Red Flag Warning in effect Thursday due to high fire danger in the mountains
Thunderstorms capable of producing frequent lightning are possible generally north of White Pass in the Cascades and in the Olympics.
Whatcom County Sheriff’s leaders fired after allegations of sexual harassment, discrimination
A lawsuit claims a woman Whatcom County Sheriff’s detective faced discrimination and harassment. Two department leaders were fired following an investigation.
Crews battle 3-story, 2-alarm apartment fire in Seattle
A fire erupted in a three-story apartment building in Seattle’s Fremont neighborhood, with a large smoke plume seen across the city.
Seattle fire investigators ‘slammed’ after spike in significant incidents in July
The Seattle Fire Department has responded to more than a dozen large fires and more than 125 brush fires through the first half of July.
Bullets fired during target shooting hit Arlington homes, leaving families shaken
Two Arlington families are on edge after gunfire from a nearby legal shooting area damaged their homes and endangered children, with an investigation ongoing.
Lewis County family finds hope amid wreckage after explosive house fire
A grandmother and cat survived the explosion and fire.
Washington to add 10 more AI wildfire cameras to spot fires
The expansion will bring the state’s network to 36 cameras across the state.
Leavenworth is losing two iconic Christmas trees, but their story isn’t over
Leavenworth is cutting down two beloved Christmas trees for safety reasons. Their wood will be donated to carvers to benefit local nonprofits.
Judge rules conditions at Denny Blaine Park are a public nuisance, calls for further abatement
Judge Samuel Chung granted a permanent injunction in the case, ruling that conduct at the park had become a public nuisance.
Man suspected of arson, assault after attacking woman with propane tank in Olympia
A man is expected to face first-degree arson and second-degree assault charges after a striking a woman on the head with a propane tank, officials report.
