Washington astronaut details journey with NASA in chat from space with Gov. Inslee
High up in the atmosphere, Washington state native and astronaut Kayla Barron spoke with Gov. Inslee this week about her path to space.3 years ago
State recognizes difficulty finding booster shots, assures there is ‘plenty of supply’
It may be tough to find appointments for COVID booster shots in Washington, but the state department of health promises there is enough supply.3 years ago
Drama over Edmonds streateries continues after councilmember walks out of session
Restaurant seating continues in parking spots in Edmonds for now, after a special session of the city council is called on a technicality.3 years ago
Bellingham woman sentenced to prison for ‘shunt’ attack on train tracks
A Bellingham woman was sentenced Friday in U.S. District Court in Seattle to a year in prison for railroad sabotage.3 years ago
Gov. Inslee rolls out 2022 climate proposals with focus on clean energy
Governor Jay Inslee rolled out his latest climate policy wish list Monday for the 2022 legislative session, which totals more than $625 million.3 years ago
State senator proposes bill to repeal Washington’s long-term care tax
State Sen. Mark Schoesler has pre-filed a bill, hoping for a quick repeal of Washington's new long-term care tax when the Legislature meets next month.聽3 years ago
State lawmaker floats proposal to curb recent rise in catalytic converter thefts
A Washington state lawmaker in Longview has filed legislation designed to stymie a recent rise in catalytic converter thefts.3 years ago
Extra security at Monroe High School after rumored threat on social media
Reports of a threat on social media prompted added security聽at Monroe High School on Monday. No immediate danger was discovered.3 years ago
Long-awaited return of Emerald City Comic Con offers crucial outlet for fans and artists alike
Not only is the return of Emerald City Comic Con a big deal for fans, but it is a welcome respite for small artists and creators as well.3 years ago
South Puget Sound Community College offers first-of-its-kind craft brewing degree
The city of Tumwater, which is working to become a center for craft brewing and distilling, was visited by the governor this week.3 years ago
Seattle area sets record for wettest fall season with more rain on the way
As wet weather persists across the region, the Seattle area has officially set an all-time record for fall rain between September and November.3 years ago
Seattle-area lot owner says don’t wait to buy your Christmas tree this year
If you get a Christmas tree at a place that sells them year after year, you likely don't need to worry about talk of a supply problem.聽But you may pay more.3 years ago
‘It’s not sustainable’: Destructive flooding highlights need for solutions in Whatcom County
River levels are receding, but Whatcom County leaders say there are much-needed changes for the region following historic flooding.3 years ago
Puget Sound region to get ‘continuous onslaught of rain’ over Thanksgiving weekend
We could be in for a blustery, wet Thanksgiving weekend across the Puget Sound region, with heavy rain arriving on Wednesday.3 years ago
Washington State Ferries hits early snags as it works toward return to normal service
Washington State Ferries was set to start the return to full fall service last Friday, with that plan hitting an early snag on Monday.3 years ago
Woman who survived five days in Olympic National Forest released from hospital
After surviving five days in the Olympic National Forest, 30-year-old Amanda Sampson from Queets was released from the hospital Saturday.聽3 years ago
Limited number of vaccinated state House members allowed in chamber
The Washington state House has decided how to handle COVID-19 vaccinations in the upcoming legislative session, set to start on Jan. 10.聽3 years ago
Washington will be ‘aggressive’ in efforts to get federal relief after flood
Governor Inslee says he is working to secure federal relief for homes and businesses impacted by this week's flood in northern Washington.4 years ago
State Rep. says WA Cares tax needs some ‘common sense, immediate fixes’
Supporters of the WA Cares long-term care initiative spoke Wednesday to explain where the law stands after a class action lawsuit was filed against it.聽4 years ago
Sounder N Line service canceled Friday as ‘precautionary action’
Sound Transit has canceled Sounder N Line service north of Seattle on Friday, Nov. 12, due to a potential for landslide activity.4 years ago
Seattle museums, cemeteries to honor Veterans Day with in-person events
Many of the local Veterans Day parades and other ceremonies will be in-person again this year.聽4 years ago
Why did people outside of Kitsap County receive a tornado alert Tuesday?
The National Weather Service has released an explanation as to why some people outside Kitsap County received an emergency tornado alert Tuesday.4 years ago
Amtrak service to resume on Point Defiance Bypass after 2017 derailment
Amtrak says trains will soon resume using the Point Defiance Bypass tracks south of Tacoma where a deadly derailment occurred in 2017.聽4 years ago
