WA?s Enchantments may close as US funding cuts strain forest oversight
Law enforcement officials are considering closing the main entrance to one of the world?s premier hiking destinations ? the Enchantments in Washington state. Federal funding cuts have left one U.S. Forest Service ranger monitoring 900 square miles of the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. With limited oversight, there has been an increase in litter and emergency distress calls.
Law enforcement officials are considering closing the main entrance to one of the world?s premier hiking destinations ? the Enchantments in Washington state. Federal funding cuts have left one U.S. Forest Service ranger monitoring 900 square miles of the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. With limited oversight, there has been an increase in litter and emergency distress calls.
Man dies after being hit by truck on River Road in Puyallup, WA
A pedestrian is dead after he was struck by a pickup truck in Puyallup on Wednesday morning.
A pedestrian is dead after he was struck by a pickup truck in Puyallup on Wednesday morning.
Man dead after being hit by truck on SR-167 in Puyallup, WA
An investigation is underway after a man was struck and killed by a truck on State Route 167 in Puyallup Wednesday morning.
An investigation is underway after a man was struck and killed by a truck on State Route 167 in Puyallup Wednesday morning.
You can now apply to clear your criminal record online in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania has become one of the first states in the country to bring the pardoning process online.
Pennsylvania has become one of the first states in the country to bring the pardoning process online.
Washington's first In-N-Out is now open
It's finally open! Washington's very first In-N-Out Burger has opened its doors to customers.
It's finally open! Washington's very first In-N-Out Burger has opened its doors to customers.
Washington's first In-N-Out opens Wednesday
The new In-N-Out Burger in Washington state is located at 5801 N. Pioneer Canyon Drive in Ridgefield.
The new In-N-Out Burger in Washington state is located at 5801 N. Pioneer Canyon Drive in Ridgefield.
Kristi Noem says border wall to be painted black to deter people from climbing it
Kristi Noem has revealed a striking new layer in Trump’s border wall strategy.
Kristi Noem has revealed a striking new layer in Trump’s border wall strategy.
White River Bridge near Enumclaw, WA still closed after crash
The White River Bridge on State Route 410 is closed due to a semi-truck crash that damaged several support beams.
The White River Bridge on State Route 410 is closed due to a semi-truck crash that damaged several support beams.
Target’s CEO Brian Cornell will step down, COO to succeed him
Target CEO Brian Cornell will be replaced by chief operating officer Michael Fiddelke in early 2026.
Target CEO Brian Cornell will be replaced by chief operating officer Michael Fiddelke in early 2026.
WA's Tacoma Humane helping more than 50 animals seized from South Prairie property
Because there were so many animals, it was all paws on deck when the group came in.
Because there were so many animals, it was all paws on deck when the group came in.
More than 50 animals seized from South Prairie property in WA
The Pierce County Sheriff's Office says the case is unique because there were so many different types of animals that were in need of assistance, including both domestic animals and wildlife.
The Pierce County Sheriff's Office says the case is unique because there were so many different types of animals that were in need of assistance, including both domestic animals and wildlife.
Rapper J.I.D announces world tour with Seattle stop in November
Rapper J.I.D is coming to the WAMU Theater later this year as part of his world tour.
Rapper J.I.D is coming to the WAMU Theater later this year as part of his world tour.
Summer hiking crowds leave concerns piling up at WA's The Enchantments
The ever-growing crowds combined with a lack of funding are leaving The Enchantments in less than enchanting conditions.
The ever-growing crowds combined with a lack of funding are leaving The Enchantments in less than enchanting conditions.
4 Fred Meyer locations closing in western WA
Fred Meyer is closing four stores in western Washington this fall, with the company citing increased theft and regulatory issues that are adding costs.
Fred Meyer is closing four stores in western Washington this fall, with the company citing increased theft and regulatory issues that are adding costs.
SR 410 White River Bridge closed until further notice
The White River Bridge on State Route 410 is closed until further notice after a semi-truck crash damaged several support beams on Monday.
The White River Bridge on State Route 410 is closed until further notice after a semi-truck crash damaged several support beams on Monday.
Remembering beloved Seattle dogwalker 1 year after deadly carjacking
Wednesday marks one year since beloved dog walker Ruth Dalton was killed in a violent carjacking in Seattle’s Madison Valley neighborhood.
Wednesday marks one year since beloved dog walker Ruth Dalton was killed in a violent carjacking in Seattle’s Madison Valley neighborhood.
Washington's first In-N-Out set to open Wednesday
The countdown is on and a line is already forming in Ridgefield ahead of the grand opening of Washington's very first In-N-Out Burger!
The countdown is on and a line is already forming in Ridgefield ahead of the grand opening of Washington's very first In-N-Out Burger!
Supporting local businesses at Tacoma's What? Shoppe
Supporting small businesses is more than just shopping local?it?s about keeping the heart of our community beating. Big box stores come and go, but Tacoma?s quirkiest corner shop has been holding its own for four decades. In this edition of FOX 13?s True Northwest photojournalist Michael Driver takes inside a Tacoma staple that?s focus on culture has kept it going strong.
Supporting small businesses is more than just shopping local?it?s about keeping the heart of our community beating. Big box stores come and go, but Tacoma?s quirkiest corner shop has been holding its own for four decades. In this edition of FOX 13?s True Northwest photojournalist Michael Driver takes inside a Tacoma staple that?s focus on culture has kept it going strong.
Seattle jewelry store reopens after $2 million heist
A West Seattle jewelry shop reopened Tuesday after four men in masks robbed the place of goods worth $2 million last week.
A West Seattle jewelry shop reopened Tuesday after four men in masks robbed the place of goods worth $2 million last week.
Federal cuts impact The Enchantments
We know Washington's hidden hiking gems aren't so hidden anymore thanks to social media, and the ever-growing crowds combined with a lack of funding are leaving The Enchantments in less than enchanting conditions.
We know Washington's hidden hiking gems aren't so hidden anymore thanks to social media, and the ever-growing crowds combined with a lack of funding are leaving The Enchantments in less than enchanting conditions.