Four-alarm fire at lumber yard on Seattle’s Ship Canal still smoldering VIEW
Seattle Fire Department spokesperson Kristin Tinsley said it could take up to several days to fully extinguish a fire this large.
Crystal Paul
For a dose of nature when you’re short on time or resources, turn to urban trails VIEW
No time to hit the backcountry? No problem! Put these urban hikes on your weekend agenda.
This tiny Washington town goes hard for Halloween VIEW
For the month of October, Bucoda, a Washington town of just 562 residents, becomes “Boo-coda.” It's part of a Town Council-approved effort to turn Bucoda into...
This Seattle ghost tour freaked us out — and it’ll scare you, too
Seattle Times travel editor and true-crime enthusiast Megan Burbank and ghost-averse reporter Crystal Paul take a tour of haunted Seattle to learn about the city’s...
Strong winds kick up a storm of ash, dust on Mount St. Helens
Air pollution caused by the ash and dust in the mountain's vicinity may continue through the afternoon, but conditions are expected to improve as winds...
Phoebe Robinson gets real about confidence, honesty and writing in her own way
Comedian-writer-actor Phoebe Robinson, of "2 Dope Queens" fame, has a new book out: “Everything's Trash, But It’s Okay." Before she comes to town Oct. 19...
24 hours in Vancouver, B.C.: A newcomer gets a fascinating glimpse of a complicated city VIEW
When it comes to making the most of an impromptu weekend trip, Vancouver provides — with diverse communities, a hotel perfect for hiding out from...
Hikes, hayrides, pumpkin patches: Make the most of fall’s final weeks
Fall might be a death knell to outdoor fun in other parts of the country, but in the Pacific Northwest, there's still plenty of time...
Close encounters of the predator kind: A wildlife biologist shares safety tips for run-ins with wildlife
Wildlife biologist Jim Williams knows all about encounters with wild animals: It's his job. He shares his advice for staying safe in the wilderness.
Barhop by ferry for a beer-filled weekend in Bremerton and Port Orchard VIEW
With the captain as designated driver, fresh air and incredible views, taking the ferry to local breweries is an outdoorsy twist on barhopping — and...