Kent officer saves teen from traffic during foggy New Year’s Eve crisis call
According to the Kent Police Department, a Kent patrol officer pulled a teen to safety as they ran toward traffic during a foggy New Year’s Eve domestic dispute call.
Katie Wilson Wants a City Where People Can Do More than Just Survive
Mayor Katie Wilson has frequently been compared to fellow Democratic Socialist Zohran Mamdani, the new mayor of New York City. But as one supporter observed at City Hall on Friday, her inauguration ceremony was almost intimate in comparison to Mamdani’s star-studded event. Surrounded by supporters in yellow Transit...
Suspect accused of DUI after chase with police in Tukwila
The Tukwila Police Department says that a DUI suspect with a blood alcohol level double the legal limit was arrested after running from police.
Jordan Chiles 2026 Floor Routine Goes Viral After ‘Dancing With The Stars’ Run
Fresh off a third-place finish on "Dancing with the Stars," Olympic gold medalist Jordan Chiles returned to the gymnastics mat this weekend with a performance that social media is calling a "masterclass in showmanship." The UCLA senior swept every individual event and claimed the all-around title at the Best of...
70-year-old pedestrian on scooter struck, killed by SUV in Shoreline
A man in his 70s was struck by a vehicle and killed while riding a scooter in Shoreline on Saturday night. At approximately 7 p.m., the victim was riding a mobility near the road close to N.E. 175th Street and 11th Avenue N.E., according to KIRO 7. The man was...
Fire damages Seattle home in Wallingford neighborhood; no injuries reported
Damage from the fire included a hole burned between the first floor of the house and the garage below.
Three Washington State Ferry boats are out of service
Major commute news for Washington ferry riders: Three boats were knocked out of service over the past week due to mechanical issues.
16 Everyday Home Features In Washington That Can Cause Costly Code Issues
Toners, I’m all but confident you’ve been there. You think that if something’s been part of your house for years, it must be fine!. But, in the Evergreen State, that assumption can lead to surprises. Building codes change, standards evolve, and features that once passed inspection may...
The Ape Cave Lava Tubes of Mount St. Helen.
Have you ever seen the movies The Descent or The Cave? That’s precisely what came to mind as we made our way through the pitch-black, wet darkness of the Ape Cave lava tubes at Mount St. Helens. Surrounded by nothing except solidified lava, with rainwater dripping constantly from every angle, being inside the Ape...
Washington Weather Alert Monday Morning: Rain Intensifies, Snow Mix Possible by Midweek
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Washington commuters step into a damp, gray morning as rain taps windshields and puddles spread along curbs. In Seattle, the first Monday of 2026 starts wet and chilly, with conditions set to turn more...
