The Puyallup City Council will hold a public hearing on the 2025-2026 Mid Biennial Budget on October 21, 2025, at 6:30 p.m., with remote access options available.

A court declared missing 5-year-old Oakley Carlson "legally dead," shocking her former foster mother and spurring ongoing investigations, with potential charges for a no-body homicide case against her parents, despite no formal decisions.

Kent police officer arrests 3 during a routine park check, including a man with meth and outstanding warrants.

Seattle's autumn weather forecast includes intermittent showers, fluctuating clouds and sunshine, with daytime highs increasing slightly and a mix of clear and partly cloudy skies.

RAN General Partnership and owner Rick Alamwala settled with Washington's Department of Ecology over unauthorized water use, agreeing to pay $15,000 of a $20,000 penalty and install water meters.

Snoqualmie's LTAC has opened applications for 2026 tourism project funding; local organizations can apply by October 15, 2025, using the city’s lodging sales tax revenue.

Bellevue is set to discuss housing and human services in a public hearing to aid low- and moderate-income residents, focusing on access to essentials and services.

Washington leads 19 states in a lawsuit against the DOJ over new rules that could restrict federal funding to services for non-documented immigrants who are victims of crime.

Pierce County Executive Ryan Mello signed directives for a more inclusive work environment, focusing on hiring practices and accessible information for residents.

Seattle's minimum wage will increase to $21.30/hr starting January 1, 2026, in line with inflation adjustments.

Seattle Mayor Harrell seeks a new architect for the Ballard Avenue Landmark District Board to help oversee historical preservation. Applications are due by October 27, 2025.

The new toll on State Route 509 Expressway in SeaTac ranges from $1.20 to $2.40 for vehicles with a Good To Go! pass. Non-account holders will receive a bill plus a $2 fee. Revenue supports road maintenance and future construction.

The 2025 Northern Pikeminnow Sport-Reward Fishery season end date has been extended to October 12th to allow anglers to continue catching pikeminnows, which helps protect juvenile salmon and steelhead.