King County approves $20 minimum wage for unincorporated areas
Councilmember Reagan Dunn and more than a dozen business owners argued tips and health care expenses should be a part of the new wage. The council passed the ordinance without the amendment.
Foam coolers, takeout containers will be banned in WA
The prohibition on the sale and distribution of these products will take effect June 1 under a law the Legislature approved in 2021.
Eating Japan: Seattle’s historic encounter with Chef Shiro Kashiba
Shiro moved to Seattle at a time when the exoticism of Japanese cuisine had suddenly begun finding favorable reviews in American press. By Jayendrina Singha Ray, guest columnist.
WSDOT: Slow down for Work Zone Awareness Week
The number of fatal crashes in marked work zones had doubled in 2023 when compared to the previous year.
New state legislation fights catalytic converter theft
Governor Jay Inslee signed a bill on March 26 adding new regulations to the purchase and sale of catalytic converters…
Kirkland officer steps down following investigation into bikini barista incident
A Kirkland police officer accused of exhibiting odd behavior toward bikini barista employees while using a city-owned vehicle has resigned…
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KC Sheriff’s Office sues over Burien encampment ban
Office of Law Enforcement Oversight director calls Burien’s ordinance “unconstitutional.”
Puget Sound Energy files two-year rate plan for electric, natural...
Driven by the state’s clean energy laws, the plan has been filed to the Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission.
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‘When services decline, it’s the kids who pay the price’
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DOJ settles with King County Sheriff’s Office in agreement to...
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King County Sheriff’s Office to develop language access program
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Amended lawsuit filed against Boeing, Alaska Airlines in wake of...
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Report: Boeing 737 Max was missing four bolts on exit...
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City of Seattle to cover Kent hotel costs for refugees...
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
Q&A with the new King County Library System executive director
“It’s really about providing that space to reimagine who you are,” said Heidi Daniel.
New state law gives green light to more traffic cameras
The move comes as roadway deaths in the state have hit historic highs.
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Mariners unveil new ballpark eats for 2024 season
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King County fish culvert plan falls short in project prioritization
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Carjackers caught after pursuit | KC Crime Dive
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Cigarette leads to arrest of murder suspects | KC Crime...
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King County Sexual Assault Resource Center releases report case outcomes
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Double murder charges for white supremacists | KC Crime Dive...
The end of traditional youth jail | KC Crime Dive...
In this episode, we look at how King County is moving toward ending traditional youth detention in favor of a new facility for minors or even group homes.
Ex-Seahawk awaits sentencing | KC Crime Dive podcast
In this episode, former Seahawks player Chad Wheeler awaits sentencing for domestic violence charges. Also: Kent police arrest a woman who reportedly threatened a driver with a gun.
3 teen inmates escape | King County Crime Dive
In this episode, we take a closer look at Echo Glen Children’s Center, which recently saw another batch of escapes by juvenile inmates.
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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Seahawks fans come out in droves for Kids Day
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Microsoft CEO announces cricket stadium coming to Seattle area
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Seahawks host mock game at Lumen Field | Preseason football...
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Back to School: Envisioning Education in the 10G Era
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.
