Evacuations Urged Near Thurston County's LaGrande Dam

Tacoma Power announced it would increase water flow from the dam Thursday afternoon, affecting residents living near the Nisqually Delta.

Report Lists Clergy Accused Of Sexual Assault In Washington

ProPublica has compiled 178 lists of “credibly accused” Catholic clergy from around the country, including Seattle, Spokane and Yakima.

Several Crashes On Snoqualmie Pass, Snow Expected Until Wednesday

A tractor-trailer crash blocked westbound travel Tuesday afternoon and multiple spinouts prompted an eastbound closure.

Tobacco Control: How Washington Measures Up In Smoking Prevention

The American Lung Association released its 2020 State of Tobacco Control report, grading every state on its smoking prevention efforts.

‘Double-Barreled’ Flu Season Possible In Washington: Report

While the B strain dominated the season early, the A strain is on the rise, increasing your chances of getting sick twice.

Groundhog Day 2020: When Will Spring Arrive In Washington?

Groundhog Day is Sunday, Feb. 2, and it’s a fun way to look forward to spring. Weather science is more accurate, though.

Super Bowl 2020: Chain Restaurants In Washington Offering Perks

National food chains are set to offer limited-time deals for Super Bowl 2020 on Sunday.

Carjacking Suspect Charged After Graham SWAT Standoff

Kyle Becker faces 12 charges related to a SWAT standoff in Graham Monday. Prosecutors said he had eight previous felony convictions.

Airport Screenings Expand To Sea-Tac Amid Coronavirus Concerns

Enhanced screenings are headed to 15 more airports, including Sea-Tac. At least 16 people have been tested for the illness in Washington.

WSDOT Issues Travel Warning For SR4

Travelers who use SR 4 near Bjornstad Road need to add extra time to their trips for an indeterminate amount of time due debris slide.

Carjacking Suspect Arrested After SWAT Standoff In Graham

The Pierce County Sheriff's Department said an armed man was tracked to a home on 82nd Avenue East Monday morning.

Tacoma Schools Warn Parents About TikTok 'Penny Challenge'

The district said a middle-schooler burned an electrical outlet at school while participating in a "social media challenge" on Friday.

WSDOT Tracks Possible Bigfoot Sighting

State transportation officials spotted some peculiar activity on their traffic cameras this week.

Lawmakers Consider Dropping Fees For Washington State Parks

A bill in Olympia would eliminate vehicle fees for hundreds of sites that currently require a Discover Pass or a day-use permit.

Snowiest Day On Record: Where Washington Has Seen The Most Snow

Washington has seen a few wild snow days in recent years, but the ones in the record books will be hard to surpass.

U.S. Flu Cases Spike To 15 Million: Flu Report In Washington

Health officials this week reported an increase in the Influenza A virus, while the B strain continued to dominate cases.

Washington Snowpack Rebounds Following Recent Storms

Several rounds of wet and snowy weather this month has propelled the state's snowpack levels to a much healthier range.

Report Includes Washington Among Worst States For Drivers

How stressful is it to drive in Washington? A new report by WalletHub breaks down which states are the best and worst for drivers.

50 Monitored For 'Close Contacts' With Novel Coronavirus Patient

Health workers are doing daily follow-ups with 50 people who interacted with a Snohomish County man diagnosed with the new virus.

Investigators Say Motorcycle Gang Behind 2017 Seabeck Murders

The FBI and the Kitsap County Sheriff's Office released new details on the quadruple homicide, three years after the investigation began.

State House Passes Bill Allowing WSP To Destroy Confiscated Guns

The Associated Press reports more than a dozen weapons sold by state law enforcement agencies turned up in new criminal cases.

43 People Monitored For 'Close Contact' With Coronavirus Patient

State health officials said no new infections have been discovered so far. The Snohomish County man remains in an Everett hospital.

Tacoma Police Share Suspect Description In Teekah Lewis Case

21 years after 2-year-old Teekah Lewis disappeared from a Tacoma bowling alley, detectives are hoping a new lead could help bring her home.

Man Diagnosed With Novel Coronavirus Had 16 'Close Contacts'

State health officials have reached out to more than a dozen people who were potentially exposed to the new respiratory virus.

Washington Lawmakers Debate New Gun Bills

The measure that drew the most comment seeks to limit firearm magazines to 10 rounds.

Spike In Public Records Requests For Washington Legislators

Last month, the state Supreme Court ruled lawmakers in Olympia are subject to the same records laws as other public agencies.

Washington Lawmakers Consider Tighter Rules On Cranes

After a crane collapse killed four in Seattle last year, lawmakers in Olympia are proposing new safety regulations and potential fines.

State Challenges Tim Eyman's Spending Habits

Bankrupcy filings show the anti-tax activist spending an average of $24,000 per month while the state seeks more than $3 million from him.

'Typical' PNW Weather Returns For Most In Washington

After a week of freezing temperatures and wild weather for some, Washington looks to be settling back down to normal.

Washington Ranks Among States With Highest Costs To Smoke

A new study by WalletHub ranked the most expensive states for smokers in the nation. Find out where our state finished.

CDC: Most U.S. Vaping Illnesses Linked To 'Informal Sources'

A nationwide survey by the CDC found many people with vaping-linked lung illnesses acquired THC products from non-commercial sources.

MLK Day 2020: Celebrations And Volunteer Events In Washington

Community celebrations, tree-plantings and marches are planned throughout Western Washington to honor the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.

MLK Day 2020: Here’s What’s Open, Closed In Washington

Most government offices, libraries, and schools will be closed for the federal holiday commemorating Martin Luther King Jr.

State And National Parks Are Free On Martin Luther King Jr. Day

The National Park Service and Washington State Parks will waive entrance fees Monday, Jan. 20.

Best Cities To Live In America: 1 Washington City Ranks In Top 10

Just one Washington city placed on a recent list of the best places to live in America — and it's not Seattle.

Romaine Lettuce Is Finally E. Coli Free, Safe To Eat, CDC Says

More than 160 people in 27 states fell ill with E. coli after eating contaminated romaine lettuce. The CDC says romaine is now safe to eat.

Flu Hits Young People Hard This Season: Cases In Washington

Pediatric deaths related to the flu are more than double what they were this time last year, with the reported number now at 39 nationwide.

Car Stolen From Tacoma Dome Station, Deputies Seek Thief

Pierce County detectives are working to identify a man believed to have stolen a car parked inside the Tacoma Dome Station parking garage.

Clallam County Man Still Missing After Recent Snowstorms

Deputies are still searching for a man who vanished after heading to Port Angeles from Neah Bay Tuesday night.

Matt Shea Knocks 'Domestic Terrorism' Report At Capitol Rally

During an annual pro-gun rally Friday, the embattled Washington state lawmaker decried a recent investigation as a "Marxist smear campaign."