One person died in a house fire in Bellevue; authorities are investigating the cause. Firefighters responded quickly, but the house was fully engulfed. The victim's identity is not released yet.

North Bend is commencing the Sidewalk Gap Removal project on September 2 to enhance pedestrian safety by filling in missing sidewalks and adding stormwater systems.

Governor Ferguson issued an emergency proclamation for the White River Bridge repairs and is seeking federal funds to assist with costs. Repair efforts and structural assessments are underway to reopen the bridge quickly.

Washington's Commissioner of Public Lands, Dave Upthegrove, preserves 77,000 acres of forests, shifting away from traditional timber harvest towards carbon credits and sustainable practices.

Attorneys General from 23 states won a lawsuit to release federal education funds withheld by the Trump administration.

An audit report reveals significant issues in DCHS's grant funding program, including inadequate controls, risking fraud and mismanagement as allocations grew rapidly.

The student who brought a loaded gun to Arlington High School will not be returning, after a mutual decision between the district and the family. Parents had expressed concerns about safety.

The FBI's ongoing search for accused murderer and kidnapper Travis Decker involves extensive efforts in Washington's challenging terrain, no confirmation of Decker's status after three months.

Pierce County is hosting an Alzheimer's Dementia Awareness Conference in Tacoma, WA, on September 20th, featuring talks, panels, and resources for patients, families, and caregivers.

Container ship captain arrested in Seattle for intoxication; Coast Guard boarded MSC Jubilee IX, confirming the captain's impairment six times the legal limit.

A man was shot in the hand during an attempted robbery in Seattle's Belltown. The suspect fled, and the victim is expected to recover. Police are investigating the incident.

Mariners pitcher Bryan Woo delivered a standout performance, pitching seven innings for a 3-2 win against the Athletics, with support from Suárez, Naylor, and Polanco's home runs. Woo's consistency has drawn historic comparisons.

Seattle Police arrested a 55-year-old man for assaulting a woman in the city's Chinatown-International District, with evidence from surveillance footage.