A man was sentenced to 3 years for a swatting spree in the U.S. and Canada after pleading guilty to extortion and threat charges.

A fatal DUI crash involving three vehicles occurred on SR-410 in Sumner, closing the ramp to SR-167 and causing delays. One person died, and the driver at fault was arrested. Traffic was impacted as investigation and cleanup continued.

The Seattle City Council unanimously approved legislation allowing the Seattle Fire Department to tear down or fix hazardous vacant buildings to improve public safety.

The National Weather Service in Seattle predicts sunny days and mild evenings ahead, with temperatures reaching up to 75 degrees, breaking from the usual overcast weather.

An 18-year-old was found dead from a gunshot wound in a Kent parking lot; police are investigating the incident.

The summer salmon season in Hanford Reach, Washington, begins June 16, with the Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife outlining rules including limited areas and catch restrictions.

The Seattle Department of Construction and Inspections (SDCI) promotes life-saving education during National CPR & AED Week, with 43% of its inspectors now certified in CPR.

The National Weather Service warns of flooding in Seattle due to atmospheric rivers, with heavy rains expected to continue through Tuesday and rivers at risk of reaching flood stage by Monday.

A former King County jail guard pleaded guilty to bribe-taking and drug smuggling into the jail, facing up to 20 years in prison. His co-conspirators await trial and maintain their innocence.

One man died and another was hospitalized after a stabbing in Queen Anne, Seattle. Police found the victims on West Roy Street and Kinnear Park. The motive and suspect remain unknown.

The Lake to Lake Bike Ride returns to Bellevue on June 8 with various courses for all ages and skill levels, offering scenic routes, refreshments, and prizes, with details and registration available on the city’s website.

A man was sentenced to 42 months for defrauding COVID-19 relief funds, using fake companies to obtain over $500,000, which he spent on personal luxuries.

Seattle Police Chief Adrian Diaz is reportedly leaving his position amid a series of allegations of misconduct within the department. He has been re-assigned to special projects by Mayor Bruce Harrell.