Seattle has increased parking fines as of January 1, with most infractions starting at $43 and potentially reaching $78, causing concerns among residents.

Seattle police detained an individual after a standoff at a Safeway in West Seattle involving an assault and a dagger. The suspect faces multiple charges.

WSP renews its call for leads in the unsolved fatal drive-by shooting of 15-year-old Russell Walker in Parkland, urging the public to provide information.

Seattle's economic department announces a Retail and Ground Floor Revitalization Analysis to revamp 11 neighborhoods, partnering with design firms and community groups, aiming to complete by July 2025.

A head-on collision on US 2 in Snohomish County resulted in the deaths of both drivers, with an ensuing road closure and ongoing investigation by the Washington State Patrol.

Washington State mandates a 1,000-yard buffer zone for boaters around Southern Resident killer whales starting January 1, 2025, to protect them from disturbances.

The Seattle Seahawks missed the playoffs for the second consecutive year after losing their chance when the Atlanta Falcons won over the Washington Commanders.

The WDFW has received an organizational review by the Ruckelshaus Center, with results given to the state legislature and a statement promising collaboration on next steps.

Jahmed Haynes has been declared competent to stand trial for the murder of Ruth Dalton, facing several charges including first-degree murder, with the potential of receiving a life sentence without parole due to Washington's "third strike" law.

Authorities search for a white van involved in a hit and run on I-5, with the gold van driver charged with Vehicular Assault after injuring a passenger.

Jose Lucas Morfin Jr. has been indicted on multiple charges, including manslaughter, for Mary McDowell's death in Washington County. The Sheriff's Office seeks additional information.

The Department of Neighborhoods in Seattle looks back on a 2024 filled with community engagement and support initiatives under the One Seattle Vision.

Seattle Public Utilities offers free composting for holiday trees from December 26 to January 31 and closed transfer stations on Dec 25, 2024, and Jan 1, 2025.