Scientists examine world's rarest whale in New Zealand
Spade-toothed whales are extremely rare. None have ever been spotted alive at sea. One surfaced in New Zealand in July and now scientists hope to study it and find ways their adaptions to extreme environments can help human medicine. Since 1872, only seven have been found and all were dead.
Kokanee salmon return to Redmond by the thousands, largest numbers seen in 10 years
The Kokanee Salmon have returned to some of the rivers and streams in Redmond in the largest resurgence seen in over a decade.
Rumbles from WA's Mount Adams pulls scientists from ‘high-threat’ volcano
The installation of critical seismic sensors at Glacier Peak, one of Washington state's “very high threat” volcanoes, has been delayed for another two years.
130k gallons of sewage spill into Liberty Bay, advisories still in effect
A no-contact advisory and shellfish harvesting advisory are still in effect for parts of Liberty Bay and Keyport Shoreline after Kitsap County Public Works says nearly 130,000 gallons of sewage spilled into Puget Sound.
Environmentalists worry of Amazon's nuclear power investment
Lawmakers say Amazon's investment to expand nuclear power at Hanford may be best for the state.
Ways to cut down on plastic pollution this Thanksgiving
Cooking from scratch, shopping local, and reusing containers can help cut down on plastic pollution this holiday season.
Lost penguin’s 2,000-mile journey to Australia ends with return to Southern Ocean
The emperor penguin, dubbed Gus, had somehow swam over 2,000 miles from his icy home and was found on a sun-drenched beach in Denmark, Western Australia, earlier this month.
Study: Climate change produced stronger hurricanes
New data is shedding light on how human-caused climate change supercharged this year's hurricane season.
Monitoring king tides in South Park
The Seattle area is experiencing the first king tides of the season, and locals are making sure preparations are in place, just in case. The City of Seattle public works department is also preparing with sandbags, barriers and pumps in place.
'King tides' in coastal WA could bring flooding
Low pressure, a full moon, and cresting waves could all contribute to minor flooding in western Washington this weekend, especially for the coastal communities.
Southern resident orcas reclaim Penn Cove, 50 years after brutal roundups
For more than five decades, southern resident killer whales have steered clear of Penn Cove on Whidbey Island, avoiding waters haunted by a traumatic history.
List of worst-polluting cities released
New data showed cities in Asian and the United States emit the most pollution.
EPA announces methane fee for oil gas companies
New regulations from the Environmental Protection Agency requires oil and gas companies to pay up if they emit dangerous levels of methane gas.
Mountain Fire in Ventura County, CA destroying homes
So far, around 130 buildings are damaged and destroyed as a result of the Mountain Fire in Ventura County, California. Firefighters say high winds have complicated the battle to limit damage to homes and neighborhoods. But, they say they are with the community to help them through fore recovery efforts.
Upthegrove talks Washington Commissioner of Public Lands race
The Associated Press has not yet called the race for Washington Commissioner of Public Lands, but initial results show Democrat Dave Upthegrove ahead of Republican Jaime Herrera Beutler. Upthegrove joins Good Day Seattle the day after Election Day.
What is Initiative 2117, how it impacts WA's Climate Commitment Act?
Initiative No. 2117 aims to repeal Governor Jay Inslee's landmark climate legislation. Here's what to know.
Buckwheat named for late WA food grower, whose remains nourish crop
Washington State University announced its first buckwheat variety this summer, and said it honors a beloved farmer from the Olympic Peninsula.
Gray wolves illegally shot in WA; reward offered for information
Two gray wolves have been illegally killed in Washington. Now, federal and state law enforcement agencies are offering a reward for information.
Port of Seattle marks major green milestone as cruise season ends
As the 2024 cruise season comes to a close, city and port officials marked a significant milestone — the full electrification of all three cruise terminals.
Kelp disappearing from Puget Sound, researchers step in
Changes in the water, weather and environment around Puget Sound are causing kelp to disappear. There are efforts underway to bring it back in full force.