The Washington Department of Ecology fined the USPS $33,000 for improper handling of hazardous waste at its Seattle Bulk Mail Center, with repeated failures noted since 2018.

Snohomish County announces the "Ninth Annual A Night To Remember, A Time To Act," including a resource fair and vigil on August 28, to honor those lost to addiction.

State and local firefighters collaborate to combat the Sun Country Fire in Washington, initiated by State Patrol Chief Batiste. The fire threatens homes and a hatchery, prompting Level 1 and 2 evacuations. The cause is under investigation.

WSDOT completed a key phase of the I-5 Ship Canal Bridge preservation in Seattle, improving safety and traffic flow. It's part of the larger Revive I-5 project, with interruptions planned around the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

The National Weather Service reports a sunny week for Seattle with mild temperatures around mid-70s and calm winds, potentially reaching into the low 80s on the weekend.

The Renton Police Department in Washington introduced K9 Jagger, a new German Shepherd, for community safety tasks after completing intensive training.

Seattle police are investigating a West Seattle shooting that seriously injured a 22-year-old woman, potentially linked to domestic violence. The suspect remains at large.

Seattle police arrest an 18-year-old man for a series of violent convenience store robberies, with over 80 incidents tied to his group. Two associates were also arrested, including possession of a "ghost gun."

Washington State Department of Health disciplines health care providers, overseen by its Health Systems Quality Assurance Division. Public access to provider's license status and disciplinary records is on their website.

The Seattle area anticipates a wet weekend with a 40% chance of rain and possible urban flooding due to heavy rainfall, as warned by the National Weather Service.

Thieves staged a smash and grab at a West Seattle jewelry store, stealing $2 million in goods. The midday heist involved four masked individuals who broke display cases and threatened employees, escaping quickly before the police arrived.

Ramp meters on I-5 between Chehalis and Centralia go live next week to ease traffic and collisions, with WSDOT monitoring to adjust as needed for optimal flow during peak hours.

A suspected DUI driver crashed into a construction zone near Tacoma Narrows Bridge, prompting road closures and a hazmat response due to struck radioactive equipment. No injuries were reported.