Washington Crime Lab on track to clear backlog of rape kits in next 3 months

The Washington State Crime Lab reports that by the end of this year, scientists should be able to completely clear out the massive backlog of rape kits that have been sitting on evidence shelves, some for decades.  

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Lanes of I-5 reopen near SR-520 after 'emergency repairs'

Lanes of northbound I-5 in Seattle were blocked for emergency repairs just south of SR 520 on Sunday afternoon.

Seattle Barrel and owner sentenced for repeatedly dumping hazardous chemicals into sewer system

Seattle Barrel and its owner, Louie Sanft, have been sentenced for repeatedly dumping corrosive chemicals into the sewer system, causing environmental damage, infrastructure harm, and endangering utility workers.

Man sentenced for death of BLM protester on I-5
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Dawit Kelete was sentenced to six and a half years in prison for driving down a blocked area of I-5 and running over two Black Lives Matter protestor.

Seattle's Southbound I-5 to Mercer Street off-ramps will be closed the next 4 weekends

Commuters in Seattle should brace themselves for temporary closures as the southbound I-5 and I-5 Express Lane off-ramps leading to Mercer Street will be shut down on consecutive weekends throughout the month of September.

Crews respond to possible drowning at Green Lake

Seattle Fire Department water rescue crews responded to reports of a person in Green Lake and in distress on Friday afternoon. 

South Lake Union Streetcar service to be suspended for sidewalk Repairs, transit stop improvements

The Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) is embarking on a significant infrastructure improvement project at Westlake Ave N & 9th Ave N, impacting the South Lake Union Streetcar Service.

Uber launches teen accounts in Seattle with safety features for parental supervision

Uber has introduced specialized teen accounts in Seattle, allowing parents to invite teens aged 13-17 to create Uber profiles with built-in safety features for independent ride and meal ordering, backed by real-time tracking, PIN verification, and audio recording.

Seattle rent prices inch upward in August

According to Zillow's August rental market report, the typical rent in the Seattle metro area experienced a slight uptick of 0.4% from July to August, reaching a monthly average of $2,287. This marks a 0.6% increase compared to the same period last year.

Suspect to face charges in Haller Lake shooting
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The man arrested in connection with a deadly shooting near Haller Lake in Seattle will be formally charged on Friday.

Sue Bird is returning to international basketball as ambassador for 2026 World Cup

Sue Bird loves telling this story. She’s on a plane, flying home from the Athens Olympics, and a flight attendant approached to ask if the pilot could see her gold medal. The next thing Bird knew, the medal was being passed up and down the aisles so everyone could touch it.

UW study detects traces of meth, fentanyl on public transit
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The University of Washington ran a study to see if drug smoke from fentanyl and methamphetamine is affecting transit operators and passengers.

Popular South Seattle fish market, Mutual Fish, to close mid-September

A famous family fish market that's been operating in Seattle for several generations is shutting its doors for the last time in mid-September.  

Mutual Fish to close by mid-September
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The popular fish market is shutting its doors after over 70 years in business.