Hotter, slightly hazier weather this weekend in Seattle
We're tracking hotter weather in the coming days in the Seattle area. Through Tuesday, air quality could drop to at least "moderate" levels at times if not worse. We don't expect major air quality issues at this time, but it could affect those whose health is sensitive to smoke. Keep in mind: air quality forecasting is challenging and subject to change, so stick with us!Highs Saturday afternoon will lift to the upper 70s to the low 80s. You can plan on abundant, generous sunshine. If you're lucky enough to go to the Mariners game tonight or tomorrow to celebrate Ichiro, make sure to wear light layers, stay hydrated and think about sun protection. See all our coverage on the celebrations for Ichiro.
We're tracking hotter weather in the coming days in the Seattle area. Through Tuesday, air quality could drop to at least "moderate" levels at times if not worse. We don't expect major air quality issues at this time, but it could affect those whose health is sensitive to smoke. Keep in mind: air quality forecasting is challenging and subject to change, so stick with us!Highs Saturday afternoon will lift to the upper 70s to the low 80s. You can plan on abundant, generous sunshine. If you're lucky enough to go to the Mariners game tonight or tomorrow to celebrate Ichiro, make sure to wear light layers, stay hydrated and think about sun protection. See all our coverage on the celebrations for Ichiro.
Tacoma hospital shooting suspect arrested in Kittitas County, WA
A 25-year-old man is behind bars following a deadly shooting at a hospital in Tacoma that rocked the neighborhood.
A 25-year-old man is behind bars following a deadly shooting at a hospital in Tacoma that rocked the neighborhood.
Seattle Weather: Warmer and sunny summer weekend ahead
Highs will warm a degree or two on Saturday with mostly sunny skies and temperatures in the upper 70s to low 80s.
Highs will warm a degree or two on Saturday with mostly sunny skies and temperatures in the upper 70s to low 80s.
Tacoma, WA ‘free sports library’ for kids raided by thieves
A Tacoma father and son have been fixing up bikes and lending them out from a “free sports library.” But just last night, a thief pulled up in a truck and cleared them all out.
A Tacoma father and son have been fixing up bikes and lending them out from a “free sports library.” But just last night, a thief pulled up in a truck and cleared them all out.
'Its a zoo': Frustrations grow over Seattle's new bus-only lanes
Commuters and businesses are growing frustrated with traffic jams along Westlake Avenue and some believe newly added bus-only lanes are partly to blame.
Commuters and businesses are growing frustrated with traffic jams along Westlake Avenue and some believe newly added bus-only lanes are partly to blame.
Seattle's 'paddle rave' new summer hit on Lake Union
It’s become a viral sensation this summer: a paddleboard enthusiast with a marketing background has transformed a lakeside party into one of the fastest-growing events in Seattle, "paddle rave."
It’s become a viral sensation this summer: a paddleboard enthusiast with a marketing background has transformed a lakeside party into one of the fastest-growing events in Seattle, "paddle rave."
Marysville police use drones during pilot program aiming to improve 911 response
Police in Marysville want to start using drones in their regular responses to 911 calls. Public comment is available after this one-week testing phase.
Police in Marysville want to start using drones in their regular responses to 911 calls. Public comment is available after this one-week testing phase.
WA hiker’s viral video shows overgrown trails, full toilets in national park
Outdoor lovers warned months ago that federal budget cuts to the National Park Service and U.S. Forest Service would hit hard come summer. Now, with summer in full swing, many say the impact is undeniable.
Outdoor lovers warned months ago that federal budget cuts to the National Park Service and U.S. Forest Service would hit hard come summer. Now, with summer in full swing, many say the impact is undeniable.
Seattle man convicted of conspiring to sexually abuse child in Vietnam
According to court records, the man conspired with a woman in Vietnam to kidnap and sexually assault a child as young as 6 years old.
According to court records, the man conspired with a woman in Vietnam to kidnap and sexually assault a child as young as 6 years old.