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.

Turkfest returns to Seattle Center on October 11-12, offering a free celebration of Turkish and Turkic heritage with music, dance, food, and various cultural activities.

A man was killed by a train in Kent, leading to an investigation and traffic disruptions. Local authorities and emergency services responded to the scene and later reopened the affected rail crossings.

A Puyallup High School cross-country runner was seriously injured after being hit by a truck. The community is responding with calls for traffic safety measures.

Tacoma City Council sponsors "Trick or Streets" to close neighborhood streets for safe Halloween and Dia de los Muertos celebrations, as part of efforts to enhance pedestrian safety and community enjoyment.

Tacoma City Council passed an ordinance to enhance youth participation in government by creating 'Emerging Leader' positions for individuals aged 16 to 24.

A felon was arrested for smoking fentanyl and unlawfully possessing a loaded gun in Seattle's Capitol Hill. He claimed to have found the gun and has a history of convictions.

Seattle is expected to have a series of rainy days, with the National Weather Service forecasting increased chances of rain and cloudy skies, and temperatures around 61 degrees. Rainfall is likely to persist into the Columbus Day weekend.

Issaquah promotes eco-volunteering through programs like Green Issaquah, offering opportunities in park restoration, sustainability campaigns, and emergency response training.

Marysville is offering grants for projects aiding vulnerable residents, focusing on public facilities, infrastructure, and services for the homeless and low-income groups.