Help Arrives For Those Cut Off By Highway 2 Closure

Food, firewood, and fuel were delivered Wednesday for residents stranded by an extended highway closure near Stevens Pass.

Alaskan Crab Boat Survivor: 'It Happened Really Fast'

Rescue crews battled winds of more than 40 mph and 15 to 20-foot seas after the boat sent a mayday call on New Year's Eve.

Community, First Responders Honor Fallen Pierce County Deputy

Neighbors and first responders lined a procession route along South Tacoma Way ahead of a public memorial for Deputy Cooper Dyson Monday.

Burien Police Deliver Christmas Presents To Boy Injured In Crash

Four Burien deputies bought Christmas gifts for a two-year-old boy who was hospitalized in a crash that injured 10 others.

Deputy Cooper Dyson Memorial Service: Procession Route & Times

The public is invited to come pay their respects and honor the life of Deputy Cooper Dyson at a memorial service in Tacoma Monday.

Washington Ranked Best State In Annual National Survey

U.S. News & World Report placed Washington at the top of its yearly ranking of best states.

Large Donation Boosts Effort To Save Tacoma's Holy Rosary Church

A local foundation pledged up to $1 million to help pay for repairs and keep the Tacoma landmark from being demolished.

National Adoption Day: 14 Pierce County Kids Get Forever Homes

During a special event Friday morning, 14 foster kids will be formally adopted by 10 Pierce County families.

Washington Is Home To 3 Of The Best Small Cities In Nation

A new study from WalletHub confirmed what we already knew: Our state has some of the best small cities in the nation.

Do You Know This Big Pig? Pierce County Searches For Owners

Deputies crossed paths with a very large oinker while on patrol in Graham Monday night.

Letter To The Editor: Plight Of The Orcas

​Five major reasons the Southern Resident orcas are in trouble...and what we can do to help them.

Orca Recovery Day Events In Washington

Saturday is Orca Recovery Day and there are plenty of events planned around the region.

Draconid, Orionid Meteor Showers Peak: When To Watch

We could get a couple of chances to see the meteor showers in the weeks ahead.

Upcoming Alzheimer’s Walks In Washington Raise Money For Research

Hundreds of Walk to End Alzheimer’s events are scheduled around the country, including six coming up in Washington.

Washington's Top Stories On Patch This Past Week

A 'Botox Bandit' is wanted in King County, Salvation Army Seattle is ending its Sodo operations, and a neighbor dispute sees gunfire.

In The Garden: Washington's Photos Of The Week

What are you out doing this summer? Share your photos with Patch, and your work could be featured next week.

Washington's Top Stories On Patch This Past Week

A Puyallup man's 'life or death' heart medication was stolen by a porch pirate and ReachNow cancels its plans for Seattle.

Summer Days And Nights: Washington's Photos Of The Week

What are you out doing this summer? Share your photos with Patch, and your work could be featured next week.

2019 Olympic National Park Goat-Lift Underway: Photos

See photos of state wildlife officials removing mountain goats from Olympic National Park by helicopter.

Washington Ranks High Amongst Nation's Patriotic States

Patriotism means different things to different people, according to a new analysis that shows Washington to be among the more patriotic.

Fundraiser Set Up For Woman Killed In I-5 Crash

April J. Toor, 29, died early Sunday morning when her car rolled over along I-5 in South King County.

WA's Median Age Increased Since 2010, But Not Much: U.S. Census

The median age in the U.S. increased since the 2010 Census, new estimates from the government show. But Washington's median remained at 37.

WA Ranks 3rd In U.S. For UFO Sightings

After reports that Navy pilots were encountering UFOs at hypersonic speeds, Patch took a peek at the most recent sightings in Washington.

Hear Pacific Coast Right Whales 'Sing' For The First Time Ever

Scientists have recorded right whales singing in the Pacific, the first sign of that behavior in the species.

Raspberries Sold In Wash. Recalled Over Norovirus

The frozen red raspberries were sold at WinCo stores in Washington, according to the FDA.

How The VW Diesel Scandal May Benefit Washington Commuters

Washington got $112.7 million in connection to the VW diesel car scandal. That money will make its way onto local streets.

The Latest On Western Washington's Serious Drought

Western Washington is in the midst of a "moderate" drought, and long-range forecasts indicate a very dry summer.

Meet The Mollusk-Sniffing Dog Protecting Washington's Waterways

Puddles, 2, is a Jack Russel terrier mix who can sniff out invasive mussel larvae.

Celebration Planned For One Of Washington's Most Special Lakes

Join experts to learn about the geology and plant life at the state’s only freshwater aquatic reserve

Small Earthquake Hits Washington's Pacific Coast

The quake was one of three above a magnitude 2.5 that have hit the Pacific Coast over the past two days.

State Wildlife Chief Supports Wolf Removal From 'Endangered' List

WDFW Director Kelly Susewind's support for a federal proposal comes as Washington's wolf population is just starting to cross the Cascades.

See Suicide Prevention Resources In Seattle, King County

Find out how to recognize signs that someone might attempt suicide and where to get help locally.

Dog Attacks On Washington Postal Workers Have Increased Slightly

Dog attacks on postal workers fell nationwide in 2018. However, that was not the case in Washington State.

Can You Beat A Tsunami On Foot? New State Maps Let You Know

New "walk time" maps from the Washington Department of Natural Resources show how long it might take to beat a tsunami on foot.

Wolf Pack Found In Western Washington, First One In Decades

Washington's annual wolf census is in. In addition to a larger population, a new pack has emerged on the Puget Sound side of the Cascades.

2 Free Days At Washington State Parks In April

The two Discover Pass-free days in April are among nine remaining free days coming up in 2019.

Tyson Chicken Strips Recalled In Washington Due To Metal Hazard

Tyson recalls about 69,000 pounds of chicken strips sold nationally and in Washington due to possible metal hazards. Here’s what to do.

Port Townsend 'Most Boring' Town In Washington: Report

BestLifeOnline.com identified Jefferson County's Port Townsend as the state's most boring place. What do you think?

These Are The Most, Least Diverse Cities In Wash., Study Says

Some of the state's biggest cities - including Seattle and Tacoma - were found to be much less diverse than some smaller cities.

First Sea-Tac Airport Store Owned By Native Americans Opens

Sacred Circle Gift Shop will operate on Concourse A at Sea-Tac.