Man armed with rifles, handgun allegedly aims at deputy in Rainier
A deputy responding to a domestic disturbance call in Rainier Friday night escaped a close call after a man allegedly aimed a rifle at him.
A deputy responding to a domestic disturbance call in Rainier Friday night escaped a close call after a man allegedly aimed a rifle at him.
'I have no faith in them:' Murdered cabbies' girlfriend furious with details of case
The partner of a taxi driver murdered in Tukwila is beyond angry, saying that she cannot comprehend why a person connected to her boyfriend's murder was not in custody. The person of interest, Jonathan Lee, is a convicted child rapist who fled JBLM before his court-martial hearing.
The partner of a taxi driver murdered in Tukwila is beyond angry, saying that she cannot comprehend why a person connected to her boyfriend's murder was not in custody. The person of interest, Jonathan Lee, is a convicted child rapist who fled JBLM before his court-martial hearing.
A look at Washington's legislative session so far: Where certain bills stand
The future of public policy in our state is beginning to take shape at the Capitol building following the first major deadline for bills to pass out of Committee on Wednesday.
The future of public policy in our state is beginning to take shape at the Capitol building following the first major deadline for bills to pass out of Committee on Wednesday.
WA Senate bill to establish network for student mental, behavioral health
56% of tenth graders in Washington reported signs of depression or anxiety in the most recent statewide Health Youth Survey.
56% of tenth graders in Washington reported signs of depression or anxiety in the most recent statewide Health Youth Survey.
Hundreds rally for bills against rent gouging in Washington
Hundreds of people rallied on the steps of the Capitol Building on Tuesday, protesting against what they say are excessive rent increases and a lack of affordable housing.
Hundreds of people rallied on the steps of the Capitol Building on Tuesday, protesting against what they say are excessive rent increases and a lack of affordable housing.
Washington lawmakers hear child marriage testimony: 'Different strokes for different folks'
Washington state senators are considering a law that would eliminate child marriage in our state.
Washington state senators are considering a law that would eliminate child marriage in our state.
Speed cameras on Washington highways; Lawmakers hope to curb number of crashes
State lawmakers are looking to crack down on car crashes and deaths with a new law that would add speeding cameras to state highways.
State lawmakers are looking to crack down on car crashes and deaths with a new law that would add speeding cameras to state highways.
Lawmakers push to ban cell phones in Washington classrooms
Lawmakers in Olympia are considering a bill to ban cell phones in classrooms.
Lawmakers in Olympia are considering a bill to ban cell phones in classrooms.
Girlfriend of cab driver murdered in Southcenter speaks out: ‘He was honest. He was the man I loved’
A tearful plea from the girlfriend of a Tumwater cab driver who was murdered, and his body left at Southcenter Mall. His girlfriend, Nicole Sharkody, is speaking out hoping someone can help track down his killer.
A tearful plea from the girlfriend of a Tumwater cab driver who was murdered, and his body left at Southcenter Mall. His girlfriend, Nicole Sharkody, is speaking out hoping someone can help track down his killer.
Lawmakers introduce bill that would lower blood alcohol limit in Washington
A bill making its way through the Washington state legislature would lower our state’s blood alcohol limit from .08 to .05.
A bill making its way through the Washington state legislature would lower our state’s blood alcohol limit from .08 to .05.
Thurston County deputies rammed, hospitalized during DUI pursuit
A Thurston County deputy's patrol vehicle was rammed by a suspect who was being pursued for driving under the influence early Friday morning, sending two deputies to the hospital.
A Thurston County deputy's patrol vehicle was rammed by a suspect who was being pursued for driving under the influence early Friday morning, sending two deputies to the hospital.
Washington lawmakers discuss new bill that would increase consequences for graffiti, tagging
There is an obvious divide on what is considered art. When it comes to the influx of illegal graffiti and tagging on public and private properties, some state lawmakers said there is no debate.
There is an obvious divide on what is considered art. When it comes to the influx of illegal graffiti and tagging on public and private properties, some state lawmakers said there is no debate.
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.
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.
A new bill has made it to the House floor that would toughen animal cruelty sentencing laws.
WSP looking for witnesses to Lacey hit-and-run
Washington State Patrol is looking for anyone who may have witnessed a hit-and-run crash involving several cars in Lacey earlier this week.
Washington State Patrol is looking for anyone who may have witnessed a hit-and-run crash involving several cars in Lacey earlier this week.
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.
The Thurston County Sheriff is considering the use of high-tech cameras to help fight crime on the streets.
High-tech cameras used to curb crime in consideration
The Thurston County Sheriff is considering the use of high-tech cameras to help fight crime on the streets.
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.
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.
An injured eagle that was found entangled in electrical lines in Tacoma several weeks ago is anticipated to make a full recovery.
Trump to remain on ballots in Washington state, Thurston County judge rules
A Thurston County judge denied a petition Thursday to remove Donald Trump from the presidential primary ballot in Washington.
A Thurston County judge denied a petition Thursday to remove Donald Trump from the presidential primary ballot in Washington.