Seattle police arrested 10 individuals, seized drugs, and impounded vehicles in a narcotics sting in Belltown and Little Saigon, with some officers sustaining minor injuries.

Seattle City Council voted 6-0 for new safety regulations for after-hours lounges to address nightlife violence. The ordinance requires lounges to maintain licenses, employ security, install cameras, draft a safety plan, and allow police access.

Washington's Democratic leaders propose a new revenue program taxing the wealthy and large corporations to generate $12 billion for education and state services.

The WDFW has set the 2025-2026 Washington salmon fishing seasons, focusing on conservation and recovery of endangered stocks, with promising increases in pink salmon and quotas for Chinook and coho.

WDFW invites public comment on maintaining the endangered species listing for pinto abalone and highlights recent restoration efforts showing some positive signs.

The Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program in Snohomish County offers low-income seniors $80 benefit cards to buy local produce, with applications open until May 5, 2025.

Two women from Bremerton, WA are indicted on charges of financial fraud involving identity theft, with one pleading not guilty. Losses are estimated at $620,000 with 278 victims. Trial is set for June 16, 2025.

The Senate passed HB 1491, the Transit Oriented Development bill, aiming to boost housing near transit hubs in Washington, backed by bipartisan support and spearheaded by Rep. Julia Reed.

Seattle expects several sunny days, with temperatures ranging from lows in the 40s to highs reaching near 70 degrees, and occasional light winds, but a chance of showers appears towards the weekend.

Seattle's Mayor is seeking members for the Landmarks Preservation Board to fill four roles including an At-Large member, Historian, Finance expert, and Structural Engineer.

WSDOT seeks public input for the State Rail Plan via an online open house and survey to address Washington's transportation needs amid a population boom.

WDFW is seeking public input on maintaining the endangered status of the pinto abalone. Public comments are accepted until June 1, with a decision expected by June 2025.

Pierce County deputies dealt with multiple crimes over a weekend, including arrests after a drug-related chase and for a sexual assault warrant, as well as an intoxicated minor's incident.