Grays Harbor County resident dies from new bird flu strain
Health experts say the first documented human case of a new avian flu strain, reported this week in Grays Harbor County, poses little risk to the public. Officials believe the victim’s age and health conditions contributed to the infection and urge residents to avoid contact with dead birds and report any sick poultry.
WA resident dies from rare bird flu variant
A Grays Harbor County resident died from the bird flu on Friday, after becoming the first human to be infected with the H5N5 variant.
WA resident dies from rare bird flu variant
A Grays Harbor County resident died from the bird flu on Friday, after becoming the first human to be infected with the H5N5 variant.
AMBER Alert for 2 girls abducted in Grays Harbor County
Washington State Patrol has put out an AMBER Alert for two girls who were reportedly abducted by their mother in Grays Harbor County on Tuesday.
Washington resident is infected with a different type of bird flu
Health officials in Washington state report a resident has contracted bird flu, marking the first U.S. human case since February.
Health officials report possible first human avian flu case in WA for 2025
A Grays Harbor County resident has a preliminary positive test for avian influenza, the first possible human case in Washington this year, officials say.
Sea lion spotted lounging on flooded roadway near Cosmopolis, WA
Police in Western Washington warned drivers about water on the road — and a sea lion some online called “unbothered" and “moisturized."
Remains found near Ocean Shores identified as Tacoma woman
Authorities have identified human remains found near Ocean Shores as those of 51-year-old Tacoma resident Annie Michelle Fears, and investigators are asking for the public’s help as the case remains under investigation.
WWII-era super bazooka rocket shell found in Grays Harbor County, WA
Authorities closed roads Thursday after a World War II-era rocket for a super bazooka was found in the county.
Missing girl Oakley Carlson declared legally dead
Five-year-old Oakley Carlson has been declared legally dead by a Pacific County judge nearly four years after she was reported missing from Grays Harbor County.
Westport Longboard Classic returns for second year
The Westport Longboard Classic, a surfing competition that was a staple for 20 years, was revived for a second year in Grays Harbor County. More than 150 contestants from across the West Coast and Canada competed in the event, which brought together surfers of all ages.
1 dead after fire in Ocean Shores, WA
A person was found dead after a fire over the weekend in Ocean Shores.
1 dead, 2 injured in small plane crash at Olympic National Park
One person died and two others were injured after a small plane crashed in Olympic National Park on Tuesday.
2 fishermen hit by waves, killed in Ocean Shores, WA
Two surf fishermen were killed after being hit by breaking waves in Ocean Shores Wednesday morning.
Former Aberdeen, WA council member convicted of child rape
Former Aberdeen City Councilmember Riley Tyrel Carter, who once sported a “Make Pedophiles Afraid Again” hat, was found guilty of child rape and incest on Friday.
2.9 magnitude earthquake hits Grays Harbor County, WA
The earthquake happened at 2:18 a.m. and was about 35 miles north-northeast from Satsop.
Coast Guard suspends search for fishing boat captain near Westport, WA
The Coast Guard has announced the end to their search efforts for the captain of a capsized fishing vessel off the coast of Washington.
3 rescued, 1 missing after fishing vessel capsizes off WA coast
A U.S. Coast Guard crew rescued three individuals from a capsized fishing vessel near Westport, WA, and is actively searching for one missing person.
K9 helps Aberdeen police arrest man wanted for warrants
Aberdeen police arrested a 34-year-old Elma man after a trespassing complaint led to a pursuit and struggle, resulting in charges of obstructing a public servant, resisting arrest, and assault.
Inmates evacuated due to jail basement fire in Grays Harbor, WA
Inmates have been evacuated from the Grays Harbor County Jail following a basement fire.