Seattle is seeking members for its Renters' Commission to shape policies affecting renters. Applications are open until March 2, with an emphasis on diverse representation.

Tacoma announces street closures starting February 9 due to Residential Street Restoration Program maintenance, affecting South 4th, 5th, and 7th Streets until mid-March.

WSDOT completed major construction on US 101 to improve fish movement, replacing barriers with bridges and culverts, enhancing habitat across six locations.

Seattle police officer was injured while detaining a felon found with a firearm during a patrol in Mt. Baker. The suspect, on federal probation, was charged with firearm possession.

Federal Way celebrated the opening of Booker House, a new 86-unit permanent supportive housing site named for Harold G. Booker. The building pairs units with on-site health and support services.

Tacoma Arts Live announced it will close after the 202526ndash;26 season and put the Tacoma Armory up for sale. Education programs serving thousands will continue under a new structure.

A child was pulled from a tree well in a video shared by local TV; safety groups say these incidents can be deadly and urge skiers to stay in visual contact.

Marysville's Mayor Jon Nehring is set to deliver a State of the City presentation, inviting residents to engage in person or online to learn about city progress and plans.

Seattle police posted a video showing an apparent felon discarding suspected narcotics and cash. The clip was captured by the city’s Real Time Crime Center and has prompted privacy questions.

Snohomish County and state health officials are urging immediate MMR shots for unvaccinated 1–17‑year‑olds after a local outbreak. The advisory explains age limits and timing for second doses.

A Baby Shoppe owner in downtown Kirkland shared video showing distraction tactics used to steal a $650 stroller; police are investigating and neighbors are on alert.

SB 6286 would let Washington fine private ICE detention centers in Tacoma that block state health inspections, with penalties that could rise to $15,000 per day.

The Olympia Fire Department has launched an all in-house Fire Academy for 2026 to train recruits with mentorship from the OFD team, showcasing the initiative through a supportive Facebook post.