Seattle Ranked Among Top 50 Travel Destinations Worldwide by Travel + Leisure
SEATTLE — Seattle has earned a coveted spot on Travel + Leisure’s list of the Top 50 places to visit worldwide, highlighting the city...
Major Collision Blocks Multiple Lanes on Southbound I-405 in Bellevue; Emergency Crews Respond
BELLEVUE — A significant traffic disruption is underway on southbound I-405, just north of NE 8th Street, after a collision blocked two left toll...
Nighttime Construction Slows Traffic on 6th Ave Between Blanchard & Bell Streets
SEATTLE — Ongoing construction on 6th Avenue is causing significant traffic slowdowns as crews continue work between Blanchard Street and Bell Street, according to...
Swedish Cuts Nearly 300 Positions Across Puget Sound Amid Ongoing Financial Strain
SEATTLE — Swedish Health Services has announced the elimination of nearly 300 positions across its Puget Sound facilities, marking one of the region’s more...
Washington State Considers Requiring Proof of Citizenship to Vote
SEATTLE, WA — A new political initiative in Washington state is drawing attention after an activist called for laws that would require voters to...
Seattle Mariners Reveal Detailed Look at New 50-Season Anniversary Jersey Patch
SEATTLE, WA — The Seattle Mariners have unveiled an up-close look at the special jersey patch created to celebrate the franchise’s 50th season, offering...
Seattle Police Investigating Shooting Near Rainier Avenue S and S Adams Street
SEATTLE, WA — Seattle police are investigating a shooting that occurred Wednesday morning near the intersection of Rainier Avenue South and South Adams Street,...
Roadwork Blocks Left Shoulder on West Seattle Bridge; Drivers Urged to Use Caution
SEATTLE, WA — The Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) issued a traffic advisory Thursday after roadwork crews began operations on the westbound side of...
Kent Police Department Reports Major Early Success in City-Wide Food Drive
KENT, WA — The Kent Police Department announced a strong start to its annual city-wide food drive, crediting both employees and community members for...
Downbeat outlook persists in WA’s final budget forecast of the year
by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard
November 18, 2025
Washington state budget writers got a mild dose of good news on Tuesday, but are still looking...