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SEATTLE — Most people never see what happens in the hours after a death, when investigators arrive to document what occurred and begin the process of finding answers. In Washington, that behind-the-scenes work is part of the training offered through the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission (WSCJTC). Th

West Seattle has a new chicken spot. Starbird Chicken opened its first Washington restaurant Monday on Fauntleroy Way SW, right next to Whole Foods near the Alaska Junction.

A Kent police detective whose work helped prosecutors secure a 73-year sentence in a homicide case has won a law enforcement award, drawing praise from colleagues for his investigative skills and willingness to help. Casey McNerthney, a spokesperson for the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office, highlighted Detecti

SEATTLE — Seattle Public Utilities crews stopped a sewer overflow late Saturday after a blockage in a sewer main sent an estimated 18,100 gallons of wastewater into Lake Washington. SPU said crews responded near 8760 Sand Point Way NE on Saturday evening and halted the overflow at 11:22 p.m.

A drive-by shooting near the S 272nd Street overpass above I-5 in Kent killed two people Monday morning, shutting down the road in both directions as police investigate. The department is conducting an investigation into a fatal shooting that occurred at that location, KPD announced. Kent Police advised people to...

Rampant copper theft in western Washington is causing millions in damage to small businesses, local streetlights, and transit systems. Officials estimate that $1,000 of stolen copper can cause $100,000 in structural damage, forcing local owners to pay tens of thousands out-of-pocket for repairs. King County prosecutors

King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion is introducing new legislation aimed at tackling local copper wire theft.

Seattle’s waterfront has a way of making an ordinary meal feel like part of a much bigger adventure. At Six Seven Restaurant, guests arrive for the sweeping views of Elliott Bay but often stay for the fresh seafood and welcoming service. The setting feels polished without becoming stiff, creating...

An adult man died following an officer-involved shooting after Tacoma police responded to a domestic violence call on South Stevens Street. The Pierce County Force Investigation Team is investigating the incident, while the state Office of Independent Investigation is reviewing the use of force. No police officers were

A woman was attacked in West Seattle, according to the seattle police department, by a group of men on Friday.