It’s been a year of major shake-ups for Seattle’s art scene, the biggest of which came from Donald Trump’s second presidency. Here’s what else happened in 2025.

Many patients who’ve been released from involuntary mental health treatment are not yet ready to live on their own. Washington state is trying to fill the gap.

The extreme weather has many pinning the blame on climate change. Does that mean the state can use funds raised by the Climate Commitment Act for road repair?

Nonprofit and public housing providers say anti-eviction laws have prevented them from removing tenants who are destructive or refuse to pay rent.

Patrick Fitzsimons, the city's longest-serving police chief brought to Seattle to restore integrity to a department wracked by corruption, has died. He was 95.

Renton Rowing Center officials had anticipated flood aftermath, "but we didn't expect it to be at this level," said Cecilia Krause, the head coach.

Tacoma police believe a second vehicle hit a Washington State Patrol trooper who died Friday night on Highway 509.

More than 2,500 individual donors have given to the annual campaign so far, which supports 13 local nonprofit organizations in Seattle and King County.

The first dental therapy graduates from the Swinomish Tribe's new program hope to help combat generations of dental trauma and neglect in Native communities.

A Washington State Patrol trooper was struck by a vehicle and injured Sunday morning while helping a motorist on State Route 512 in Pierce County, the agency reported. The trooper, whose name was not released, was being evaluated for non-life...

Sea-Tac plans to spend billions upgrading and expanding facilities. But it finds itself short on space and, with five World Cup matches months away, time.

State leaders say they'll seek a major disaster declaration from the president in the coming weeks, which could unlock tens or hundreds of millions in aid.

The shortest day of the year will bring showers and highs in the 40s in the Greater Seattle area. After Christmas, another atmospheric river could be incoming.

Mt. Baker Ski Area is open for business starting Sunday for season pass holders, and Monday for everyone else.

Gov. Bob Ferguson will deploy 100 Guard members to help address flooding and levee failures, as another atmospheric river is on the way.

Officials knew for years that the Desimone levee needed repairs, but a partnership between the federal government and the county broke down, upending a fix.

At least 16 files disappeared from the Justice Department’s public webpage for documents related to Jeffrey Epstein — including a photograph showing President Donald Trump — less than a day after they were posted.

Kent Stevenson's Gospel Magnificat, a modern version of a choral work performed for hundreds of years, is a showcase for a long, influential career.

Ruby the sea otter's 10-year odyssey along the West Coast began as a 1-day-old pup, when someone spotted the abandoned fluffball on a central California beach.

Today, the Northwest Avalanche Center, the nation’s second-oldest avalanche center, is navigating an uncertain future as it turns 50.

The atmospheric river that's flooded parts of Western Washington is part of a broader danger. It's not alarmist to consider the role of climate change.

The administration announced last month it would strip funding from the Housing First model, which provides subsidized housing to homeless people with few conditions.

The combination of soggy hillsides, scoured riverbanks, and snow suggest a driving adventure. But various projects have sought to make I-90 more reliable.

It's been 15 years since WA voters last walloped a state income tax. Now Democrats may try again — in part because of the incredible riches amassed since then.

Frontier Airlines is ending service at Paine Field International Airport in January, just seven months after launching routes from the Everett airport.

The case involves a computer science professor whose parody land acknowledgment led one-third of his students to transfer out of his class.

The bill would bar immigration authorities from entering nonpublic areas of certain institutions without a judicial warrant, judicial subpoena or court order.

Across the Seattle area and beyond, Jewish leaders said they are increasing security and police patrols at public menorah lightings, vigils and Jewish institutions.

No cats or people were hurt, the animal service said, but the building is unsafe for occupancy.

The ski area says it’s not refunding passholders because it will open as soon as there’s enough snow. But Highway 2’s closure will make it tricky to get there.

A former Eastside real estate broker was convicted of an investment fraud scheme in which more than $2 million was stolen from Washington victims.

Rats could climb up your toilet as a result of recent flooding from atmospheric rivers, King County officials say. Enter "wet rat winter." Here's what you should do if you encounter such a nightmarish scenario.

Ski season will reboot this weekend after flooding and windstorms hampered the launch of high season for winter sports. Here's the outlook around Washington.

Join The Seattle Times Mental Health Project for a screening of the film “Rosemead,” followed by a discussion featuring one of the film’s lead actors, the journalist whose column inspired the film and a local mental health expert.

Richland sued the property owners, along with unnamed “John Does,” in September, seeking to declare the property a nuisance.

Pediatricians and legal experts in Washington expressed outrage at Trump administration proposals to effectively ban gender-affirming care for minors.

Areas around Snoqualmie Pass remain under a flood watch from the atmospheric river, though the rain is turning to snow.

Test your knowledge of the week’s news. New quiz every Friday.

Greg Biffle, 55, regularly competed at the Tri-City Raceway in West Richland. He died Thursday when his plane crashed in North Carolina.

Market-research data shows around 32% of the Seattle area's adult population are millennials, the highest share among the largest metro areas, writes FYI Guy.

Residents in North Seattle might see discolored tap water over the next few days while the city utility adjusts operations due to recent storms.

The plan comes at a perilous time for the ferry system and as state finances are strained. Still, Ferguson says, the state has the resources for this investment.

As Amazon, Microsoft, Boeing and others give emergency responders financial support, they're also tapping into their own services to help with flood recovery.

Overbank flooding is expected in the cities of Pacific and Auburn.

Seattle nonprofit offers a suite of free services to youth and families. A young woman who benefited from therapy as a grieving child now wants to help others.

Our annual Costco wine roundup is back! Tune in as our semiprofessional sommelier, Tan Vinh, talks about standout bottles from this year’s haul. Happy holidays!

"Call me a racist, call me whatever you want, but everyone in this room knows exactly how 'those people' act,” the suspect said, according to the charges.

In Pacific, the White River Estates, Park View and Megan Court apartments are still in the Level 3 evacuation zone because of the flooded White River.

The Seattle area will see another round of gusty winds and rain, with snow in the Cascade Mountains and freezing rain in the mountain passes.

Dozens of restaurants around the Seattle area will be open next week, offering their standard menus on Christmas Eve and Day and/or running holiday specials.