Tacoma City Council decides not to adopt Initiative 2 directly and instead forwards it to the Pierce County Auditor, calling for a task force to assess its implications for labor standards.

A West Seattle smoke shop was burglarized early Friday morning by men using a stolen vehicle to smash into the store. Police are investigating the incident.

The Kirkland TDC extended the deadline for Explore Kirkland tourism grant applications to August 18, 2025, targeting events that attract overnight visitors.

SR 18 in Washington closes Aug 15-18 for maintenance and improvements, including asphalt work and landscaping.

AG Nick Brown secured a settlement with Olympic Management Co. for over $46,000 in refunds to service members charged unlawfully for lease termination under the SCRA.

Increased alert in San Juan County, Washington, due to multiple reports of potential mountain lion sightings; authorities and WDFW are investigating the encounters.

Seattle's Real Time Crime Center helped police arrest a 19-year-old man for an assault that took place in Downtown Seattle, using its camera network to assist officers.

High bacteria levels close Houghton Beach Park's waters for swimming, with health officials advising the public to avoid the water. The rest of the park is open.

A federal court issued an injunction to stop the Trump administration from diverting FEMA disaster mitigation funds, following a lawsuit from a coalition of states.

A teen was hospitalized after their unlicensed dirt bike collided with a car in Kirkland while doing a wheelie, prompting reminders of road safety laws.

Seattle police arrested a man at Trader Joe's for threatening with a knife and improper behavior with an appliance.

WSDOT announced the construction of a roundabout at State Route 26 and First Avenue in Othello with a poetic social media post, aiming to enhance safety. Construction occurs weekdays and requires detours.

Seattle announces Play Streets Week from September 5-14, 2025, allowing residents to turn their streets into play areas. Applications for hosting are due August 25.