Seattle’s dry spell may soon be the second longest in its history
Seattle could match the second-longest dry spell in its history — 51 days in 1951 — on Wednesday. The current record for most consecutive days...
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Western lawmakers seek more federal aid for farmers, ranchers hurt by extreme heat, drought
Lawmakers from across the West and beyond are urging the U.S. Department of Agriculture to provide additional aid to farmers and ranchers, after widespread reports...
In wake of violent weekend in Seattle, Durkan says police and community-led efforts are both needed
As city leaders, activists and law enforcement officials continue debating what the future of policing should look like, Mayor Jenny Durkan argued Monday that the...
Seattle Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon canceled for 2021
Seattle participants were notified Wednesday that the 2021 race has been cancelled. The next Rock 'n' Roll Marathon in Seattle is slated for June 12...
Extreme fire danger leads Washington to close recreation areas and other land east of Cascades
The State Department of Natural Resources announced it will close all DNR-managed lands east of the Cascades, starting Friday. Fire danger is either at very...
A teenager’s body was found in Green Lake. His family says he had been missing for days
A 15 year-old, who died from drowning, was found in Greek Lake on Wednesday afternoon.
South King County mechanic wins $1 million prize in Washington’s COVID-19 vaccine lottery
The "Shot of a Lifetime" $1 million prize winner joined Gov. Jay Inslee at a news conference Friday. Washington reached its goal of 70% of...