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Granite Falls resident files complaint over neighbor’s makeshift shooting range
A Snohomish County man filed a complaint against the county over his neighbor’s shooting range, located approximately 50 feet from his property. “I’m exhibiting symptoms of PTSD, anxiety and depression, and it’s increasing every time the shooting happens,” Christian Volkle told KIRO 7. Volke, a resident of Granite Falls, claimed he has been hearing gunshots for nearly two years. Volkle retired in unincorporated Granite Falls three years ago.
Increase in auto, drug and property violations in 2023, Everett
EVERETT, JULY 26: Last year Everett saw an increase in drug and narcotic violations, motor vehicle theft and destruction of property according to a recent report done by The Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs (WASPC) On July 9, WASPC released its annual crime rate report for 2023, focusing...
Two Projects Broke Ground of High Interest to Snohomish County Residents
The warm summer weather also means construction season. Two important projects broke ground in Everett that will be of high interest to those who live in Snohomish County. The first project may not be super exciting, but it is very important:. Reservoir 3 Replacement. On Tuesday, Everett’s infrastructure improvement project...
UW Bothell names new dean for School of Nursing & Health Studies
The University of Washington Bothell has named Dr. Vanessa Lopez-Littleton as its new dean of the School of Nursing & Health Studies, effective Nov. 1, 2024. Lopez-Littleton has nearly three decades of leadership and management experience in higher education, public service and health care. She has held several executive positions...
Weekend closure of Kirkland's NE 85th St to impact the Softball World Series
KIRKLAND, Wash. - The summer construction season continues in Kirkland with a significant closure set to impact drivers and attendees of the Softball World Series this weekend. The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) has announced a full closure of Northeast 85th Street between Kirkland Way/114th Avenue Northeast and 120th...
Lululemon larceny: WA authorities bust major theft ring, ‘fence’ arrested
The crackdown continues on a theft ring accused of stealing $500,000 worth of clothing and other items from Lululemon and Ulta stores in Snohomish, King and Pierce County. Loss prevention investigators from those two companies partnered with Bellevue police to put a stop to the thieving. After conducting surveillance on...
Scam and Fraud Prevention workshop for Seniors at the Senior Activity Center
Join us at the Shoreline Lake Forest Park Senior Activity Center for an in-person cyber security training by F5 experts!. With over 60 years of combined IT experience, our presenters will share practical advice on spotting and avoiding scams online. The presentation will focus on email scams, phone scams, fraudulent...
College hoops star Hailey Van Lith’s journey continues at Paris Olympics
SEATTLE - It's almost hard to remember a time when Hailey Van Lith was only Washington's. A prodigious basketball talent, Van Lith has emerged as one of the most recognizable women's basketball stars amid a rising wave of interest in the sport. Her skills on the court have taken her from Cashmere - the small town of fewer than 3,300 residents nestled on U.S. Route 2 between Leavenworth and Wenatchee - to Louisville, Ky., Baton Rouge, La., and soon, Fort Worth, Texas, for her 2024-25 season with TCU.
'We must unite': Seattle parents gather to discuss solutions to youth gun violence
SEATTLE — Parents and community members south of downtown Seattle gathered to say enough is enough. Friday evening’s “Justice for our Youth” event was all about solutions – the problem? – how to keep our young people safe from gun violence. Community leaders say...
Dolls and Gents drill team removed from Seattle parade, organizers cite security concerns
SEATTLE — The Dolls and Gents Drill Team and Drumline has been removed from the annual Seafair Torchlight parade, one week after a group of unaffiliated teens were arrested with guns at the Chinatown-International District parade. According to court documents in the gun case, the mother of a murdered...
Remember the Newberry geothermal project? It’s back with new tech in bid to achieve ‘economic extraction’ of earth’s heat
SEATTLE (KTVZ) -- Mazama Energy Inc., a company founded by Alta Rock Energy and Blade Energy Partners, has announced the start of work on a new demonstration project at AltaRock Energy’s Newberry Geothermal site in Central Oregon, operated by Davenport Newberry Holdings, and ARE. NewsChannel 21 has reported on previous work at or plans for The post Remember the Newberry geothermal project? It’s back with new tech in bid to achieve ‘economic extraction’ of earth’s heat appeared first on KTVZ.
Seafair removes drill team from lineup citing safety concerns
After Seafair organizers pulled their participation due to safety concerns following a gun flashing incident at the Chinatown Parade, nearly 2,000 people have signed a petition calling for the Dolls and Gents Drill Team to be reinstated at the 2024 Torchlight Parade.
Silver Alert activated for missing woman in Seattle
SEATTLE - The Washington State Patrol has activated a Silver Alert for a woman with dementia who went missing in the Seattle area on Friday. Maria Chang, 69, was last seen around 4:30 p.m. Friday at Yale Ave. N in South Lake Union. Chang is described as 5'2", 120 lbs,...
Military personnel ride Sound Transit free during Fleet Week July 29 to August 4, 2024
Sound Transit is honoring members of the military during Seafair by providing free transit service July 29 to August 4, 2024. During Seattle Fleet Week, members and former members of the Armed Forces, including active duty, veterans and retirees, can ride free on Link light rail, Sounder commuter trains and Sound Transit Express buses.
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