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Olympia teen’s overdose death sparks warning over social media drug deals

Investigators said Avery Ping died in December after trying to purchase ecstasy on Snapchat; instead he received something laced with fentanyl. Three months after an overdose claimed the life of an...

Pioneer Square still rebounding 5 years after start of COVID-19 pandemic

On March 15, 2020, former Gov. Jay Inslee announced bars and restaurants would be shut down; he signed the proclamation order the following day. SEATTLE — Five years to the day...

Seattle Fire Department monitoring 139 ‘dangerous structures’ at risk of demolition

The department has not demolished any buildings under new legislation aimed at expediting the process, but 33 buildings have been addressed by property owners. SEATTLE — Nine months after Seattle Mayor...

Lynnwood police investigating several reports of vandalism at Tesla dealership

Amid growing protests over Tesla CEO Elon Musk's role in the government, investigators say six Cybertrucks were spray painted with profanity and swastikas. LYNNWOOD, Wash. — Editor's note: KING 5 has...

Seattle’s only national park faces uncertainty as federal budget cuts continue

According to a list leaked by a California congressman, the Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park is in jeopardy of losing its lease. SEATTLE — There is growing concern over the...

Vigil held at USPS facility after man fatally shot by coworker

Edward "Eki" Poloka died on March 4 after an altercation with another employee, according to police. TUKWILA, Wash. — The family of Edward "Eki" Poloka held a vigil on Friday at...

Hundreds rally in Seattle to support Ukraine after heated exchange in Oval Office

The group lined Alaskan Way before marching from the Seattle Aquarium to Colman Dock and back. SEATTLE — Hundreds of supporters rallied for Ukraine along the Seattle waterfront on Saturday, one...

Tumwater school board bans transgender girls from playing girls sports

The vote sparked a protest inside district headquarters, leading to the cancellation of the remainder of the meeting. TUMWATER, Wash. — The Tumwater School District's Board of Directors voted Thursday to...

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