Flood science: How December’s atmospheric river soaked Washington
After recovering from record-setting flooding, many in King County are wondering why December’s flooding has been more extreme and if...
New laws and taxes take effect in WA on Jan....
US Marshals alert public of fraudulent court order scams
Warning comes from Seattle-based Western District of Washington
Puget Sound Energy electric, natural gas rates go up
Roughly a 12% hike for electric customers and 7% for natural gas customers
Tenants’ rights and resources following floods
Washington state law has protections for tenants.
King County accepting flood debris for free
Three stations will take your garbage and yard waste on weekends through Jan. 11.
Renton man accused of ramming Seattle police
The suspect was allegedly in a stolen Porsche.
Three takeaways from Seattle’s historic night
The Seahawks rallied in one of the most impressive comebacks in franchise history. Here’s what stands out.
Update: I-90 reopens after debris closes portion in North Bend
UPDATE: As of 1:36 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 11, all lanes of eastbound I-90 have reopened at Winery Road (milepost 27),…
Gov. Ferguson declares statewide emergency over major flooding
The flooding has affected SR 410 both near Greenwater and Sumner.
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King County shots fired incidents drop dramatically in 2025
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King County Prosecutor implements 30-day case filing policy
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No Kings rallies set for Oct. 18
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Audit finds potential fraud in King County social services department
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Prosecutor’s office: Retail crime cases increasing since 2021
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King County felony juvenile diversion program is paused
Local singer Zan Fiskum advances to final 9 on ‘The...
Maple Valley singer has ties to Kent
Paradiso Festival is on the rocks following lawsuit
Paradiso Festival, one of the most popular annual EDM events in Washington state, may be in trouble after one of…
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They wanted to tell true-crime stories, so they started a...
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New TV show filming in Snoqualmie
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Gallery: Bumbershoot Music & Arts Festival 2019
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Seattle Art Fair renews partnership with Frye Art Museum
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Seattle Art Fair returns Aug. 1
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Despite Construction, Pioneer Square’s Art Galleries Remain Strong
Try Furoshiki: Japan’s eco-friendly way to wrap gifts
In collaboration with the Seattle Consulate-General of Japan and the King County Library System, local residents learned “Fabulous Furoshiki: A New Twist on an Old Idea” at the Woodinville Library.
Feds approve WA emergency declaration for record flooding
As rivers began to recede, the federal government on Dec. 12 approved Washington’s request for aid to respond to ongoing…
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WA’s ban on assault weapon sales survives another challenge
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Author discusses graphic novel on Japanese incarceration camps
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Pickleball gets its own Washington license plate
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Girmay Zahilay, 38, sworn in as King County executive
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Muckleshoot Tribe hosts national MMIP coordinator gathering
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Flood alert: Free sandbags available for county residents
Carjackers caught after pursuit | KC Crime Dive
In this episode: Kent Police arrested two men for investigation of robbery after a reported carjacking early Feb. 26 on the West Hill and a vehicle pursuit into Auburn.
Cigarette leads to arrest of murder suspects | KC Crime...
In this episode: A discarded cigarette found by detectives outside the Kent Valley Motel helped lead to the arrest of a Seattle man and woman for allegedly killing two people Jan. 31, 2023, inside a room at the motel.
Double murder charges for white supremacists | KC Crime Dive...
In this episode: King County prosecutors have charged a Snohomish man with the Nov. 2023 murders of a man and woman near Renton — and charged a Tulalip man with assisting in hiding the bodies. Prosecutors also charged one suspect with animal cruelty in the first degree for the killing of the horse.
Editorial: Reopen schools in fall, but do it safely
Don’t bully schools into reopening. Protect our students.
Why this newspaper is capitalizing Black | Editorial
Moving forward, Seattle Weekly and the rest of Sound Publishing’s King County titles will capitalize Black when referring to the…
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Wear your face-hugging, ever-loving mask | Editorial
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Thank you grocery store clerks
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To our elected officials: Be bold, be consistent, be honest,...
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Gov. Jay Inslee talks about homelessness and the climate
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We need to, but how do we talk about race?
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Despite ruling on Public Records Act, we need to keep...
Mind over miles: Thoughts from the Seattle Half Marathon
Reporter runs the 13.1-mile race in 2:01:40.
Huskies fall to Ducks, 35-31 | Photos
The University of Washington Huskies fell to the Oregon Ducks, 35-31, on Oct. 19 to a sellout crowd at Husky…
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Wilson’s 4 TDs, late field goal miss helps Hawks edge...
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Marysville Olympian, honored Wednesday, found dead at 42
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Spread the wealth? Money crunch is coming for Seahawks
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Suarez delivers Mariners salvation with eighth inning slam
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ALCS: Scherzer and Giménez take down Mariners in Game 4
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Jays came to play: Toronto blows out Mariners
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Local dancers, live orchestra bring the magical Nutcracker to life
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Building a stronger community through compassionate mental health care
The Double Bind
Allegations of rape will get you an audience with the King County Prosecutor’s office. But justice is more elusive.
The Fear and Resolve of Those Most Threatened by a...
Seattle’s Muslims and Mexican immigrants share their hopes and concerns following the election.
