The U District Cherry Blossom Festival, filled with themed treats and activities, celebrates the historic cherry blossoms at the University of Washington through April 1.

A group of cyclists saved their friend from a cougar attack during a bike ride in Washington, using their quick response to fend off the animal until help arrived.

A federal judge has ordered Washington state to redraw legislative maps to create a majority-Latino district in the Yakima area, aligning with the 2024 elections.

Seattle Reign FC will retire Megan Rapinoe's No. 15 jersey during a ceremony on August 25, marking her as the club's first player to receive this honor.

A multi-vehicle collision involving motorcycles on State Route 18 near Auburn led to extended road closures and miles-long traffic delays. Two people were airlifted to the hospital.

A man in Seattle has been charged with 14 counts of indecent exposure for flashing multiple victims, including children, with police catching him after community tips and video evidence.

Jared Kushner is developing real estate in the Balkans, including projects in Albania and Serbia, which raise ethical concerns as Trump runs for president.

An LA maintenance man who died recently was identified posthumously as Christian R. Basham—a Washington state child rape suspect who had faked his own death.

O.L. Reign rebrands to Seattle Reign FC with a new logo, amidst the growing interest in women's sports, with new players joining the team for the upcoming season.

King County Executive launches the King County Regional Office of Gun Violence Prevention to tackle increasing shootings regionally with community and expert collaborations, focusing on interventions, data analysis, and public awareness.

Young Chinese students show a declining interest in studying in the U.S., opting for other countries due to cost and safety concerns post-pandemic, signaling potential long-term shifts in China-U.S. educational ties.

Seattle anticipates a weather shift, with a sunny weekend ahead before rain and cooler temperatures arrive by next Friday, per NWS Seattle's forecast.

Sandia National Laboratories researchers have developed a more efficient wave energy converter design using a co-design approach and a magnetic spring mechanism, promising increased durability and performance.