WA Gov. Ferguson orders flags lowered for death of Spokane Co. sergeant

Governor Ferguson has ordered flags across the state to be flown at half-staff on Wednesday in honor of a Spokane County Sheriff's Office sergeant who was killed in the line of duty.

Wildfire triggers Level 3 evacuations near Rainier
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People living west of Rainier in Thurston County are urged to evacuate due to a wildfire that broke out Wednesday afternoon.

Evacuation levels reduced for wildfire near Rainier, WA

Evacuation levels have been reduced for residents living near Rainier after a brush fire broke out on Wednesday.

Troopers seek driver in deadly Olympia, WA, hit-and-run on I-5

Troopers are asking for the public's help in identifying the driver involved in a deadly hit-and-run on I-5 in Olympia last month.

Dozens of animals rescued from cruelty case in Thurston County

Dozens of abused animals are recovering at a sanctuary in Roy, Washington after they were seized from what rescuers describe as one of the most disturbing cruelty cases they’ve ever encountered.

67 animals pulled from Thurston County property
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Dozens of abused animals are recovering at a sanctuary in Roy after they were seized from what rescuers describe as one of the most disturbing cruelty cases they?ve ever encountered.

Vote on Olympia, WA minimum wage proposal
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Happening Tuesday, the Olympia City Council will vote on potentially raising the city's minimum wage.

DUI suspect nearly hits Thurston County deputy's cruiser
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A DUI suspect is off Thurston County streets after nearly colliding with a deputy's cruiser Saturday. Authorities say the driver, who was nearly three times over the legal limit, initially blocked traffic before being arrested on Martin Way.

Victim airlifted from Tumwater, WA crash, 18-year-old faces vehicular assault

Several car crashes caused injuries and road closures as police attempted to arrest an 18-year-old with felony warrants on Friday morning in the Tumwater area.

Video resurfaces as trial begins for WA parents accused of 'honor killing' attempt

A father allegedly choked his teenage daughter unconscious at a bus stop after she ran away, with witnesses reporting the girl's eyes rolled back during a possible honor killing attempt.

Western WA counties offer cooling centers during high heat days

As temperatures across western Washington take their first summer surge of July, county officials are preparing their cooling shelters for people in the region who need a safe space to cool off.

Man sentenced 8.5 years for killing father of 2 in WA police chase

The man who pleaded guilty to killing a father of two while fleeing from deputies in a high-speed chase was sentenced to 8.5 years behind bars.

Man sentenced in deadly Tumwater crash
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A man accused of killing a father of two in November appeared in court today. Matt Orr, who allegedly fled Thurston County deputies at speeds of 100 mph to avoid a speeding ticket, ran a red light and crashed into 33-year-old Dane Nielsen, killing him.

Ongoing Mount Rainier seismic swarm now surpasses 2009 event

The most recent seismic storm at Mount Rainier has hit a new milestone as scientists continue to monitor activity at the volcano.

Republic Services workers walk off job
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Sanitation workers with Republic Services in Thurston County plan to walk off the job on Wednesday.

WA tribal police warrants now enforceable by state authorities

Washington state adopted a new law on Tuesday, allowing warrants issued by tribal police departments to be certified as state warrants.