Seattle's 911 Ambulance Service Faces Gaps and Changes
City routes some calls to out-of-state nurses, exempts some ambulances from wait-time limits, and uses ride-hailing services for some patients.
Sounders advance to Concacaf quarterfinals with victory over Vancouver Whitecaps
Seattle Sounders Eliminate Vancouver Whitecaps FC from Concacaf Champions Cup
Weather
Flooding and Avalanche Threat Grows as Atmospheric River Continues Across Pacific Northwest
Powerful storm system brings heavy rain and snowmelt, increasing risks of flash floods and avalanches in the region.

Exterior Fire Contained on Galer Street in Seattle
Seattle firefighters quickly extinguished a blaze on the outside of a building near Aurora Avenue North.
Atmospheric river brings rain, rising rivers to Seattle
Multiple rounds of rain and mild temperatures expected through the week
Crime
Key Peninsula man kills mother, 3 neighbors before being fatally shot by deputies
Loved ones say the suspect struggled with mental health issues and medication compliance

FBI Adds 3 to Most Wanted List After 7 Caught by Trump Admin
New fugitives added include alleged kidnappers, murderers, and cyber criminals
Seattle Police Department Faces Lawsuit Over Harassment Allegations
Attorney Sumeer Singla alleges public records violations and mishandling of complaints from female officers
Entertainment
Pearl Jam's Mike McCready Releases 'Farewell to Seasons' Graphic Novel and Soundtrack
The guitarist's new project features a rock opera-style soundtrack with guest musicians.

West Seattle's "Art of Music" series ends after 6-year run
The community music performances that complemented the Second Thursday Art Walk will no longer continue.
Chateau Ste Michelle Announces 2026 Summer Concert Lineup
The iconic Woodinville, WA music venue reveals its star-studded schedule for the upcoming season.
Lifestyle
After Escaping Abuse, She Chose a New Name Meaning 'Freedom'
Charlotte 'Charli' Hayes left her past behind and embraced a new identity.

Seattle Celebrates St. Patrick's Day
Bars and restaurants host traditional Irish festivities
Dent Crossword Clue Solved
4-letter answer revealed for Seattle Times puzzle
Science
UW Institute for Protein Design Receives $7M Grant to Advance AI-Enabled Enzyme Design
The grant from Washington Research Foundation will strengthen Washington state's leadership in protein science and accelerate the translation of discoveries into new tools and companies.

Fred Hutch collaboration reveals molecular vulnerability in rare childhood brain cancer
Researchers map the deep biology of ependymoma tumors and identify a new molecular target for treatment.
Astronomers Witness Rare Planetary Collision Around Distant Star
The violent event offers clues about how planets and moons form in planetary systems.