Hurricane Karina moves toward Hawaii
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Hurricane Karina has strengthened to a category 4 storm as it hovers in the Pacific Ocean. Forecasters say it is heading west, so it is not threatening landfall as of Monday morning. 

Panda Fest wraps up with safe vibe after Bite of Seattle shooting

Panda Fest wrapped up at Seattle Center this weekend with multiple layers of security, offering families a safe and fun event following the Bite of Seattle shooting late last month.

Challenger calls Mass senator 'too old' for another term

A candidate in a Massachusetts senate race is raising questions about a veteran lawmaker's age, joining a wave of midterm challengers taking on longtime incumbents.

Lake Ontario or Lake America? For Google Maps, it depends

Not every mapping company is making the same choice. Another mapping company indicated that it will stick with Lake Ontario.

Seattle teacher strike threatens school start date

A Seattle teacher strike appears imminent after contract negotiations between the union and Seattle Public Schools broke down Saturday ahead of a Tuesday deadline.

Thousands line up for back-to-school health and safety fair in Tacoma
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Over 5,000 students received free backpacks, shoes, coats, and school supplies at Tacoma’s 4th annual Kids Health and Safety Fair. Local families also accessed free essential health services on-site, including dental cleanings, vision screenings, and haircuts. Organized by the Tacoma Police Department, the initiative relied entirely on local sponsors to provide all items and services at no cost.

Colorado city leader dies after collapsing on 14,000-foot mountain hike

Englewood Mayor Pro Tem Joe Anderson, 45, died Friday after collapsing while hiking Colorado’s Quandary Peak, a 14,271-foot mountain in Summit County.

Video shows US forces seizing and sinking floating refueling station

Newly released video shows the U.S. military seizing and sinking a vessel that was suspected of being used as a floating gas station by a prominent narco-terrorist group. 

Utopia Washington hosts MANAfest Pacific Islander festival

The event was organized by UTOPIA Washington, a South King County grassroots organization led by queer and trans people of color that has served the region for 16 years.

Tacoma police health, safety fair offers free school supplies

The event brought community members together to support local families as they prepare for the upcoming school year.

Renton, WA asphalt plant war ends as King County buys land

A controversial proposed asphalt plant along the Cedar River is not being built after the land was officially purchased by King County.

High lead levels found in Interbay neighborhood: Public Health

Public Health - Seattle and King County said it recently discovered high levels of lead in the Interbay neighborhood, specifically around the 4200 block of 23rd Avenue W.

Fred Meyer closes James Center location in Tacoma, WA

Fred Meyer announced that it is closing its James Center store at 6901 S. 19th St., leaving Tacoma with only one remaining location.

Butter knife brandished during wedding fight, spills into parking lot

A fight between wedding guests in Westlake, Ohio, left at least two people injured and led to charges against three men in their 40s, police said.

Tennessee lawmakers pitch 9-25 as '9 to 5 Day' for Dolly Parton

Days after Dolly Parton’s death, the state of Tennessee is looking for more ways to honor "one of the most legendary Tennesseans of all time."

Key Peninsula, WA teens cause $100K in home vandalism

Two teens were arrested, accused of causing $100,000 worth of damage inside a Key Peninsula home.