Serial WA rapist sentenced to nearly 50 years in prison
A man convicted of multiple counts of second-degree rape in Washington, and similar charges in New Mexico, has now been sentenced to nearly half a century behind bars.
A man convicted of multiple counts of second-degree rape in Washington, and similar charges in New Mexico, has now been sentenced to nearly half a century behind bars.
Seattle City Light rate increases in effect for 2026
Higher bills are on their way to Seattle City Light customers as previously approved rate increases continue to take effect.
Higher bills are on their way to Seattle City Light customers as previously approved rate increases continue to take effect.
Around 200 protest fatal ICE shooting in front of Seattle's federal building
About 200 people gathered outside Seattle’s Federal Building for an emergency protest after a fatal ICE shooting in Minneapolis.
About 200 people gathered outside Seattle’s Federal Building for an emergency protest after a fatal ICE shooting in Minneapolis.
Suspect arrested in murder of Bothell woman found in Mason County, WA
An arrest has been made in the murder of 27-year-old Mallory Barbour, a Bothell woman who was found dead in Mason County on Sep. 15.
An arrest has been made in the murder of 27-year-old Mallory Barbour, a Bothell woman who was found dead in Mason County on Sep. 15.
Crooks target mom and son owned Seattle trading card shop
The crooks caused thousands of dollars worth of damage and got away with a trove of Magic: The Gathering cards.
The crooks caused thousands of dollars worth of damage and got away with a trove of Magic: The Gathering cards.
WA lawmaker proposes new rules for license plate reading cameras
A bipartisan bill would create statewide rules for police use of automatic license plate readers, but law enforcement leaders warn the restrictions could slow investigations.
A bipartisan bill would create statewide rules for police use of automatic license plate readers, but law enforcement leaders warn the restrictions could slow investigations.
Driver traveling 156 mph on I-5 near SeaTac, WA, outruns troopers
The Washington State Patrol shared video of a car traveling 156 mph with its lights off, and in foggy conditions, in the SeaTac area on New Year's Eve.
The Washington State Patrol shared video of a car traveling 156 mph with its lights off, and in foggy conditions, in the SeaTac area on New Year's Eve.
USPS policy change means WA ballots may need manual postmark stamp
Washington officials warn the new USPS change could affect time-sensitive mail like ballots, tax forms, and legal documents if they’re mailed close to deadlines.
Washington officials warn the new USPS change could affect time-sensitive mail like ballots, tax forms, and legal documents if they’re mailed close to deadlines.
Seattle home listings jump again as prices soften statewide
Housing inventory in December was met with buyer hesitation. What this latest data means for buyers and sellers in 2026.
Housing inventory in December was met with buyer hesitation. What this latest data means for buyers and sellers in 2026.
Truck driver tied to WA kidnapping, luring incidents arrested at AZ-Mexican border
A 35-year-old truck driver tied to multiple kidnapping and luring incidents in Ellensburg was arrested Tuesday at the Arizona-Mexico border.
A 35-year-old truck driver tied to multiple kidnapping and luring incidents in Ellensburg was arrested Tuesday at the Arizona-Mexico border.
High-speed crash into Poulsbo, WA, building leads to DUI arrest
A man is facing DUI charges after losing control of his car and crashing into a building in Poulsbo Wednesday morning.
A man is facing DUI charges after losing control of his car and crashing into a building in Poulsbo Wednesday morning.
Steven Pass Ski Resort reopens after power outage
Stevens Pass Ski Resort received nearly two feet of fresh snow in the last 24 hours, but a power outage is keeping skiers off of the slopes.
Stevens Pass Ski Resort received nearly two feet of fresh snow in the last 24 hours, but a power outage is keeping skiers off of the slopes.
Avalanche danger through Snoqualmie, Stevens passes in WA Cascades
A winter storm warning is in effect in western WA, with heavy snow and high avalanche danger making travel over mountain passes hazardous.
A winter storm warning is in effect in western WA, with heavy snow and high avalanche danger making travel over mountain passes hazardous.
Two men stabbed in apparent attempted robbery in Seattle's Freeway Park
Two men were stabbed during an apparent attempted robbery at Freeway Park in Seattle early Wednesday. Both victims are in stable condition as police investigate.
Two men were stabbed during an apparent attempted robbery at Freeway Park in Seattle early Wednesday. Both victims are in stable condition as police investigate.
Alaska Airlines orders more than 100 Boeing jets, largest order in company history
Alaska Airlines has placed its largest aircraft order ever, purchasing more than 100 Boeing jets to modernize its fleet and expand international service from Seattle through 2035.
Alaska Airlines has placed its largest aircraft order ever, purchasing more than 100 Boeing jets to modernize its fleet and expand international service from Seattle through 2035.
Dynamite, Floods and Feuds: Washington’s forgotten river wars
Local history shows western Washington has experienced catastrophic flooding before, just not within most people’s lifetimes.
Local history shows western Washington has experienced catastrophic flooding before, just not within most people’s lifetimes.
Patient at WA's Western State Hospital dies at construction site
A missing patient at Western State Hospital in Steilacoom was found dead at a nearby construction site Monday morning.
A missing patient at Western State Hospital in Steilacoom was found dead at a nearby construction site Monday morning.
King County Sheriff invests in new tech to get DNA results quicker
The King County Sheriff’s Office is investing in new DNA technology to speed up the crime solving process.
The King County Sheriff’s Office is investing in new DNA technology to speed up the crime solving process.
AI software designed by Navy SEALs aims to spot guns before shots are fired
ZeroEyes says its software is already in use at about 100 sites across Washington, including schools, churches and grocery stores.
ZeroEyes says its software is already in use at about 100 sites across Washington, including schools, churches and grocery stores.
Extreme winter weather, crashes cause delays on WA highways
Transportation officials are warning of extreme winter weather conditions on Washington highways, leading to multiple crashes and road closures on Tuesday.
Transportation officials are warning of extreme winter weather conditions on Washington highways, leading to multiple crashes and road closures on Tuesday.