The Kirkland Police Department is hosting its Community Police Academy for local residents and workers to learn about law enforcement duties through sessions from September 18 to November 13.

Kirkland City Council is set to address local issues at a meeting on September 3, 2024, including zoning amendments and the Energy Smart Eastside initiative.

The Lynnwood Link light rail extension has opened, featuring four new stations and expected to carry 50,000 daily riders between Lynnwood and Seattle in 32 minutes. A community celebration marks the opening.

Kirkland's traffic cameras are set to enforce speed limits in school zones starting September 3rd to ensure the safety of children, with fines funding safety projects.

Over 300,000 travelers are expected to use Washington State Ferries during Labor Day weekend, supported by a dedicated workforce of nearly 2,000 unionized employees.

Seattle obtains a $17.2 million Department of Energy grant to reduce building emissions, aligning with the city's climate goals and expanding its green workforce.

The Seattle Department of Transportation announced weekend closures for Ballard Bridge maintenance with detours advised via the Aurora Bridge. Pedestrians and cyclists retain bridge access, but delays expected for drivers and bus riders.

Tabitha Johnson advocates for 'Jayda’s Law' after her daughter was killed in a mall shooting, demanding stricter penalties for juvenile offenders and greater parental accountability.

Seattle had a fatal shooting in North Beacon Hill, leaving one dead and another critically injured. Police found the victims with gunshot wounds; the male victim died on the scene and the female was hospitalized. No arrests have been made.

Seattle provides free ORCA cards to eligible low-income families with children in the Seattle Preschool Program, ensuring accessible transportation until August 31, 2025.

New fishing regulations for Minter Creek in Pierce County, Washington, will start from the 2024-25 season, including specific fishing windows and daily salmon limits.

A suspect was arrested after pepper-spraying police and a Metro supervisor, and then being caught following a foot chase in Seattle.

A seaplane crash into Lake Meridian in Kent resulted in the pilot being rescued with critical injuries and taken to ICU. Local citizens assisted in the rescue. The cause is under investigation.