National Mario Day: How a Seattle man inspired the name of Nintendo's most iconic character
March 10 marks National Mario Day! Widely regarded as the most iconic videogame character of all time, Mario was actually named after a man from Seattle – and no, he was not a plumber.
Don't answer phone calls from these area codes
If you're getting a phone call from one of these area codes, don't answer - it's most likely a scammer.
WATCH: Suspect in stolen box truck rams patrol cars to escape arrest
The Pierce County Sheriff’s Office (PCSO) released new body camera video from an incident in early February, where a driver of a stolen box truck repeatedly rammed into multiple patrol cars to escape arrest.
FBI says not to travel to parts of Mexico for spring break after 2 Americans are killed during kidnapping
As spring break travel gets underway, U.S. authorities are warning against traveling to parts of Mexico after news came down that four Americans were kidnapped, ending in two of them being killed.
Macklemore announces free Monday night show in Seattle
Fans who want to see Grammy-winning Seattle rapper Macklemore for free in Capitol Hill on Monday night should start getting in line.
Recall issued for Trader Joe's salad mix in Washington, Oregon and Idaho
The Clackamas, Oregon-based company GH Foods NW, LLC is recalling more than 100 pounds of ready-to-eat chicken salad mix sold at Trader Joe's locations in Washington, Oregon and Idaho.
Boeing employee bought lottery ticket because it was at $747M, a nod to the aircraft. She won the jackpot.
An Auburn resident and Boeing employee has been identified as the winner of the record-breaking Powerball jackpot that was drawn on Feb. 6.
Jerry Richardson, founder and former owner of the Panthers, dead at 86
Jerry Richardson, the founder of the Carolina Panthers, died Wednesday night, the team announced. He was 86.
2 men plead guilty after posing as Native American artists, selling items for thousands of dollars
Two Western Washington men have pleaded guilty after posing as Native American artists, and selling items at Pike Place Market art galleries.
Drugmaker Eli Lilly says it's cutting insulin prices by 70%
The drugmaker says it will cap monthly out-of-pocket insulin costs at $35 for people who are not covered by Medicare’s prescription drug program.
Crews rescue person who became pinned on elevated conveyor belt near Salmon Bay
Crews safely rescued someone who became pinned by machinery equipment in the Ballard neighborhood on Thursday.
Vocal cat disrupts Washington city council meeting before being escorted out
He’s a cat but he’s got something to say, regardless of the public comment session's normal three-minute time limit.
Solar storm brings colorful Northern Lights to the Northwest
A minor solar flare that arrived late Tuesday night brought a brilliant display of the Northern Lights to the far northern reaches of the U.S.
American Girl releases new 'historical' dolls and they're '90s twins from Seattle
Yes, the '90s are back in style! American Girl introduced its newest historical dolls, and they're twins who grew up in Seattle in 1999.
Coffee meets olive oil: Starbucks' newest drinks are a taste of Italy
Chairman and CEO Howard Schultz came up with the idea after visiting Sicily in 2022 and noting how locals ingested a spoonful of olive oil on a daily basis.
Quadriplegic teen bakes cake as last wish: ‘Her goal is to empower people’
An Oklahoma teenager could’ve thought of many things for what could be her last wish, but she kept it straightforward with a powerful message.
Tacoma animal shelter in dire need of help, 223 rabbits confiscated from Puyallup home
The Humane Society for Tacoma and Pierce County is in dire need of donations and fosters after more than 200 rabbits were confiscated from a property in Puyallup.
National Pizza Day: Here’s where to score cheesy deals and freebies
Whether one prefers thin crust or deep dish, square cut or triangle cut — pizza always hits the spot.
US downs Chinese spy balloon off Carolina coast; Biden says he gave the order
The debris landed in 47 feet of water and spread out over roughly seven miles, with the recovery operation including several ships.
Tom Brady announces he is retiring 'for good' after 23 seasons in NFL
After 23 seasons with the NFL that including a historic Super Bowl win with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Tom Brady announced he will retire – for good this time.