The internet loves Jimothy. But is there more than one?

Jimothy, Ballard's viral short-spined raccoon, has sparked worldwide attention—and questions about whether there may be more than one.

'Operation Red Card' nets 17 arrests during World Cup in Seattle

A joint law enforcement push targeting high-frequency, violent offenders across the Puget Sound region during the FIFA World Cup resulted in 17 arrests and the seizure of 12 firearms.

Why the reward for a Florida murder suspect just jumped to $16K

The reward for information leading to wanted suspect Isabelle Rose Johnson has increased to $16,000 in a multistate manhunt.

Man suspected of WA Amber Alert kidnapping arrested, police say

The 41-year-old man accused of kidnapping his four-year-old daughter in Kennewick, Washington over the weekend is now in police custody.

Seattle Kraken CEO warns Washington lawmakers of spending habits
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Seattle Kraken CEO Tod Leiweke, a prominent figure who normally doesn't speak up about politics, now has a warning for Washington lawmakers, saying they have an insatiable appetite for spending beyond their means.

Family seeks answers after Lake City man goes missing
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It's been more than two weeks since a 28-year-old Lake City man disappeared, and Seattle Police are asking for the public's help to find him.

US Army veteran free after being in ICE detention for 9 months
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A 44-year-old U.S. Army veteran was set free on Tuesday after he was held in the Northwest ICE Processing Center in Tacoma for 9 months.

Seattle man found dead after July 6 disappearance

Diangelo McKinney, a 28-year-old Lake City man who disappeared July 6, was found dead on Thursday.

Owen makes his debut: New sea lion dives into Tacoma, WA Point Defiance Zoo, Aquarium

Born on June 1, the sea lion pup named Owen is now ready for visitors at Tacoma's Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium now, alongside his parents and sibling, Pepper.

Washington US Attorney immediately fired by Trump files lawsuit

The top federal prosecutor in Seattle who was fired last week less than an hour after being sworn in is suing the government over his termination.

U.S. Army veteran released from Tacoma ICE center

A U.S. District Court judge has ordered the release of a 44-year-old U.S. Army veteran held at the Northwest ICE Processing Center in Tacoma for 9 months.

Seattle's viral 'Jimothy' craze spawns tattoos, video game characters, more

Seattle’s viral short-spined raccoon, Jimothy, has taken the internet by storm — inspiring brands and organizations nationwide to join the fun.

Seattle single-family rents ease in 2026

Renting in the Puget Sound region may have just gotten a bit easier, as single-family rents take a dip. However, prices still remain out of reach for many people following a 2025 surge.

Illegal immigrant who murdered Michigan woman sues Trump, demands $75M, public apology, US citizenship

An illegal immigrant serving a lengthy prison sentence for the murder of a Michigan woman is suing President Donald Trump, alleging he faced humiliation when his case was used as a political talking point, and is demanding $75 million, a public apology, and U.S. citizenship.

DOJ investigating Harvard's international financial aid practices

President Trump called for a federal investigation by the Department of Justice into Harvard University’s China-related academic programs, arguing the school is acting as a shill, allowing Chinese donors to create scholarships that exclude American students.