Seattle provides options for residents to enjoy water activities without owning a boat, including kayak and SUP rentals at various locations like Seacrest Park and Lake Union Park.

Seattle celebrated Independence Day by welcoming over 500 new citizens, highlighting the city's diverse population and commitment to immigrant inclusion and support amid national debates on citizenship.

Snohomish County seeks affordable housing project applications, offering federal and local funds. Information sessions are scheduled for July 2025, with an application deadline of August 15, 2025.

The DNR is investigating the human-caused Red Bridge Road fire in Kittitas County and seeks public help, following 53 acres burned and structures damaged.

A federal judge issued a temporary restraining order preventing the removal of the Merlos family, detained in Ferndale, to allow them access to legal counsel.

Pierce County is conducting a pre-election audit of its voting system on July 17, open to the public, to ensure the accuracy and integrity of the upcoming election. Voters are assured of the security and trustworthiness of the electoral process.

Seattle City Council expands chronic nuisance ordinance to address crime at late-night venues, adding liquor violations and dealing with stolen goods as offenses.

Seattle Councilmember Rivera backs Washington joining a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Education for withholding $7 billion in education grants.

Matt Jones is appointed as the new director of Washington's Department of Enterprise Services by Governor Ferguson, bringing 18 years of experience to the role.

Matt Jones is appointed as the new director of Washington State's Department of Enterprise Services by Governor Bob Ferguson, bringing nearly two decades of experience within the department.

Seattle enhances transit security with new initiatives, funded by a levy and transit measure, including additional Transit Security Officers and safety programs.

Seattle is under a heat advisory with expected temperatures in the mid 90s; residents are advised to stay hydrated and indoors to avoid heat-related illnesses.

Former U.S. soldier Cameron Wagenius pleaded guilty to running a cyber extortion scheme that targeted telecom companies, facing up to 20 years in prison.