As Seattleites move into micro‑units and tiny homes, storage rentals are filling the gap—industry data and local groups say demand and costs are shifting.

The City of Lynnwood offers a free workshop on government contracting for small businesses, aiming to clarify procurement for services and provide networking opportunities.

Registered nurses from Tacoma General and Mary Bridge held informational pickets on Friday after contract talks with MultiCare stalled, pressing for NICU ratios, staffing protections and better pay.

Cafe Revy, a luxury mobile matcha and coffee bar from Vika Galanesi, plans a February debut in the Seattle area with specialty matcha lattes and classic coffee.

Below‑normal snowpack has forced Washington resorts to limit terrain and delay openings, straining winter recreation and local businesses.

DekaBank says Blackstone let leaks rot Seattle’s Exchange Building, citing roughly $17.2M in immediate repairs and $13.1M in reserves in a lawsuit filed this month.

Andre Justice Atwater received a 27-month sentence for unlawful possession of a machine gun in Seattle, stemming from a BB-gun incident that unveiled his firearms operation, including 'ghost guns' and 'Glock switches.'

Washington Secretary of State Steve Hobbs announced the certification of Initiative IL26-638, related to student athletics in K-12 schools, which legislators may pass, send to public vote, or leave for certification.

DNR and WSU are hosting three educational events for forest landowners to learn about forest stewardship, including wildfire preparation and forest health management.

Battle Ground police arrested a 41‑year‑old man on suspicion of raping a 14‑year‑old; detectives say the investigation began in 2022 and other victims may exist.

A manhunt is under way in Port Orchard after a homeowner was shot in the foot. Deputies say 35-year-old Kenneth Earl McLeod is armed, dangerous and on the run.

Pierce County deputies say a 60-year-old Puyallup woman has been missing since Jan. 11 and her car was found near Bradley Lake Park. Authorities believe she may be in danger and are asking neighbors to check surveillance.

Raising Cane's will open its first Seattle restaurant in the U District on Feb. 17, with more than 100 crew expected at the 4345 University Way NE location.