WSDOT is starting construction on a new pedestrian overcrossing at SR 500 and Northeast Stapleton Road in Vancouver on July 18. The bridge will be ADA-compliant and is expected to be completed by Spring 2025.

Seattle City Light's article emphasizes the importance of safety protocols during power restoration and construction, including keeping power off during repairs and using insulated PPE, to ensure crew and community safety.

Washington State Patrol seeks a white Mini Cooper after a drive-by shooting on SR 599, which caused a Chevy Tahoe to get a flat tire. No injuries reported.

Lowman Beach Park in Seattle has been named Best Restored Shore by the ASBPA for its successful coastal habitat and recreational space restoration project.

The Snohomish County Council has approved a Public Safety Sales Tax for the November ballot to fund crime and drug epidemic measures, including more law enforcement and treatment options.

Washington State activates state fire assistance to counter wildfire risks in the Lower Columbia region, deploying resources and maintaining an alert status.

The Seattle City Council has passed legislation to convert commercial buildings into residential units to address the city's housing crisis, a key facet of Mayor Bruce Harrell's Downtown Activation Plan.

The Seattle City Council passed a $1.55 billion Transportation Levy to improve safety and maintenance, with a focus on infrastructure and oversight, funded by property taxes.

Robert Scroggs, a 73-year-old substitute teacher, was arrested for first-degree child molestation involving a new 9-year-old accuser, following a previous arrest for a similar charge with another child.

Pierce County law enforcement emphasizes the dangers of reckless driving, which can lead to imprisonment, fines, and community harm. The crackdown on such behavior includes towing vehicles involved in racing or reckless acts.

Seattle police arrested a suspect after a standoff following a domestic violence shooting that left a woman with a nonfatal leg injury. The early morning incident resulted in SWAT negotiations and ended without further incidents.

ARTS at King Street Station in Seattle is hosting a free event on July 11 to celebrate Zabia Colovos' new exhibition "Luminous Being," featuring live painting, DJ music, and other exhibitions. The event coincides with Pioneer Square's Art Walk.

A pedestrian died after being struck by a vehicle on SR 16 near South 19th Street. Impairment was ruled out for the driver, and no charges are pending. Traffic was delayed as authorities investigated the incident.