Providence nurses in Everett are on strike; Hospital says patients will be safe
Barring an eleventh-hour resolution, nurses at Providence Regional Medical Center in Everett are set to strike on Tuesday.2 years ago
Search continues for Muckleshoot tribal member missing in Duwamish River
A Muckleshoot tribal member, Pete Buchanan, went out with two other people on Saturday but did not come back, according to his son.2 years ago
Gunshot detection technology being debated again in Seattle
Seattle officials are once again debating whether to install gunshot detection technology in the city, which is designed to alert police to gunfire.2 years ago
Suspected car thieves ram patrol cars to escape capture in Ballard
Several police vehicles were rammed by a suspected car thief in Ballard on Saturday. According to the Seattle Police, a couple was arrested after they were found in a stolen. The male driver rammed multiple police vehicles in an attempt to escape in Ballard. Shortly before 1:30 p.m., an officer was flagged down in the […]2 years ago
Boeing kicks off Dubai Airshow with a major announcement
A $52 billion dollar deal with Emirates Airline kicked off the annual Dubai Airshow for Boeing.2 years ago
Seattle Police: Man shot on MLK; Body found near Montlake Bridge
Seattle Police are investigating a shooting in the 9800 block of Martin Luther King Junior Way South.2 years ago
Patient dies after getting teeth pulled, now Lakewood dentist’s license suspended
A Lakewood dentist鈥檚 license has been suspended after a patient died while having teeth removed last year, according to the Washington State Department of Health.2 years ago
Wash. Secretary of State: ‘These are acts of terrorism’ regarding white powder in letters
Washington election offices are being hit with "acts of terrorism" as authorities are on alert to white powder in letters and threats to workers.2 years ago
Seattle disabled veterans need help through volunteers, donations
As we near Veterans Day this Saturday, there are calls to help disabled veterans around western Washington. “We’re helping veterans get their benefits,” Dan Clare, from Disabled American Veterans (DAV), said on Seattle’s Morning News. “We’re helping them get to the medical appointments they have. We’re also helping veterans with employment connecting them with employers […]2 years ago
Snohomish County roundup: Mayoral incumbents look to be defeated
In Snohomish County, two incumbent mayors appear to be headed to defeat while the Sheriff’s race is too close to call. (For the latest raw vote totals, click on races below.) Snohomish County Sheriff: Susanna Johnson-51.7% vs. Adam Fortnoy-48.2% An election night surprise in Snohomish County, with incumbent Sheriff Adam Fortney trailing behind challenger Susanna […]2 years ago
Pierce County roundup: Tight Tacoma City Council races, ‘Tenant Bill of Rights’
Tight Tacoma City Council races and a bellwether Tenants' initiative highlight results in Pierce County. Click on the link to get up-to-date raw vote totals.2 years ago
Starbucks gives out new benefits, leaves out union employees
Starbucks said it will improve pay and benefits for most hourly workers in the U.S. starting Jan. 1.2 years ago
Marion Street Pedestrian Bridge on Seattle’s waterfront will not open on time
Due to harsh weather over the weekend and some technical challenges, the Marion Street Pedestrian Bridge on Seattle's waterfront may not open until the end of the week.2 years ago
Future of Seattle politics at stake in Tuesday election
Tomorrow's vote will change the face of Seattle politics and could provide much-needed housing for the homeless, but at a cost.2 years ago
City of Lakewood snags historical cemetery for $1
One of the oldest cemeteries in Pierce County could soon be the domain of the city of Lakewood, according to The News Tribune.2 years ago
Jeff Bezos is leaving Seattle for the sunnier confines of Miami
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos says he is packing his bags and moving out of Seattle to the sunnier confines of Miami.2 years ago
US congressman urges feds to reconsider grizzly bear proposal
A U.S. Representative from Washington does not want grizzly bears to be reintroduced into the North Cascades.2 years ago
Kaczaraba: It took an election for me to figure out I don’t live in Edmonds
I was excited to get to vote on Edmonds mayor because I had been seeing signs all over the neighborhood. But it was not to be.2 years ago
Officials to SMN: Gangs, social media to blame for rising PNW teen crime
A pair of elite law enforcement officials say gangs, staff shortages, and social media are to blame for increasing teen crime rates in the area.2 years ago
Don’t know who to vote for? We have an excellent resource
Sometimes voting can be tough. How are you supposed to know who is the best choice for judge or fire commissioner?2 years ago
Gig Harbor teen gymnast sues ex-coach, gym over sexual misconduct allegations
A Gig Harbor teen gymnast says she "wants her story heard" and is suing her coach and gym, according to The Tacoma News Tribune.2 years ago
Edmonds property taxes likely to rise as city faces budget shortfall
A $2.2 million budget shortfall has led the Edmonds City Council to approve a 1% property tax increase.2 years ago
Person dies in apparent garbage truck accident in Lynnwood
A person has died in what appears to be a tragic garbage truck accident in Lynnwood early Wednesday morning.2 years ago
