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Officials at Echo Glen Children’s Center were warned about an escape. Then, 7 teens still made it out
SNOQUALMIE, Wash. — Senior administrators at Echo Glen Children’s Center were warned of a possible escape in the days before seven teenagers with violent criminal backgrounds escaped earlier this year, a KING 5 investigation found. As they made their escape, the teens ambushed a staff member and stole...
Catalytic converter thefts down in Washington, but repair costs still high for unlucky victims
WASHINGTON, USA — While car thefts are up, a new report shows that in Washington, thefts of one valuable car part are significantly down. New data on catalytic converter thefts may be surprising: BeenVerified says when comparing 2022 to the first six months of 2023, Washington saw a 77% decline in catalytic converter thefts. This was the biggest dip of all states in the nation.
Think pink - and get a drink - at Lula Coffee in SODO
SEATTLE — Looking for a dose of caffeine and color? Visit the new Lula Coffee location in Seattle’s SODO neighborhood. "It's really easy to tell people - just find the giant R and you'll find us,” said General Manager Carly Kendrick. She and her two best friends...
737 Max simulator being used in western Washington to get pilots certified more efficiently
MUKILTEO, Wash. — Simulation Flight in Mukilteo now has a unique piece of machinery available to pilots. “The nice thing about a simulator in deference to a real plane is number one you’re not going to fly a jet like this to train and learn,” said Michael Haynes who is the chief instructor at Simulation Flight, he is also a retired FAA regulator and airline pilot.
Seattle-based outerwear company to begin outsourcing production to California
SEATTLE — The 126-year-old outerwear company based in Seattle, Filson, is planning to move most of its production out of state. The iconic company told the union representing some of its workers last week about the change. "Filson is like an old family name,” said Daniel Makziller, who was...
Sometimes it only takes a sandwich: Whidbey Island deli customers help feed the hungry
CLINTON, Wash. — Pickles Deli is a place where the staff know the customers by name. For 17 years it has been a place where community always comes first. "Community is our whole life over here," says Owner Kim Bailey. "Everyone needs each other, everyone relies on each other for everything."
Police searching for suspect who randomly attacked 2 at Beacon Hill light rail station
On Tuesday, police released new photos of a suspect who allegedly attacked people with a hammer at the Beacon Hill light rail station last week. Two victims, both in their 60s, were hit in the head and taken to Harborview Medical Center on Thursday, Sept. 28. The 63-year-old woman and 60-year-old man were released from the hospital the following afternoon.
Convenience store owner fatally shot in Tacoma
TACOMA, Wash. — One man was fatally shot in Tacoma on Oct. 3 and the Tacoma Police Department is investigating the incident as a homicide. Just after 1 p.m. on Tuesday, dispatch received a call about a possible shooting in the 3500 block of South Ainsworth Avenue, according to the police department. Officers found a man with gunshot wounds at the scene.
Man sentenced for hate crime after attempted arson at Seattle LGBTQ+ nightclub
SEATTLE — A 26-year-old man from Sedro Woolley was sentenced to four years in prison and three years of supervised release after an attempted arson at Queer/Bar, a nightclub in Capitol Hill. According to the U.S. Department of Justice, Kalvinn Garcia pleaded guilty to setting fire to a dumpster...
How President Biden's 'Bipartisan Infrastructure Law' is impacting Washington state
WASHINGTON, USA — Over $1 billion of federal money will be invested in road and bridge improvements in Washington as well as expanding the state's electric vehicle charging network in 2024. Congresswoman Suzan DelBene announced the numbers Tuesday for the upcoming fiscal year, totaling nearly $1.1 billion. The U.S....
Kraken now face expectations of trying to repeat playoff run in loaded Western Conference
SEATTLE — SEATTLE KRAKEN. COACH: Dave Hakstol (207-178-56 over seven seasons). DEPARTURES: F Morgan Geekie, F Ryan Donato, F Daniel Sprong, D Carson Soucy, G Martin Jones. ADDITIONS: F Pierre-Edouard Bellemare, F Kailer Yamamoto, D Brian Dumoulin, D Ryker Evans. GOALIES: Philipp Grubauer (17-14-4, 2.85 GAA, 0.895 save percentage)...
Grubhub reaches $1.5 million settlement with Seattle over labor violations
SEATTLE — Another major food delivery company has settled with the City of Seattle for over $1.5 million related to alleged violations of gig worker pay regulations. Grubhub will pay a total of $1,529,078.16 to 4,580 impacted workers and $12,461.76 in fines to Seattle as part of a settlement with the city.
Seahawks safety Jamal Adams leaves first game in more than a year with a concussion
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Seattle Seahawks safety Jamal Adams had to leave his first game in more than a year when he sustained a concussion on the opening series against the New York Giants on Monday night. Adams, who tore a quadriceps tendon in the 2022 season opener, was...
Devon Witherspoon announces himself in Seahawks' dominant primetime win over Giants
SEATTLE — Devon Witherspoon's Seahawks career got off to a slower start than the team expected, but the rookie arrived in a big way on Monday Night Football as Seattle beat the New York Giants 24-3. The No. 5 overall draft pick filled up the stat sheet, racking up 7 tackles, 2 sacks, a pass deflection, and the highlight of the night for the Seahawks, a 97-yard interception return for a touchdown that took the remaining air out of an already deflated Giants crowd at MetLife Stadium.
Search for 2 homicide suspects underway in Kitsap County
KITSAP COUNTY, Wash. — The Kitsap County Sheriff's Office is searching for two men who they say are suspects in a murder investigation, marking the fifth homicide in Kitsap County this year. KSCO is searching for 29-year-old Caleb Sloan and 26-year-old Aksel Strom. Both suspects are considered to be...
Significant traffic on northbound I-5 into Seattle after multiple collisions in Tukwila
TUKWILA, Wash. — Drivers are asked to expect significant delays driving into Seattle Tuesday morning after two accidents just miles apart on I-5 northbound in Tukwila jumpstarted major backups. A jackknifed semi-truck was blocking the two left lanes of Interstate 5 just south of State Route 900. The Washington...
Prosecutors, defense offer opening statements in trial for the death of Manuel Ellis
TACOMA, Wash. — Prosecution and defense attorneys painted different pictures of what happened the night a Tacoma man died in police custody, as the lawyers presented their opening statements Tuesday in the trial for the death of Manuel Ellis. Ellis, a 33-year-old Black man, died on March 3, 2020...
Seahawks defense dominates in 24-3 win over Giants on Monday Night Football
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Rookie cornerback Devon Witherson scored on a 97-yard interception return late in the third quarter and the Seattle Seahawks tied a team record with 11 sacks in a 24-3 victory over the struggling and offensively inept New York Giants on Monday night. Geno Smith threw...
Here are five takeaways from the Seahawks' 24-3 win over the Giants on Monday Night Football
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — The Seattle Seahawks will ride a three-game winning streak into its bye week. Leading the entire way, the Seahawks dominated the punchless New York Giants 24-3 on Monday Night Football. Here are five takeaways from the Seahawks' commanding victory. Witherspoon's big game. Many pundits and...
Olympia artist wins award for 'You are not alone' mural at local YMCA
OLYMPIA, Wash. — When Elisa Giudice’s mother passed away in 2018, she relied on the community for support. Now the Olympia artist is giving back to the community in the way she knows best, with a piece of art. “That is my hope,” Giudice said. "That people, if...