Today’s news
Asotin County Deputies Respond to Multiple Crashes, Urge Drivers to Slow Down
Officials cite excessive speed and distracted driving as contributing factors in recent traffic incidents across the region.

Loaded Gun, Cocaine Found in Traffic Stop; Man Threatens Gas Station Employee
Separate incidents in Lewis County lead to arrests and court appearances
Two Tugboat Crew Members Dead After Confined Space Incident in Alaska
Coast Guard says two others were injured in the incident aboard a barge moored in southeast Alaska.
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Mar. 18, 2026
Puyallup Bar Closes for St. Patrick's Day Amid DUI Concerns
Owner cites high DUI rates in the city and a responsibility to keep patrons and community safe.
Mar. 16, 2026
Grenade Found Inside Richland Home Prompts Bomb Squad Response
The device was discovered by a resident while cleaning out a relative's home.
Mar. 15, 2026
Driver Rescued After Car Dangles Over 20-Foot Drop in Tacoma
Tacoma first responders coordinate to pull driver from perilous situation
Mar. 13, 2026
Blaine Police searching for missing teen last seen in Bellingham
17-year-old Destany Gray-Haugness was last seen on February 25
Mar. 13, 2026
Pickup truck crashes into guardrail on 72nd Avenue
Driver suspected of DUI after vehicle gets stuck on Jersey barrier
Mar. 13, 2026
FBI Adds 3 to Most Wanted List After 7 Caught by Trump Admin
New fugitives added include alleged kidnappers, murderers, and cyber criminals
Mar. 12, 2026
Fleeing Driver Crashes Into Washington State Trooper on Vancouver Freeway
At least 2 injured after driver tried to escape 'high-risk' traffic stop
Mar. 12, 2026
Seattle Police Department Faces Lawsuit Over Harassment Allegations
Attorney Sumeer Singla alleges public records violations and mishandling of complaints from female officers
Mar. 12, 2026
Washington State Patrol to Increase Patrols Near WSU for Spring Break
Troopers will focus on speeding, impaired driving, and distracted driving violations during the university's travel period.
Mar. 11, 2026
County Pays $7.5 Million to Widow of VPD Officer Killed in Mistaken Identity Shooting
Clark County settles negligence lawsuit with family of officer shot by sheriff's deputy during confrontation with robbery suspect.
Mar. 11, 2026
Vancouver Police Deadly Force Investigation Passes 60-Day Mark
The Washington State Office of Independent Investigations continues probe into December 2025 incident.
Mar. 10, 2026
19-Year-Old Arrested After Motorcycle Chase Near Colfax
Suspect tried to flee from police but was detained by a citizen before deputies arrived
Mar. 8, 2026
Majority of Renton jurors find officer's actions not criminal in 2020 fatal shooting
Inquest jury concludes police shooting of 22-year-old River Hudson was not unlawful
Mar. 8, 2026
Missing Nevada Man Found Safe in Port Angeles
Sage Hunter Greigo-Long located by deputies after his abandoned vehicle was discovered east of the city
Mar. 8, 2026
Motorcycle Pursuit Ends in Arrest Near Spangle
19-year-old Logan McIntosh faces charges after fleeing from police and being detained by a citizen
Mar. 6, 2026
Water Truck Rollover Leads to Charges for Driver in Renton
The truck overturned at a busy intersection, closing the road for over 2 hours.
Mar. 4, 2026
High-Speed Chase on I-5 Ends in Rollover Crash
Two injured after car reaches over 100 mph, hits barrier and flips in Southwest Washington
Mar. 3, 2026
3 Hospitalized After Crash on Aurora Avenue in Seattle
Police investigating high-speed collision that sent 3 to the hospital
Mar. 3, 2026
Sequim Man Arrested After Hit-and-Run, 6-Mile Police Pursuit
Suspect led police on a high-speed chase before being apprehended in a farm field
Mar. 3, 2026
Grenade, Bank Fraud, and Robbery Incidents Reported in Anacortes
Anacortes Police dealt with a hand grenade at a home for sale, a robbery at a diner, and a bank fraud case this past week.