Three police chases end in crashes in Thurston County in a single week
In a week, Thurston County Sheriff pursued at least three separate suspects in chases, some are questioning if police pursuits are going too far.
Olympia police search for homicide suspect, believed to be armed
Police investigating a homicide in Olympia have named a suspect and are asking the public to be on alert.
Search for murder suspect in Olympia
Police in Olympia are searching for a murder suspect who is believed to be armed and dangerous.
Lacey motorcyclist arrested following 120 mph police chase
A triple-digit speed chase in Lacey ended with a motorcyclist falling off their bike and surrendering to Thurston County deputies.
Seattle clerk shoots knife-wielding burglar in self-defense, police say
A Seattle business clerk defended against a burglary, shooting the suspect in self-defense, police say.
Tumwater Police seek help identifying driver who killed pedestrian
Police in Tumwater are asking for the public's help in identifying the driver of a dark-colored truck that hit a pedestrian who later died.
Tumwater Police seek help identifying driver who killed pedestrian
The Tumwater Police Department is seeking the public's help to identify a driver who collided with a pedestrian, leading to their death several days later.
I-5 repair work in Thurston County
The Washington State Department of Transportation says on Tuesday, July 16, a two-mile section of northbound I-5 will be reduced to one lane between the Lewis-Thurston County line and Exit 88 in Grand Mound.
WSDOT: 10-mile backups expected on I-5 in Thurston County on Tuesday
If you're heading north into Thurston County this week, a stretch of I-5 is going to see major backups due to road work.
WA Supreme Court rules cities can force RVs to move
Homeless advocates are criticizing a decision by the Washington State Supreme Court which affirmed cities' rights to enforce parking restrictions on those living inside their vehicles. This decision follows a lawsuit from a Lacey resident arguing that the city's ordinance violated his constitutional right to reside.
WA's latest report shows decline in overall crime rate, but youth violence persists
The latest crime rate report in Washington shows overall crime declined in 2023, but rates in some areas still exceeded pre-pandemic levels.
Lacey brush fire likely 'intentionally set'
Lacey firefighters put out a brush fire Monday night that they say was likely intentionally set.
WA DSHS: Card skimming has stolen $5.5M from EBT users
Washington’s Department of Social & Health Services (DSHS) is reporting a spike in EBT skimming, which has robbed SNAP recipients of $5.5 million since 2022.
Deputies rescue 3 puppies stolen in Thurston County
Three puppies were stolen in Thurston County last week, with the victims bear sprayed.
More than 430K signatures for Stop the Gas Ban initiative
An initiative that would protect the option to use natural gas in homes and businesses will likely be on the November ballot.
Deputies investigate serious head-on crash in Thurston Co., 1 patient airlifted
Deputies are investigating a crash in Rochester that required one victim to be airlifted to a nearby hospital early Tuesday morning.
New laws in Washington now in effect
Hundreds of laws went into effect on June 6, but there are a few more that begin on July 1.
Nearly 150 pounds of marijuana found during Thurston County traffic stop
Nearly 150 pounds of marijuana were found during a traffic stop Friday night in Thurston County.
Free summer meal programs available for WA children, teens
With children and teens home for the summer, several districts throughout the region have set up programs to ensure youth can still receive a free meal during the next couple of months.
WA man sentenced for trying to blowtorch into bank, causing fire
A Tumwater welder who tried to break into a credit union and steal from an ATM was sentenced Monday to more than five years in prison.