Hurdles persist as Washington state plans for mass vaccination sites

On the anniversary of the first confirmed COVID-19 case in the United States, Washington state health officials said Thursday they are plowing ahead with plans to open four mass vaccination sites next week, despite logistical concerns that include questions about vaccine supply.

At least $1.5 million spent by Washington Patrol on security ahead of Inauguration

The Washington State Patrol has spent at least $1.5 million over the past two weeks in costs related to security at the state Capitol, and that number is expected to climb, officials said Wednesday.

Telephone of the Wind: A chance to say goodbye to lost loved ones

Telephone of the Wind in Priest Point Park in Olympia, Washington is helping give many a chance to say goodbye to lost loved ones. Q13 photojournalist Michael Driver reports.

Lucky dog: Thurston County K-9 injured in shooting gets sweet homecoming

K-9 Arlo, the Thurston County Sheriff's Office K-9 who was shot during an altercation with a suspect, has returned home to his handler to continue his recovery process.

Help ID Costco computer crooks seen escaping out emergency door with expensive gaming system

I've got a strong hunch this pair of crooks who stole expensive electronics from the Costco in Lacey are big gamers, since the items they took included a $1,500 iBUYPOWER computer and monitor made specifically to play video games.

Gov. Inslee extends Capitol security efforts through Inauguration

Gov. Jay Inslee on Tuesday night said the Washington National Guard would continue to support security efforts at the Capitol at least through Inauguration Day "due to evolving intelligence on security threats" posed in all 50 state Capitols.

Thurston County residents prepare for risk of flooding the next few days

Residents in Thurston County are on edge, monitoring possible flooding in the area. This after, Thurston County Emergency Services sent out an advisory that Tacoma Power increased the water flow of the LaGrande Dam, putting residents at risk along the Nisqually River.

Washington state Legislature convenes under tight security; 2 arrested

Security fencing at the Washington state Capitol was defended by National Guard members Monday as the Legislature convened amid concerns that armed groups might try to occupy the building, which is closed to the public because of the pandemic. At least two people were arrested.

State beefs up security in Olympia for the start of the 2021 legislative session

A day before state lawmakers convene for the 2021 legislative session, Washington State Patrol (WSP) and the National Guard were called in for watch at the Washington State Capitol Building.

Washington Legislature set to meet amid pandemic, unrest

When Washington lawmakers finished their legislative session last spring, COVID-19 response dominated their work. Nearly a year later, the economic and social impacts of the virus once again will be center stage as the Legislature convenes for the first time in person in nearly a year.

Inslee authorizes Washington National Guard for added security during Monday's legislative session

Gov. Jay Inslee has authorized up to 750 members of the Washington National Guard to be stationed at the Capitol Campus in Olympia for added security measures for the start of the 2021 legislative session.

Security a concern for Olympia lawmakers after chaos

The chaos was not limited to Washington D.C. on Wednesday. After a mostly peaceful demonstration on Olympia’s Capitol Campus, dozens broke through a security gate surrounding Governor Jay Inslee’s home.

Pro-Trump demonstrators break through gate at Governor Inslee's mansion

Pro-Trump protesters broke through a gate at the Washington state governor’s mansion Wednesday afternoon and dozens of people gathered on the lawn.

Amid riot fears, Washington lawmakers plan in-person session

A militia group has already said it has plans to occupy the Capitol when the Legislature meets, and that intention was echoed by several of those who broke down a gate outside the governor’s mansion.