Eastern WA winery with 4.5M gallons engulfed in flames

Firefighters from several agencies extinguished a large fire Tuesday afternoon at a wine production facility and tasting room near Mattawa that held 4.5 million gallons of wine.

Port of Seattle details human trafficking prevention for FIFA World Cup

The Port of Seattle and local law enforcement are launching a coordinated effort to combat human trafficking ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Meet the ‘fuel mitigation specialists’ protecting Pierce County from wildfires

As Washington ramps up preparations for wildfire season, Central Pierce Fire & Rescue is deploying a team of "fuel mitigation specialists" to eat up thick vegetation so it doesn't burn up!

Tensions flare at Queen Anne meeting over city's plan to eliminate parking

Residents in Queen Anne are trying to pump the brakes on a project that would take away around 50 parking spots in one part of that neighborhood.

Seattle man charged with hate crime in Ballard QFC attack

A Seattle man is accused of trying to run over a Black grocery store worker in Ballard, and returning the next day to issue death threats.

King County deputies deploy drones for 2026 FIFA World Cup security

The King County Sheriff’s Office is elevating its security measures as Seattle prepares to host an estimated 750,000 fans for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Coupeville, WA hopes ‘Practical Magic’ sequel brings new life to town

It has been 28 springs since downtown Coupeville transformed into a full-on movie set. Nearly three decades later, the film “Practical Magic” continues to cast a spell on Whidbey Island’s oldest town.

Business owners 'blindsided' by construction in Seattle's Leschi neighborhood

Business owners in Seattle's Leschi neighborhood are demanding answers after a surprise construction project barricaded their storefronts just days before Mother's Day.