Bellevue WA

Washington state's new taxes, effective October 1, aim to raise $9 billion over four years, impacting around 90,000 businesses, especially small ones. Joshua Dirks, owner of a Seattle digital agency, discusses on a podcast how these taxes are forcing him to close his business due to increased costs and competitive...

King County Department of Adult and Juvenile Detention faces probe over allegations it hired corrections officers with expired or temporary work authorization.

After Starbucks said last month that it planned to lay off hundreds of nonretail workers as part of a $1 billion restructuring plan, a new state filing shows what these job cuts mean for employees in Washington. The Seattle-based coffee giant is laying off 974 workers in Seattle and Kent,...

Ever wonder where the wealthier families in Washington are settling down? Some neighborhoods have become hotspots, reflecting more than just high property values.

SEATTLE — Washington State Ferries (WSF) announced they were able to fill several open crewing positions and no longer anticipate service disruptions across all routes Friday evening. On Friday afternoon WSF cited a shortage of crew as the cause, but later said they were able to fill several open...

Clergy will continue to be mandatory reporters, but no longer required to report.

Thanks to David for the photo. This scene at Nino Cantu Southwest Athletic Complex followed reports in the 4 am hour of an unoccupied car rolling downhill, doors open, near 29th/Cloverdale, and of two drivers doing donuts in the NCSWAC lot, with one reportedly crashing through a fence. We’ve listened to archived...

In Washington, the scenery is as much a part of the meal as the food itself. From sleek urban rooftops to waterfront gems tucked into charming coastal towns, each spot pairs breathtaking views with dishes that make your taste buds cheer. It’s where culinary skill meets postcard-worthy scenery, creating moments that...

After the highest inflation in 40 years, many Americans struggle to afford necessities such as food, housing, and healthcare—as well as the fundamental aspiration to start a family. Factoring in rising costs, with childcare chief among them, being a parent in America has never been more expensive than it...

What started as an approach for a vehicle parked in a no parking zone ended in a 1 p.m. DUI arrest in Burien.