Sports <p>Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald waves and holds the Lombardi Trophy during the parade. Photos by Ben Ray / Sound Publishing</p>

Championship state of mind: Seahawks take to the streets in...

According to city officials, up to 1 million fans flooded downtown Seattle.

By Benjamin Ray • February 12, 2026 11:25 am


State bill would prohibit local bans on encampments in Washington

Would keep cities and counties from criminalizing camping on public property.

By Jake Goldstein-Street Washington State Standard • February 6, 2026 12:53 pm
Extra DUI patrols set for Super Bowl weekend in King...

More police to be out Feb. 6-8

By Steve Hunter • February 3, 2026 2:57 pm
Governor talks potential return of SuperSonics with NBA commissioner

With the NBA considering a possible expansion, Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson met Feb. 5 with the league’s commissioner to offer…

By Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard • February 6, 2026 10:37 am
Here’s how child care oversight works in WA

How does oversight of child care spending actually work in Washington state?

By Keelin Everly-Lang • February 5, 2026 8:52 am
Super Bowl patrols underway as part of ‘Night of 1,000...

Emphasis patrols will be active in King County to encourage safe driving

February 3, 2026 1:20 pm
Laughter, conversation and shared songs fill Rimini Restaurant, where guests and staff creating joyful Italian moments together on Kirkland’s waterfront. Sponsored
More than a meal: How Rimini Restaurant turns dinner into...

On Kirkland’s historic waterfront, Italian tradition, music and hospitality define every meal

By Rimini Restaurant • January 26, 2026 6:00 am

Where to go ice skating in King County

Gliding around the ice is one of the joys of the holiday season — but not one you will likely…

By Grace Gorenflo • December 22, 2025 1:00 pm
Try Furoshiki: Japan’s eco-friendly way to wrap gifts

In collaboration with the Seattle Consulate-General of Japan and the King County Library System, local residents learned “Fabulous Furoshiki: A New Twist on an Old Idea” at the Woodinville Library.

By Bailey Josie • December 17, 2025 7:30 pm
Let’s get serious about solving WA’s energy challenges | Commentary

For residents of the Pacific Northwest, January 2024 might be memorable because of the winter storm that brought ice and…

By Kris Johnson, Association of Washington Business • November 13, 2025 11:00 am
King County Parks Levy is a critical investment in WA’s...

Guest commentary.

By Mitsu Iwasaki Trust for Public Land • July 24, 2025 2:30 pm
State Senate approves lower drunk driving limit

The bill drops it to 0.05% from 0.08%; still needs House approval

By Jerry Cornfield Washington State Standard • January 29, 2026 10:15 am
Gov. Ferguson denounces recent actions by ICE as ‘un-American’

OLYMPIA – Gov. Bob Ferguson and Attorney General Nick Brown condemned the actions of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers…

By Cassie Diamond, WNPA Foundation • January 28, 2026 9:18 am
Laughter, conversation and shared songs fill Rimini Restaurant, where guests and staff creating joyful Italian moments together on Kirkland’s waterfront. Sponsored
January 26, 2026 6:00 am
Carnation Farms hosts immersive events celebrating regenerative agriculture, farm-to-table food and community connection across its historic Snoqualmie Valley landscape setting. Sponsored
January 26, 2026 6:00 am
The Waltz of the Flowers from the 2024 Nutcracker performance. Photo courtesy Olga Dmitrieva. Sponsored
December 8, 2025 6:00 am
Angela Donaldson with her parents, Kevin and Laurie Hauglie. Sponsored
December 2, 2025 7:30 am