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Washington Faces Wealth Exodus as Tax Policies Push High Earners Out

OLYMPIA, Wash. — Washington state, long celebrated as a hub for innovation and entrepreneurial success, is confronting a growing concern: a steady outflow of...

Washington Faces Wealth Exodus as High-Earners Depart for Low-Tax States

Olympia, Wash. — Washington is experiencing a concerning outflow of wealthy residents and high-earning professionals, raising questions about the long-term stability of the state’s...

Seattle Drivers Face $240+ Fines for Using Phones at Red Lights

Seattle drivers are being reminded that checking a phone while stopped at a red light can lead to a fine of more than $240...

Seattle Police Share Playful Throwback: “Holiday Shopping Tips From 1950s Seattle”

SEATTLE, WA — With the holiday season fast approaching, the Seattle Police Department embraced nostalgia and humor this week by sharing a fictional throwback...

Seattle Encourages Residents to Shop Small This Holiday Season

Seattle, WA — As the holiday season approaches, the City of Seattle is encouraging residents to support local shops and restaurants for Small Business...

Seattle Fire Department Conducting Live-Fire Training in Wallingford Nov. 24–25

Seattle, WA — The Seattle Fire Department (SFD) is conducting live-fire training exercises this weekend at a vacant home located at 3502 Meridian Ave....

Detectives Arrest Teen in Ballard Bridge Graffiti and Assault Case

Seattle, WA — Seattle police detectives have arrested a 17-year-old boy in connection with a graffiti incident and the assault of an 80-year-old man...

Historic November Snowstorm Remembered 40 Years Later

Seattle, WA — November 22, 2025 Seattle residents and weather enthusiasts are looking back today at one of the most powerful early-season snowstorms in the...

Man Arrested With Fentanyl After Eluding Police in Stolen Truck

Seattle police arrested a 31-year-old convicted felon Tuesday afternoon after he led officers on a dangerous pursuit in a stolen truck and was later...

SR 99 Tunnel in Seattle Closed in Both Directions Following Power Outage

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) has announced the full closure of the SR 99 tunnel in Seattle after a power outage impacted...

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...

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 Causes Westbound Lane Closure on S Dearborn Street

Seattle, WA — November 19, 2025 Roadwork on South Dearborn Street is currently blocking the right westbound lane between 13th Avenue South and 10th Avenue...

Ballard Bridge Reopens to Traffic After Brief Closure

Seattle, WA — November 18, 2025 The Ballard Bridge has officially reopened to traffic at 9:59 AM on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, according to an...

Car Seats Are Mandatory: Kent Police Reminds Parents to Protect Young Passengers

WA judge rejects bid to ditch description of income tax initiative’s budget effects

2 votes separate WA Democrats in Bellingham-area state Senate race

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