A new State of the States report finds Washington No. 1 in productivity but lagging on mental health, workforce participation and life satisfaction.

The Seahawks wrapped mandatory minicamp with a helmetless walkthrough and a private ring ceremony slated to cap the offseason; training-camp public viewings start July 25.

Amtrak now lets southbound Cascades trains finish U.S. preclearance at Vancouver’s Pacific Central Station, cutting a border stop and speeding trips for World Cup fans.

Benihana is returning to Seattle with a waterfront restaurant at Lake Union Piers, marking the chain's first full‑service comeback in the city since 2016.

A 63-year-old driver died after his sedan crossed into oncoming traffic and hit a dump truck on 23rd Avenue Wednesday morning; detectives with SPD's traffic squad are asking witnesses to come forward.

Police blocked a section of High Point Drive SW after reports of gunfire; a driver says a bullet pierced their pickup's windshield. Investigators canvassed the block and are seeking video and witnesses.

A late-night condo fire in northeast Bellevue forced crews to pull back after a partial roof collapse; all residents escaped and no injuries were reported.

Wenatchee police identified Cassondra Andrews‑Huff as the May 30 homicide victim. A juvenile has been arrested and officers found notes and materials investigators say may link the suspect to local fires.

Annie E. Casey’s KIDS COUNT finds Washington 31st in education as the state trims Transition to Kindergarten funding — advocates say roughly 2,000 early‑learning slots will go away.

Sap Kray, convicted in the 1997 killing of Tacoma Officer William Lowry, died last Friday while serving life in state prison. The Snohomish County medical examiner lists the cause of death as pending.

WSDOT says the first two miles of the SR 167 Expressway in Fife — including a diverging-diamond interchange over I-5 — are nearing staged opening.

Lake Union Concerts returns next Wednesday with paddle‑up raves and a new Dock Rock floating‑home series.

Public health warned Chief Sealth families after a student attended class while contagious with whooping cough; watch for cough symptoms and confirm vaccinations.