Opening statements began Thursday in Kent as jurors heard surveillance and court filings in the trial of Aaron Myers, accused of killing 17-year-old Hazrat Ali Rohani in Renton. Prosecutors say video and records will show Myers fired multiple times; the defense says he feared the teens were armed.

Seattle Fire rushed to a residential blaze on the 10200 block of 44th Ave SW Thursday; crews asked people to avoid the area while multiple units operated on scene.

West Pierce crews knocked down an apartment blaze on the 3100 block of Bridgeport Way W after a second alarm was called for access issues. Crews have the fire under control.

A 23-year-old man was shot on SE Carr Road in Renton Thursday night; detectives processed the scene and police asked anyone with information to call 911.

Sound Transit will roll out paid parking permits at three north‑end stations starting May 1, offering monthly and one‑day reserved spots plus discounts for reduced‑fare riders.

State securities investigators allege AI‑generated trading signals and fake platforms stole nearly $10 million from investors. Regulators have filed charges and are seeking cease‑and‑desist orders.

Seattle used the 32nd pick to take Notre Dame running back Jadarian Price, adding one‑cut explosiveness and return ability to a backfield in flux. The rookie now joins a crowded room and will compete for early snaps during OTAs and camp.

Doug Martin, the Vikings' 1980 first-round pick and a fierce pass rusher in the 1980s, died at 68. Teammates and the team are remembering his leadership and sack-producing seasons.

Gov. Bob Ferguson vetoed $500,000 to extend a retail‑theft pilot supporters say produced prosecutions, diversion options and improved local coordination. Lawmakers and retailers are pushing back.

Tacoma police say a person was taken to a hospital and pronounced dead. Detectives are investigating and say no suspects are in custody.

Alaska and American Airlines are in preliminary talks to expand their West Coast partnership into international joint ventures, a move that would broaden Seattle’s direct global links. Regulators and courts will be watching closely.

Tacoma five-star Oliviyah “Big Oh” Edwards committed to South Carolina after reopening her recruitment; she averaged roughly 30 points and 22 rebounds as a senior.

Court documents reviewed by KING 5 describe an alleged trafficking operation at the Baymont Inn in Bremerton; detectives say two suspects were arrested in Tennessee and returned to Kitsap County.