Burien's National Welcoming Week celebrates diversity with events for all. The city council will officially declare the period as Welcoming Week with activities planned, including a community event on September 14.

Burien is celebrating National Welcoming Week from September 13-22 to embrace its diverse community, concluding with a public event on September 14 featuring cultural activities.

A man was injured in an early morning drive-by shooting in Spanaway, leaving the local community concerned. The incident, with no suspects in custody yet, is under investigation.

Wil Johnson has been appointed as Snohomish County's Chief DEI Officer, bringing his experience from educational and community roles to lead the Office of Social Justice.

A man was arrested in Puyallup after threatening people with a hatchet and machete on Riverwalk Trail, prompting police response with a helicopter and K-9 unit.

Kent Police search for juveniles linked to the fatal assault of a 56-year-old man, who died weeks after the attack. Public's help is sought to identify the assailants.

Washington State Ferries schedules virtual meetings to discuss summer travel and service issues, inviting public interaction and offering online resources for community engagement.

The National Weather Service in Seattle predicts overcast skies and scattered rain showers throughout the week, with mixed weather conditions and consistent mid-60s temperatures.

The Seattle Christmas Market at the Seattle Center is returning with an extra week (Nov 21-Dec 24). Tickets are on sale with a $5 discount. The market features over 80 vendors, new attractions, and festive dining options. It's closed on Nov 28.

Green River Killer, Gary Ridgway, was transferred to King County Jail in Seattle for reasons not disclosed, reawakening the distress from his past murders of 48 women.

Burien is seeking a new police chief with community involvement in the selection process, emphasizing racial equity. Ted Boe has left after six years. Tom Calabrese is the interim chief.

Bellevue Botanical Garden will host the Lost Bird Project, an art installation with bronze sculptures representing five extinct North American birds, to spark conservation awareness.

Bellevue has developed an Electric Vehicle Roadmap aiming for 25% EV adoption by 2030 and 100% by 2050. The plan involves expanding infrastructure, enhancing policies, and soliciting public feedback on its approach to sustainability.