Kent Police issued safety tips for pet owners during the holidays, highlighting risks from decorations, candles, holiday foods, and plants. They also advised on preventing pet escape and provided emergency poison helpline numbers.

Deputies in Pierce County responded to a report involving a suspicious vehicle and a man firing a shot. The man was later shot by deputies and pronounced deceased. An investigation by the Pierce County Force Investigation Team is underway.

A woman died after being hit by an SUV in Kent. The accident occurred while she crossed the street, not using a crosswalk. The 55-year-old driver cooperated with police; no signs of reckless driving or intoxication were found.

A local deputy in Burien returned a lost wallet to its owner before they realized it was missing, demonstrating attention to small details that can prevent larger issues.

US 2 Stevens Pass reopens with daytime pilot car operations starting Dec. 29, following WSDOT's clearing efforts after severe flooding caused road damage.

Seattle's forecast includes a mostly cloudy week with mild temperatures, patchy fog, and increasing chance of rain towards New Year's Day, per the National Weather Service.

The Seattle Police Department invites residents to discuss public safety concerns at Rainier Beach on January 14, aiming to improve community-police relations.

Two women and a dispatcher were injured in a shooting outside and inside the Shoshone County Sheriff's Office in Wallace, Idaho; the suspect was fatally shot by officers.

The NWS forecasts a sunny day in Seattle with a high of 42 degrees, turning to cloudy skies and a low of 34 degrees at night. The weather will continue with mild temperatures and mostly cloudy skies throughout the week.

Alexander Eugene Smith was arrested for carjacking a trooper's vehicle, leading police on a chase, and admitting to using meth prior to the incident. No injuries were reported.

Nana's Southern Kitchen in Kent continued their tradition of giving free Christmas meals to those in need, supported by community donations and volunteers, including a significant contribution from Microsoft’s Judson Althoff.

Sammamish's Transportation Master Plan guides a growing city in developing its infrastructure over 20 years, with a focus on multimodal travel and integration into the broader Capital Improvement Plan.

Bellevue TV's "Lake to Lake" shares holiday light repair tips, reports on new heat pumps at Silver Glen, highlights the installation of a defibrillator at Robinswood Park, and unveils the new Diversity Advantage plan.