WSDOT announces 'Conechella,' a major series of highway closures in the Puget Sound region for construction from Aug. 22-25, advising travelers to plan for delays.

A pedestrian was hit and killed early Wednesday by a pickup truck on SR 167 in Puyallup; a garbage truck may also have been involved. Drivers cooperated with the investigation.

Washington Governor Bob Ferguson asserts the state's commitment to protecting immigrants against what he views as harsh federal policies, despite potential legal threats from U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi.

The Washington Department of Ecology fined the USPS $33,000 for improper handling of hazardous waste at its Seattle Bulk Mail Center, with repeated failures noted since 2018.

Tacoma partners with Crown Castle to pilot a less disruptive fiber optic cable installation method, potentially increasing safety and reducing environmental impact.

Seattle's weather is clearing up to sunny skies with highs around 74°F today, increasing to the mid-80s by the weekend, with calm and clear nights in the low 60s.

Snohomish County announces the "Ninth Annual A Night To Remember, A Time To Act," including a resource fair and vigil on August 28, to honor those lost to addiction.

Latest county job market data released by the Employment Security Department, detailing unemployment rates and sector employment changes, is available on their website.

A man was stabbed under an overpass in Green Lake, Seattle; police found him injured and transferred him to a hospital. The assailant remains unidentified, and an investigation is ongoing.

Attorneys general from 18 states oppose the Department of Education's policy changes affecting school mental health services, arguing it hinders psychologists' roles and complicates grant processes.

Washington State Department of Health revoked or suspended health care licenses for failing to meet standards.

State and local firefighters collaborate to combat the Sun Country Fire in Washington, initiated by State Patrol Chief Batiste. The fire threatens homes and a hatchery, prompting Level 1 and 2 evacuations. The cause is under investigation.

A semi-truck collided with the White River Bridge on SR 410, causing a shutdown. No injuries were reported, but the bridge's structural integrity is being evaluated.