A pedestrian was hit and killed early Wednesday by a pickup truck on SR 167 in Puyallup; a garbage truck may also have been involved. Drivers cooperated with the investigation.

Seattle's weather is clearing up to sunny skies with highs around 74°F today, increasing to the mid-80s by the weekend, with calm and clear nights in the low 60s.

Kroger announces the closure of two Fred Meyer stores in Everett and Kent due to increased theft and regulatory costs, impacting community food access and jobs.

The Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission elected new leadership, discussed Chinook salmon population restoration, and reviewed legislative proposals in their Bellingham meeting.

Construction on State Route 112 in Washington will cause delays, with repairs and safety improvements expected to continue through fall and resume in 2026.

Three individuals have been arrested by Tacoma Police for a November 2024 homicide. The arrests occurred on January 6 and August 15, 2025, with all suspects charged with First Degree Murder.

6th Avenue SW in Burien will be closed on August 18 for utility installation related to the 148th Avenue SW Intersection Improvements Project, with marked detours available.

Aryan gang drug leader Yehoshua Kilp received a 14-year sentence for running a drug ring linked to prison gangs and overdoses; a large coordinated law enforcement effort resulted in arrests and seizures.

Washington State's Traffic Safety Commission launched the Driven to Protect initiative, implementing advanced DADSS technology to prevent drunk driving by disabling car operation if the driver's BAC is too high.

Rentonwa.gov highlights the importance of protecting green spaces for ecological balance and community health, with public input sought for updating the Critical Areas Ordinance.

WDFW awards $1 million for wildlife diversity projects in Washington to protect species at risk, with ongoing and new initiatives benefiting from the funding.

Seattle anticipates heavy weekend rain, with the National Weather Service predicting up to 1.5 inches in lowlands and 3-5 inches in mountains, raising flood and runoff concerns.

The Garfield Super Block in Seattle's Central Area will undergo improvements for accessibility, recreation, and aesthetics, initiated by Seattle Parks and Recreation with contractor A-1 Landscaping and Construction.