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X/@RapidReport2025 A floatplane carrying 11 people erupted into flames after crashing into the water while attempting an emergency landing off the Washington coast, leaving one person critically injured. The single-engine de Havilland DHC-3, operated by Kenmore Air, went down in Shallow Bay near Sucia Island at about 5

Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson’s press secretary, Sage Wilson, is leaving after less than seven months on the job, PubliCola reported Wednesday. Sage Wilson decided he would rather work as an advocate for progressive causes outside of the mayor’s office, but doesn’t have a position lined up, according to the media outlet.

Huxdotter Coffee is preparing to open two new locations in Washington. The company recently announced on Instagram that a new drive-thru coffee stand is expected to open in September at 31239 3rd Ave. in Black Diamond. Customers can expect the company’s signature espresso drinks, Hux Energy beverages, fresh pastries, a

Kent drivers who plan to use West Willis Street between 74th Avenue South and Fourth Avenue South, which is the roundabout, will need to find a new route from 9 p.m. Friday, July 24th through about 11 p.m. Sunday, July 26. There will be a full road closure all weekend...

Alaska Air Group logged a $76 million GAAP net loss in the second quarter after a sudden spike in fuel prices torpedoed what executives say would have been a solidly profitable spring. The Seattle-based carrier said its economic fuel cost ran about $4.43 per gallon, adding roughly $600 million to expenses for the perio

NASA just posted a photo of Seattle taken from space — and somehow, Jimothy made it into the shot.

The Seattle Police Department is investigating a body found in the woods Thursday afternoon.

OLYMPIA, Wash. — "Jimothy," a beloved raccoon with short spine syndrome, has taken Seattle — and the world — by storm. Now, Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson is bestowing a new accolade upon the controversially cute critter. Video of the raccoon scurrying across a Ballard backyard surfaced online...

Seattle City Light customers will soon be charged more for their electric bills. A newly approved 9.5% rate hike is on the books. Starting in January 2027, you will pay about $10 more per month for your electric bill. In 2028, that rate will increase again. Seattle Councilmember Maritza Rivera...

KIRKLAND, Wash. — A months-long investigation into organized retail theft across the Puget Sound region led Kirkland police to a suspect they believe stole an estimated $500,000 in fragrance products and other merchandise from stores in multiple jurisdictions, including businesses in Kirkland. Detectives with the Kirkl