Good News Only: Playoff-bound Kraken, Space Needle paint job, paraglider emergency landing
The Seattle Kraken are heading to the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the first time in franchise history, and it's only their second year – but the way they did it is as impressive as the accomplishment itself. Officials announced the Space Needle will return to its regular ‘Astronaut White’ paint job, marking the end of the ‘Galaxy Gold’ 60-year anniversary celebration. And a paraglider soaring in the Issaquah area makes a split-second landing decision after being blown off course.
The Space Needle will be repainted 'Astronaut White' in May
The Seattle Space Needle will be ditching its retro ‘Galaxy Gold’ paint job, and returning to ‘Astronaut White’ in May.
Seattle police find body in Renton woods while searching for missing woman Leticia Martinez
Seattle Police say investigators found a body believed to be connected to the disappearance of Seattle woman Leticia Martinez, who was last seen March 31 at a Mariners game.
Beniers grows from rookie to leader for playoff-bound Kraken
The cameo Matty Beniers made last year during the disappointing debut season of the Seattle Kraken provided an optimistic glimmer of what a full season with the young center on the ice could mean for the young franchise.
Docs: Suspect in Leticia Martinez's disappearance 'tried to murder her son' before torching her car
"There is no doubt that he has information regarding her disappearance, he tried to murder her son, a witness to her disappearance, and has destroyed evidence by burning Leticia's vehicle after his failed plan to kill her son," according to charging documents.
Washington judge temporarily halts discontinuation of abortion drug nationwide
Access to the most commonly used method of abortion in the U.S. plunged into uncertainty Friday following conflicting court rulings in Washington and Texas over the legality of the abortion medication mifepristone.
'Poorly Drawn Pets' raises $30k for The Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County
In about 30 hours, The Humane Society for Tacoma and Pierce County raised more than $30,000 from donations for its Poorly Drawn Pets.
States consider banning cosmetics that contain PFAS
A growing number of state legislatures are considering banning the sale of cosmetics and other consumer products that contain the toxic industrial compound PFAS, so-called forever chemicals.
2 teens, 1 man arrested in shooting death of 16-year-old Foss High School student
"No parents are prepared, nor should they be prepared, to bury their child." A 16-year-old who was shot and killed in Tacoma has been identified as a Foss High School student.
Washington clinics conducting nationwide trial for vaccine to treat canine cancer
Learning that your dog has cancer is devastating, but a vaccine being tested in Washington could give you more time with your pet.
Tacoma animal shelter hosts 'Poorly Drawn Pets' fundraiser
The Humane Society for Tacoma and Pierce County offered poorly drawn pet portraits for $20, raising $30,000 in just two days.
Police investigate after burglars steal $500K worth of iPhones from Lynnwood Apple Store
Police are investigating a burglary at a Lynnwood Apple Store, where suspects stole about $500,000 worth of products on Sunday.
Necropsy: Gray whale washed up on Fox Island likely died from vessel hit
Cascadia Research Collective and the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) have determined the likely cause of death of a gray whale that washed up dead on Fox Island.
1 killed, 3 critically injured after SUV crashes into Auburn home
Auburn police are investigating after a car crashed into a home and left one person dead and multiple people critically injured Wednesday morning.
WDFW: Coastal razor clam digs begin April 6, daily limit increases to 20 clams
The Washington state Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) announced the next round of coastal razor clam digging will run from April 6-12.
Bringing Tokitae home: How to release a long-captive orca?
For some, it's called to mind the release of Keiko, the star of the movie “Free Willy," more than two decades ago. Keiko’s return to his native Iceland vastly improved upon his life in a Mexico City tank, but he failed to adapt to the wild and died five years later.
Mason County crews rescue parachutist stuck in tree
Central Mason Fire & EMS rescued a parachutist who got stuck high up in a tree in Shelton over the weekend.
WSDOT worker saves woman's life after she crashed her car, became stranded overnight in remote area
A traveler who found herself stranded near Chinook Pass is alive, thanks to a WSDOT maintenance worker who was at the right place at the right time.
Ski Report: Ski season isn't over until La Niña says it's over, 6-10" of powder this weekend
Spring is here, but ski season isn't over until La Niña says it's over. Skiers and boarders, we've got an early April powder weekend on the horizon, and some resorts are even extending their seasons.
WSF internal investigation claims captain was at fault for 2022 ferry crash
An internal investigation conducted by Washington State Ferries (WSF) is blaming the captain for causing a ferry to crash at a dock last year.