Windstorm to hit southwest WA Wednesday morning before spreading across Puget Sound
A rapidly developing wind storm was gearing up off the northern California coast late Tuesday afternoon and is forecast to track northward along the Pacific Northwest coast through Wednesday. Forecast guidance concerning this storm has been varied, yet it is starting to come together for a more solid solution. What...
New poll finds more support for lower DUI limit in Washington
WASHINGTON STATE — A proposal to lower the DUI limit in Washington is expected to be back before lawmakers within a few weeks, this time with more public support, advocates say. A new public opinion survey from the Washington Traffic Safety Commission and AAA found that 72% of respondents...
Seattle-bound flight returns to Sacramento airport after crew reports bird strike
Crew members of flight 2026 reported a bird strike not long after the flight took off from the Sacramento airport, Alaska Airlines said on Tuesday.
Seattle is number one with millennials in the US
Seattle's seen a major shift, with millennials now making up nearly a third of its residents. What does that mean for the city's vibe?
Random Acts of Crochet Kindness is stitching smiles across the globe
Crafters around Puget Sound are among thousands across the country spreading smiles by leaving small, crocheted items in random locations for people to find. Random Acts of Crocheted Kindness USA is an online community dedicated to sharing joy. From butterflies and flowers to smiling dumplings and mini Pop-Tarts, the...
Public Health Officials Warn of ‘Toilet Rats’ Following Severe Flooding In Washington State
Public health officials in Washington state are sounding alarms about the potential for “toilet rats” after historic flooding earlier this month displaced numerous rodents. A Facebook advisory from the Seattle and King County public health department highlighted the risks posed by floodwaters that can sweep rodents...
Man arrested, charged with hate crime after violent phone calls to Seattle synagogue
SEATTLE — A 30-year-old Seattle man is accused of making violent threats against a local synagogue earlier this month. On Dec. 12, around 9:30 p.m., patrol officers responded to reports of threats against a religious institution in the 1500 block of East Pike Street. The suspect had made phone calls to the synagogue,...
Seattle Rents Are Going Down
Seattle-area rents declined a smidge year over year in November, aligning the region with the national rental cooldown. Here's the impact.
Despite Gains, Graduation Rates For Black Males In Seattle Public Schools Still A Concern...
After deeply examining Seattle Public Schools’ longitudinal data across multiple measures including academic performance, discipline, and attendance, educators and education advocates say it became clear that previous initiatives had done little to transform the educational experiences, access, or attainment for...
Man pleads guilty to 2023 murder in Auburn near Muckleshoot Casino
A Seattle man who fatally shot a woman in Auburn in 2023 has pleaded guilty to murder and faces up to 26 years in prison. On Dec. 11, Marketha McCoy, 24, pleaded guilty to second-degree murder. This charge stems from a June 28, 2023, incident where McCoy is accused of fatally shooting Kayshia B. Hardiman, 37.
