South Hill, WA neighbors recall deadly shooting involving deputies

A man is dead, and an independent investigation has been launched, after Pierce County deputies shot him in South Hill on Monday morning.

Deadly crash shuts down traffic at South Tacoma Way on Monday

At least one person is dead following a crash along a busy Tacoma roadway on Monday. Authorities announced hours of traffic closures to investigate the scene.

WA's minimum wage is going up in 2026. Here's how much

Washington’s minimum wage — the highest statewide rate in the nation — is going up again in 2026. Here’s what it means for workers and employers.

US-2 partially reopens near Stevens Pass, restoring access to WA ski resort

A section of Highway 2 partially reopened Monday near Stevens Pass, restoring limited access to the ski area after flooding and mudslides closed the route. 

Tacoma, WA man arrested for Gig Harbor explosion

A Tacoma man has his bail set at $300,000 for crimes related to a small explosion outside a woman's house in Pierce County after Christmas.

2 arrested in Mason County, WA home burglary

County and tribal authorities arrested two suspects in a Mason County home burglary last week, and have identified several others believed to be involved.

Pedestrian struck and killed by semi-truck in Kent, WA

A 31-year-old Auburn man was killed Saturday morning after being struck by a semi-truck while standing in the roadway in Kent, authorities said. 

Here's why plastic bag fees go up in WA in 2026

A slew of new laws are going into effect on January 1 in Washington. One of them is a plastic bag fee increase, but is it working?

Family of woman last seen in Auburn, WA asks public for answers

Detectives continue trying to "sift through lore" surrounding cold cases like this missing 21-year-old out of Auburn. Her family hopes the public can help find her.

Washington State Ferries begin winter schedules, additional routes adjusted

Ferries across Puget Sound will now take on their annual shift to winter schedules following the Christmas holiday week. There are several lines with changes this season.

Seattle weather: Dry streak continues with chilly workweek start

The Puget Sound region finally sees a day without NWS weather alerts! A cool, drying pattern will continue into the workweek.