A broken pipe flooded State Route 99 in south Seattle, disrupting the morning commute and forcing lane closures. Traffic was significantly impacted as crews worked to contain the situation.

Mason County deputies investigate a severe case of animal cruelty with over 60 animals hurt, with one horse and several dogs dead; one suspect is in custody.

An elderly woman, Trudy Slanger, died in a crash caused by a suspect fleeing authorities after a domestic violence incident in Lynnwood. The suspect entered the highway wrong-way, leading to a fatal collision.

Seattle Public Library branches face reduced hours until early June due to staffing shortages and citywide budget cuts, amidst rising budget deficit concerns.

WDFW uses drones for sandhill crane monitoring in Klickitat County, ensuring non-intrusive wildlife surveying from April to July, led by certified pilots.

Mayor Armondo Pavone of Renton declared April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month, recognizing the efforts of the King County Sexual Assault Resource Center and its CEO Kate Kurg.

Seattle's Parks Department is seeking name suggestions for two new parks in the Rainier Valley and South Park neighborhoods by May 31, focusing on local significance for the final decision.

A program at the Washington State School for the Blind, called LIFTT, teaches blind and low-vision adults practical disaster preparedness, emphasizing knowing hazards, making plans, and building kits.

The WDFW has extended the Columbia River spring Chinook fishing season, allowing additional days for anglers to fish under specific catch limits and areas.

Authorities are searching for a hit-and-run driver after a crash on I-5 involving a stolen Nissan Sentra and a Ford Escape, which left one driver in the hospital.

Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife announces the opening of recreational shrimp fisheries beginning May 16, with rules for various marine areas.

A smash-and-grab burglary at Forbidden Cannabis in Seattle's Central District resulted in significant losses, with thieves causing property damage and stealing goods.

Seattle is accepting applications for its Summer Food Service Program to combat youth summer hunger, funded by USDA and aimed at organizations serving meals to children.