Seattle ranks as the best US city for keeping New Year's resolutions in 2026, data shows
Making New Year’s resolutions is easy. Following through on them is not. While personal discipline plays a role, where you live may have more influence on your success than you think.
Making New Year’s resolutions is easy. Following through on them is not. While personal discipline plays a role, where you live may have more influence on your success than you think.
Family and friends remember WA man who died in fall at Emerald Queen Casino
A vigil was held Sunday for Evan Safiu, the man who died after falling through glass at Emerald Queen Casino in Tacoma just before Christmas.
A vigil was held Sunday for Evan Safiu, the man who died after falling through glass at Emerald Queen Casino in Tacoma just before Christmas.
Rounds of sloppy, breezy weather in Seattle
In some neighborhoods today, the rain could be heavy and intense. Driving could be difficult where the downpours develop.
In some neighborhoods today, the rain could be heavy and intense. Driving could be difficult where the downpours develop.
'No War on Venezuela' protests pop up around WA following US strikes
At least three “emergency protests" were planned for Saturday across Washington. People gathered in Seattle, Olympia, and Spokane to express their reaction to the news of military action by the United States.
At least three “emergency protests" were planned for Saturday across Washington. People gathered in Seattle, Olympia, and Spokane to express their reaction to the news of military action by the United States.
Seattle weather: Damp, breezy weather for first week of 2026
After tracking the risk of minor coastal flooding in Puget Sound this morning, there could be another round of minor flooding in places tomorrow again — but as always, the flooding threat depends on the strength of incoming low pressure systems.
After tracking the risk of minor coastal flooding in Puget Sound this morning, there could be another round of minor flooding in places tomorrow again — but as always, the flooding threat depends on the strength of incoming low pressure systems.
Court documents reveal family dispute before 4 deaths in Issaquah, Mercer Island, WA
Court documents reveal a family guardianship dispute before the deaths of four members in Issaquah and Mercer Island on Tuesday.
Court documents reveal a family guardianship dispute before the deaths of four members in Issaquah and Mercer Island on Tuesday.
Children located after custodial interference in Renton
Lakewood police say two children have been reunited with their legal guardian following a custodial interference investigation involving their biological mother.
Lakewood police say two children have been reunited with their legal guardian following a custodial interference investigation involving their biological mother.
Revelers pack Seattle light rail stations for NYE. Is the World Cup next?
Social media videos captured packed Seattle light rail stations after many rang in the new year.
Social media videos captured packed Seattle light rail stations after many rang in the new year.
Katie Wilson takes oath as Seattle mayor, pledges focus on affordability and trust
Katie Wilson was sworn in as Seattle’s mayor Friday morning, outlining a vision centered on affordability, trust in government and a city where all residents can belong.
Katie Wilson was sworn in as Seattle’s mayor Friday morning, outlining a vision centered on affordability, trust in government and a city where all residents can belong.
Katie Wilson takes office as Seattle's new mayor
Seattle will swear in Mayor-elect Katie Wilson at City Hall on Monday morning as she takes office and begins work on priorities including affordability, homelessness and quality of life.
Seattle will swear in Mayor-elect Katie Wilson at City Hall on Monday morning as she takes office and begins work on priorities including affordability, homelessness and quality of life.
Timeline shows family court battle before Seattle-area double murder-suicide
This detailed timeline shows how guardianship rulings, protection orders and weapons surrender decisions preceded the deaths of four WA family members in a murder-suicide.
This detailed timeline shows how guardianship rulings, protection orders and weapons surrender decisions preceded the deaths of four WA family members in a murder-suicide.
Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson lays out priorities in Inaugural address
Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson delivers her inaugural address, outlining priorities that include affordability, homelessness and quality-of-life issues as she begins her first term in office.
Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson delivers her inaugural address, outlining priorities that include affordability, homelessness and quality-of-life issues as she begins her first term in office.
Legal battle over disabled son preceded Mercer Island, WA, murder-suicide
Court records show a heated guardianship battle over a disabled son preceded the deaths of four family members in two cities just miles apart.
Court records show a heated guardianship battle over a disabled son preceded the deaths of four family members in two cities just miles apart.
Seattle Torrent players selected for 2026 Olympic tournament
USA Hockey has announced that four players from the Seattle Torrent will represent the country at this year's Olympic tournament in Italy.
USA Hockey has announced that four players from the Seattle Torrent will represent the country at this year's Olympic tournament in Italy.
Person dies after falling from dock on Salmon Bay in Seattle
A person who fell from a dock on Salmon Bay in Seattle has died, the Seattle Fire Department announced Friday morning.
A person who fell from a dock on Salmon Bay in Seattle has died, the Seattle Fire Department announced Friday morning.
Bullets fly into Fall City, WA, home on New Year's Eve, family wants answers
A Fall City family says they were enjoying a quiet New Year's Eve at home when bullets came flying through their wall and window.
A Fall City family says they were enjoying a quiet New Year's Eve at home when bullets came flying through their wall and window.
US 2 businesses thrive on New Year's Day after highway reopens to Stevens Pass
Business owners got an economic jolt on New Year's Day as Highway 2 opened even earlier than expected from Skykomish to Stevens Pass.
Business owners got an economic jolt on New Year's Day as Highway 2 opened even earlier than expected from Skykomish to Stevens Pass.
Court docs shed light on legal drama surrounding Mercer Island murder-suicide investigation
Court documents now painting a clearer picture about the family legal battle that surrounded four people killed in two cities that were just miles apart. A mom and her son were found dead at a home on Mercer Island on Tuesday, according to Mercer Island Police. That same day, two others were also found dead at an Issaquah house.
Court documents now painting a clearer picture about the family legal battle that surrounded four people killed in two cities that were just miles apart. A mom and her son were found dead at a home on Mercer Island on Tuesday, according to Mercer Island Police. That same day, two others were also found dead at an Issaquah house.
Katie Wilson to be sworn in Friday as Seattle's new mayor
Seattle is swearing in its new mayor Katie Wilson on Friday at City Hall.
Seattle is swearing in its new mayor Katie Wilson on Friday at City Hall.
US 2 reopens ahead of schedule from Skykomish, WA to Steven Pass Ski Resort
US Highway 2 reopened near Skykomish to Stevens Pass at 6 a.m. on Jan. 1, earlier than expected, after crews finished clearing debris and repairs. The reopening is a major boost for local businesses, which saw steep losses during the nearly three-week closure and are now preparing for returning traffic. Delays and restrictions remain east of Stevens Pass, with pilot cars, detours, and up to hour-long waits, and a full restoration is still months away with no firm timeline.
US Highway 2 reopened near Skykomish to Stevens Pass at 6 a.m. on Jan. 1, earlier than expected, after crews finished clearing debris and repairs. The reopening is a major boost for local businesses, which saw steep losses during the nearly three-week closure and are now preparing for returning traffic. Delays and restrictions remain east of Stevens Pass, with pilot cars, detours, and up to hour-long waits, and a full restoration is still months away with no firm timeline.