Seattle council chair calls for DHS to halt federal operations in cities

Seattle City Council member Bob Kettle called for DHS to halt federal law enforcement operations in cities nationwide, citing concerns about public safety, leadership and accountability.

Snohomish County, WA conducts annual point-in-time count of people experiencing homelessness

Snohomish County officials began their annual effort Tuesday to count every person experiencing homelessness across the region, a data-collection process required to secure vital state and federal funding.

WA park officials cancel timed entry to Mount Rainier National Park

Mount Rainier visitors will notice a change this year as park officials decide not to continue a timed entry pilot program that started in 2024.

Seattle-based Amazon to close Amazon Go, Amazon Fresh stores, shift focus

Amazon announced it will close all Amazon Go and Amazon Fresh stores by Feb. 1, shifting its grocery strategy toward Whole Foods Market expansion and online grocery delivery.

Man in critical condition after North Seattle shooting

Seattle police are investigating a shooting that left a 20-year-old man in critical condition overnight.

Man shot multiple times in Pierce County, WA drive-by

Deputies are investigating a drive-by shooting that injured a 20-year-old man in Pierce County's Midland area Tuesday morning. 

Treasured bible among stolen items returned after robbery in Pierce County, WA

Police arrested a man accused of targeting elderly women in robberies, now the victims are getting their belongings back, including a priceless Bible.

Amanda Knox returns to Italy in new Hulu documentary, more than 15 years after conviction

A new Hulu documentary follows Seattle native and UW alum Amanda Knox as she returns to Italy more than 15 years after her wrongful conviction, revisiting the case that changed her life.

Rivian amps up competition with Tesla, pledging $4.6M to WA ballot initiative

Electric carmaker Rivian is pledging millions of dollars to a ballot initiative that could overhaul the EV sales market in Washington State amid an ongoing rivalry with Tesla.

Seahawks vs Patriots: Super Bowl 2026 ticket prices, travel costs, more

The Seattle Seahawks are going back to the Super Bowl and following Sunday night's win over the Rams, the rush to Santa Clara has officially begun. But for fans hoping to witness Super Bowl LX in person, the victory celebration may soon be followed by "sticker shock."

Ferguson, Brown to address how WA is preparing for any possible ICE activity

Gov. Bob Ferguson and Attorney General Nick Brown spoke at the state Capitol on Monday to address a federal memo authorizing ICE agents to enter homes without judicial warrants.

2.7 magnitude earthquake felt near Anacortes, WA

Seismologists measured a 2.7-magnitude earthquake near Anacortes, Washington, Sunday night. 

Seahawks vs Patriots: Everything to know about Super Bowl 2026

Super Bowl 2026 will take place on February 8, 2026. From kickoff to the halftime show to how to watch, here's everything to know about the big game.