Heat wave expected to bring record-breaking temps, heighten wildfire risk in Western US
A high-pressure ridge is holding heat close to the ground from Arizona to Montana.
19-year-old disappears from boat on Lake Washington during Seafair; search underway
Police said the man was last seen about a boat underway around 10:40 p.m.
Barnes’ resignation agreement includes 18 months of salary
The agreement follows former Seattle Police Chief Shon Barnes’ resignation this week after Mayor Katie Wilson asked him to step down.
Gov. Ferguson declares statewide wildfire emergency, burn ban through Sept. 30
Gov. Bob Ferguson declared a statewide wildfire emergency Saturday and imposed a statewide ban on most outdoor and agricultural burning through Sept. 30.
NWS issues Red Flag Warning on Saturday
Windy conditions and low humidity will allow any new wildfires to spread quickly.
SPD releases body camera footage of Seattle Center shooting
The video includes multiple angles and shows officers running through crowds as they searched for, and provided first aid to victims.
Major events in Seattle boost security after mass shooting
Five days after a deadly mass shooting in Seattle, the city is moving into another busy weekend of concerts and festivals under heightened security.
Battle for Washington’s 3rd District getting national attention
The district was identified as a battleground for the November election.
Fuels reduction project helps protect Colville community as Kaiser Canyon Fire closes in
DNR spent nearly $20,000 to reduce hazardous fuels near homes, tribal facilities and housing for elders before flames surrounded the area.
Former juvenile lifer turned prison watchdog speaks out after being fired by Gov. Ferguson
Jeremiah Bourgeois, once incarcerated for nearly 30 years, contends his firing as Washington’s Corrections Ombuds was retaliation for seeking true independence.
