Seattle's Department of Education and Early Learning announced 2025 initiatives to enhance kindergarten readiness and support educational organizations.

Seattle's SDOT uses new funding to update commercial load zones with smart sensors, aiming to reduce unauthorized parking and improve delivery efficiency.

Lummi Nation man Joseph M. Jefferson is convicted of federal assault by strangulation after a seven-day trial and 90-minute jury deliberation. Sentencing is set for April 2025.

Snohomish County improved its online maps with enhanced functionality and speed, catering to local needs for geographic data like zoning and land use.

Seattle's forecast includes a mix of clouds and sun with occasional showers, daytime temperatures in the low to mid-40s, and chilly nights near freezing.

Washington inspectors stopped two mussel-infested tugboats, preventing ecological harm and highlighting the need for public vigilance and state funding to combat invasive species.

Jim Lopez won the inaugural "Chamber’s Gesa Kirklander of the Year Award" for his notable contributions to Kirkland as Deputy City Manager for External Affairs.

Seattle University celebrates Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s legacy through discussions on justice and hope at their annual MLK event with a keynote by Professor Dr. Lerone A. Martin.

A man was killed by a freight train on Seattle Waterfront; police investigated but did not pursue a criminal case.

A woman's death in Renton is being treated as a homicide, with her son arrested as the suspect. The community is shocked, recalling recent concerns about the son.

A man was arrested for burglary after breaking into a garage in Pierce County, causing the homeowners to call 911. Deputies responded and apprehended the suspect who had tools for burglary.

Shoreline is developing an ADA Transition Plan for park facilities and seeks public input to enhance accessibility for those with disabilities. Residents can contribute via an online survey until February 28, 2025.

Chinatown-International District in Seattle experiences vandalism on MLK Day, with a Japanese American historical exhibit defaced with paint and Bible verses.