Best and worst cities for entrepreneurs in 2026
A new study aimed at small-town America showed the best locations, albeit on a smaller scale, for entrepreneurs to pick when looking for a startup.
A new study aimed at small-town America showed the best locations, albeit on a smaller scale, for entrepreneurs to pick when looking for a startup.
What is the King County sheriff's ICE response plan? What we know
The King County Sheriff’s Office is laying out how deputies will respond when federal immigration agents show up — namely, documentation and de-escalation.
The King County Sheriff’s Office is laying out how deputies will respond when federal immigration agents show up — namely, documentation and de-escalation.
It cost us $200 for a day at the WA Spring Fair. Where did it all go?
To see what it really costs to "do the Puyallup" in the spring, we tracked every dollar spent during a recent visit.
To see what it really costs to "do the Puyallup" in the spring, we tracked every dollar spent during a recent visit.
Most popular first and last names in US, according to Census Bureau data
Newly released names data from the 2020 census shows which first and last names are the most popular across the nation.
Newly released names data from the 2020 census shows which first and last names are the most popular across the nation.
Hulu doc '#SKYKING' revisits the Sea-Tac Airport heist that stunned the world
The story of 28-year-old Richard “Beebo" Russell is now being told in a documentary premiering Tuesday, April 14, on Hulu.
The story of 28-year-old Richard “Beebo" Russell is now being told in a documentary premiering Tuesday, April 14, on Hulu.
California man drowns in Colorado River after jumping in to retrieve hat
Kristopher Nathaniel Logan, a 26-year-old from San Marcos, California, drowned Sunday in the Colorado River near Davis Camp after jumping from a pontoon boat to retrieve a hat.
Kristopher Nathaniel Logan, a 26-year-old from San Marcos, California, drowned Sunday in the Colorado River near Davis Camp after jumping from a pontoon boat to retrieve a hat.
Inflation 2026: Gas prices drove March numbers up to levels not seen in years
The largest monthly jump in gas prices in six decades caused a sharp spike in inflation in March, shifting the trajectory further away from the Fed’s target.
The largest monthly jump in gas prices in six decades caused a sharp spike in inflation in March, shifting the trajectory further away from the Fed’s target.
Woman crushed to death by garbage truck claw, family's attorney says
Tyrah Adams of Kentucky died Feb. 12 after being crushed by a garbage truck’s grappler claw while a waste crew cleared an alley, her family’s attorney said.
Tyrah Adams of Kentucky died Feb. 12 after being crushed by a garbage truck’s grappler claw while a waste crew cleared an alley, her family’s attorney said.
The WA summer ferry reservation scramble is here—and last year didn’t go well
Washington State ferry summer reservations open Tuesday morning and could go quickly, much like highly sought-after concert tickets.
Washington State ferry summer reservations open Tuesday morning and could go quickly, much like highly sought-after concert tickets.
'Baby Jessica' rescued from 1987 Texas well now facing assault charges
'Baby Jessica' McClure Morales, the 1987 Texas well rescue survivor, was arrested in Midland on a charge of assault of a family member.
'Baby Jessica' McClure Morales, the 1987 Texas well rescue survivor, was arrested in Midland on a charge of assault of a family member.
United Airlines CEO pitched American Airlines merger in talks with Trump
United Airlines CEO floated the idea of a possible merger with American Airlines, making it potentially one of the largest unions of airlines in years.
United Airlines CEO floated the idea of a possible merger with American Airlines, making it potentially one of the largest unions of airlines in years.
April 15 tax deadline: Last-minute questions, what to know about extensions
The 2026 tax deadline is upon us. Taxpayers can request an extension three ways, but any taxes owed must still be paid by Wednesday, April 15, to avoid penalties.
The 2026 tax deadline is upon us. Taxpayers can request an extension three ways, but any taxes owed must still be paid by Wednesday, April 15, to avoid penalties.
Teen injured in Seattle shooting
Seattle police are investigating a shooting that left one person hurt on Tuesday morning.
Seattle police are investigating a shooting that left one person hurt on Tuesday morning.
California man shot 7 times by ICE arrested by FBI, attorney says
A 36-year-old man in California who was shot by ICE officers seven times was arrested Monday by the FBI immediately after being discharged from the hospital and who was in no condition to be brought to jail, his attorney told reporters on Monday.
A 36-year-old man in California who was shot by ICE officers seven times was arrested Monday by the FBI immediately after being discharged from the hospital and who was in no condition to be brought to jail, his attorney told reporters on Monday.
King County, WA sued over levee failures during December flooding
Dozens of King County residents and businesses are suing King County and the country's flood district over the levee failures during the catastrophic flooding in December 2025.
Dozens of King County residents and businesses are suing King County and the country's flood district over the levee failures during the catastrophic flooding in December 2025.
King County sued over levee breaches during December flooding
Dozens of people are suing King County and its flooding district, claiming they knew the levees that breached in December could not withstand a flooding disaster.
Dozens of people are suing King County and its flooding district, claiming they knew the levees that breached in December could not withstand a flooding disaster.
WA man recalls crocodile attack during Mexico trip
A Washington man was attacked by a crocodile during a trip to Mexico, causing severe injuries to his arm.
A Washington man was attacked by a crocodile during a trip to Mexico, causing severe injuries to his arm.
Richland man survives Crocodile attack on Mexico trip
A man from Richland, Washington is recovering after he was attacked by a crocodile during a trip to Mexico.
A man from Richland, Washington is recovering after he was attacked by a crocodile during a trip to Mexico.
WA grandmother looking for ‘plus one’ to Mariners home games
If you’re looking for a seat at T-Mobile Park this season, one Thurston County grandmother might have a spot for you.
If you’re looking for a seat at T-Mobile Park this season, one Thurston County grandmother might have a spot for you.
Washington counties thankful for FEMA flood relief funding
The Trump administration has approved Washington's request for FEMA aid following widespread flooding across the state in December. Erika Katt of Lewis County Emergency Management explains how the funding will help residents with recovery.
The Trump administration has approved Washington's request for FEMA aid following widespread flooding across the state in December. Erika Katt of Lewis County Emergency Management explains how the funding will help residents with recovery.