The King Conservation District and Seattle have awarded $700,000 in grants to ten organizations for projects addressing environmental and climate disparities.

Snohomish County closed a section of Index-Galena Rd due to flood damage, with no clear timeline for reopening. Repair challenges are compounded by winter conditions.

Deputies shot and killed a man in Puyallup after responding to a report of a suspicious vehicle; no deputies were injured, and an investigation is underway.

Kent Police issued safety tips for pet owners during the holidays, highlighting risks from decorations, candles, holiday foods, and plants. They also advised on preventing pet escape and provided emergency poison helpline numbers.

Deputies in Pierce County responded to a report involving a suspicious vehicle and a man firing a shot. The man was later shot by deputies and pronounced deceased. An investigation by the Pierce County Force Investigation Team is underway.

A woman died after being hit by an SUV in Kent. The accident occurred while she crossed the street, not using a crosswalk. The 55-year-old driver cooperated with police; no signs of reckless driving or intoxication were found.

Seattle's forecast includes a mostly cloudy week with mild temperatures, patchy fog, and increasing chance of rain towards New Year's Day, per the National Weather Service.

The Seattle Police Department invites residents to discuss public safety concerns at Rainier Beach on January 14, aiming to improve community-police relations.

Two women and a dispatcher were injured in a shooting outside and inside the Shoshone County Sheriff's Office in Wallace, Idaho; the suspect was fatally shot by officers.

The NWS forecasts a sunny day in Seattle with a high of 42 degrees, turning to cloudy skies and a low of 34 degrees at night. The weather will continue with mild temperatures and mostly cloudy skies throughout the week.

The King County Sheriff's Office's "Operation Eastbound and Down" led to significant arrests and drug seizures from the Sinaloa Cartel's local operations in Washington State.

Auburn offers flood recovery resources and urges affected residents and businesses to report damages. Aid includes cleanup help and potential federal assistance. The deadline for damage reports is December 28.

Seattle faces a wet and windy Christmas week with advisories for minor coastal flooding and high winds causing potential power outages and travel disruptions.