A federal government shutdown is nearing. Here’s a guide for what to expect.
by Jennifer Shutt, Ashley Murray, Jacob Fischler, Ariana Figueroa and Shauneen Miranda, Washington State Standard
September 26, 2025
WASHINGTON — Congress’ failure to pass a short-term...
Traffic Advisory: Lane Reductions at SE 240th St and 104th Ave SE for Utility...
KENT, Wash. — June 25, 2025 — Drivers in Kent should plan for overnight delays this week as utility crews perform work at a...
Detectives Investigating Shooting in South Seattle
Seattle, WA – September 26, 2025:Seattle police detectives are investigating a shooting in South Seattle that left a 41-year-old man injured Thursday night.
The incident...
Starbucks to Close Hundreds of Stores, Lay Off 900 Employees Amid Struggles
September 26, 2025 – Coffee giant Starbucks has announced plans to shut down hundreds of its locations and lay off approximately 900 employees as...
Arizona lawmaker calls for WA congresswoman to be executed for urging Trump protests
by Jerod MacDonald-Evoy, Washington State Standard
September 25, 2025
An Arizona Republican state lawmaker on Wednesday called for the execution of a Democratic congresswoman from Washington...
WA lands commissioner wants $100M boost for wildfire funding
by Emily Fitzgerald, Washington State Standard
September 26, 2025
Washington’s public lands commissioner is asking the Legislature for roughly $100 million more to prevent and fight...
Police Investigating Drive-By Shooting in Queen Anne
Seattle police officers are investigating a drive-by shooting in Queen Anne this morning.
On Sept. 25, at about 12:40 a.m., patrol officers responded to a...
Kent Police, Valley SWAT Arrest Murder Suspect in Smoke Shop Clerk’s Death
Kent, WA – September 24, 2025:Kent Police Detectives and the Valley SWAT Team have arrested a 28-year-old Kent man in connection with the death...
Southbound I-405 Closure in Renton Scheduled for September 26–29
Renton, WA – September 26, 2025 – Drivers traveling through Renton should prepare for a weekend closure of southbound Interstate 405 as part of...
King County Seeks Public Input on Road Safety in Unincorporated Areas
Renton, WA – September 26, 2025 – King County is asking residents, commuters, and businesses to share their input on road safety in unincorporated...