Seattle's SDCI rescinded two fire wall continuity interpretations, eyeing amendments to the 2024 Seattle Building Code for clarity, with stakeholder input encouraged in upcoming meetings.

The WDFW initiated the 2025 coastal commercial Dungeness crab season after ensuring crabs met the 23% meat recovery rate, important for a valuable industry in Washington.

WSU's LGBTQ+ Center celebrates its 30th anniversary with a reception, exhibit on activism history, and a drag show.

Seattle City Councilmember Alexis Mercedes Rinck proposes the Select Committee on Federal Administration and Policy Changes to address federal policy impact on the city.

Local law enforcement officers visited Thrive preschool for educational play as part of the Jr. Deputies program aimed at fostering positive police perceptions.

Mayor Bruce Harrell highlighted achievements in Seattle's 2024 initiatives, including affordable housing, public safety, and infrastructure, and plans to continue progress in 2025.

Washington joined 22 states in legal action against a Trump administration directive to freeze federal financial assistance, which could impact vital state programs.

Tacoma Police Chief Avery Moore has resigned after a 35-year law enforcement career, emphasizing his commitment to community policing and thanking his team and the community.

The North Bend community engaged in various local events, including a charity pub crawl, a city council meeting, and free youth heart screenings, while also focusing on civic activities and infrastructure updates.

Sammamish suspends Ziply Fiber permits over community concerns regarding installation disruptions, prioritizing city's infrastructure integrity and resident quality of life.

Seattle gears up for Lunar New Year with events including craft activities and martial arts at Pacific Place, a cultural parade in Bellevue, and Microsoft’s festival with food and games in Redmond.

State AGs, led by Washington's Nick Brown, oppose a Trump-era DOJ memo compelling local law enforcement into immigration duties, citing constitutional limits and federalism principles established in Printz v. United States.

CWU alumni serve as in-demand bilingual school psychologists in Central Washington, opting to aid their home communities despite nationwide opportunities.