Christopher Columbus' controversial legacy
Today, a lot of people across the United States will be celebrating either Columbus Day or Indigenous Peoples' Day.
Today, a lot of people across the United States will be celebrating either Columbus Day or Indigenous Peoples' Day.
Fall front porch decorators
Fall is officially here and people across the country spend big bucks to hire porch decorators.
Fall is officially here and people across the country spend big bucks to hire porch decorators.
Operation Santa: What you can do now to help a child in need this holiday season
The Postal Service says they receive far more letters than donors each year. They’re hoping that changes in 2025.
The Postal Service says they receive far more letters than donors each year. They’re hoping that changes in 2025.
13 of the best pumpkin patches near Seattle to visit this fall
From pumpkin patches with hayrides and petting zoos to farms with apple picking options, here's a list of the best pumpkin patches to visit near Seattle this fall.
From pumpkin patches with hayrides and petting zoos to farms with apple picking options, here's a list of the best pumpkin patches to visit near Seattle this fall.
Here's what's open and closed on Labor Day 2025
Banks and many stores are closed on Labor Day, but other retailers are open. Note that some locations may have varying hours.
Banks and many stores are closed on Labor Day, but other retailers are open. Note that some locations may have varying hours.
Seattle ranked top domestic destination on Labor Day
Seattle has been ranked as the #1 domestic destination for Labor Day weekend travel by AAA, surpassing other popular cities like Orlando and New York.
Seattle has been ranked as the #1 domestic destination for Labor Day weekend travel by AAA, surpassing other popular cities like Orlando and New York.
Labor Day traffic: When to travel, not travel in WA
WSDOT is anticipating higher-than-usual traffic across the state this year over Labor Day weekend. Here are the best times to travel.
WSDOT is anticipating higher-than-usual traffic across the state this year over Labor Day weekend. Here are the best times to travel.
Hershey unveils new twist on Halloween candy classics
Harry Potter and Charlie Brown are among the icons joining (and returning to) the candy crew this season.
Harry Potter and Charlie Brown are among the icons joining (and returning to) the candy crew this season.
Experts encourage earlier holiday shopping
While it's the middle of July, it might be the best time to start your holiday shopping, as experts say fears over rising costs are pushing more people to shop sooner than later.
While it's the middle of July, it might be the best time to start your holiday shopping, as experts say fears over rising costs are pushing more people to shop sooner than later.
Seattle hospital treats dozens of fireworks-related injuries
Harborview Medical Center has released the number and type of firework-related injuries from this year's Fourth of July celebrations in western Washington.
Harborview Medical Center has released the number and type of firework-related injuries from this year's Fourth of July celebrations in western Washington.
Central Pierce Fire reports hundreds of calls over Fourth of July
Central Pierce Fire and Rescue says that have a "busy 24 hours" after receiving hundreds of calls as residents celebrated Fourth of July. They expect more going into the weekend.
Central Pierce Fire and Rescue says that have a "busy 24 hours" after receiving hundreds of calls as residents celebrated Fourth of July. They expect more going into the weekend.
Tukwila police: Google, AI pushing fake fireworks show causing confusion in WA
Police in Tukwila say Google and AI tools are picking up on old events and confusing the public.
Police in Tukwila say Google and AI tools are picking up on old events and confusing the public.
July Fourth boaters warned about deadly waterfront danger with lifesaving summer tips
A boating safety expert shares critical tips as Coast Guard data shows 564 deaths and 3,844 accidents in 2023, as officials emphasize proper training and safety checklists.
A boating safety expert shares critical tips as Coast Guard data shows 564 deaths and 3,844 accidents in 2023, as officials emphasize proper training and safety checklists.
July 4th fireworks 2025: How to watch & stream live
Want to keep the parades and fireworks up on your smart TV all day long? Here's where you can find live fireworks and more.
Want to keep the parades and fireworks up on your smart TV all day long? Here's where you can find live fireworks and more.
Remember when? Statue of Liberty restorations in 1986
After weathering New York Harbor for decades, Lady Liberty was in need of major upgrades ahead of her 100th birthday. Here’s a look back at the process.
After weathering New York Harbor for decades, Lady Liberty was in need of major upgrades ahead of her 100th birthday. Here’s a look back at the process.
Where to watch Fourth of July fireworks shows in Seattle
There are quite a few places to see fireworks displays in western Washington for the 4th of July. Check out our full roundup:
There are quite a few places to see fireworks displays in western Washington for the 4th of July. Check out our full roundup:
What's ahead for America's 250th birthday celebration
President Donald Trump kicked off the celebration and one-year countdown with remarks on Thursday. Here's what we know.
President Donald Trump kicked off the celebration and one-year countdown with remarks on Thursday. Here's what we know.
What's open and closed on July 4th?
From Costco and Trader Joe’s to post offices and banks, here’s what’s open and closed on the Fourth of July 2025.
From Costco and Trader Joe’s to post offices and banks, here’s what’s open and closed on the Fourth of July 2025.
Fourth of July tips for parents to keep kids safe
Rose Sprinkle, author of The Little Virtues, joined Good Day Seattle ahead of Independence Day with some tips.
Rose Sprinkle, author of The Little Virtues, joined Good Day Seattle ahead of Independence Day with some tips.
Preventing hearing loss on the 4th of July
As preparations for 4th of July celebrations get underway across the country, health experts are warning about the dangers of setting off fireworks, and the severe risk for hearing loss.
As preparations for 4th of July celebrations get underway across the country, health experts are warning about the dangers of setting off fireworks, and the severe risk for hearing loss.