The WSDOT has reopened US 2 from Skykomish to Coles Corner, following emergency repairs due to severe flood damage. Conditions on mountain passes remain variable, and travelers are urged to stay informed.

Olympia will host a community conversation on racial healing on January 17, including speakers and activities to promote unity after Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Two skiers died in an avalanche near Longs Pass, Washington, while two were rescued. Rescuers had to overcome difficult terrain and delayed recovery due to hazardous conditions.

Seattle Police Department invites public to discuss community safety at "Our City, Our Safety" event on January 14, 2026, at Rainier Beach Community Center.

Washington State launches the Cascadia Sustainable Aviation Accelerator to promote sustainable aviation fuel development and adoption in the Pacific Northwest.

Two backcountry skiers died in an avalanche near Longs Pass, Washington, despite moderate danger forecasts; survivors alerted rescue via satellite device.

The Olympia Fire Department reflects on their role as community role models and their impact on local youth, embodying their philosophy of service and legacy as they inspire future generations.

Mo Malakoutian is elected Bellevue's new mayor, and Dave Hamilton as deputy mayor; Bellevue City Council also focuses on housing progress and arts funding.

Former Expedia employee Marcelo Vargas-Fernandez receives a four-year sentence after confessing to voyeurism and violating a protection order, involving hidden cameras in workplace bathrooms.

The National Weather Service forecasts a rainy week in Seattle with fog, and warns of potential river flooding in surrounding areas due to heavy rain.

A man was seriously injured in a shooting near Seattle's Chinatown-International District, with police investigating the connection to a disturbance at a hookah lounge.

WSDOT evaluates two options for the SR 165 Carbon River/Fairfax Bridge: replacement or closure. They are conducting environmental reviews and seeking right-of-way permits for preliminary steps.

Snohomish County extends its solid waste voucher program to Mar 19, 2026, aiding flood-impacted residents in disposing of damaged items without requiring proof of damage.