Seattle celebrates the contributions of over 1,000 volunteers on its Boards and Commissions through the Civic Engagement Recognition Awards. Nominations are open until September 30, 2025.

Seattle police arrested two 18-year-olds for attempted car theft, firearm violations, and possession of stolen property, recovering weapons, devices, and personal items.

Upcoming Kirkland City Council meeting focuses on transportation safety, transit needs, and homelessness response, including speed limit policy updates and new roles to support vulnerable residents.

Article showcases Deputy Carl Roland and his K9 Smokey from Pierce County Sheriff's Department, highlighting their training and role in law enforcement.

Costco implements strict enforcement of exclusive early-shopping hours for Executive Members, with Gold Star and Business members no longer allowed during these times. The policy aims to incentivize the higher $130 membership tier.

Renton, WA hosts a recycling event on September 13, accepting items like Styrofoam and plastic bags, and offering document shredding, while encouraging food donations to the local bank.

Tacoma's administrative offices will close for Labor Day, but the TRTC remains open, and garbage services continue. Parking enforcement will pause on September 1.

Thurston County opened a new Country Club Road bridge, improving safety and aiding salmon passage, with over 60% federal funding secured by Rep. Marilyn Strickland.

A pedestrian was killed in a collision in South Seattle, suspending 1-Line light rail services between Rainier Beach and Tukwila International Blvd. Stations.

The National Weather Service predicts a series of partly sunny days for Seattle with temperatures peaking near 83°F and calm winds transitioning to a westward breeze.

SDOT's strategy for Seattle's Route 8 seeks to improve travel reliability with both immediate and long-term initiatives amid concerns of congestion and delays.

Seattle Police arrested a suspect in a Capitol Hill home invasion where a nanny was robbed at bear spray-point. The case is linked to a string of celebrity-targeted burglaries.

Washington state imposes regulations on harmful chemicals in cosmetics, targeting formaldehyde releasers to protect health, with full compliance required by 2027.