The U.S. government and Washington sued Boeing, Seattle and dozens of other parties Wednesday, seeking cleanup and cost recovery at the Lower Duwamish Superfund site.

A five-part documentary returns Tacoma’s Frugal Gourmet story to the spotlight, revisiting civil suits and survivor testimony that toppled a TV career.

Pierce County’s council approved a 0.1% public‑safety sales tax in a 5–2 vote. The measure routes most revenue to courts and the sheriff while funding jail planning and one‑time investments.

A CoworkingCafe study ranks Bellevue No. 12 for career opportunity, citing strong wages, dense employers and growing coworking space on the Eastside.

FIFA pledged $1 million to Seattle as part of an 11-city U.S. legacy program aimed at mini soccer pitches and community projects; the cash would complement city and state World Cup funding.

Gov. Ferguson says 22 King County bridges are rated poor and is pushing a $2.1B preservation plan to avoid more closures and long detours. Local closures have already snarled commutes and hit small businesses.

A small plane veered off a runway at Harvey Field and crashed into a hangar on Feb. 28; two people aboard walked away and crews contained a small fuel leak while investigators were notified.

Lion dances, temple performances and food trucks drew thousands to the Tacoma Dome for APCC’s 28th New Year Celebration. Organizers spotlighted Cambodian culture and recent community milestones.

An adult man was killed near a neighborhood pool in Covington. King County deputies arrested a suspect and Major Crimes detectives are investigating.

Two pedestrians were struck in separate hit-and-runs in Tacoma on Saturday; police say the incidents may be linked and are asking the public for tips.

Tukwila police say a teen was detained three times after a retail disturbance; an adult was booked on firearm and narcotics charges and juvenile booking was declined.

Seattle Fire crews battled a building fire in the 5300 block of 1st Ave S after flames spread into wall spaces on two floors. Crews knocked down exterior flames and checked for extension.

A House budget would eliminate Washington’s urban-forestry funding, threatening Tacoma plantings and the state staff that helps unlock federal grants. Advocates warn millions in pass-through funds are at risk.