Travis Ward was arrested in Vancouver for a Halloween shooting at a mall after a lead directed SWAT to his location. He faces murder and assault charges. Community tips, particularly via Facebook, significantly aided the investigation.

Seattle's weeklong forecast predicts persistent clouds and rain with temperatures in the low to mid-50s, requiring umbrellas and raincoats for residents.

Bellevue updates its budget progress and CIP plan, focusing on public input and sustainability. The City Council also plans to dissolve the Library Advisory Board and explores mandatory minimum sentences for misdemeanors.

The East Marginal Way Corridor Improvement Project in Seattle is advancing, affecting traffic with detours and temporarily rerouting cyclists and pedestrians through carefully planned paths. Completion is expected in spring 2026.

Police found a woman dead and a child unharmed in a car in Vancouver; the Major Crime Team is investigating, and the community awaits further details.

Vancouver Police continue to investigate a mall shooting that left one man dead and two injured. The suspect, who wore a Halloween mask, is still at large.

Snohomish County is seeking four volunteers for the ADA Public Right-of-Way Advisory Committee to advise on accessibility for those with disabilities. Applications are due by December 11, 2024.

Marine Area 11 in Washington opens for winter crabbing, starting Nov. 4, under sustainable management practices, with specific catch limits and licensing requirements.

Seattle is expected to experience a rainy weekend with continuous precipitation into early next week, temperatures in the low 50s, and light winds, as per the National Weather Service.

Snohomish County seeks four volunteers for its ADA Public Right-of-Way Advisory Committee to ensure accessible sidewalks and crosswalks. Applications are due December 11.

Kirkland City Council will meet on November 6 to discuss a range of topics including Winterfest funding, a Transportation Plan, and city budget matters, with options to attend in person or via Zoom.

Washington's WDFW is starting drone surveys for wildlife monitoring in Skagit, Snohomish, and Whatcom counties to improve data collection on swan and goose populations from October until December 2026.

Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife installs bear-resistant food lockers to prevent bear-human conflicts in northeast Washington camping areas.