The temporary ban, enacted by the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, prohibits fishing for all species along the entire river, extending from its mouth to its confluence with the Skykomish River.
A lawyer for Christa Pike says the death row inmate has not regained consciousness since the state's failed execution Wednesday night.
Deciding to See: The View from Nathan's Bus, a collection of short stories, many of which were published at The Urbanist over the last decade, recently earned the distinction of being a finalist for the Washington State ...
A buildup of artery-clogging plaque may begin much earlier than many people realize, new research has found.
Buying a newly built home is now cheaper than purchasing an existing one in many U.S. housing markets.
Why are there no freeways in Vancouver? (Undercouver) This is an open thread.
President Donald Trump renewed his push to make daylight saving time permanent in the United States by trying to step up the pressure on Sen. Tom Cotton of Arkansas and releasing the personal cellphone number of the Sena...
Cornell President Michael Kotlikoff said he supports an independent investigation into the university's handling of the 2024 sex assault allegations, as well as the state's criminal investigation into the case.
By Erica C. Barnett Seattle Nice has two interviews for you this week! On Friday’s show, we sat down with… The post Two Seattle Nice Interviews This Week: Mayor Katie Wilson and Budget Director Aly Pennucci, ...
By Erica C. Barnett Seattle Nice has two interviews for you this week! On Friday’s show, we sat down with… The post Two Seattle Nice Interviews This Week: Mayor Katie Wilson and Budget Director Aly Pennucci, ...
Rescue teams are trying to locate an air ambulance that went missing after it departed from Bermuda overnight, along with the six people on board, while en route to Boston.
President Trump says more than 20 million seniors enrolled in Medicare Part B will get $90 checks to help cover their premiums.
The man who oversees Tennessee’s prison system will step down after Christa Pike’s failed execution, the state’s governor said Saturday.
A Chilean fruit supplier has expanded a recall of its frozen organic berries that were sold in Walmarts and Trader Joe's stores across the U.S.
West Seattle Ledger Off patr Sat, 10/03/2026 - 8:00am
Justine May, a South Carolina mother, has been charged with starving her two young daughters to death after police found them dead during a welfare check.
Bellevue should reconsider plans to extend NE Spring Boulevard. An alternative bike and pedestrian trail would be much cheaper and complementary to the future BelRed park the boulevard would cut through.
Eye drops and other eye treatments sold under nine different brand names have been recalled because they may not be sterile.
A Thurston County judge struck down key provisions of a new state law that established new eligibility and oversight requirements for county sheriffs.
Seattle Police investigate playground stranger incident at Alki Elementary School Off patr Fri, 10/02/2026 - 7:09pm
A woman was arrested after deputies say she threatened a roommate with a knife during a domestic disturbance. Meanwhile, a man found himself in a prickly situation.
Florida and Texas lead the 2026–2027 snowbird rankings with warm, affordable cities offering seasonal housing and convenient amenities for extended winter stays, according to a recent analysis.
The NTSB is investigating after a Glasair aircraft crashed shortly after takeoff from Paine Field in Everett Thursday afternoon, killing the plane's sole occupant.
A popular electric balloon pump sold at Dollar Tree is being recalled after reports of overheating, flames and an explosion.
Layoffs at a statewide immigrant rights nonprofit raise questions about how the group will continue to run an ICE reporting hotline and other services that assist people facing deportation.
Governor Bob Ferguson and the Washington State Department of Ecology Director Casey Sixkiller released a joint statement warning that a proposed Canadian oil pipeline expansion could pose severe threats to the Salish Sea...
Surging diesel prices are pushing trucking companies to the brink, threatening jobs and the delivery of essential consumer goods across the nation.
FDA inspectors found cyclospora at a Mexican farm linked to a U.S. outbreak that sickened nearly 13,000 people, though the contamination source remains unclear.
The family of a 23-year-old metro Atlanta man is demanding answers after he was killed during a violent attack at a Minneapolis mental health treatment facility.
As high school seniors polish their college admission essays, one local university is changing up its application for students.
Candidates will run for Congressional District 9 seat.
Washington state leaders are warning that Canada’s decision to prioritize an oil pipeline from Alberta to British Columbia could have environmental consequences for the Pacific Northwest.
Westside Seattle Crime Report Off patr Fri, 10/02/2026 - 4:10pm
An 18-year-old has been charged with second-degree murder in the August shooting death of Coast Guard member Connor Overstreet in Skyway.
From music legends to classic film stars, here’s a look at the well-known figures who have died in 2026.
State Sen. Jesse Salomon, the incumbent since 2018, is facing a challenge in Legislative District 32 from long-time state Rep. Cindy Ryu.
Sept. 28 on southbound SR-167, a black Porsche struck a green Kawasaki motorcycle, killing the Kent motorcyclist.
Washington’s minimum wage workers will get a 3.5% pay bump in 2027.
A new poll commissioned by OPB identifies cost of living, the economy, healthcare and homelessness as top issues for likely voters.
Providing disability accommodations for powwow participants isn’t common on the powwow circuit, but one Washington man has made it his mission to bring the practice to dances across North America. His effort brought a ne...
Weekend Service Impacts RapidRide D Line will have stop #14230 15th Avenue NW & NW Market Street (northbound) relocated from Saturday, October 3 at 7 a.m. to Sunday, October 4 at...
Polls have shown the hotly contested U.S. Senate race in Texas is in a dead heat.
Due to the location of water mains and sidewalk gaps, Seattle often heaps more fees on homebuilders in formerly redlined communities, echoing racial discrimination of the past.
Shield AI plans to build military jets at 420,000-square-foot building
The timber town of has been reborn with surfing, sea life, and luxury glamping.
Traffic is tough, gas is expensive and parking is difficult. And for many living with disabilities or reduced incomes, owning a car is simply off the table. Week Without Driving...
Troopers are seeking witnesses to a shooting that happened on northbound I-5 near the Federal Way Rest Area just after 2 a.m. on Friday.
Cairo, a new Egyptian restaurant from Tacoma caterer Om Eldonia, will open in Ballard on Saturday, Oct. 3. The restaurant will open at 5 p.m. at 5465 Leary Ave NW, ... Read more
"It Lasts Forever and Then It's Over" by Anne de Marcken is a genre-defying meditation on mortality, transformation, and love. It's perfect for early fall — and offers a bit of darkness for all who celebrate the spooky s...
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