A Pierce County lawsuit alleges DSHS failed to protect a Rainier School resident after a caregiver punched him, causing serious injuries and lasting trauma.

Seattle police say a backyard fireworks setup ignited a neighbor's house and prompted 911 calls; firefighters extinguished the blaze and no injuries were reported.

Seattle police arrested a 17-year-old after linking a string of robberies that hit convenience and beauty-supply stores across King and Pierce counties.

A backyard-deck blaze spread through a View Ridge home Friday morning, killing a 93-year-old and prompting an official investigation.

Gray mornings give way to sunny afternoons and low 70s inland. Small Craft Advisory tonight for parts of the Strait of Juan de Fuca.

The CPSC recalled more than 100,000 Winco fireworks — Unity 7‑shot cakes and 8‑shot Roman candles — for tip‑over and explosion risks. Customers should stop using affected items and seek refunds.

Chick‑fil‑A cleared design and permitting steps at Centralia Station and has filed building permits, but the developer has not given a construction or opening timetable.

Late‑night gunfire outside the University District Raising Cane’s sent one person to Harborview and prompted a police search on The Ave.

A Seattle man was charged July 1, 2026 in his wife’s killing, nearly eight months after her death. Local video tied to the investigation was published as prosecutors filed murder charges.

Cool, cloudy Thursday with a brief midday shower chance; sun returns in time for July 4.

Guardian One circled White Center after reports of gunfire; deputies later took a person into custody and officials say no one was hurt. Local sites have a timeline of the response.

Washington State Patrol is asking drivers to check dash-cam footage after a drive-by on SR 509 left a bullet hole in a pickup; a red Jeep is wanted. Detectives say the driver was uninjured.

Gray mornings give way to highs near 68°F and light breezes; coastal small craft advisories tonight. Drier, warmer conditions expected for the July 4 weekend.