Parents may have to make 'alternate arrangements' as Kent teacher's strike goes into week 2

On Friday, the Kent Educators Association (KEA) organized a BBQ and picnic for union members as the bargaining team continues talks with the district using a mediator in order to try to come to an agreement on a contract.

Seattle Children's nurses ratify new contract

Nurses with the Washington State Nurses Association (WSNA) union have voted to rarity their new contract. 

Some Seattle Public Schools bus routes to be cancelled due to staffing shortages

Just a week out from the start of the school year, Seattle Public Schools has come to an agreement with First Student and startup competitor Zum to provide transportation to students. 

Repeat offender accused of sexual assault, leading Seattle police on chase

The man accused of sexual assault and who Seattle police arrested after a pursuit earlier this week has been charged with rape and kidnapping. 

SPS gives Zum bus routes back to First Student; start-up needs more time to build fleet

First Student announced it has agreed to take 78 Seattle Public School (SPS) bus routes previously awarded to Zum. The startup admitted it lacked the drivers and buses to fulfill the terms of their contract, according to a Wednesday news release.

New Omicron COVID boosters: How to get the shot, who is eligible, where can you get vaccinated?

The U.S. on Wednesday authorized its first update to COVID-19 vaccines, booster doses that target today’s most common omicron strain. When and where can you get the updated booster?

Harborview Medical Center no longer turning away some patients

Harborview Medical Center in Seattle is again admitting and treating all types of patients after a lack of bed space caused the hospital to temporarily divert some people to other health care facilities.

Seattle teachers' union board authorizes strike vote which could happen this weekend

The Seattle Education Association's Board of Directors voted on Tuesday to approve a strike authorization vote. Educators could vote on a potential strike this weekend.

Man dead, another injured in North Seattle shooting

Seattle police detectives are investigating a homicide after a shooting left a man dead and another injured overnight in North Seattle. 

Man accused of 12-hour Seattle crime spree, including murder, again does not appear in court

The man accused of shoving a woman down the stairs at a Seattle light rail station and for a deadly beating that happened just a few hours later again did not appear in court.

Seattle Police arrest sexual assault suspect after car chase

Seattle Police have arrested a man suspected of sexual assault after he allegedly led officers on a chase throughout north Seattle on Monday. 

Chinook Indian Nation members rally for federal recognition

Members of the Chinook Indian Nation rallied Monday on the steps of a federal building in Seattle to raise awareness for their long fight to get federal recognition.

WDFW says to keep a close eye on pets, children amid reports of coyote attacks in Magnolia

The Washington State Department of Fish & Wildlife urges residents in Seattle's Magnolia neighborhood to keep their pets leashed up or indoors, following a spate of reports of pets getting attacked by coyotes.

Students form long lines for 'Back2School Bash' backpack giveaway

The Rainier Beach Back2School Bash drew more than 1,000 people to the local community center Saturday, with volunteers providing free music, food, games and school supplies for those in attendance.

1 killed, 1 injured in Columbia City shooting

One man was killed and another critically injured following a shooting in Seattle’s Columbia City neighborhood on Saturday.