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Gov. Bob Ferguson makes first Washington Supreme Court appointment

Colleen Melody, a civil rights attorney, will replace retiring Justice Mary Yu on the state's highest court. OLYMPIA, Wash. — Gov. Bob Ferguson made his first appointment to the Washington Supreme...

Robbery suspect arrested after stabbing and multi-mile pursuit leaves 1 injured

The robbery and stabbing was reported around 3:30 p.m. Sunday at WinCo Foods. PUYALLUP, Wash. — Pierce County Sheriff’s deputies arrested a robbery suspect Thursday afternoon after a brief pursuit...

Mayor-elect Wilson unveils transition team blending labor, housing and business voices

Wilson announced Andrés Mantilla of the policy consulting firm Uncommon Bridges as her transition director. SEATTLE — Mayor-elect Katie Wilson on Wednesday named a team of local leaders to guide her...

Providence Swedish to cut 296 positions, citing financial challenges

The hospital system announced the layoffs Tuesday. It also announced the closure of Credena Health Pharmacy and Swedish Weight Loss Outpatient Clinic. SEATTLE — Providence Swedish, the combined brand of Providence...

Registered sex offender who cut off ankle monitor sentenced to 17 years for abusing minors

James Harrison Newcomer, 29, was sentenced to 17 years in prison Monday after he cut his ankle monitor off and sexually exploited multiple teens. SEATTLE — A registered sex offender who...

Monroe man arrested for kidnapping that ended at Snoqualmie Pass

Monroe police arrested a man suspected of kidnapping and assault after he allegedly abducted his ex-girlfriend's children and assaulted her. MONROE, Wash — A Monroe man is in custody  following his...

Mariners reportedly finalizing 5-year deal to keep Josh Naylor

ESPN's Jeff Passan posted on X that the team was finalizing a deal to keep one of Seattle's three free agents. SEATTLE — The Mariners are reportedly finalizing a deal to...

Mayor-elect Katie Wilson vows to rebuild trust in City Hall in first major post-election speech

Wilson said she will release information about her transition team and administration in the next couple of weeks as she makes her move to Seattle City Hall. SEATTLE — Mayor-elect...

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