Deputies arrest truck thief after he crashes in Yelm
The Thurston County Sheriff’s Department says that a suspect was arrested after he crashed a stolen truck in the Yelm area.
Tacoma residence damaged by fire early Sunday, fire department says
A Tacoma residence was damaged by fire early Sunday morning, according to the Tacoma Fire Department. Crews were dispatched to the 3500 block of East I Street about 7:45 a.m. after reports of a possible house fire. Firefighters arrived to see flames and heavy smoke. “Crews attacked the fire with offensive strategy;...
Stolen Car Found Blocking I-5 Lane in Federal Way; Two Arrested
A stolen vehicle caused a brief disruption on northbound I-5 in Federal Way on Saturday when it came to a stop in one of the traffic lanes. Washington State Patrol troopers responded quickly and arrested two individuals at the scene. Stolen Car Stops Traffic on I-5 The incident happened near...
Falls from heights top workplace safety violations for 20th year, says Washington L&I
OLYMPIA, Wash. — For the 20th consecutive year, falls from heights remain the most frequently cited serious workplace safety violation by the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I). Despite longstanding safety requirements mandating the use of harnesses, fall arrest systems, and properly installed...
‘I’m in favor of it’: Ursula supports WA proposal to remove decertified sheriffs
A public hearing was held Thursday in Olympia on a new bill that would allow for a sheriff who has lost their peace officer certification to be removed from duty by a state oversight board. Ursula Reutin, co-host of “The Gee and Ursula Show” on KIRO Newsradio, supported the proposal....
Seattle Braces for Wintry Mix: NWS Forecasts Calm Skies, Chance of Rain and Snow
The National Weather Service's Seattle office has provided a detailed forecast for the coming week. As reported by the NWS website, Seattle, WA, is currently experiencing clear skies with temperatures sitting at a chilling 32°F. Humidity registers at a high 92%, with a gentle, calm wind and visibility extending to 8...
Farewell On The Ave, U‑District’s Varsity Theatre Goes Dark After Decades
The Varsity Theatre in Seattle’s University District went dark on Thursday, Jan. 15, closing the curtain on more than 80 years of moviegoing on the Ave. The three-screen house had long been a campus and neighborhood fixture, showing a blend of Hollywood blockbusters and arthouse picks. Its operator said mounting...
Seattle Goodwill employee calls 911 after finding ‘obvious bank robbery note’ in changing room
Seattle police say they tracked down a bank robber after a Goodwill employee found his demand note in the changing room and called 911.
Father uses frying pan to fight off armed intruder while daughter texts 911
SEATTLE (KING) - A Seattle father fought off a knife-wielding intruder who broke into his home while he and his 15-year-old daughter were inside. Seattle Police say a man in his 30s broke a windowpane about 2:40 a.m. Friday at a family’s home in the Ravenna neighborhood. He then unlocked the door and entered the home.
Woman Gives Birth on a Fireboat on Route to the Hospital After Going into...
The last ferry to the mainland — and the closest hospital — had already left for the night when the mom-to-be called 911
