
More Microsoft layoffs to come this summer
More Microsoft layoffs are coming this summer as the company continues to heavily invest in artificial intelligence (AI).11 days ago

‘Workers’ rights must be respected’: Seattle Taiwanese restaurant to pay nearly $600K in settlement
Din Tai Fung, a series of Taiwanese restaurants with locations in the Puget Sound region among other states, agreed to settle with the Seattle Office of Labor Standards over violations related to paid sick time and wage theft.11 days ago

Bellevue pimp sentenced to 35 years after posting crimes on social media
A Bellevue man was sentenced to 35 years in prison for multiple charges, including human trafficking and promoting prostitution, after he was caught bragging on social media about the amount of money he made from being a pimp.11 days ago

Fugitive who escaped Sea-Tac custody captured after six weeks on the run
A fugitive who's been on the run for approximately six weeks after escaping from police custody at Sea-Tac Airport was found and arrested Wednesday.11 days ago

‘Less is more’: Chief Barnes praises Seattle Police ushering peaceful ‘No Kings’ protest
When approximately 70,000 people took to the streets of Seattle to participate in a "No Kings" rally against the Trump administration, the Seattle Police Department had a tall task in making sure everything went smoothly and peacefully.12 days ago

‘I should be able to run it the way I see fit’: Pierce County Sheriff clashes with county over ICE cooperation, budget
Pierce County Sheriff Keith Swank's desire to cooperate with the federal government and ICE has pitted him in a fight with the Pierce County Prosecuting Attorney, who cited his cooperation as a direct conflict with the state's sanctuary laws.12 days ago

Amazon expected to reduce its workforce as it embraces AI
Amazon is expected to reduce its workforce as it implements more AI services and functionality, the company announced Monday.12 days ago

2 dead after car plunges off Edmonds ferry dock during high-speed police chase
A police chase led to a car plunging off the Edmonds ferry dock, killing at least two of the five occupants.12 days ago

Amazon delays launch of 27 satellites in its pursuit of creating internet service
United Launch Alliance was set to launch Amazon's second group of satellites for its Kuiper internet satellite constellation Monday before a last-minute cancellation.13 days ago

No arrests after clash between protesters and police escalated in Tukwila Saturday
No arrests were made after a demonstration in front of the Department of Homeland Security field office escalated into a clash between police and protesters, the Tukwila Police Department confirmed.13 days ago

Pomas Fire near Glacier Peak wilderness reaches 360 acres, 0% contained
The Pomas Fire, a wildfire burning 36 miles northwest of Entiat in the Glacier Peak wilderness, has reached more than 360 acres in size as of Monday afternoon.13 days ago

‘Incredibly hateful and dehumanizing’: WA rep warns of rising political violence after Minnesota assassination
Washington Congressman Adam Smith spoke about rising political violence after a man fatally shot a Minnesota lawmaker and her husband.14 days ago

‘On the right side of history’: 70,000 join peaceful No Kings protest in Seattle before unrest flared up after dark
More than 70,000 people turned out for the No Kings protest that started at Cal Anderson Park at 12 p.m. Saturday before marching to the city's downtown neighborhood.14 days ago

SR 99 tunnel tolls increasing July 1: Here’s how much more you’ll pay
The Washington State Transportation Commission is increasing the toll rates on the State Route 99 tunnel in Seattle by 3%.14 days ago

Whole Foods closing its Capitol Hill location this month
The Whole Foods Market store in Capitol Hill, located on Madison and Broadway, is shuttering its doors June 20.14 days ago

Early morning Tacoma fire displaces 10, seriously injures 1
The Tacoma Fire Department responded to an early morning fire Monday that seriously injured one person and displaced another 10 people.14 days ago

From Aberdeen to AEW: Wrestling legend Bryan Danielson talks hometown start, Seahawks, and how to talk smack
Bryan Danielson, known as one of the greatest professional wrestlers of all time under the stage name Daniel Bryan, is headlining an All Elite Wrestling (AEW) event at the accesso ShoWare Center in Kent on June 21.15 days ago

Protestors set fires outside Seattle federal building during late-night demonstration Saturday
A demonstration is taking place Saturday night on 2nd Avenue and Madison Street, as protesters are blocking all southbound and westbound lanes in the process.15 days ago

70,000 join ‘No Kings’ protest marching from Capitol Hill to downtown Seattle
Multiple protests have commenced in Seattle and surrounding areas Saturday, including one that started in Cal Anderson Park before marching to downtown Seattle.16 days ago

Shilshole sea lion surge: Marina docks overrun in Ballard
Dozens of sea lions have made the public guest docks at Shilshole Bay Marina in Ballard their new, temporary home, a customary move over the last few years.16 days ago

³ÉÈËXÕ¾ host Angela Poe Russell unveils ‘Aviatrix,’ a musical about a forgotten aviation hero
³ÉÈËXÕ¾ fill-in host Angela Poe Russell penned a musical for the stage called "Aviatrix," with a stage reading Friday, June 13 at 7 p.m.17 days ago

Roosevelt High principal placed on leave as WIAA investigates recruitment violations
Roughriders Football at Seattle's Roosevelt High School is expected to face penalties from the WIAA for breaking recruiting rules.17 days ago

Wenatchee community to honor the three slain girls with public memorial service
The Wenatchee community is having a memorial service for Evelyn, Paityn, and Olivia—the three sisters murdered in a campground near Leavenworth—at Rocky Reach Park next Friday, June 20, at 7 p.m.17 days ago
