Federal agents detained a woman near UW’s Greek Row on an out‑of‑state criminal warrant; university and city officials say no UW personnel were involved.

A King County class-action alleges unpaid overtime and missed meal/rest breaks at Dick’s Drive‑In across the Puget Sound. The chain says it’s reviewing the claims.

Washington’s attorney general announced a $7M settlement with a property manager and owners after seniors reported mold, broken appliances and misleading “luxury” ads. The deal returns money to tenants and funds repairs.

State lawmakers passed SB 6237 and sent it to Gov. Bob Ferguson; if signed, leases signed after Dec. 31, 2026 would need a flood‑risk disclosure.

Seattle police are investigating after a worker found what appeared to be a human skull at a West Seattle transfer station; the item was collected as evidence and the medical examiner was notified.

Fire crews extinguished a blaze Tuesday at a First Hill business that houses an art gallery, an event space and a tattoo shop; officials had not released details on injuries or cause.

A draft rewrite of Gig Harbor’s critical‑areas code would expand stream and wetland buffers and require extra mitigation. Staff are scheduling public meetings ahead of a likely June vote.

Pierce County records show a $20,000 settlement after a sheriff's K‑9 bit a man in South Hill in December 2022.

Renee Erickson's revamped steakhouse Jeffry's reopens at 1040 E Union with a pared-down menu and new leadership while union bargaining continues.

The Thurston County hearing examiner approved a contested 5.4MW battery storage project near Rochester on March 9, 2026, but only after imposing strict safety and response requirements.

Legacy Development plans to convert part of the SpringHill Suites at 1800 Yale into TownePlace Suites extended‑stay rooms, creating a dual‑branded Marriott hotel in downtown Seattle.

Rustica Grille opened last Wednesday at the Port Orchard Public Market, replacing The Dock and serving steaks, bison burgers and country-style breakfasts. The new spot aims to serve both early risers and evening diners.

The Puyallup Tribe will host a Tacoma Fan Zone with watch parties, a powwow and a SEA&WIN scavenger hunt featuring handcrafted glass medallions.