Seattle faces a wet weather forecast with a 30% chance of rain Tuesday and likelihood increasing throughout the week, reaching a 90% chance by Thursday.

The Humane Society raised owner‑surrender fees to $400 after new contracts; rescues and animal‑control officers report more abandoned pets and long waitlists.

The National Weather Service has issued a Cold Weather Advisory for the Seattle area due to very low temperatures, warning of health risks and advising residents to dress warmly and check on vulnerable community members.

A University Place resale shop owner is charged after investigators found nearly 2,000 Lululemon pieces and roughly $920,000 in Venmo receipts. Authorities say more than 400 items were confirmed stolen.

Washington state's IL26-638 initiative debates a ban on transgender athletes in female youth sports, with potential legislative action or a voter decision.

Clear skies and temps in the 20s this morning; highs near 44°F. Cold Weather Advisory through 9:00 a.m. PST.

Central Pierce Fire & Rescue expanded its Board with 14 members post-merger, with plans to downsize to 5. New Commissioner John Caverly brings EMS experience to the board. The transition aims to improve fire and emergency services.

A manhunt is under way in Port Orchard after a homeowner was shot in the foot. Deputies say 35-year-old Kenneth Earl McLeod is armed, dangerous and on the run.

Sound Transit is expected to set an opening day today for the 7.4‑mile East Link across Lake Washington, a move that would finally connect Seattle and Bellevue by light rail. Testing and simulated runs are the last steps before a spring rollout.

Net absorption turned positive in Q4 even as vacancy rose after 1.8M sq ft of new warehouses hit the Puget Sound market.

The state awarded $54.5M in CHIP grants to connect 70 projects to water infrastructure, clearing the way for about 4,517 affordable homes across Washington.

A Kirkland developer bought the Motel 6 in Issaquah and will convert its 103 rooms into studio workforce apartments, with construction slated for summer 2026.

Pierce County is inviting proposals for youth violence prevention programs, with $3 million available from a local sales tax. Proposals should address findings from the county's YVPNA and focus on sustainable, evidence-based practices.