Girmay Zahilay’s push to require in-office days by June 1 has prompted unions to warn the rollout is rushed and will run into space and contract problems.

A landslide shut northbound I-5 at milepost 249 south of Bellingham Friday morning, forcing a detour at North Lake Samish and sending crews to clear debris.

Industry and market reports show Seattle hotels’ margins were squeezed in 2025 after a sharp drop in Canadian visitors and rising operating costs. Analysts say big events in 2026 could ease the pressure.

A shooting on the 8700 block of 7th Avenue Southeast left one person injured and closed Emerson Elementary and St. Mary Magdalen on Friday.

NWS Pendleton updated a flood warning for Yakima County after the Naches River rose above bankfull; moderate flooding is possible from Cliffdell to Yakima this weekend.

One victim of a Jan. 20 stabbing and fire at a Tacoma sober‑living home has died, police say. The suspect arrested in January remains in custody as investigators update the case.

Renton police arrested a 36-year-old Tukwila man employed at Hazen High on suspicion of communicating with a minor and sexual contact; bail was set at $20,000. Detectives are seeking tips.

King County held a ceremonial groundbreaking for the RapidRide I Line Thursday, with federal help totaling roughly $99M as the project moves into construction.

Seattle police say a homicide is under investigation in the 1000 block of S Bailey Street and have asked people to avoid the area while detectives work.

Providence is seeking a buyer for Providence Health Plan, the Portland-based insurer covering roughly 440,000 members. The move could affect state employee coverage and trigger state review.

Seattle Fire crews are working to rescue a person stuck about 40 feet up on scaffolding at 14th and E Pine. Crews asked the public to avoid the area.

A man in crisis was arrested outside Seattle’s West Precinct after officers say he tried to force his way in while carrying a stun‑gun. The case has been referred to Mental Health Court.

A 63-year-old man was killed when his vehicle overturned early March 19 on Vickery Ave E, Pierce County deputies say. Investigators are on scene.