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British Columbia adopts permanent daylight saving time; western Washington an hour behind November through March

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:08:40 GMT

The Canadian Province of British Columbia will adopt permanent daylight saving time when clocks jump forward on Sunday, March 8.

Up to 10 units severely damaged by Everett apartment fire, according to Red Cross

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 23:42:10 GMT

Of the 41 people the Red Cross provided emergency assistance to, at least 50% are children.

Man accused of posing as fake mail carrier before attacking woman in Seattle pleads not guilty

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 18:51:43 GMT

Bail for Ian Alexander Blair remains at $1 million for the alleged attack on Feb. 20 where he demanded cryptocurrency.

Driver ejected in rollover crash on I-5 threatens bystander with gun, patrol says

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 15:15:43 GMT

State patrol said a man thrown from his car regained consciousness and threatened a bystander before fleeing. He was located later Sunday.

Iran demonstrators say a man pointed a gun at them

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 07:03:49 GMT

After the news broke that the U.S. killed Iran's supreme leader, hundreds demonstrated to celebrate. But in Bellevue, the demonstration briefly turned dangerous.

Middle East tensions spike oil prices almost 8%; Washington gas could hit $4.70 soon, expert warns

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 06:22:59 GMT

With oil prices surging due to disruptions in the Middle East, Washington drivers face potential gas hikes to $4.70 per gallon as vessel traffic drops 70%.

1 dead, suspect arrested in Covington stabbing

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 02:20:40 GMT

Sheriff's deputies say a man died after being stabbed near the Timberlane Clubhouse in Covington Sunday. A suspect has been arrested.

Suspect in deadly Bellevue hit-and-run arrested in Jefferson County

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 21:31:25 GMT

A suspect in a fatal Bellevue hit-and-run has been arrested in Jefferson County.

Small plane crashes into hangar at Harvey Airfield

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 20:56:43 GMT

Both occupants managed to get out of the plane safely.

King County jury awards $24M in Seattle stem cell wrongful death case

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 06:22:14 GMT

The man was diagnosed with ALS in 2017, and he underwent stem cell treatment for the illness in Seattle where he later died.

Tacoma police investigating two separate hit-and-runs that may be connected

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 05:08:27 GMT

Two separate hit-and-runs in Tacoma involving a similar vehicle left two pedestrians injured on Saturday.

Diver dies after distress call at Mukilteo beach

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 02:41:12 GMT

Emergency crews took over life-saving efforts and continued CPR, but the diver was pronounced dead at the scene, officials said.

Hundreds of cars rally on Seattle-area freeways in support of US strikes on Iran

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 01:39:29 GMT

More than 300 cars waving Iranian, Israeli and American flags caravanned along Interstate 5 and Interstate 405 Saturday afternoon.

Pullman man sentenced to 16 years in prison for shooting friend while using meth

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 22:18:24 GMT

Jorge Amezcua admitted to shooting Darcy Spracklin in the head, saying the meth made him believe Spracklin wanted him to do it.

The Sky Above: Total lunar eclipse coming in March

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 18:21:00 GMT

This Sky Above episode showcases the total lunar eclipse that will turn the moon a deep shade of red, astronomical spring, and a dazzling planetary conjunction.

Cinco Cosas: Estados Unidos e Israel lanzaron ataques contra Irán, la Copa Mundial de la FIFA, y más

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 17:44:14 GMT

28 de febrero: El programa tendrá historias importantes, y eventos.

Israel launches attack on Iran's capital with US help as tensions high over nuclear talks

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 07:23:20 GMT

Israel has launched a daylight strike on Tehran. Witnesses in Tehran said they heard a blast Saturday near the offices of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

Got a soft spot for old bridges? Snohomish County has a deal for you

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 03:16:46 GMT

Snohomish County is offering a historic bridge for free before replacing it in 2029. The 340-foot span must be preserved rather than demolished.

Emergency preparedness top of mind as Washington marks 25th anniversary of Nisqually earthquake

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 03:15:46 GMT

February 28th marks 25 years since the Nisqually Earthquake rattled Western Washington.

Four women stabbed on Key Peninsula: Police response questioned

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 03:03:54 GMT

A tragic incident on the Key Peninsula left four women dead, spotlighting the crucial role of protection order service and response time.

