Bellevue is hosting an Innovation Exchange to showcase technological advancements for improving city services, featuring talks, partnerships, and an e-waste drive in October.

The West Coast Health Alliance criticizes ACIP recommendations on the MMRV vaccine, citing concerns about access for children in the VFC program and parental choice.

Thurston County's second annual Resource Hub Block Party provided community services to over 400 locals, supported by evergreenDIRECT Credit Union, 175 partners, and offering services including vaccinations and housing help.

Snoqualmie allocates $316,412 to fund non-profits for essential services like food, shelter, and medical care, relying on partnerships due to lacking a city Human Services Department.

Thurston County officials are working on cost-cutting measures for the 2026 budget to address a structural deficit and find long-term funding for mandates.

Seattle's City-Tribal Nations Summit featured collaborative planning with Tribal leaders, proposing over $9M in the city's 2026 budget for Native-focused projects like housing and healthcare.

Pierce County experienced a violent weekend with multiple shootings, a homeowner's self-defense homicide, two high-speed pursuits involving a drug dealer and a teen, and subsequent arrests.

Megan Peyton is appointed by Clark County Council to the District Court bench, replacing retiring Judge Kelli E. Osler.

Bellevue is advancing its BelRed Arts District with two community-enhancing projects by BRIDGE Housing and Su Development focused on affordable housing and cultural spaces.

Washington AG Nick Brown filed an amicus brief supporting D.C.'s challenge to Trump's National Guard deployments, arguing it's unconstitutional and threatens democratic principles.

Secretary of State Steve Hobbs promotes National Voter Registration Day at Washington State University and urges citizens to register for the upcoming election.

Seattle forecasts a sunny day with a high of 86°F, shifting to clear skies and 59°F at night. The pleasant weather is expected to continue, with a chance of weekend rain.

A man was fatally shot in self-defense by a homeowner, prompting an investigation by the Pierce County Sheriff's Department. No charges have been filed.