide emergency over major flooding
The flooding has affected SR 410 both near Greenwater and Sumner.
Northwest
WA’s ban on assault weapon sales survives another challenge
A judge last month once again upheld Washington’s 2023 law banning the sale of certain semiautomatic firearms classified…
Northwest
Author discusses graphic novel on Japanese incarceration camps
Each year, Washington students learn about Japanese-American detainments without due process following Japan’s attack on Pearl Harbor and…
Business
King County sees rise in unpermitted food vendors
Food safety rating signage now includes mobile food vendors.
Northwest
Pickleball gets its own Washington license plate
Washington served up a new license plate Nov. 19, honoring the state sport of pickleball.
News
King County shots fired incidents drop dramatically in 2025
Third-quarter report shows homicides by firearm down 48% from high of 31 in 2021 to 16 so far…