A military aircraft crashed near Rimrock Lake on Saturday, touching off a wildfire that prompted evacuations and a multi‑agency firefight. Crews protected cabins while aircraft attacked the flames into the evening.

A Bremerton woman pleaded guilty in a federal mail‑theft and bank‑fraud case that prosecutors say drained nearly $229,000; sentencing is set for Sept. 3.

Remains found in the Sol Duc drainage in 2000 were identified as Joseph Louis Serrao Jr., a Hawaii native missing since 1998.

A 23-year-old man died after a shooting in the 1300 block of South 2nd Street in Mount Vernon; police are canvassing the scene and seeking witnesses.

A man was shot in the leg near 3rd and Pike early Friday; police say the suspect fled and detectives are investigating.

A Seattle man faces first-degree murder charges after the May 24 shooting death of Marcus Pressley outside a Kent apartment complex. Prosecutors say the killing was allegedly premeditated and retaliatory.

The Pitch pop-up inside Kickin' It Federal Way is taking match‑day reservations for World Cup watch parties June 19–21, serving international snacks like Belgian fries and an Australian snag.

Clear and mild Thursday with a high near 70°F. A strong warm-up Sunday–Monday could push temps into the 80s–90s.

Federal prosecutors say two sisters used a 'gift card sequencing' scheme to steal more than $80,000 from a national retailer. One sister is jailed pending trial; the other was released on recognizance.

Sap Kray, convicted in the 1997 killing of Tacoma Officer William Lowry, died last Friday while serving life in state prison. The Snohomish County medical examiner lists the cause of death as pending.

Public health warned Chief Sealth families after a student attended class while contagious with whooping cough; watch for cough symptoms and confirm vaccinations.

Seattle firefighters battled a house fire in the 3000 block of NW 59th Street early Wednesday; crews attacked the blaze from inside and out and initial updates were posted on X.

Spokane Indian Housing Authority paid about $53.3M for the 200‑unit Waterford Apartments in Everett, expanding its western Washington holdings amid a busy acquisition run. Local filings and industry notices detail the deal.