WSDOT plans to convert a signalized intersection on Bainbridge Island into a roundabout to enhance safety, involving community input in the planning stages.

Washington state's unemployment rate remained at 4.5% in July 2025, with job growth in the private sector and declines in the public sector and construction.

Seattle's weather forecast predicts a clear, sunny day with highs near 74°F, transitioning to rain in the evening and the coming days, with chances of precipitation ranging from 80%-90%.

Seattle's SR 99 tunnel will receive a surface enhancement to improve traction, with closures beginning Monday, Aug. 18. The $1.5 million "shot-blasting" project will roughen the surface for better vehicle grip.

Kirkland Police Chief Cherie Harris is retiring on September 3, 2025, after a career that began in 1993. Deputy Chief Michel St. Jean is the interim chief.

Robert J. Howell Jr. was sentenced to over 13 years for child sexual abuse imagery crimes, including receipt and possession, after a jury trial and conviction.

A man is critically injured after a shooting in South Park, Seattle, with the suspect still at large. Police and the Gun Violence Reduction Unit are investigating the incident which followed a bar fight.

Sammamish officials advocate for water conservation in response to drought, offering practical steps for residents to reduce water usage and protect the environment.

A fire from a dumpster spread to a building in Seattle's Ballard district, but was extinguished by 9:40 p.m. with no injuries; firefighters advise on waste container safety.

WSDOT announces full closure of SR 18 over Tiger Mountain's summit from August 15-18, affecting traffic and directing freight to alternative routes for infrastructure improvements.

The Mariners beat the White Sox 8-6, with Julio Rodríguez's three-run homer being key. Josh Naylor also contributed with a two-run homer. George Kirby pitched six innings, and despite some bullpen issues, Seattle secured the win.

The U.S. Coast Guard report blames OceanGate and CEO Stockton Rush for the preventable Titan submersible implosion due to safety protocol breaches and a toxic workplace culture.

K9 Griff helped apprehend Alberto Gamboa-Mendez, who led deputies on a chase in Beaverton and had multiple charges, including aggravated identity theft and reckless driving.