Burien seeks community members for pro and con committees on a public safety levy measure, with a July 9 application deadline and an August deadline for statements and rebuttals.

King County Assessor John Wilson was arrested on allegations of stalking his ex-partner, violating a protection order, despite no claims of physical assault. He refuses to resign despite calls from officials.

Washington Governor Bob Ferguson announced SNAP benefits will be reduced due to a new bill, affecting 1 million residents, with the average family losing $56/month and facing new work requirements.

A man was fatally shot in Tacoma; police responded and declared him dead at the scene. A 38-year-old male suspect was arrested and charged with First Degree Murder.

Infrastructure projects in Sammamish may cause traffic disruptions, with stormwater pipe maintenance, pavement overlays, and utility work planned for the month. Minimal lane closures and night work are expected.

The Washington Department of Ecology funds 101 clean water projects with $188 million to improve water quality across the state, despite potential future federal budget cuts.

Seattle authorities remind residents to avoid personal fireworks for the 4th of July, encouraging them to attend the professional display at Lake Union instead, and offer safety tips for the holiday.

Washington leads a 16-state lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Education for cutting K-12 mental health funding, impacting services post-Uvalde tragedy.

Northbound Interstate 405 in Kirkland will be closed for construction from NE 70th Street to NE 124th Street starting Friday night until early Monday. Detours are in place.

Deputies arrested an 18-year-old for assault and eluding after he and three minors in an SUV allegedly threw rocks at a homeless woman in Pierce County.

Police responded to a fatal shooting in South Tacoma, where life-saving efforts failed and the victim was declared dead. The motive and victim's identity remain unknown as the investigation continues.

A roommate dispute in Seattle led to one person being stabbed over a speaker. The suspect was arrested and found with the weapon and stolen cell phones.

Mercer Slough farm stand in Bellevue has reopened its U-pick blueberries event after a hiatus due to light rail construction. The farm stand also offers a variety of fresh local produce.