Going Camping? Burn Ban In Effect At All WA State Parks

Starting Thursday, the state Department of Natural Resources is enforcing a burn ban due to drought-like conditions.

A Rare Sight: Grizzly Bear Cubs Coming To Washington

When was the last time you saw a grizzly bear cub? Probably never. A rare sight arrives this week at Northwest Trek.

Killer Whale 'Dead Baby Boom': No Successful Births In 3 Years

Orca J35 has been carrying the body of her dead calf for a week. The death is part of a scary trend in failed pregnancies among local orcas.

'Critical' Blood Shortage In Puget Sound: Bloodworks Northwest

The region's main blood bank only has a two-day supply on hand as donations dwindle in hot weather.

Swimming In Puget Sound? Here's What Lives Beneath The Water

Before you take a dip in Puget Sound, find out what creatures and hazards are waiting beneath the water.

Terminally Ill American Forgives Venice Pickpocket In Open Letter

Michael Veley was angry when he found his wallet had been lifted in Venice, but what happened after he penned an open letter changed that.

​Mega Millions, Powerball: WA's Biggest Payouts Of 2018​

The Mega Millions and Powerball jackpots combined are over half a billion. See some of this year’s biggest payouts.

Wolves Drive Woman Up Tree Near Wash. Campground

The research student had to climb 30 feet up into a tree to escape from several wolves she encountered near Tiffany Springs Campground.

Build-A-Bear Halts 'Pay Your Age' Promotion Due To Crowds

The promotion was TOO successful, with crowds lined up at stores around Puget Sound and nationwide.

Get A Free Slurpee Today At Any 7-Eleven Store

It's July 11, also known as 7-Eleven. Find a store near you to get a free Slurpee.

Cops Rescue Elderly Women From Restaurant Bill They Can't Afford

The two elderly friends went out for a meal at their favorite restaurant. Two King County deputies ended up buying them dinner.

Free Food On July 4 In Western Washington

Check out these tasty deals and freebies from eateries around Puget Sound on July 4.

Big Change Coming For Washington Driver Licenses, IDs

Soon, your Washington license won't be valid to get through airport security.

Early Puget Sound July 4 Forecast Looks ... OK?

It's still early, but here's what meteorologists are predicting for the week of July 4.

See The 'Strawberry Moon' Over Puget Sound Wednesday

The first full moon of summer is special, and it will rise Wednesday night over Puget Sound.

Mystery Object Photographed In Sky Over Puget Sound

A Kitsap Peninsula weather camera early Sunday morning photographed what appears to be a missile being launched into the sky.

Magnitude 3.3 Earthquake Hits North Puget Sound

The quake struck Friday morning around 10 a.m., according to seismologists.

Fishing Is Free This Weekend In Washington

Anyone can go fishing this weekend in Washington - no license required.

Free Entry To WA State Parks, National Forests On Saturday

Happy National Trails Day - national forests and state parks are free on Saturday.

The 'Richest' Place In Washington Is One You've Never Heard Of

Well, maybe you've heard of it. The finance site 24/7 Wall Street calculated the richest town in each state. Here's ours.

Scripps Spelling Bee 2018: Meet The Washington Spellers

The Scripps Howard Spelling Bee takes place this week. See the Washington spellers competing.

24 Memorial Day 2018 Ceremonies Around Puget Sound

Memorial Day is meant to remember those who died in war. Find a memorial ceremony happening near you.

ReachNow Cars Will Come With Discover Passes This Summer

The company today announced “Wild Within Reach,” a new campaign that gives ReachNow members in each city special incentives to visit parks.

Cascadia Megaquake Risk Rises As 'Slow Slip' Event Begins

Every 14 months, a long, slow earthquake happens under Puget Sound, putting stress on the Cascadia subduction zone.

Cougar Attacks In Washington: Very Rare, Rarely Deadly

There have been only a few cougar attacks in Washington over the last 100 years. Saturday's was one of the worst.

Watch 2 Grizzly Bears Destroy A Picnic On Conservation Day

The annual conservation event culminates Bear Awareness Week, the week of May 27–June 2.

Can These Signs Stop Panhandlers? Lakewood Will Find Out

Seventeen signs were installed around Lakewood recently urging drivers to "contribute to the solution," not directly to panhandlers.

How Local Teen Driver Safety Stacks Up Statewide

A recent study looked at how teens in Pierce and King counties stack up against their peers from around the state.

Local Mother-Daughter Look-Alikes - Happy Mother's Day!

This Mother's Day, we asked readers from around Puget Sound to share their best mother-daughter look-alike photos.

Entangled Whale Freed, But May Not Survive

A juvenile gray whale found entangled in fishing gear 20 miles off the coast of Washington was freed by a NOAA response team Wednesday.

Humpback Whale Rescue Underway Off Olympic Peninsula

A whale was trapped in fishing gear 15 miles off the coast.

Gun Safety Equipment Giveaway In Federal Way Saturday

Free lock boxes and trigger locks will be given away to those interested.

Washington Is 6th 'Most Fun' State ... Probably Because Of Rain

Washington ranked highly for fun activities that take place mostly indoors.

The Counties In Washington With The Most Air Pollution: Report

Washington's biggest county also has the dirtiest air in the state.

$542,000 In Grants Awarded To Puget Sound Environmental Programs

“Our mission is to support their efforts and serve as a catalyst for collaboration and continued learning,” said Richard Woo.

Bill Gates Is The World's Most Admired Man

According to the annual YouGov survey, Gates beat out Barack Obama and the Dalai Lama.

Rare Washington Butterfly Faces Extinction

The island marble butterfly was rediscovered in 1998 by state researchers.

Plan To Triple Fees For Mt. Rainier, Olympic Likely Scrapped

An Interior Department plan that called for jacking up fees at Mount Rainier and Olympic national parks appears to be dead on arrival.

You Love Your City, So Why Not Be Its Mayor?

Become a Patch Mayor: The best way to share stories and celebrate the unique place you call home.

Memorial Planned For 2014 Oso Landslide

The Snohomish County Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism announced plans to construct a permanent memorial for the victims, community.