HBO and NFL Films will follow the Seattle Seahawks at their Renton VMAC in a five-episode Hard Knocks season beginning Aug. 11. The series promises behind-the-scenes access to coach Mike Macdonald and stars like Sam Darnold and Jaxon Smith‑Njigba.

Kemper Development landed a $238M refinancing on Lincoln Square North, anchored by TikTok, signaling investor confidence in Bellevue's office market.

Renton’s pavilion has been transformed into a year‑round indoor market after a roughly $10M renovation, with Logan Market LLC preparing vendor build‑outs for a mid‑summer opening.

Washington enacted its first statewide rules for license-plate readers, but privacy advocates say amendments left risky exceptions. The law limits some uses but allows others critics call dangerous.

A two-way protected bike lane on Yesler Way is open, linking the waterfront with downtown and ferry access while changing parking and loading patterns.

A domestic-violence call on Glen Drive left an 18-year-old woman dead; police arrested a 19-year-old and say the death was ruled a strangulation. The investigation is ongoing.

Sunrise Play Café opens in April at 204 St. Helens Ave. with a 1,400‑sq‑ft playscape, day passes, memberships and a cafe serving coffee, beer and mimosas.

A person pulled from Green Lake on Monday was pronounced dead at the scene; police and the medical examiner were notified and an investigation is underway.

A viral clip shows a dog sprinting across Sea‑Tac’s tarmac in January before airport crews and the owner secured it. Airport officials say escapes are rare.

A 17-year-old was killed and four other teens were seriously injured when an SUV ran off Northeast McWilliams Road in East Bremerton; deputies are investigating.

Clear Tuesday morning, but rain arrives after midnight with a Gale Watch for coastal waters. Expect a wet Wednesday commute and mountain pass snow.

A 160‑unit Redmond apartment building sold for $78M to national buyer Bell Partners. The six‑story property, built in 2016 and listed as Bell River Trail, remains open for leasing.

Rockwool has begun work on a large stone‑wool plant at Wallula Gap that promises jobs and West‑Coast production while raising big questions about power, traffic and supply chains.