Why clouds could be responsible for the 2021 deadly heat wave in the Pacific Northwest
Researchers believe the historic heat wave that blasted parts of the Pacific Northwest and Canada during the summer of 2021 may not have happened if it wasn't for a nearby storm system that produced a layer of clouds that impacted the area's available heat.
Police arrest suspect in connection with deadly Lynnwood park shooting
Police arrested a suspect in connection with a deadly shooting at a Lynnwood park last month.
Crews knock down fire at Walmart near Puyallup
Central Pierce Fire and Rescue (CPFR) crews put out a small fire at a Walmart just south of Puyallup Wednesday morning.
Permit approved for large solar power farm in Yakima County
Plentiful sunshine, a nudge from the state of Washington, and even a few sheep will help a large solar power farm in eastern Yakima County begin operation sometime in 2024.
Concerned parents address bullying issues with Franklin Pierce School officials
Following controversy surrounding the death of an 11-year-old girl in Pierce County, officials with the Franklin Pierce School District held a meeting to address safety in the classrooms.
Motorcyclist killed in Tacoma crash
Tacoma police are investigating a crash that killed a motorcyclist Wednesday morning.
Seattle City Council approves ordinance for $650K for police recruiting
The Seattle City Council has passed an ordinance that would authorize the city to reallocate funds for departments to hire, particularly when it comes to the Seattle Police Department.
Repeat offender accused of stealing car in Seattle with 5-year-old child still inside
A repeat offender is accused of stealing a car with a five-year-old child still inside, just days after being released from jail.
Pierce County again approves homeless 'safe parking zone' legislation
The Pierce County Council unanimously approved legislation for safe parking zones, with the aim of getting people living in their cars from parking on city streets.
Black bear near Issaquah lethally removed for habitually eating unsecured trash
Biologists with the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) say they captured and lethally removed a bear in the Squak Mountain area near Issaquah on May 20.
Anti-harassment protection order filed against Pierce Co. sheriff
An attorney representing a Black newspaper carrier who is suing Pierce County and Sheriff Ed Troyer has filed a temporary anti-harassment protection order against the sheriff.
Buyers warned of used car dealerships waiving warranty without their knowledge
The Attorney General’s Office is warning people buying used cars of dealers waiving the warranty without their consent.
WSDA unveils its plans for 2022 Asian giant hornet season
The Washington State Department of Agriculture is continuing its efforts to eradicate Asian giant hornets and officials unveiled their plans for this year.
Seattle Police searching for armed carjacker who looks like The Joker, can't drive a stick shift
Detectives are searching for a group of suspects who police say stole three cars at gunpoint in South Seattle and First Hill on May 18. In one of the carjackings, police say the suspects couldn't drive a stick shift, so they had to bail out.
Seattle Police searching for armed carjacker who looks like The Joker, can't drive a stick shift
Detectives are searching for a group of suspects, including one wearing mask, who stole three cars at gunpoint in South Seattle and First Hill on May 18. Police say in one of the carjackings, the suspects couldn't drive a stick shift, so they had to bail out.
Police search for 3 armed burglars who broke into a Mercer Island home with people inside
Police are investigating after three armed burglars broke into a house in Mercer Island Tuesday morning while the homeowners were inside.
Deputies arrest man suspected of shooting, killing plumber outside Spanaway home
A 55-year-old man, who investigators say is suspected of shooting and killing a plumber outside his home and asking his neighbors to hold onto his guns, was arrested by Pierce County deputies on Monday night.
Crews recover submerged car from Old Fishing Hole in Kent
Puget Sound Fire (PSF) officials responded to reports of a car in the water in Kent Tuesday morning.
Seattle officials release video of man and woman hit by car in road rage incident at Pike Place
The King County Prosecuting Attorney's Office released video of a man and woman hit by a car in an apparent road rage incident on April 17 in Seattle's Pike Place Market.
Seattle officials release video of man and woman hit by car in road rage incident
The King County Prosecuting Attorney's Office released video of a man and woman hit by a car in an apparent road rage incident on April 17 in Seattle's Pike Place Market. (Video released by King County Prosecuting Attorney's Office)