A state appeals panel heard arguments over whether Pierce County properly accepted permits for Tacoma Rescue Mission’s Good Neighbor Village in Spanaway; neighbors say approvals never vested. A ruling could shape construction and community impacts.

A fresh wave of bakeries, noodle shops and coffee spots has opened north of the Ship Canal, from Greenwood to the U‑District.

Seattle police said Friday they are investigating a stabbing in Lake City. Details are limited and authorities described the information as preliminary.

A copper theft stripped Taproot’s rooftop HVAC and put the theatre’s summer shows and youth camps at risk as the company races to raise $400,000.

Rainier Valley Coffee opened a new drive‑thru at 5915 Hannah Pierce Road in University Place and will celebrate with free 16‑ounce drinks on May 2.

Seattle Public Schools rolled out districtwide guidelines that require K–8 phones to be off and stored all day and limit high school phone use during class. The move follows a district review and pilot programs.

Nielsen data show Seattle's EV household share climbed to about 7.5% in 2025 as gas prices near record highs, with Teslas making up the majority of local EVs.

A counterprotester was arrested after drumming outside a Turning Point USA event at UW's Husky Union Building, drawing chants and a heavy police presence.

Farrelli’s Pizza is converting The Claw into a party‑ready location in Enumclaw with a bar, private room and covered patio; the chain is aiming to open in late June.

Marysville police are investigating after a woman was found dead inside a garbage can on Grove Street; detectives say the case is active and ask anyone with tips to call 360-363-8378.

Two former UW medical residents filed a King County class-action saying WPHP forced flawed evaluations and stalled their careers; WPHP has moved to dismiss under state immunity.

Shots were reported outside Mayor Katie Wilson's news conference at Yesler Community Center. Police responded and are investigating.

Edgewood’s City Council voted to repeal the local fireworks ban, returning residents to state rules while officials consider a narrower holiday restriction. The change took effect in April.