A leashed pitbull attacked and killed a disabled dog in Kitsap County, with three other pitbulls joining in. Eight people were injured, and the dogs' owner is under investigation.

Snohomish County communities receive $3.3 million for road safety from the Safe Streets and Roads for All program, supported by Senator Maria Cantwell.

Trooper Tara-Marysa Guting of the Washington State Patrol was killed on duty. There are no arrests, as the incident appears unintentional; a procession honored her service.

A former real estate broker was convicted of running a fraudulent investment scheme, facing multiple charges including wire fraud and money laundering.

The NWS in Seattle warns of landslide risks in Western Washington due to heavy rainfall, with recent landslides already reported and more rain expected.

Andrey A. Balun pleaded guilty to trafficking stolen goods through Amazon and eBay with partner Vitaliy F. Bobak; their Washington storefront served as a front for the $4.5 million operation. Over 74,000 seized items were sold online internationally.

Emergency repairs on State Route 410 in Enumclaw are scheduled to start after floodwaters damaged the eastbound lane near milepost 26, with a temporary bypass in place and warnings of travel delays.

The Seattle Office for Civil Rights recapped their 2025 efforts to protect civil rights, despite national challenges, focusing on local values and equity.

WSDOT starts emergency repairs on a section of US 2 east of Skykomish due to severe washouts and mudslides. Granite Construction works on clearing debris and fixing streambeds over a 30-day period.

Seattle faces severe rain, prompting the NWS to issue flood and landslide warnings for King, Lewis, and Pierce counties, with concerns for the Green and White Rivers.

Crystal Mountain Resort opens for the season on Dec. 20 with limited operations due to recent heavy snowfalls and weather disruptions. Visitors require parking reservations due to highway damage.

Frontier Airlines will cease operations at Paine Field in Everett, Washington starting January 5, 2026, following a brief service period. Alaska Airlines plans to expand service at the airport to fill the gap.

Whidbey Island residents in Washington state are dealing with extended power outages after a severe windstorm, relying on generators and community support as crews aim to restore electricity.