Pierce County lawsuit alleges Discord ignored warnings before Gig Harbor teen livestreamed suicide

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 01:47:03 GMT

The complaint alleges Discord failed to dismantle a network tied to child exploitation and suicide.

Callers to Washington state hotline press 2 for Spanish and get accented AI English instead

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 22:00:32 GMT

Callers to Washington state’s driver’s license agency who select service in Spanish are instead hearing an AI voice speaking English with a strong Spanish accent.

Fake mail carrier accused of violently strangling Seattle homeowner’s wife during demand for bitcoin

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 19:38:32 GMT

Court records describe a mail suit, cellphone jammer and zip ties in alleged home attack.

25 years after Nisqually quake, expert warns 'it will happen again'

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 07:22:56 GMT

The City of Seattle marked the anniversary of the 6.8 magnitude earthquake on Thursday by discussing ongoing contingency plans for another powerful quake.

Teen arrested after Capitol Hill shooting, attempted carjacking, police say

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 06:23:15 GMT

A pizza shop was hit by gunfire after a teen escorted out of a bar allegedly shot at security and tried to carjack an Uber driver, according to police.

After decades of fighting for victims of vehicular crime, King County's top traffic prosecutor steps down

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 03:36:39 GMT

Amy Freedheim, who helped lower the legal blood-alcohol limit and elevated vehicular homicide penalties, vows to keep advocating for safer roads in retirement.

WA House leader apologizes for being ‘impaired’ during committee meeting

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 02:52:24 GMT

Joe Fitzgibbon, D-West Seattle, can be heard slurring his words during the House Appropriations Committee meeting Wednesday.

‘It’s unbelievable’: Family speaks after son kills mother, 3 neighbors on Key Peninsula

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 02:52:21 GMT

The partner of the suspect’s sister describes warning signs the night before the attack and desperate calls for help the next morning.

Some Washington state campgrounds and parks may close permanently this spring

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 02:15:38 GMT

Nineteen sites across the state, 11 in western Washington, could see reduced services or shut down entirely under proposed budget cuts.

'I am going to kill the president tomorrow': Everett man indicted on charges of online assassination threats

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 01:01:11 GMT

Court documents say an Everett man admitted posting threats on X before being warned by agents.

WSU Greek Row parties paused after 'safety-related incidents'

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 22:16:47 GMT

WSU's Panhellenic and Interfraternity Executive Councils put out the order Wednesday, pausing events until at least March 8.

DNR says budget cuts threaten closure of some Washington outdoor recreational sites

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 22:14:45 GMT

DNR says outdoor recreation faces potential closures as budget cuts impact the state's ability to maintain public lands safely, threatening access for millions.

Mount Rainier won't require timed entry this year

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 21:38:09 GMT

Timed entry won't be implemented, even during the peak summer season.

Seattle rideshare drivers protest 'flooded' market, demand Uber and Lyft stop adding new drivers

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 07:09:58 GMT

Members of Washington's Drivers Union gathered outside Uber's engineering offices in downtown Seattle during rush hour Wednesday, chanting and holding megaphones.

Suspect, mother identified in Key Peninsula quadruple stabbing

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 04:59:56 GMT

The 32-year-old suspect in Tuesday’s quadruple stabbing near Gig Harbor and the mother connected to the home have been identified.

Aviation group raises possibility of high-speed rail link to SEA Airport

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 04:42:01 GMT

WSDOT reportedly has had ongoing discussions about incorporating air mobility into the state’s high-speed rail planning, including the possibility of serving SEA.

Fake roofers prey on Seattle's elderly, police warn as losses near $1 million

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 03:19:08 GMT

Investigators uncovered 22 victims since April of last year. One North Seattle woman nearly lost $34,000 to the scheme before a timely intervention.

You may still be able to get a refund on your trip to Puerto Vallarta or Guadalajara

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 03:16:05 GMT

Can you get a refund on your flight or Airbnb? Should you still go? Here's what travelers need to know.

'This information needs to be out there': Scammers are mining public records to run a slick new phone con

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 02:57:02 GMT

A new scam is exploiting families of recently arrested individuals, using public records to appear credible. Victims are asked to pay fake fees for pretrial release.

Community works to rebuild safety net after deadly Rainier Beach shooting

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 01:47:20 GMT

A Rainier Beach nonprofit is stepping up student safety efforts after two high schoolers were fatally shot at a bus stop.