The National Weather Service has a winter weather advisory for the foothills and valleys of Pierce and southern King counties through 11 a.m. Saturday; expect a light coating of snow and slick roads.

A man is in custody after a woman was found shot and killed Friday in Auburn’s Lea Hill neighborhood. Detectives say the scene is under investigation and they don’t believe the public is at risk.

NWS has issued a flood warning for Thurston County as the Skookumchuck River near Bucoda rises toward moderate flooding through late Sunday morning.

A 66‑year‑old Puyallup man was killed in a hit‑and‑run on U.S. 12 near Packwood; troopers are seeking witnesses.

Pierce County's new K9, Deebo, tracked two burglary suspects through fences and water, helping deputies recover a dropped tool bag and make arrests after a homeowner's 911 call.

Legacy Development plans to convert part of the SpringHill Suites at 1800 Yale into TownePlace Suites extended‑stay rooms, creating a dual‑branded Marriott hotel in downtown Seattle.

Ben Shuldiner plans to pare Seattle Public Schools’ central office, letting positions go unfilled to redirect funds and simplify decision-making amid a multimillion-dollar gap.

Westbound I‑90 at Easton is shut after multiple crashes; eastbound requires chains for all but AWD. Expect delays and checkpoints over Snoqualmie Pass.

Unemployment filings are rising in Washington and delays have left claimants waiting weeks for payments. A call‑center pilot boosted processing but many still wait.

A person was struck and killed on SR 395 north of Connell on Thursday; the Washington State Patrol located a vehicle at the scene and is investigating.

A Sea‑Tac ramp worker reached a reported $11M settlement after a baggage‑tug crash that led to an amputation and renewed questions about ramp safety at the airport.

Rustica Grille opened last Wednesday at the Port Orchard Public Market, replacing The Dock and serving steaks, bison burgers and country-style breakfasts. The new spot aims to serve both early risers and evening diners.

Police and neighbors reported gunfire at 35th Ave SW and SW Barton; officers found evidence and a gas‑station customer discovered a bullet hole in his car. Detectives are processing the scene and asking for tips.