Washington lawmakers step up as SNAP funding lags during shutdown

Washington state and Seattle officials are stepping in to help families missing SNAP benefits amid the ongoing government shutdown. Governor Bob Ferguson is redirecting $2.2 million weekly to food banks, while Seattle approved $8 million in emergency funding to support local meal programs as community businesses rally to feed their neighbors.

Ballot deadline approaches as turnout climbs across King County, WA

With ballots due by 8 p.m. tonight, election officials across King County are urging voters to use one of 85 ballot drop boxes to ensure their votes are counted. Turnout stands at 22% so far, with officials expecting about 45% participation in this off-year election featuring key local races from Renton to Seattle.

Seattle City Council approves food assistance funding

Washington is one of the states that signed onto a lawsuit against the Trump administration to fund SNAP. While it's unclear how quickly SNAP families will get access to those funds, leaders in our state are looking to fill in the gaps.

Sounders host Minnesota in MLS playoff win-or-go-home matchup

The Seattle Sounders host Minnesota United FC at Lumen Field tonight with their MLS Cup hopes on the line. After a tough 3-2 shootout loss in Game 1, head coach Brian Schmetzer says his team is ready to fight back on home turf and avoid an early playoff exit.

Trump administration to partially fund SNAP as Seattle approves emergency assistance

The White House says it will use emergency reserves to partially fund SNAP benefits after court rulings ordered the food aid program to continue. With nearly 42 million Americans relying on the assistance, cities like Seattle and states including Washington are approving millions in emergency food funding as the federal shutdown stretches into its 34th day.