Washington State Patrol Chief John R. Batiste offers condolences to those affected by recent violence and emphasizes the importance of public safety and vigilance without living in fear.

The Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission will hold a virtual public meeting on January 10th to discuss environmental issues, including commercial whale watching rules and Columbia River fisheries.

WSDOT is installing a HAWK pedestrian signal on SR 503 near Prairie High School in Vancouver for increased safety following an incident with a student.

A man was arrested after a New Year's Day standoff at a West Seattle Safeway following an alleged assault. The hours-long situation ended without further incident.

The article details upcoming Kirkland community events and initiatives, including a City Council meeting, Lunar New Year celebration, and resources for sustainability and fitness. It also mentions volunteer events and local infrastructure updates.

The NWS predicts a period of steady rain and mild temperatures for Seattle, with a chance of showers and overcast skies persisting into the following week.

The Pierce County Sheriff's Department released popular videos including humorous and action-packed moments, like 'K9 Bronco vs Naked Guy' and 'Sarge has got Speed', to connect with the community.

A Tacoma house fire, caused by a stove and escalating to the attic, resulted in the death of a dog and one person hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries.

Pierce County prepares for an essential sewer pipe repair project on Bridgeport Way West, moving the original 2029 planned start to early 2025 due to urgent deterioration concerns.

A boy was killed and another injured in a shooting in Lynnwood. The police are searching for two juvenile suspects, and the incident is under active investigation.

Major Alycia McKinney has left Bellevue PD to become deputy chief at the Port of Seattle Police starting January 6. Her contributions to community policing and formation of the CCAT in Bellevue are notable.

Two Portland men died from exposure in Skamania County while searching for Sasquatch, despite a three-day rescue operation involving over 60 volunteers and the U.S. Coast Guard.

The Shoreline Fire Department quickly extinguished a basement fire on NE 159th Street. No injuries occurred, and the evacuated residents received American Red Cross support. Firefighters also safely removed a leaking acetylene tank from the site.