A Seattle father accepted a $150,000 settlement after his 7-year-old son was pepper-sprayed at a downtown 2020 protest, closing a high-profile civil-rights case.

The Pitch pop-up inside Kickin' It Federal Way is taking match‑day reservations for World Cup watch parties June 19–21, serving international snacks like Belgian fries and an Australian snag.

A Mega Millions ticket sold at Fred Meyer in Tacoma matched four white balls and the Mega Ball; a 10x multiplier boosted the payout to $100,000.

Clear and mild Thursday with a high near 70°F. A strong warm-up Sunday–Monday could push temps into the 80s–90s.

Federal prosecutors say two sisters used a 'gift card sequencing' scheme to steal more than $80,000 from a national retailer. One sister is jailed pending trial; the other was released on recognizance.

Three West Seattle sightings — a coyote trailing dogs and an early‑morning yard video — prompted reminders from wildlife officials to secure pets and remove attractants.

Vulcan is reported to have found a buyer for two Bellevue office towers in a deal worth about $650M, a sign buyers still prize Amazon‑anchored assets.

Seattle Fire crews responded to a rescue extrication on northbound I‑5 at Spokane Street Wednesday evening, prompting traffic advisories and heavy delays.

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.