News
Ferguson and Reichert move toward Nov. showdown in governor’s race
Both dusted off intraparty challenges to their political right.
News
KC Sheriff’s Office needs to modify use-of-force notifications, report says
Office of Law Enforcement Oversight’s report includes seven recommendations.
News
Former Auburn man sentenced for threatening to kill Inslee
Slaughter lived in Auburn at the time of a prior case in 2021, involving threats to former Seattle…
Sports
Seahawks 2024 preseason: Competitive high-intensity atmosphere
Coach Mike Macdonald: “If we get in a scrap here and there, it’s understandable.”
Sports
Seattle Orcas all-rounder Harmeet Singh had a summer to remember
The former captain of the Seattle Thunderbolts - who play in North Bend - has made an impact…
Northwest
King County Sheriff’s Office modifies pursuit policy
Initiative 2113 was passed in the Washington State Legislature in May 2024.
News
Karaoke Idols founder Garvaundo Hamilton dies suddenly at WA state finals
“We want to continue because that’s what Garvaundo would want.”
Northwest
What’s the cost if WA voters erase capital gains tax or end cap-and-trade?
A pair of new reports outline financial consequences if voters approve ballot measures this fall repealing Washington’s capital…
Sports
Seahawks kick off training camp in the Mike Macdonald era
“We’re still learning who we are. We are still chasing that,” said Seattle’s new head coach.
Northwest
‘Endangered’ status to remain in effect for WA wolves
A sharply-divided state panel on July 19 retained strict protections for gray wolves in Washington, concluding their status…
News
WA Democrat leaders ‘applaud’ Biden for dropping out of race
Smith, Schrier, DelBene and Cantwell released statements in support of President Biden’s Sunday decision to no longer seek…
Northwest
Selling Washington’s food and farm products to the world
Department of Agriculture is assembling a program to help promote products grown, raised, caught, baked and brewed in…
Business
Several King County grocery stores on Kroger-Albertsons sale list
See the entire list, which includes Safeway, QFC and Haggen stores.
News
Congressman Smith weighs in on Supreme Court and Biden
U.S. Rep. Adam Smith (D) represents Renton, Mercer Island, Tukwila, Des Moines, Federal Way and parts of Seattle,…
Northwest
King County politicos share thoughts on presidential debate
“I can tell you who didn’t win the debate, and it was the American public.”
Northwest
Attack websites seep into WA election battles
Such undertakings tend to change few minds and can incite a backlash, especially in communities where negative campaigning…
Northwest
Landmark Supreme Court decision criminalizes homelessness
In King County, there are about 16,385 people experiencing homelessness on any given night.
News
Fourth of July weekend weather: Sunny skies and warm highs
In light of preventable drownings, King County officials are urging the public to be cautious at rivers, lakes…
Northwest
Washington’s population exceeds 8 million
More than 68% of the growth occurred in the state’s five largest metropolitan counties
Northwest
Vote nears on ending ‘endangered’ status for WA wolves
The Department of Fish and Wildlife’s recommendation is to downlist wolves from “endangered” to “sensitive.”