Seattle's "Hawk Alley" cleared of encampments ahead of playoffs
Before the pandemic, Utah Avenue in Seattle's SODO district was packed with Seahawks tailgaters every gameday. But after COVID, RVs and tents moved in, and fans stopped coming. Now, just days before a major NFL playoff game, the encampments are suddenly gone.
Before the pandemic, Utah Avenue in Seattle's SODO district was packed with Seahawks tailgaters every gameday. But after COVID, RVs and tents moved in, and fans stopped coming. Now, just days before a major NFL playoff game, the encampments are suddenly gone.
PNSN to measure seismic activity during Saturday's Seahawks playoff game
The Seattle Seahawks are once again teaming up with the Pacific Northwest Seismic Network (PNSN) to monitor how much the ground shakes when fans cheer during Saturday’s playoff game at Lumen Field.
The Seattle Seahawks are once again teaming up with the Pacific Northwest Seismic Network (PNSN) to monitor how much the ground shakes when fans cheer during Saturday’s playoff game at Lumen Field.
Trump announces federal funding cuts for sanctuary cities and states, including WA
President Trump announced his administration will cut funding to sanctuary cities and states that do not cooperate with ICE, starting Feb. 1.
President Trump announced his administration will cut funding to sanctuary cities and states that do not cooperate with ICE, starting Feb. 1.
Man injured in Seattle drive-by shooting
A 19-year-old man was injured in a drive-by shooting Tuesday night in Seattle's South Park neighborhood.
A 19-year-old man was injured in a drive-by shooting Tuesday night in Seattle's South Park neighborhood.
Former Bothell city councilmember pleads guilty to 2024 killing
Former Bothell city councilmember James McNeal pleaded guilty to manslaughter and assault in the 2024 death of his 20-year-old girlfriend.
Former Bothell city councilmember James McNeal pleaded guilty to manslaughter and assault in the 2024 death of his 20-year-old girlfriend.
Man with machete arrested after standoff in Seattle's University District
Seattle police arrested a 47-year-old man armed with a machete after an hours-long standoff Tuesday night.
Seattle police arrested a 47-year-old man armed with a machete after an hours-long standoff Tuesday night.
Seattle U-District's Varsity Theatre announces closure
The historic Varsity Theatre in Seattle’s University District is closing this week after more than 80 years in operation.
The historic Varsity Theatre in Seattle’s University District is closing this week after more than 80 years in operation.
How the Seahawks got their name 50 years ago
Fifty years ago, the Seattle Seahawks got its name through a radio competition where fans got the chance to choose a name.
Fifty years ago, the Seattle Seahawks got its name through a radio competition where fans got the chance to choose a name.
Seattle weather: Foggy mornings ahead
While the rain has ended, some clouds are still hanging around this afternoon. They will start to clear out by the early evening hours.
While the rain has ended, some clouds are still hanging around this afternoon. They will start to clear out by the early evening hours.
Police arrest felon carrying knives in Seattle's Chinatown-International District
Police arrested a felon for carrying illegal knives in Seattle’s Chinatown-International District on Sunday.
Police arrested a felon for carrying illegal knives in Seattle’s Chinatown-International District on Sunday.
Four charged in western WA drug trafficking conspiracy
Four Washington residents face federal charges in connection to a drug trafficking conspiracy, following a Homeland Security investigation.
Four Washington residents face federal charges in connection to a drug trafficking conspiracy, following a Homeland Security investigation.
Bruce Lee to be honored with a U.S. Post Office Forever stamp
The U.S. Postal Service will honor the martial arts legend and actor Bruce Lee with a new Forever stamp during a ceremony in Seattle next month.
The U.S. Postal Service will honor the martial arts legend and actor Bruce Lee with a new Forever stamp during a ceremony in Seattle next month.
Businesses in Seattle’s Pioneer Square gear up for Seahawks playoff game
Pioneer Square businesses say the Seahawks vs 49ers game is expected to bring large crowds and a much-needed boost in foot traffic.
Pioneer Square businesses say the Seahawks vs 49ers game is expected to bring large crowds and a much-needed boost in foot traffic.
Here's why the Blue Angels are in Seattle
Here's why the Blue Angels are in Seattle ahead of the 2026 Boeing Seafair Air Show.
Here's why the Blue Angels are in Seattle ahead of the 2026 Boeing Seafair Air Show.
Seattle apartment fire victims frustrated after firefighters initially sent to wrong address
Seattle firefighters rescued a woman from a burning apartment or condominium complex in Beacon Hill as residents were forced to leave the burning building.
Seattle firefighters rescued a woman from a burning apartment or condominium complex in Beacon Hill as residents were forced to leave the burning building.
Thousands attend ‘ICE Out For Good’ rally in Seattle
Local leaders, including Mayor Wilson and King County Executive Zahilay, spoke to a crowd of thousands on Capitol Hill following the deadly ICE shooting in Minnesota.
Local leaders, including Mayor Wilson and King County Executive Zahilay, spoke to a crowd of thousands on Capitol Hill following the deadly ICE shooting in Minnesota.
Seattle firefighter, Beacon Hill resident injured by fire at apartment complex
Two people were hospitalized, and two cats died in a fire at a two-alarm apartment complex in Seattle's Beacon Hill neighborhood.
Two people were hospitalized, and two cats died in a fire at a two-alarm apartment complex in Seattle's Beacon Hill neighborhood.
Seattle weather: Coastal winds, heavy mountain rain
High snow levels and rising river levels will continue as rounds of rain sweep into areas across western Washington through Monday.
High snow levels and rising river levels will continue as rounds of rain sweep into areas across western Washington through Monday.
WA crews complete Highway 2 emergency repairs along Stevens Pass
After weeks and weeks of closures, partial openings, pilot car restrictions and more hurdles along Highway 2, crews have completed emergency repair work, restoring traffic flow to the Stevens Pass area.
After weeks and weeks of closures, partial openings, pilot car restrictions and more hurdles along Highway 2, crews have completed emergency repair work, restoring traffic flow to the Stevens Pass area.
Seattle weather: Rainy End to the Weekend
An atmospheric river arrives on Sunday with a soggy end to the weekend. Rainfall amounts will range from 2–5" in the mountains, 1–3" possible along the coast and about 1" in the Puget Sound lowlands. Rain will be moderate to heavy with gusty winds at times.
An atmospheric river arrives on Sunday with a soggy end to the weekend. Rainfall amounts will range from 2–5" in the mountains, 1–3" possible along the coast and about 1" in the Puget Sound lowlands. Rain will be moderate to heavy with gusty winds at times.

















