Tacoma Police Chief Avery Moore has resigned after a 35-year law enforcement career, emphasizing his commitment to community policing and thanking his team and the community.

Tacoma City Council adopted Ordinance 29015 to help food and beverage businesses understand grease interceptor requirements, aiding in informed decision-making and compliance for new entrepreneurs.

Tacoma passed Resolution 41609, deprioritizing law enforcement action against entheogen-related activities, which may aid in mental health treatments.

Burien City Council voted 5-2 to expand its camping ban to include restrictions on storing personal items on public property, amidst controversy and legal considerations.

Washington State University's Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine is hosting the Health Justice and Belonging Conference to discuss equitable healthcare solutions.

West Linn-Wilsonville School District board, influenced by parental advocacy, decided to keep three elementary schools open despite a $15 million budget gap.

Shon Barnes becomes Seattle Police Chief as Sue Rahr steps down, continuing as advisor. The transition occurs amidst allegations against former acting chief Adrian Diaz.

Mark A. Solomon was appointed to Seattle's City Council for District 2, succeeding Tammy Morales. His tenure begins immediately and lasts until November 2025.

Washington State Governor Bob Ferguson creates a rapid response team to support children affected by parental separation due to federal immigration policies.

The Normandy Park City Council is improving transportation and environmental efforts, seeking community input for bus routes, forming a committee for trail and beach access, adjusting city fees, and presenting salmon research findings.

The City of Kent settled with Phoenix Court Apartments management to continue addressing safety issues, stemming from a lawsuit over crime and nuisances at the complex.

Auburn seeks applicants for its MPO Citizens Advisory Committee. Deadline is February 10, with appointments on February 18 for a term from March 9, 2025 to March 8, 2029.

State AGs, led by Washington's Nick Brown, oppose a Trump-era DOJ memo compelling local law enforcement into immigration duties, citing constitutional limits and federalism principles established in Printz v. United States.