A former King County Jail guard received an 8-year sentence for smuggling drugs into the facility and accepting bribes.

Kirkland City Council's upcoming meeting will cover legislative agendas, utility rates, policies, and DEI plans, with options for public participation in person or online.

Pierce County is conducting a pre-election Logic and Accuracy Test for their ballot systems on Oct. 16, open to the public to ensure transparency and trust in the vote-counting process ahead of the Nov. 5 election.

Seattle high schools Nova and Garfield went on lockdown after nearby gunfire; no injuries reported, but a bullet hit a Nova window. Mayor Harrell called for action against gun violence.

Former Tacoma attorney Colby Parks is indicted on 12 counts of wire fraud for embezzling over $570,000 from a client's trust, meant for living expenses after an accident.

The Skagit Wildlife Area reopens on Oct 11 after upgrades, including a new boat launch and improved accessibility, in time for the waterfowl hunting season.

WDFW is hosting virtual workshops for public input on a 10-year water access plan for North Puget Sound, emphasizing community involvement in recreational space enhancement.

The NWS predicts mixed fall weather for Seattle, with sunny days and a likelihood of rain towards Columbus Day, suggesting a need for umbrellas mid-week.

Mayor Birney presented Redmond's preliminary 2025-2026 budget, with plans to address equitable and sustainable growth, inviting public feedback through hearings and email.

Pierce County reschedules a public hearing on a $5.5 million HUD funding application to address housing affordability, allowing residents to give feedback in-person, via Zoom, or teleconference until October 14.

Meadowbrook Pool is hosting a Dual Lane Aqua Run event for ages 6 and older, featuring family-friendly racing. Pre-registration and a swim test are required.

Seattle Fire Department EMTs begin administering buprenorphine in the field to combat opioid crisis, marking a first in the nation and expanding on existing pilot programs.

The NWS predicts a partly sunny and mostly dry week for Seattle, with a slight chance of showers today, but sunnier skies expected from Thursday through the weekend and into Columbus Day.