Pierce County is seeking volunteers to write contra arguments for the 2024 Local Voters’ Pamphlet. Residents can apply if they are registered voters in the jurisdiction.

Fire crews contained an Auburn brush fire to 4-5 acres after initial reports of 45 acres; it downed a shed and trailer, caused power shutoffs, and impacted traffic. No injuries were reported.

The Thurston County Board of County Commissioners subcommittee is discussing details and financial strategies for renovating the Courthouse Campus, focusing on operational expenses and exploring various funding options.

A suspect was arrested and residents evacuated after he violated a non-contact order, barricaded himself, and set fire to an apartment complex in South Seattle.

Seattle Police arrested multiple individuals at a South Lake Union hotel for various offenses, recovered four firearms, narcotics, and a stolen vehicle.

Six individuals, including former credit union employee Aneicia Ford, are accused of a bank fraud scheme that led to over $345,000 being stolen from customer accounts. They face conspiracy, bank fraud, and identity theft charges.

Denny Park's off-leash area in Seattle will be closed on August 21st for tree maintenance by the Urban Forestry team, with educational opportunities for the public. Other nearby OLAs will remain open.

Seattle police arrested two armed suspects and recovered stolen items, including firearms and a vehicle, in South Seattle.

Seattle celebrates a year since expanding its Affordable Seattle program, making public benefits more accessible, with CiviForm reducing application time and aiding thousands of residents, particularly low-income and non-English speaking households.

A man was fatally shot in Pierce County, and a relative assaulting a deputy during the investigation led to an arrest for third-degree assault. The PCSO is seeking information on the suspect.

The City of Kirkland is hosting a job fair for openings in their Parks and Community Services Department, offering various community service and recreational positions.

Seattle Home Fairs will offer free advice on various topics including landslide preparation and rental rules, with in-person events scheduled for October 2024.

A Kirkland home was destroyed by fire, with no injuries reported, thanks to neighbor Kyle Eskelin, who alerted his girlfriend and her daughter, saving them.