Two masked men robbed the Highland Park 7-Eleven around midnight; police are reviewing surveillance and asking neighbors for tips.

A motorcyclist died Thursday evening after a collision with a tow truck on State Route 7 at 204th Street East in Spanaway. Both directions were closed while troopers investigated.

A jury convicted Mark Downey in April; he was sentenced to 26.5 years after DNA tied him to the 2024 Lake Stevens killing.

One person was arrested Thursday after a human‑trafficking probe at a Bellevue rental house. Officials released few details as detectives continue to investigate.

Two World War II–era 90mm tank projectiles were uncovered during a Tacoma home renovation; Tacoma and Army EOD teams removed them and said they lacked explosive filler.

Grant County detectives arrested 18‑year‑old Hunter Gray in Moses Lake after a probe that began when a child disclosed alleged assaults. He faces charges including second‑degree rape of a child.

Multiple gunfire reports hit West Seattle’s Delridge area on Wednesday; officers detained a person and said there were no injuries. Police are asking for tips and video.

A Washington man who pleaded guilty to molesting a 12‑year‑old from Nampa was released after roughly nine months; Idaho prosecutors declined further charges.

A pre‑dawn crash on SR 18 near I‑5 in Federal Way left one person dead and closed westbound lanes. Troopers are investigating and WSDOT travel alerts remain in place.

An early‑morning blaze at a Redmond landscaping yard destroyed two buildings and about 15 vehicles, prompting major road closures and a mutual‑aid firefighting response.

Dough Joy says burglars hit its West Seattle, Capitol Hill and Ballard shops, leaving owners shaken and demanding action from city leaders. Neighborhood groups and city funds offer some relief.

Late Wednesday, police and Seattle Fire crews responded to a shooting in Highland Park. One person suffered multiple gunshot wounds and officers checked Riverview Playfield.

A kindergarten teacher at Elk Ridge Elementary has been placed on leave after a parent reported a kiss with a 6‑year‑old; police say no crime was found and the district is investigating.