1 dead, 1 injured in Federal Way, WA crash
FEDERAL WAY, Wash. - Police are investigating after a deadly crash in Federal Way on Friday morning. Shortly after 5:30 a.m., two cars traveling South 320 Street crashed near the I-5 interchange. According to investigators, one of the drivers was traveling eastbound and crossed into the westbound lanes. The driver,...
Seattle crane collapse sparks new safety rules
Washington has adopted new safety rules for tower cranes to help prevent collapses and protect workers and the public, following a deadly accident in Seattle nearly six years ago.
Alleged shoplifter caught during a welfare check outside of Kitsap County grocery store
A case of bad timing landed a man behind bars in Kitsap County.
Workers at 3 Seattle-area Starbucks stores still on strike one week later
Workers at three Starbucks coffeehouses in the Seattle area are continuing to strike one week after picket lines first formed at stores around the country to protest stalled union contract negotiations. Two Seattle stores — one in the University District, 4147 University Way N.E., and another at 1144 Elliott Ave....
Burien Police seize another $1.6 million in narcotics in ongoing drug bust operation
A drug investigation led by the Burien Police Department’s Special Emphasis Team (SET) has resulted in another major seizure, marking the latest development in an ongoing operation authorities have code-named […] The post Burien Police seize another $1.6 million in narcotics in ongoing drug bust operation appeared...
Homeless encampments return to Seattle park as advocates fear policy reversal under Mayor-elect Katie...
The majestic views of downtown Seattle from Dr. Jose Rizal Park once drew tourists from around the world. The hilltop park in Beacon Hill was a must-see spot for its sweeping vistas of the skyline and stadiums, while local families gathered for picnics and children played on the jungle gym. Now, more than a dozen...
Raccoons Are Being Domesticated in Seattle – Yes, They Are Becoming Pets
Got any snacks you want me to take off your hands? Photo: Christian Lademann/picture alliance via Getty Images. If Seattle’s raccoons are starting to look a little cuter and less wary, it may not be your imagination. The big picture: Scientists say city raccoons are evolving to live more...
Socialist mayor-elect reveals why she embraced her parents giving her money as a 43-year-old
Seattle Mayor-elect Katie Wilson says she’ll no longer need her parents’ financial help now that she gets a mayor's salary, while also defending their past support.
Medical examiner: Death of man found near Freeway Park was drug-fueled accident
The death of the man found critically injured and bleeding near the convention center and Freeway Park last Saturday night has been ruled an accident. The King County Medical Examiner says Joseph Manuel Martinez died of “acute drug intoxication” in the September 15th incident. CHS reported passersby found...
Two more Starbucks pickets planned in Seattle as ‘Red Cup Rebellion’ continues
Two more pickets are set to take place at two Starbucks locations in Seattle Wednesday and Thursday as the coffee giant and the union representing its employees continue to clash. With more than 1,000 union Starbucks baristas participating in the unfair labor practice strike at 65 stores across more than...
