A federal class action says Bellevue‑based Valve turned paid loot boxes into an alleged illegal gambling system that funneled real money through marketplaces. The suit follows a New York AG case.

A winter weather advisory will bring 1–6 inches to Snohomish and northern King foothills Monday–Tuesday, risking slick roads and travel delays.

Gov. Bob Ferguson shared photos of a bill-signing he says will remove state barriers to speed Seattle affordable rental projects. The post names Rep. Julia Reed as sponsor.

Tacoma firefighters chased a string of small blazes in central Tacoma Sunday night that officials say appear to have been set deliberately.

Grasslands Barbecue lands in Interbay for a three‑day pop‑up with thousands of pounds of smoked meat and frozen brisket packs — but expect long lines and early sellouts.

Auburn's Sonora Carne Asada House plans a Hillman City outpost at 5901 Rainier Ave S, bringing its asada tacos and mesquite-smoked al pastor to the Rainier Valley.

Three orcas were reported deep inside Elliott Bay on Monday near the Port’s container wharves. Local sighting networks and state agencies urge safe distancing and reporting.

A NWS dust‑storm warning swept west‑central Grant County, producing near‑zero visibility on I‑90 between George and Moses Lake.

A 33-year-old man was arrested early Sunday after crews found a pile of garbage burning outside an apartment on the 1200 block of South 11th Street; one resident was treated at the scene.

Seattle Fire says crews are responding to a reported blaze on the 1700 block of Belmont Ave and urged people to avoid the area.

Bellevue has pledged $12 million to Imagine Housing to build 100 affordable, family‑sized apartments on land owned by St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church. The award pairs city policy changes with regional trust‑fund support.

A 911 caller reported a bomb threat at Renton's Valley Medical Center Sunday evening. Port of Seattle K‑9 teams searched the hospital, found nothing and operations resumed.

Flames tore through several U‑Haul trucks at a Ballard rental lot on NW Leary Way early Monday. No injuries were reported and investigators are probing possible propane involvement.