King County awards woman $21.5M in settlement over near-death dog mauling
A court has ruled that King County had a “duty to protect the community” from dangerous animals living on a squatter property in Auburn when a woman was nearly mauled to death in 2022.
WA child exploitation operation leads to 12 arrests
A multi-agency operation in Battle Ground resulted in the arrest of 12 people allegedly involved in the sexual abuse and exploitation of children. The operation was spearheaded by the Washington State Patrol's Missing and Exploited Children Task Force and involved over 60 law enforcement officers. Since the first...
Seattle Mayoral Candidate Katie Wilson Joins The Morning Ride
Seattle Mayoral Candidate Katie Wilson Talks Housing, Transit, and Affordability. On The Morning Ride, Seattle mayoral candidate Katie Wilson discussed her campaign priorities, centering on housing affordability, public transit, and cost of living challenges. Wilson, a co-founder of the Transit Riders Union,...
Seven Arrested After Occupying Microsoft Executive Office in Western Washington
REDMOND, WA – Police report that seven individuals were arrested on Tuesday after unlawfully entering an executive office at Microsoft’s Redmond campus. Officers responded at approximately 1 p.m. on August 26 after receiving a report of demonstrators
Victim of ‘vicious’ attack in Seattle’s Pioneer Square speaks out
SEATTLE — Michael Darigol was walking alone through Pioneer Square after attending a Mariners game when he was attacked in what one police officer described as “one of the most brutal unprovoked assaults” he had ever seen. “I’m scared to go outside. Truly,” Darigol said.
Felony domestic violence suspect arrested in Issaquah
Police said the suspect was wanted for multiple felony charges, including domestic violence assault and violating a no-contact order.
Washington State Ferries launches trial program allowing leashed dogs in passenger cabins
SEATTLE — For the first time, Washington State Ferries is letting dogs inside passenger cabins as part of a six-month trial. The change, which began last week, will run through February 2026. Under the new rules, dogs on leashes can ride in most passenger areas, except food galleys. Large...
Something in the Air? Why So Many Serial Killers Around Here?
It’s not as if we needed another book about serial killers of the Pacific Northwest. There are dozens already, even a serial killer coloring book for adults: Hi, I’m Ted. Seriously!. Pulitzer-prize winning author Caroline Fraser, who grew up in the Seattle area, has added one more to...
Emergency declared in WA over closure of “critical lifeline” bridge due to semi truck...
The Governor of Washington has declared an emergency over the closure of a “critical lifeline” bridge after a semi truck crash earlier in the month. The accident happened back on August 18th when a semi truck crashed into the bridge, damaging several support beams. The crash forced the closure of the bridge, and the...
14 Hole-In-The-Wall Washington Restaurants That Locals Are Obsessed With
Washington state harbors countless culinary treasures tucked away in unexpected corners. Beyond the famous dining scenes of Seattle and Portland lie small, unassuming eateries that locals guard jealously and return to religiously. These humble establishments might lack fancy decor or extensive marketing, but they...
