Controversial anti-homeless rocks spark outrage and legislative action in Washington
Large rocks strategically placed throughout the state, purportedly aimed at deterring homeless encampments, are catching the attention of Washingtonians.
Bill that would toughen animal cruelty sentencing laws reaches House floor
A new bill has made it to the House floor that would toughen animal cruelty sentencing laws.
Thurston Co. Sheriff proposes installing 20 high-tech traffic cameras to fight crime
The Thurston County Sheriff is considering the use of high-tech cameras to help fight crime on the streets.
Proposed bill aims to increase safety at pet kennels by requiring fire alarm, sprinklers and inspections
After two fires at dog daycare businesses in Seattle, one of which resulted in the death of at least one dog, lawmakers in Olympia are pushing for safety changes within the pet boarding industry.
Injured eagle rescued near Tacoma shows signs of recovery
An injured eagle that was found entangled in electrical lines in Tacoma several weeks ago is anticipated to make a full recovery.
Rep. Liz Berry's main purpose is to pass gun laws during her fourth year in the legislature
In the last three years, the Democrat-controlled legislature has pushed through a slew of gun laws with Berry at the helm of some big changes. Since taking office in 2021, several of Berry’s bills are now law, including a ban on untraceable ghost guns.
People in Olympia run last-minute errands ahead of weekend's freezing temperatures
Record-breaking cold temperatures continue to spread across western Washington. The frigid lows are here to stay for the next several days.
New Washington bill could make 'stealthing,' described as akin to rape, a penalty
Concerns of ‘stealthing,’ which has been described as ‘akin to rape,’ have made it to the legislative floor. One Washington lawmaker is hoping to soon make the act a civil penalty.
Between a rock and a hard place: WSDOT's controversial approach to homelessness
Boulders placed on the shoulder of I-5 in Olympia send an undeniable message: the homeless are not welcome here.
2 suspects arrested for Olympia storage facility break-in, investigation ongoing
Police arrested two suspects who broke into an Olympia storage facility and stole multiple items, including guns, during the holidays. Detectives are investigating to determine if there are more victims.
Starting his final year in office, Washington Gov. Jay Inslee stresses he isn't finished yet
Addressing the Legislature at the start of his final year in office, Democratic Gov. Jay Inslee returned to one of his top priorities and the issue that defined his brief presidential bid: climate change.
WATCH: Gov. Jay Inslee to give his last State of the State address
Washington Gov. Jay Inslee is giving his last State of the State address Tuesday in Olympia.
Deputies arrest child molestation suspect near 'The Jungle' homeless encampment in Olympia
Thurston County deputies spent their final hours of 2023 tracking down a man who was living near a large homeless camping area, and who had been accused of molesting a child.
10-day waiting period to purchase a firearm starts Monday
New gun laws take effect on Jan. 1, which means anyone looking to purchase a gun will have additional steps to take before getting one in their hands.
Washington's new street racing law goes into effect on Jan. 1
Currently, illegal street racing is defined simply as “two people competing for speed," but that definition will change in the new year.