Seattle celebrates Independence Day with naturalization ceremony
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More than 500 people from around the world became U.S. citizens at Seattle Center's 40th annual Naturalization Ceremony this Fourth of July, marking a momentous Independence Day celebration.

Armed suspect jumps into Lake Washington evading police
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New video from the King County Sheriff's Office shows an armed assault suspect attempting to evade police by jumping into Lake Washington in South Seattle. Robert Lopez, 33, was later pulled from the cold water and booked into jail on $750,000 bail after allegedly firing a shot at a Seattle Police Department officer.

Seattle celebrates Independence Day with 500 new citizens

More than 500 people from around the world officially became U.S. citizens in Seattle this Fourth of July.

Preparing for Seafair's fireworks show
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One of the big fireworks shows in our region is over Lake Union during the Seafair Fourth of July.

Where to watch Fourth of July fireworks shows in Seattle

There are quite a few places to see fireworks displays in western Washington for the 4th of July. Check out our full roundup:

King County Assessor arrested in stalking investigation tied to ex-partner

A King County official running for higher office is facing serious allegations from his former domestic partner, who claims he repeatedly violated a protection order.

Seafair CEO previews July 4th Seattle firework show
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Seafair is set for its annual Fourth of July fireworks show over Lake Union, featuring over 7,000 pounds of fireworks launched from a barge. Seafair President and CEO Emily Cantrell discussed the event

King County employee arrested in stalking investigation tied to ex-partner
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King County Assessor John Wilson, a candidate for King County Executive, was arrested for allegedly violating a domestic violence protection order and stalking his former partner. Wilson waived his court appearance, and a judge set his bail at $50,000.

Seattle mom sentenced to 12 years for child abuse
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A Seattle woman received a 12-year prison sentence today for abusing her 6-year-old daughter. Garland Grace was found guilty last month of assault and criminal mistreatment after her boyfriend found the child unresponsive in 2022.

Reward to find Jonathan Hoang now at $100k
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The reward for finding missing 21-year-old Jonathan Hoang, who has a developmental disability, has increased to $100,000 following a donation from a Florida businessman. Hoang was possibly seen on surveillance video in Kirkland last week, prompting community search efforts and calls for residents to check security cameras.

$2 Million bail set for second suspect in deadly Renton burglary
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A second suspect, Eddie Omar Romero Diaz, 44, was arrested in connection with a deadly apartment burglary in Renton, accused of helping the first suspect, who is charged with killing the victim. Diaz's bail was set at $2 million, and he is due back in court next Tuesday.

Reward to find Jonathan Hoang now at $100k

The reward to find Jonathan Hoang is now at $100,000, thanks to a donation from a Florida businessman.

New contract ensures UW Medicine remains in-network for Aetna patients

UW Medicine and Aetna have reached a new agreement ensuring continued in-network access for Aetna-insured patients at UW Medicine facilities.