King County sees dramatic rise in traffic fatalities, serious injuries
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As of May 2024, prosecutors from the Felony Traffic Unit have reported an alarming 143% increase in felony-level traffic crime cases compared to 2019.

King County sees dramatic rise in traffic fatalities, serious injuries

The King County Prosecuting Attorney's Office has sounded the alarm on a disturbing rise in traffic fatalities and serious injury crashes.

Seattle City Council approves expanding license plate-reading tech for police

The Seattle City Council approved new legislation to expand “automated license plate reader" technology to the police department’s entire fleet.

WA police officer dragged, run over while trying to arrest suspect

A Milton police officer was critically injured Wednesday while attempting to detain a suspect with an outstanding drug warrant near the Pierce/King County line.

Rachel Morin murder: Mom says daughter is more than a statistic: 'They’re using her like a 'political flag'

The mother of Rachel Morin, the Maryland mom of five who was brutally raped and murdered while hiking near her home last year, said she hopes her daughter won't become just another "statistic" and used as a political pawn after an illegal immigrant was charged in the case.

Seattle cracks down on street racing with new legislation, $500 fine

Seattle is combatting illegal street racing with new legislation that imposes fines and requires ignition interlock devices for offenders.

Company making 3-point seatbelts standard on all school buses

Blue Bird Corporation, the only U.S.-owned school bus manufacturer, will introduce three-point seatbelts and other significant safety upgrades, including driver airbags and advanced lighting, on all new models starting in fall 2024.

Two injured in Mount Vernon drive-by shooting

Mount Vernon police are investigating a drive-by shooting that left two people injured Tuesday night.

Crews battle fire on Herron Island, arson suspected

Crews knocked down a massive structure fire on Herron Island early Wednesday morning, and investigators believe it was arson.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Families of Boeing victims demand justice
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Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun in Washington, D.C. answered to lawmakers about safety culture and new whistleblower claims.

Crews battle fire on Herron Island, arson suspected
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Crews are fighting a structure fire on Herron Island. Investigators suspect the fire was caused by arson.

Homicide investigation launched in Tacoma
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Police are investigating after a man was found dead in Tacoma on Wednesday morning.

Insurance companies drop SODO businesses due to high crime rates

Businesses in Seattle’s SODO neighborhood report insurance providers are increasing rates, and in some cases, even refusing to issue policies altogether.

Seattle interim police chief aims to bring back SROs amid school violence

Seattle’s Interim Chief of Police, Sue Rahr, is advocating for the return of School Resource Officers (SROs), saying they will create a safer environment for students.

Kent teens suspected of stealing car, causing multiple injuries in rollover crash

Kent Police arrested a 16-year-old and another suspected teen after they allegedly stole a car and flipped it at an intersection, seriously injuring several people.