Report: WA targeted by DHS voter-fraud investigation ‘surge’
The probe, first reported by CNN, is a further escalation of the Trump administration’s efforts to crack down on instances of voting by noncitizens and other ineligible voters — despite evidence such cases are vanishingly rare. Continue reading at The Seattle Times. (Ellen M. Banner)
After Seattle Center shooting, Mayor Wilson says police will update the public faster
Going forward, Wilson said she expects police to update the media “within one hour of a significant incident,” and the public even sooner via social media or AlertSeattle, the city’s text alert service. Continue reading at KUOW. (Lindsey Wasson)
AI’s growing role in wildfire response
AI is already helping detect and monitor wildfires. Now, researchers are exploring how it could help fire officials decide where to deploy crews across multiple fires. Why it matters: Studies show climate change is contributing to longer, more intense wildfire seasons, forcing officials to make high-stakes decisions about how to prioritize limited resources. Continue reading at Axios. (Gina Ferazzi)
Aberdeen Daily World
Unemployment drops in Grays Harbor, Pacific counties
Port of Grays Harbor earns clean audit from State Auditor
Axios
AI’s growing role in wildfire response
Former Seattle police chief breaks silence on ouster
Bellevue Reporter
DOJ attacks King County for release of Mexican citizen from jail
Capital Press
Beekeeper denies Labor Department allegations but agrees to conditions
The Daily News
Cowlitz County Tourism says Mount St. Helens is a priority. The chamber says otherwise
Everett Herald
Hop on Port of Everett’s free shuttle
PUD to celebrate opening of south Everett solar project
Kitsap Sun
Small fire ignites at Kitsap County Sheriff’s Office on Monday
Wrongful death lawsuit filed after Olalla woman killed in WSP crash
Labor Day 2026: Ferry congestion expected ahead of holiday weekend
News Tribune
You’re back on camera when you drive through this east Pierce County city
Lakewood fires police chief. He says the decision is about department culture
Tacoma mayor, shopping center landlord speak out about Fred Meyer departure
New York Times
Employer Health Costs Are Expected to Spike in 2027
In a Big Win, Google Avoids a Breakup of Its Ad Tech Business
Allies Grumble That U.S. Is Hindering Global Economic Growth
Olympian
Olympia mayor asks WA to help speed up Jungle closure, build emergency housing
Port Townsend Leader
Old airstrip gives way to 138 homes
Maritime industry charts course for next generation
Legal fight escalates as city appeals state land-use ruling
City waives $120K in penalties to preserve affordable housing
Puget Sound Business Journal
More than $1B in tariff refunds are in limbo. Here’s why.
Seattle Times
Teacher strike averted; Seattle schools will start Wednesday
Report: WA targeted by DHS voter-fraud investigation ‘surge’
Opinion: Who will build those AI data centers? People in the trades
Editorial: Illegal vending clogs Seattle streets. Everett has a solution
Opinion: Seattle deserves a better city government. Here’s how to do it
How Seattle’s communication during mass shooting compares to other cities’
Global warming will exceed limit, UN says in a report that maps path to get back below danger zone
Spokesman Review
Spokane City Council to receive major pay raises next year
Spokane council considers creating eviction protections after disasters
WSU cleared to sell beer and wine at football games with added safety measures
Do you live near an alluvial fan? Geologists weigh prospect of mudslides after Spokane fires
Washington Post
U.S. Mint puts golden $1 coin with Trump’s image into circulation
Fall vaccine guide: What to know about covid, flu and RSV shots this year
Using legal loopholes and executive power, Trump is remaking Washington
Social Security could face cuts in 2032. This is who experts think would be most affected.
WA State Standard
9 justices on the Supreme Court or 13? Numbers battle revived in Congress
Judge blocks New York’s ‘climate Superfund’ law as other states watch closely
Ferguson won’t try to oust WA wildlife commissioners at center of misconduct probe
Broadcast
KING 5 TV (NBC)
Whistleblower: Postal Service work to comply with Trump’s mail voting order is rushed, sloppy
KIRO 7 TV (CBS)
New pancreatic cancer drug brings hope at Fred Hutch Cancer Center
Deal reached: Seattle students go back to class Wednesday as planned
Bite of Seattle shooting: Judge orders 15-year-old suspect to remain in custody
Interim chief has not decided if he’ll apply for the permanent role as applications start
Seattle mayor rolling out new communication protocols for major events, safety incidents
UW looking into new student conduct policy changes, already raising concerns for students and staff
KNKX Public Radio
New Olympia pilot program allows people to live in vehicles
KUOW Public Radio
15-year-old Seattle Center shooting suspect denied home release
Strike averted: Seattle schools to start Wednesday morning as planned
Seattle’s overdose recovery center connects hundreds to medication in first year
After Seattle Center shooting, Mayor Wilson says police will update the public faster
Web
Cascadia Daily News
Skagit County reduces burning restrictions to allow recreational fires
Opinion: Lummi Nation offers model for county’s path to behavioral health, justice
No more failing grades, skipping school: Ferndale raises academic standards for athletes
Cascade PBS
WATCH: Understanding Uber lawsuits in Washington
MyNorthwest
Seattle police ‘closing in’ on two people of interest in Bite of Seattle Shooting
Bite of Seattle shooting: Judge orders 15-year-old suspect to remain in custody
No Seattle Teachers Strike: 50,000 Students Head Back to School Wednesday as Planned
After Bite of Seattle shooting, SPD must now update media within 1 hour of any major incident
West Seattle Blog
TRAFFIC, WEATHER, TRANSIT: Back-to-school Wednesday notes
BULLETIN: Tentative contract agreement reached, so Seattle Public Schools WILL start Wednesday