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Fatal Motorcycle Collision Under Investigation in Factoria

The Bellevue Police Department has launched an investigation into a deadly traffic collision that occurred Friday night in Bellevue. At approximately 9:07 p.m. on April...

Trump administration denies mitigation aid after WA floods

by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard April 24, 2026 The Trump administration has denied Washington’s request for federal funding to prepare for future floods after a...

The role of natural gas and Washington’s energy future

by Paul W. Taylor, Washington State Standard April 24, 2026 The Pacific Northwest faces a near-term electricity shortfall as demand rises faster than new resources can...

Top credit rating agency puts Washington on notice

by Jerry Cornfield, Washington State Standard April 24, 2026 Washington got a clear warning this week that its reliance on reserves and one-time maneuvers to balance...

WA Department of Natural Resources to close four campgrounds after lawmakers cut funding

by Aspen Ford, Washington State Standard April 23, 2026 The Department of Natural Resources announced Wednesday that four Washington state campgrounds will be closed for the...

Man Injured in Morning Shooting Near Hing Hay Park; Suspect at Large

SEATTLE, WA — Police are investigating a shooting in Seattle’s Chinatown-International District that left a 37-year-old man Injured early this morning. The incident occurred around...

Man Injured in Roosevelt Neighborhood Stabbing; Suspect Still at Large

SEATTLE, WA — Police are investigating a late-night stabbing in Seattle’s Roosevelt neighborhood that left a 28-year-old man injured and sent to the hospital. The...

Fugitive from Oregon Arrested in Kent Following Multi-Agency Effort

KENT, WA — A wanted fugitive from Oregon was arrested in Kent, Washington, after local police acted on information provided by out-of-state authorities, highlighting...

Gray wolf population in WA surges to highest recorded level

by Aspen Ford, Washington State Standard April 23, 2026 Washington’s gray wolf population is at its highest count since the state began monitoring in 2008. State and...

Ferguson fills seat on WA campaign watchdog panel as recall effort looms

by Jerry Cornfield, Washington State Standard April 22, 2026 Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson has appointed Matt Segal, a founding partner of the Pacifica Law Group and...

Elderly Man Seriously Injured in Unprovoked Downtown Seattle Assault

A 77-year-old man was seriously injured following an unprovoked assault in downtown Seattle late Sunday night, prompting the arrest of one suspect and an...

Renton Police Reactivate License Plate Reader Cameras After Policy Updates

The Renton Police Department has resumed operation of its Automatic License Plate Reader (ALPR) cameras after a temporary pause to comply with updated state...

Why families caring for children with disabilities are suing Washington state

by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard April 22, 2026 When Jamie and Chris Thompson got married, they created a big, blended family. Chris had three children from...

Olympia knew Washington farming is in crisis, but did nothing

by Ben Tindall, Washington State Standard April 21, 2026 As the 2026 Washington state legislative session came to a close, there was at least one thing...

Fatal Motorcycle Crash on West Seattle Bridge Under Investigation

Police Arrest Man for Assaulting Teen in North Seattle

Kent Honors Corrections Officers During National Appreciation Week