Family sues King County over mother’s death in jail, claiming neglect during severe illness
SEATTLE — The family of a woman who died while in custody at the King County Correctional Facility has filed a lawsuit against the jail, blaming staff for the death of the 58-year-old mother of two. Deanna Davis died in March 2023 in the jail's psychiatric housing unit. According...
Crowned Crane Escapes Zoo in Washington
In Issaquah, Washington, a young East African crowned crane has escaped from Cougar Mountain Zoo, triggering a local search and surprising birdwatchers near Lake Sammamish. The crane, known for its golden feathered crest and long legs, was last seen gliding near the boat launch at Lake Sammamish State Park on...
Washington Winter Weather Alert: Up to 12 Inches of Snow to Shut Down Cascade...
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Seattle, Washington – Drivers heading into Washington’s northern Cascades have hours to prepare before heavy snow begins stacking up on major mountain routes by 4 a.m. Wednesday, threatening pass closures...
Bremerton’s Elandan Gardens wins silver medal at national festival
The elaborate Northwest Flower and Garden Festival occurs every year in February, with local Bremerton business Elandan Gardens participating in the event. The festival was held Feb. 18-22 at the Seattle Convention Center. Elandan Gardens is one of the largest gardens in the festival, with large trees, bonsai, snags,...
Woodland Park Zoo announces 2026 summer concert series lineup
Calling all Seattle concert-lovers! The Woodland Park Zoo has announced its 2026 summer concert series lineup.
VIDEO: U.S. Postal Service letter carriers explain what they’re fighting for, just before contract...
The job of being a U.S. Postal Service letter carrier is very different from what it used to be. So say leaders of their union, the National Association of letter Carriers, in explaining why they’re determined to fight for a better contract in upcoming negotiations, and trying to be loud about it. The union held...
The Oldest Seafood Restaurant on Puget Sound Is Still Serving What Locals Call “The...
Right on the edge of Puget Sound, there’s a seafood restaurant that has been serving hungry customers since 1909. Locals swear this place serves the best fish in Washington. The batter is crisp, the salmon is caught from Pacific Northwest waters, and the chowder is packed with real clams.
Harbor seal shot in face in Hood Canal, WA
Veterinary experts at SR3 in Des Moines are fighting to save a harbor seal found emaciated and shot in the face near Hood Canal. Rescuers in Quilcene discovered the animal in "dire straits" with blood on her muzzle, later confirming via X-ray that a projectile was lodged near her brain. Wildlife advocates warn this...
‘Not in pain anymore’: Seattle cold plungers feel mental, physical boosts
Cold plungers dunk in Puget Sound's icy waters throughout the winter. Many say it helps their mental and physical health. Research shows they may be onto something.
He’s not Guy Fieri, but WA foodies know who he is
Did you already know about Chef J. Kenji López-Alt? My friends who are foodies talk to me about him all the time!

















