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Nightly I-5 lane closures in south King County continue through Wednesday, July 18
Multiple lanes will close overnight on I-5 in the SeaTac, Des Moines and Kent area from July 15-18, 2024, as crews working for the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) remove concrete forms from the new northbound I-5 ramp to northbound SR 509. There will also be local road closures...
Aberdeen man killed in vehicle vs pedestrian collision.
The collision occurred on US 101 just north of State Route 8 in Thurston County. The Washington State Patrol says that Davis was walking on the right shoulder when he was struck by a red 2024 Honda HR-V driven by a 27-year-old Murfreesboro, TN man that was traveling northbound on US 101.
Lakewood City Council considers updates to code around public camping restrictions
Last year the Lakewood City Council adopted two ordinances to address concerns around camping on public property. They are Ordinance 728, restricting camping or erecting structures in parks or on city rights-of-way, and Ordinance 783, making it unlawful to occupy public property. The city’s ordinances are like those adopted in other jurisdictions, including Grants Pass, Oregon.
Far right lane of southbound I-5 in Kent to close for 2 weeks
The far right lane of southbound Interstate 5 in Kent will be closed 24/7 from Sunday, July 21 through approximately Monday, Aug. 5 to install drainage along the freeway to accommodate Sound Transit light rail facilities. The two-week closure will be between South 259th Street to the start of the...
Pallets of countertop materials burn in fire at Tacoma business
TACOMA, Wash. - Fire crews were busy from the crack of dawn Sunday morning. Another massive response happened nearby the railway in Tacoma, prompting dozens of firefighters to the area. This is the second major fire Tacoma firefighters have battled Sunday. The first being the vacant structure on Dock Street...
Pick up free Narcan during drive-thru event in Lynnwood July 20
Residents can pick up a free, life-saving Narcan kit during a drive-thru event from noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, July 20, at Verdant Health Commission, 4710 196th St. S.W.. Lynnwood. Verdant is partnering with South County Fire to distribute the kits. “If you have a loved one struggling with addiction,...
Reminder: Next Lynnwood Meet Me at the Park event at Daleway Park July 16
The second of three Meet Me at the Park events sponsored by the City of Lynnwood is scheduled for 6:30-8 p.m. Tuesday, July 16 at Daleway Park, 19015 64th Ave. W. Local nonprofit agencies will visit Lynnwood parks across the city this summer to provide information about their no-cost or low-cost services, resources and programs. The park visits will have free, fun activities for kids. Due to parking constraints, event organizers encourage attendees to walk or bike.
Shakespeare in the Park in Lynnwood offers ASL interpretation
LYNNWOOD, WA - For possibly the first time in Puget Sound’s history of hosting summer Shakespeare in the Park, the City of Lynnwood will offer ASL-interpreted performances at Lynndale Amphitheatre. The live performances in this summer's 2024 lineup that will be ASL interpreted include:. Thursday, July 18 (Two Gentlemen...
Mariners 2024 MLB Draft: Rounds 5-10 [UPDATED with Scott Hunter comments]
After splashing big in the first two rounds of the Draft, the Mariners are looking to save some money here on Day Two of the Draft. If you missed any of our previous coverage, here’s links to writeups on Rounds One, Two, Three, and Four. Note: we’ll be updating...
‘Cobra Kai’ cast reveals first impressions of each other + who would survive on an island! (2024 Interview)
FOX 13’s Carly Henderson sat down with the cast of Cobra Kai to find out the cast’s first impressions of each other, which cast member they think would be best to be stuck on a deserted island with, and what they REALLY think about Seattle’s Gum Wall and catching a fish at Pike Place Market! Big thanks to Xolo Maridueña (Miguel Diaz), Jacob Bertrand (Hawk), Mary Mouser (Samantha LaRusso), Tanner Buchanan (Robby Keene), Peyton List (Tory), Gianni Decenzo (Demetri) for the chat!
EvergreenHealth Receives Excellence in Lactation Care Award
In recognition of its excellence in lactation care, Kirkland's EvergreenHealth has been awarded the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners Care Award for staffing professionals who hold the International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant certification. EvergreenHealth is the only hospital in Washington to earn this recognition, a release from the health care...
Seattle City Council to vote on steeper fines for street racing
SEATTLE - Seattle City Council is set to vote on a new heftier fine for street racers. A new law just went into effet in Washington earlier this month, targeting anyone who plays a part in street racing and street tag over events. Anyone who is caught helping out or cheering it on, could be just as guilty as the person behind the wheel.
Mayor Pavone joins Bloomberg Harvard City
Laura Pettitt | Communications Director, City of Renton. Sam Fuld | Bloomberg Harvard City Communications Lead. Maria Daniels | Bloomberg Harvard City Communications Lead. Mayor Pavone joins Bloomberg Harvard City Leadership Initiative to advance city progress and improve outcomes for residents. Mayor Armondo Pavone is among the 39 mayors from...
Seattle’s Booming Cruise Ship Business
Seattle’s Alaska cruise business has climbed steadily since its first homeport ship arrived in 2000, serving 900,000 passengers in 291 sailings last year. But despite striking financial success, Seattle’s relationship with the industry has been showing signs of strain, as environmental critics assailed the big ships for polluting the Salish Sea, accelerating global warming and mistreating its workers.
The top draft pick of the Mariners pitches lefty and righty. Jurrangelo Cijntje wants to keep it up
FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — Jurrangelo Cijntje wants to keep his options open with the Seattle organization as a pitcher who switches between throwing right-handed and left-handed. The 15th overall pick by the Mariners in Major League Baseball’s amateur draft Sunday night, Cijntje said there was a reason he...
Prominent Baseball Insider Discusses the Future of the Seattle Mariners
Speaking on this Friday's edition of the "Refuse to Lose" podcast, ESPN MLB Insider Buster Olney spoke about the future of the Seattle Mariners, the outlook of the M's heading into the second half and much more.
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