Bolt Creek Fire increases in size, but perimeter remains the same
Cooler, wetter weather this week has firefighters more optimistic about the Bolt Creek Fire between Gold Bar and Skykomish.3 years ago
Many residents continue to reject evacuation warnings as Bolt Creek Fire threatens homes
As of Monday morning, the fire has burned approximately 8,000 acres.3 years ago
鈥榃hen it’s your time, it鈥檚 your time:鈥� Gold Bar braces for flight as Bolt Creek fire rages
The Bolt Creek fire burns 8,000 acres of forest Monday morning. Residents along US-2 have been ordered to evacuate, but only half have complied.3 years ago
Local British expats gather to remember Queen Elizabeth II
Local British expats and Anglophiles gathered at a British food shop to share their grief over the death of Queen Elizabeth II.3 years ago
Locals come together to raise funds for Pakistan amidst floods
The local Pakistani-American community is coming together to raise funds for the people of Pakistan after devastating floods.3 years ago
Fall boosters coming soon – now what? UW doctor answers FAQs
Fall boosters will soon be given out. But who should get them and how long should you wait? A UW doctor answers common questions.3 years ago
UW doctor’s advice for those with BA.5 testing positive for 10 days
People with the BA.5 subvariant of omicron are tending to test positive longer. Here's what you need to know if it happens to you.3 years ago
Striking Kent teachers prepare for long-haul: ‘We鈥檒l be out here until we get a fair contract’
Striking teachers took to the picket lines Thursday, delaying the school year for students of the Kent School District.3 years ago
Fewer Lake Washington beaches closed so far this year
While several Lake Washington beaches are closed due to fecal contamination, so far there are fewer closures than last year.3 years ago
Lifeguard shortage leads to early seasonal closure for Madrona Beach
Madrona Beach in Seattle has closed for the summer season because of a lifeguard shortage as students head back to college.3 years ago
Harborview off basic life support divert, back to accepting all patients
Harborview had to close its doors to all but the most urgent patients for a week, but the hospital has now reopened to everyone.3 years ago
Coast Guard reports progress at sunken fishing boat off San Juan Island
Progress continues to be made on retrieving items from the sunken fishing boat sitting 200 feet below the surface of Puget Sound.3 years ago
Divers trying to recover oil from sunken fishing boat in San Juans
A fishing boat that sank over the weekend off San Juan Island is creating a cleanup headache for state and federal responders.3 years ago
Residents celebrate West Seattle Bridge reopening, but still much to do
There has been a lot of criticism over the two-and-a-half years the bridge has been closed, mainly over how long it has taken.3 years ago
BA.5 wave on downturn in King County, but numbers still high
The COVID surge caused by the BA.5 variant is on the downward side in King County, but health leaders warn that cases are still too high for comfort.3 years ago
Wildfires in Central WA looking better, but thunderstorm possibility on way
Progress is being made on wildfires burning in Central Washington. But officials are worried that thunderstorms on the horizon could start new fires.3 years ago
Wildfire season in full swing in Washington after mild start
Wildfire season started off slowly in Washington this year due to the cool, wet spring, but as of this week, things appear to be fully underway.3 years ago
WA Department of Health: COVID fall booster doses could be ‘weeks away’
The COVID fall booster doses -- which will target, among others, the BA.5 omicron subvariant -- should be on their way soon.3 years ago
Stanwood Chamber of Commerce closing, other chambers face pandemic challenges
The Stanwood Chamber of Commerce is closing due to financial difficulties. With the loss of event revenue, the pandemic has been rough on chambers.3 years ago
Local hardware store offers tips for using portable air conditioners
With the lack of built-in air conditioning in Washington, many people are turning to portable air conditioners. But do you know how to use them efficiently?3 years ago
Mega Millions jackpot now nation’s second-largest lottery prize in history, takes WA by storm
The Mega Millions record jackpot is $1.537 billion, won in South Carolina on October 23, 2018.3 years ago
Drowning risk increases as the heat wave intensifies; use caution while swimming, experts say
The risks of extreme heat are not limited to illnesses, the way we play in the heat can also be dangerous due to the increased risks of drowning.3 years ago
WA hospitals lose $900 million in early parts of 2022 as expenses outpace revenue
Urban and rural hospitals alike across Washington are in dire financial straits, according to a new survey by the Washington State Hospital Association.3 years ago
