WA Election Officials Ask For Patience As Ballot Counting Continues

The Secretary of State's office said an issue with the VoteWA system slowed workers' ability to verify signatures and process ballots.

DNR Hiring For 60 Year-Round Firefighting Jobs

Washington is looking to fill dozens of permanent roles to boost the state's firefighting force and forest restoration efforts.

New 'Suspect' In Case Of Skyjacker D.B. Cooper: Report

Eric Ulis claims that Crucible Steel researcher Vince Petersen could be the man who hijacked Northwest Orient Flight 305 in 1971.

WA Election Roundup: Murray, Schrier Extend Leads In 2nd Ballot Drop

Here's how key races are shaping up around the Evergreen State after the second batch of ballots were added to the tallies.

WA Election Night Results 2022: Secretary Of State

The race for the state's elections chief is between Democrat Steve Hobbs and nonpartisan Julie Anderson. Here's the first round of results.

Election Day In WA: Here's What Last-Minute Voters Need To Know

Voter turnout lagged heading into Election Day, but officials expect the usual influx of last-minute ballots before the polls close.

Snoqualmie Pass Sets Early Season Snowfall Record

Snoqualmie Pass typically sees only a few inches of snow this early in the season. Since late October, totals are closer to three feet.

12 Free Days On State Recreational Lands In 2023

Visitors will once again have 12 chances to enjoy state lands with no fees next year. Here are the dates to keep in mind.

Search Underway For Missing Hiker In Olympic National Park

Search teams are looking for a hiker who was reported missing on Wednesday after failing to return from a backcountry trip.

Dozens Of Crashes, Lengthy Closure Over Snoqualmie Pass

WSDOT said unprepared drivers heading over a snowy Snoqualmie Pass late Thursday led to dozens of crashes and a multi-hour closure.

$1.5B Powerball Jackpot For Saturday, Nov. 5: What To Know In WA

Washington has only had one Powerball jackpot winner since the game began: A former Boeing worker who hit it big over Thanksgiving in 2014.

Election Day Is Near: Here Are Some Tips For Last-Minute Ballots In WA

Election Day is Tuesday, and millions of voters have just a few days left to make sure their voices are heard. Here's how.

Bird Flu, Inflation Make Thanksgiving Turkeys More Expensive In WA

The U.S. Agriculture Secretary said Tuesday that it may be harder to find a big turkey this year, but smaller birds should be easier.

Chilly Temps Brings Lowland Snow To The Olympic Peninsula

Plows were out on US 101 Wednesday morning, and a brief winter weather advisory was issued, as snow accumulated around Lake Crescent.

Wednesday’s Powerball Jackpot Swells To $1.2B: What To Know In WA

A single Powerball jackpot has been claimed​ in Washington since the game was launched in 1992.

Federal Judge Sides With Bikini Baristas' Challenge To Everett Rules

The U.S. District Court in Seattle found Everett’s dress code ordinance violated the U.S. and Washington state constitutions.

$18M Headed To Mental Health Facilities In WA

Organizations in King, Pierce and three other counties are receiving state grants to help build eight behavioral health centers.

Taurids, Total Lunar Eclipse & More: Here's What's Ahead Over WA

Fall weather will make it tricky to see the Taurids peak, but there will be more chances ahead — plus an Election Day eclipse.

Conspiracy Pushers Target Races For Local Election Posts

A race for the auditor's office in Mason County mirrors many others playing out across the country heading toward Election Day.

Flu, COVID & RSV: Here's The Situation In Washington

The flu season has been mild in Washington so far, but cases are on the rise, and unusually high RSV activity is straining some hospitals.

WA Judge Orders Meta To Pay $24.6M Campaign Finance Fine

A King County judge ruled Facebook's parent company broke Washington law 822 times and handed it the largest-ever penalty of its kind.

Cayuse, Chinook Passes Close Early For Winter

With more than a foot of recent snow and more on the way, WSDOT said this marks the earliest seasonal closure for Chinook Pass since 2005.

WSDOT Prepares For Winter Travel Season

While strides have been made since last winter, WSDOT said staffing shortages continue to play a role in meeting seasonal needs.

Achievement Tests Show COVID Toll On WA Students, Especially In Math

Washington students saw their scores slip by a few points in reading and math during the pandemic, according to new federal test data.

Washington Woman Fends Off Black Bear Attack While Letting Her Dog Out

The Leavenworth woman was charged by an adult female black bear​ while outside with her dog Saturday morning.

​WA Woman Escapes Shallow Grave After Being Buried Alive: Report

The suspect is the woman's estranged husband, according to a news report.

Premiums Increase Next Year For WA's Paid Family & Medical Leave

Washington's Paid Family & Medical Leave program provided more than $1 billion in benefits to workers this year.

New Puget Sound Airport Search Down To 2 Options

A state commission has narrowed its recommendations to two options for a second airport to serve Western Washington in the coming years.

Washington Receives $200M To Boost EV Battery Factories

Two companies will each receive $100 million to build out manufacturing facilities for electric vehicle batteries in Washington

Daylight Saving Time Ending In WA: What About Sunshine Protection Act?

Washington passed legislation in 2019 to stay on DST year-round, but stalled federal action means the clocks will be changing again anyway.

Some Fire Restrictions Ease On WDFW Lands

With autumn rains finally approaching, certain fire restrictions in place over the summer are beginning to roll back.

Mount Rainier Shutters Some Roads, Campgrounds For Fall

With the seasons changing, Mount Rainier National Park is beginning to wind down certain operations for the season. Here's what to know.

Local Heroes: Help Patch Recognize People Making Life Better Across WA

Patch and T-Mobile are partnering to celebrate Local Heroes who make life better in Washington with contributions big and small.

Rapidly-Spreading Nakia Creek Fire Burns 2,000 Acres In Washington

The Nakia Creek Fire is only about 5 percent contained and is rapidly spreading southwest, according to emergency services officials.

Help Patch Spotlight WA Student Athletes Who Are Also Good Kids

Patch and T-Mobile are partnering to recognize Washington student athletes for the qualities that drive their competitive spirit.

COVID Boosters, Flu Shots Recommended For Fall & Winter In WA

Booster eligibility expands to residents 5 and older next week as state officials urge everyone to get vaccinated against COVID and the flu.

9% Social Security Raise Will Boost WA Recipients’ Checks By $140

Beginning in January, residents who are 65 or older will see a historic 8.7 percent increase in their monthly Social Security benefits.

WA Fire Season Nears End With Fewest Acres Burned In A Decade

While there are still fires burning, and smoke to contend with in October, Washington fared a lot better in 2022 than the last two years.

​FAA Issues Warning About Type Of Seaplane That Crashed In Puget Sound

The sudden failure of the elevator can cause a plane to abruptly go nose-down, similar to witness reports of how last month's crash looked.

Best Places To Teach In Washington In 2023

Niche judged Washington school districts on overall performance, teacher satisfaction, pay and student-teacher ratios.