Seattle weather: Hot days, warm nights through Tuesday

The Puget Sound area will be turning toasty over the next three days as a ridge of high pressure continues to strengthen over the Pacific Northwest.

Hotter, slightly hazier weather this weekend in Seattle

We're tracking hotter weather in the coming days in the Seattle area. Through Tuesday, air quality could drop to at least "moderate" levels at times if not worse. We don't expect major air quality issues at this time, but it could affect those whose health is sensitive to smoke. Keep in mind: air quality forecasting is challenging and subject to change, so stick with us!Highs Saturday afternoon will lift to the upper 70s to the low 80s. You can plan on abundant, generous sunshine. If you're lucky enough to go to the Mariners game tonight or tomorrow to celebrate Ichiro, make sure to wear light layers, stay hydrated and think about sun protection. See all our coverage on the celebrations for Ichiro.

Seattle Weather: Warmer and sunny summer weekend ahead

Highs will warm a degree or two on Saturday with mostly sunny skies and temperatures in the upper 70s to low 80s.

'Its a zoo': Frustrations grow over Seattle's new bus-only lanes

Commuters and businesses are growing frustrated with traffic jams along Westlake Avenue and some believe newly added bus-only lanes are partly to blame.

Seattle's 'paddle rave' new summer hit on Lake Union

It’s become a viral sensation this summer: a paddleboard enthusiast with a marketing background has transformed a lakeside party into one of the fastest-growing events in Seattle, "paddle rave."

Seattle man convicted of conspiring to sexually abuse child in Vietnam

According to court records, the man conspired with a woman in Vietnam to kidnap and sexually assault a child as young as 6 years old.

Investigation underway after officer involved in Bellevue, WA shooting

The King County Independent Force Investigation Team (KC-IFIT) is investigating a shooting in Bellevue that involved an officer with the Bellevue Police Department overnight.

Shots fired during Bellevue police call
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An investigation is underway after shots were fired in Bellevue. According to police, an officer with the Bellevue Police Department was involved.

Seattle indie bands to play in local cassette record label's music fest

Sixteen local bands are performing this weekend at Seattle’s Sunset Tavern in an indie festival called “Den Fest," organized by a local record label that only puts out cassette tapes.

Reckless driving suspect arrested after Seattle, Kent police chases
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Police say the suspect was involved in three separate pursuits, including one that started after he intentionally rammed a firetruck.

Den Fest returns this weekend at Ballard's Sunset Tavern
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A Seattle record label is celebrating a decade of releasing music on cassette tapes. The owner of Den Tapes is also hosting the fourth annual Den Fest this weekend, a two-day music festival at the Sunset Tavern featuring 16 local rock bands.

Seattle art mural defaced second time this year
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A mural depicting Japanese American internment during WWII in Seattle's Chinatown-International District was vandalized again.

Veteran Seattle cop Deanna Nollette awarded $3M in settlement

The city of Seattle has agreed to pay a Seattle police captain approximately $3 million after she filed a lawsuit claiming gender discrimination.

Farmers call foul, accuse Seattle City Light of Skagit County land grab
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A $150 million salmon habitat restoration plan tied to Seattle?s future power supply is drawing sharp pushback from Skagit County, where officials are accusing the city of potential land grabs and sidelining local and tribal voices.

Seattle Police Chief speaks on crime hotspots, officer morale
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The top cop of Seattle has a lot to juggle, from recruiting officers to focusing on chronic crime hotspots, all while protecting and keeping the city safe.