Emu causes traffic back-up, hours-long pursuit on Maryland highway

An escaped emu led Maryland state troopers on a three-hour chase, dodged multiple capture attempts, survived being struck by a vehicle and kept running.

FBI hunts most wanted neighbor next door who allegedly faked cancer, scammed loved ones for luxury getaways

A Pennsylvania woman accused of faking terminal brain cancer to scam friends, family members and supporters out of thousands of dollars is among the FBI's most wanted fugitives after authorities said she used the donations to fund luxury travel and vacations in Australia instead of medical treatment.

2 arrested in deadly shooting of 17-year-old in Parkland, WA

Authorities arrested a man and a woman in connection with the deadly shooting of a 17-year-old boy in Parkland last week.

New study reveals which states have the best economies

This state topped the list as the strongest state economy, fueled by innovation, STEM talent and a thriving tech sector, according to new data.

Burn ban in effect in unincorporated Pierce County, WA
video

A burn ban is in effect for people who live in unincorporated Pierce County and Gig Harbor, Washington as the threat of wildfire season looms. 

Illegal marijuana grow operation in WA
video

An illegal marijuana grow operation was uncovered in Pacific after a fire in a commercial warehouse. Investigators discovered more than 1,000 marijuana plants and four bear traps positioned near entryways.

Joe Negri, Mister Rogers' handyman and jazz musician, dies at 99

Joe Negri, the jazz musician known for his work as the handyman alongside Fred Rogers in "Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood," has died at the age of 99, according to TribLIVE. 

Teen girl accused of stabbing 3 horses while competing at national horse show

A teenage girl who was competing in a National Barrel Horse Association event in Las Vegas was arrested over the weekend after three horses were attacked with a sharp object.

Squirrels get new Duvall street bridge
video

A local resident spent $3,000 to construct a 17-foot-high bridge to help native squirrels safely cross a neighborhood street after a fatal car accident.

Renton 5K empowers young girls
video

Nearly 2,000 elementary and middle school girls took over Renton Memorial Stadium this morning for the annual Girls on the Run 5K to build confidence and test their endurance.

Cars damaged in Puyallup apartment fire
video

A detached parking garage caught fire overnight at a Puyallup apartment complex on East Main Avenue, destroying one vehicle and damaging two other cars and two garage units.

Longview community honors 11 lost mill workers
video

Eleven workers were killed after a chemical tank ruptured at the Nippon paper mill in Longview on Tuesday, prompting an ongoing investigation and outpourings of community support.

Longview implosion: WA community creates fundraisers for victims' families

In response to the Longview disaster, community members are organizing financial support for the families of the implosion victims, including apparel sales and a benefit concert.

ExxonMobil VP issues stark warning on energy prices in coming weeks

An Exxon chief is warning of skyrocketing energy prices as shareholders approved a plan for the company's corporate structure to relocate from New Jersey to Texas.

Seattle weather turns summery with 80s ahead

By early in the work week, temperatures will reach the low to mid 80s in Seattle, with some inland locations potentially climbing even higher, particularly on Tuesday. This will turn around with an incoming marine layer by late week.

Here's what we know about the Longview, WA implosion victims

Eleven people died in a chemical implosion at a Longview, Washington paper mill. Here's what we know about the victims.

Flags lowered for 11 killed in factory implosion
video

Recovery efforts are complete at the Nippon Diner Packaging Company in Washington after a ruptured chemical tank killed 11 people in the state's deadliest industrial incident in recent history.