Weather
US 2 Tumwater Canyon Fully Reopens After Washout
Months-long closure and repairs completed, restoring full access between Skykomish and Leavenworth.
Seattle Fire Crews Respond to Combustible Odor on 1st Ave
Firefighters systematically searched an apartment building after reports of a strange smoke smell.
Atmospheric River to Soak Seattle Super Bowl Celebrations
Wet and wild weather expected to hit the Seattle area just in time for the big game.
Sports
Seahawks Aim to Retain Key Free Agents After Super Bowl Win
Seattle has six top-100 free agents, but plans to re-sign four and add another top edge rusher
Seahawks GM Hands Out Jesus Figures at Super Bowl Parade
John Schneider distributed small religious figurines to fans during the team's championship celebration.
Seahawks LB Ernest Jones IV Calls Out Patriots Plays During Super Bowl Win
The young linebacker's cerebral play and instincts were on full display in Seattle's championship victory.
Lifestyle
Sea Lions Bask on Seattle Breakwater
Warmer winter weather brings the marine mammals to Shilshole Bay Marina
Reykdal Outlines Plan to Use 'Millionaire's Tax' for Education, Housing Relief
State Superintendent proposes free tuition, universal school meals, and property tax relief if new tax is approved
10 Cute Valentine's Ideas for the Classroom That Aren't Candy
Candy-free Valentine's that are still plenty sweet.
Crime
Seattle to Pay $29M to Family of Woman Killed by Police SUV
The city settled a wrongful-death lawsuit after the officer struck and killed Jaahnavi Kandula, a 23-year-old graduate student, while responding to a call.
Seattle Settles $29M in Jaahnavi Kandula Police Crash Case
The settlement aims to provide closure, but concerns over police accountability remain.
Seattle Reaches $29M Settlement with Family of Indian Grad Student Killed by Police
The city agreed to the payout after the 23-year-old was struck and killed by a speeding officer in 2023.
Politics
King County Tightens Regulations on ICE Enforcement
New executive order aims to protect immigrant and refugee communities amid increased federal activity.
Washington Lawmakers' Tax Proposal Sparks Backlash from Seattle Startup Leaders
Tech leaders warn new taxes could trigger 'death spiral' for Washington's startup ecosystem
Seattle Seahawks' Super Bowl Win Offers Midterm Election Insights
The Seahawks' championship roster provides a blueprint for the 2026 elections, experts say.
