Get the latest local stories in your inbox.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
A Seattle man faces first-degree murder charges after the May 24 shooting death of Marcus Pressley outside a Kent apartment complex. Prosecutors say the killing was allegedly premeditated and retaliatory.
A 66-year-old man pulled from the water near the Fauntleroy ferry dock in West Seattle later died, Seattle Fire said. Authorities have not released his name as investigations continue.
A Seattle father accepted a $150,000 settlement after his 7-year-old son was pepper-sprayed at a downtown 2020 protest, closing a high-profile civil-rights case.
Federal prosecutors say two sisters used a 'gift card sequencing' scheme to steal more than $80,000 from a national retailer. One sister is jailed pending trial; the other was released on recognizance.
A 63-year-old driver died after his sedan crossed into oncoming traffic and hit a dump truck on 23rd Avenue Wednesday morning; detectives with SPD's traffic squad are asking witnesses to come forward.
Police blocked a section of High Point Drive SW after reports of gunfire; a driver says a bullet pierced their pickup's windshield. Investigators canvassed the block and are seeking video and witnesses.
A late-night condo fire in northeast Bellevue forced crews to pull back after a partial roof collapse; all residents escaped and no injuries were reported.
Wenatchee police identified Cassondra Andrews‑Huff as the May 30 homicide victim. A juvenile has been arrested and officers found notes and materials investigators say may link the suspect to local fires.
Sap Kray, convicted in the 1997 killing of Tacoma Officer William Lowry, died last Friday while serving life in state prison. The Snohomish County medical examiner lists the cause of death as pending.
Seattle firefighters battled a house fire in the 3000 block of NW 59th Street early Wednesday; crews attacked the blaze from inside and out and initial updates were posted on X.
A shooting near the Aero Apartments in South Tacoma left one person injured Tuesday evening while officers searched the area with K‑9 units. The suspect remained at large.
A University Place standoff ended after SWAT used a drone, snipers and tear gas. Prosecutors say the 43-year-old suspect faces multiple charges and posted $35K bail.
Fire crews responded Tuesday night to a residential blaze on the 8000 block of 39th Ave NE; Seattle Fire asked people to avoid the area. Details on injuries and cause were not immediately available.
Newsletter Signup
Enter your email, choose one or more newsletters, and we will only send updates for the metros you select.
* indicates required
Select at least one newsletter.