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Seattle Braces for Week of Showers and Thunderstorms, NWS Reports Persistent Rain
Seattle's spring showers are sticking around, with forecasts predicting a series of thunderstorms and persistent rain throughout the week. According to the National Weather Service in Seattle, today's weather includes potential thunderstorms, some of which could produce small hail, with an 80% chance of precipitation. The high is anticipated to hover near 55 degrees Fahrenheit.
South Seattle stabbing leaves 2 hospitalized in serious condition
SEATTLE - Seattle Police are investigating a stabbing that left two people in serious condition Friday night. Police say they received reports around 8:20 p.m. of an injured man running for safety near S Raymond St. and Shaffer Ave. S in the Mid-Beacon Hill neighborhood. First responders arrived on scene...
Zebra on the loose near Seattle interstate after four escape from trailer
Four zebras being transported to Montana escaped near Interstate 90 in North Bend, Washington, prompting a community-wide effort to corral them.Three of the animals were subsequently captured but one remained on the loose as of Sunday night, according to King County Animal Control.It’s unclear why the privately owned zebras were being driven to Montana.The animals got loose when the driver stopped to secure the trailer near Exit 32 at around 1pm on Sunday, Washington State Patrol spokesperson Trooper Rick Johnson said.“This is a first for me and all WSP troopers involved. The community has come together to help,” Mr...
Four teenage boys accused of carjacking vehicle in Portland, driving to Bellevue
BELLEVUE, Wash. — According to the Bellevue Police Department (BPD), four teenage boys from Portland drove a stolen Hyundai Elantra to Bellevue. The teens - aged 14, 15, 16 and 17 - are accused of carjacking and threatening a woman with a gun. Police said the carjacking happened in...
King County pilot program provides extra $500 a month to those in need
KING COUNTY, Wash. - With many feeling like the cost of living goes up by the day, a new King County pilot program aims to help those struggling to make ends meet. Program participants can get $500 a month for 10 months, providing a much-needed financial boost for those most in need.
Man dies at homeless encampment outside Burien City Hall/Library Saturday
A man died at the homeless encampment located outside of Burien City Hall/Library on Saturday, April 27, 2024. Burien Police and emergency units were called to an in-progress medical emergency on the sidewalk near or among several tents at around 4:30 p.m. on Saturday. Despite the assistance of bystanders, King...
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