Tacoma City Council members Sandesh Sadalge and Olgy Diaz joined an amicus brief challenging the deployment of U.S. military in domestic roles, emphasizing the need for local control of law enforcement and protection of democratic principles.

Seattle's weather forecast includes showers and cloudy skies, with a high chance of rain today and over the weekend, and potential sun by Columbus Day.

Lake Stevens calls for applicants to join its Planning Commission, an advisory body on city planning issues. Meetings are held monthly, with eligibility requirements for residents. Applications are due by October 24, 2025, at 5 p.m.

Seattle is set for traffic disruptions due to sports events and roadworks on I-5 and I-405, with closures and lane reductions impacting travel over the weekend of Oct. 10.

Washington's Cap-and-Invest Program sees success with $220m raised from a pre-compliance carbon allowance auction, reflecting market confidence in the state's climate policy.

A 40-year-old man was seriously injured in a South Seattle shooting near South Winthrop St. and Cheasty Blvd. South. Authorities are seeking public assistance for the ongoing investigation.

Snoqualmie clarified that Mike Bailey remains the fire chief after a media outlet wrongly reported a vacancy, which prompted the city's response and correction.

Tacoma's City Council has updated their Multi-Family Tax Exemption Program to enhance housing affordability and stimulate economic growth. The changes, effective November 7, 2025, aim to support lower-income renters and housing stability.

Tacoma starts preservation of its Municipal Building to fix decades of damage, costing over $20M, with a $4.5M Phase 1 funded for east/west facades by 2026.

Washington State approves transferring state land to Pierce County for affordable housing development, enabling the creation of up to 24 homes for working families.

A coalition led by AG Nick Brown opposes President Trump's National Guard deployment in Oregon, filing an amicus brief supporting state sovereignty and against federal overreach.

Washington State transfers a half-acre of land to Pierce County for affordable housing development, as announced by the Department of Natural Resources. The decision aims to address housing shortages and support community services.

Washington State DNR offers a new notification service for prescribed burns, allowing residents to sign up for alerts via email or text about controlled fires in selected areas.