Washington's Department of Fish and Wildlife is implementing a new drone surveillance strategy to monitor seal and sea lion populations for conservation purposes.

The WDFW announced the opening of the recreational crab fishing season in several Puget Sound areas starting Oct. 1, with specific regulations and requirements for participants.

Kirkland City Council's upcoming meeting on October 1 will cover topics ranging from business licensing to transportation and a corporate merger opposition. Public engagement is invited.

Clark County Elections Office will conduct a logic and accuracy test for the upcoming General and Special Election on October 3, 2024, to ensure the integrity of the electronic voting systems. The public is invited to observe.

WDFW reminds hunters of game meat import rules to prevent chronic wasting disease spread, enforcing deboned meat and clean skulls imports, with potential fines for non-compliance.

Washington's WDFW has launched a six-year plan to combat the invasive European green crabs, focusing on detection, response, and trapping, after over a million have been removed to date.

The U.S. District Court dismissed a legal challenge by King County against Burien's "Unlawful Public Camping" ordinance, citing the plaintiffs' lack of standing and the need for ordinance enforcement prior to injury claims.

WDFW and DNR have announced an $8.5 million funding initiative for the restoration and protection of Puget Sound's ecosystems, benefitting local agencies and conservation efforts.

Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell's proposed 2025-2026 budget aims to tackle safety, affordability, and community health, despite a $251 million deficit, affecting Seattle IT with a $2 million cut and staffing losses.

WDFW seeks public input on draft strategy for removing barriers to fish migration, benefiting salmon, steelhead, and Southern Resident killer whales. Public comments are accepted until October 14, 2024, with a workshop on October 2.

Seattle filed a Proposed Study Plan with FERC for the South Fork Tolt Hydroelectric Project's relicensing, to ensure clean water and renewable energy.

Former Washington Governor and U.S. Senator Daniel Jackson Evans has passed away at 98, leaving a legacy of environmental and educational contributions.

Kirkland City Council discussed carbon footprint reduction, utility rates, a potential community center with Seattle Kraken Iceplex, and opposed Initiatives No. 2066 and No. 2117, while also proclaiming special themed weeks.