Hundreds of hams distributed to families in need during Tacoma holiday event
Hundreds of families received holiday hams in Tacoma during the second annual “Hams for the Holiday” event, a partnership between Commencement Bank, Nourish Pierce County and the Tacoma Dome.
Seattle police search for suspect in Jackson Street stabbing
Seattle police are searching for a 21-year-old woman accused of stabbing another woman at an apartment near South Jackson Street and 23rd Avenue South on Thursday.
Crystal Mountain opens with limited access as other ski areas remain closed
Crystal Mountain opened with limited access and capped parking reservations due to flood damage affecting State Route 410, an agreement made with WSDOT. Several other Washington ski resorts, including Stevens Pass, White Pass and Mission Ridge, remain closed because of low snow conditions, while Summit at Snoqualmie says an update is expected soon.
Mary’s Place receives 10,000 socks during annual Starbucks Big Sock Drop
Mary’s Place received more than 10,000 socks during the annual Starbucks Big Sock Drop, supporting families experiencing homelessness.
29-year-old WA trooper killed in Tacoma while helping drivers
A Washington State Patrol trooper was killed on Friday night in Tacoma while helping motorists involved in a crash on SR-509. On Saturday, WSP released a statement with more information about Trooper Tara-Marysa Guting and her service in Washington.
Seattle U stuns Washington again, wins Battle for Seattle
Seattle University upset the University of Washington men’s basketball team for a second straight year, rallying late for a win at Climate Pledge Arena.
29-year-old WA trooper killed in Tacoma identified
A Washington State Patrol trooper was killed on Friday night in Tacoma while helping motorists involved in a crash on SR-509. Multiple agencies across the state and nation are offering their condolences.
Trooper killed in crash on SR 509 in Tacoma, WA
A Washington State Patrol trooper was killed in a crash Friday night while assisting drivers involved in a separate crash on westbound SR 509 in Tacoma.
Dog killed, 8 injured in Bremerton, WA pitbull attack
One dog was killed and eight people were injured after multiple pit bulls attacked another dog in unincorporated Bremerton.
Power lines spark large house fire in Seattle's Central District
A large house fire broke out after power lines came down in Seattle's Central District Friday night.
Leavenworth Christmastown shines bright after storms, power outages
After relentless rain, flooding, and whipping winds dimmed the lights in Leavenworth, the holiday magic is back on full wattage.
Western US ski resorts impacted by warm weather, WA storms
Heavy mountain snow finally arrived late this week in Washington state but flood-damaged roads that might not be fixed for months now block access to some ski resorts.
After heavy rain, King County warns rats may come up through toilets
After a week of heavy rain, King County Public Health is reminding residents that rats can move through sewer systems and into household pipes.
Airbnb nonprofit helps house flood victims across Washington
Flood victims in Washington can access free emergency housing through Airbnb.org by calling 211, the nonprofit says, as recovery continues following widespread damage.
NWS responds to Kent concerns over flood warning after levee breach
The National Weather Service says it worked with King County and issued a flash flood warning minutes after Monday’s Desimone levee breach, after Kent’s mayor said the warning message triggered panic and traffic that hampered repair efforts.
Crystal Mountain opens as other Washington ski resorts remain closed
Crystal Mountain plans to open Saturday with capped parking and reservation requirements, while Summit at Snoqualmie, Stevens Pass, White Pass and Mission Ridge remain closed or delayed due to limited snow.
Leavenworth lights back on after storms dim holiday season
After days of power outages, flooding and wind damage, Leavenworth’s iconic Christmas lights are shining again, restoring holiday cheer and drawing visitors back to the Bavarian-style town.
Flooding and power outages continue across western Washington
As floodwaters recede across western Washington following a week of historic rain and levee failures, power outages remain and cleanup efforts are underway.
King County opens additional WA flood debris drop-off sites
As Washingtonians continue to deal with the impacts of back-to-back atmospheric rivers in recent weeks, King County is offering residents more places to drop off their waste.
SR-167 back open in Kent, WA after flooding closes highway
All lanes of State Route 167 have reopened after floodwaters closed the highway between Kent and Auburn for nearly a week.