King County cut the ribbon on Copperleaf Northgate, delivering 235 affordable apartments next to the Northgate Link station. Plans to redevelop the five remaining acres beside the station remain unsettled.

OSU researchers find warmer, rainier winters could move water through PNW watersheds faster, risking lower summer flows and spikes in contaminants.

An 8-year-old told officers a man tried to grab her near 36th/Othello; police searched Gatewood and broadcast a suspect description.

Seattle's Best Karaoke will close its Denny Triangle private rooms on April 26, 2026, after 30 years. Owner Shinji Unno says he'll focus on expanding rental and delivery services.

Burien’s City Council appointed veteran manager Bob Larson as interim city manager; he’ll begin work Tuesday, April 28 amid a recent leadership shakeup.

A Got Green report and a Rainier Vista march allege mold, leaks and years-long repair backlogs at Seattle Housing Authority properties. Tenants are demanding faster, enforceable repairs.

A man was found shot on a Kent porch and flown to Harborview after first responders stabilized him. Detectives are asking anyone with information to contact the tip line.

Washington unveiled its first Comprehensive Climate Action Plan in Pierce County on Earth Day, promising thousands of jobs and billions in economic benefit while launching regional implementation talks.

Seattle Fire rushed to a residential blaze on the 10200 block of 44th Ave SW Thursday; crews asked people to avoid the area while multiple units operated on scene.

Gov. Bob Ferguson vetoed $500,000 to extend a retail‑theft pilot supporters say produced prosecutions, diversion options and improved local coordination. Lawmakers and retailers are pushing back.

Two men were shot Thursday in the 7200 block of Park Avenue South in Tacoma and were taken to a hospital. Police remained on scene as detectives investigated.

Chick-Fil-A is directing $100,000 to Feeding America to support Food Lifeline as it opens four Western Washington restaurants, including a Mill Creek drive-thru. The cash gifts complement the chain’s food-donation program.

Sibling‑run Zoco Cafe and Wine will celebrate its grand opening May 1–3 in Greenbridge with brunch staples, pastas and a Washington‑focused wine program.