Jerome Frank Jones was sentenced to life for the 1994 murders of Stacy Falcon-Dewey and her son in Renton; he maintains innocence and plans to appeal.

An overnight Poulsbo blaze at a home used for breeding killed about 40 dogs, officials say. Rescued animals are in care while fire investigators work the scene.

Daniel Lopez from Federal Way was sentenced to 8 years for kidnapping with a firearm. The incident was retaliation for a drug deal issue, where he and others abducted a woman, later arresting him in Texas.

Washington's Senate considers a bill to prohibit law enforcement from wearing face-masks during public interactions to enhance trust and accountability.

Seattle's FidaLab settled for $2 million over allegations of overcharging government health programs. The company used multiple billing codes for UTI tests, contrary to regulations.

Seattle police arrested a man after a standoff where he wielded a machete outside a church. The incident involved SWAT and ended with non-lethal force.

Issaquah police appreciated cards made by students from Summit Classical Christian School, shared on social media, reflecting positive community-police relations.

Auburn Police seek help identifying two robbery suspects from a January 10 incident on East Main Street, circulating images and urging tips at 253-288-7403.

Two skiers died in an avalanche near Longs Pass, Washington, while two were rescued. Rescuers had to overcome difficult terrain and delayed recovery due to hazardous conditions.

The Olympia Fire Department reflects on their role as community role models and their impact on local youth, embodying their philosophy of service and legacy as they inspire future generations.

A man was seriously injured in a shooting near Seattle's Chinatown-International District, with police investigating the connection to a disturbance at a hookah lounge.

Washington DNR is providing 25 surplus fire engines to aid local fire districts' wildfire response, supported by a 2017 law and enhanced by 2021 funding legislation.

Washington's Secretary of State received two initiatives for legislative consideration that must pass signature verification to potentially reach ballots. The office also oversees various administrative functions beyond elections.