Although these parks may not be the typical heavy hitters, they have a charm to them, offering hidden gems that make them underrated.

Why does Washington have such high gas prices? Here's what goes into the price at the pump.

After 18 years of planning and construction, people will finally get to sample the world’s first-ever train service on a floating bridge. Here's what to know about Seattle light rail openings this weekend.

Adjustable-rate mortgages, last popular leading up to the 2008 financial crisis, are gaining popularity in Washington, and especially in King County. But today's are different, experts say.

Mariners fans returned to T-Mobile Park on Opening Day, ready to follow the near-miss season of 2025 with a championship run.

Amy Herzog’s openhearted yet unsentimental play zooms in on a woman who’s become an (essentially) full-time caregiver for her toddler son who lives with multiple chronic illnesses.

President Donald Trump says he will sign an emergency order instructing the Homeland Security secretary to immediately pay Transportation Security Administration workers as Congress struggles to reach a deal.

“They Will Kill You” follows Zazie Beetz as she storms a New York building run by murderous Satanists to find her missing sister.

A Walgreens store in Seattle’s Central District is set to shutter permanently this spring, marking another pharmacy loss for the city.

The city of Seattle has asked for a new trial and said it plans to appeal the $30.5 million verdict that found the city negligent in the fatal shooting of a teenager at the Capitol Hill Organized Protest in 2020.

Is the Iran war impacting Seattle flight prices? Here's what experts say about the right time to book.

Seattle restaurants are obsessed with chocolate chip cookies right now — so food writer Tan Vinh started chipping away at an investigation into the sweet trend.

This teen gives free financial literacy workshops to students at libraries and schools across Washington, reaching more than 4,500 students so far.

The Mariners are back. Here's what to know on the gameday experience ahead of Opening Day as the M's kick off the 2026 season.

King County is still growing — just not quite like it had been, writes FYI Guy.

The FAA certified a change to the South Carolina-built plane that will allow airlines to carry more or fly farther, depending on how they choose to use the plane.

Here's what's coming to Netflix, Hulu, Disney+, HBO Max, Prime Video, Peacock, Paramount+ and other streaming services in April.

Seattle organizers hope to mobilize more than 100,000 people this time around, which would make it perhaps the largest protest in the city's history.

How well do you know the Eiffel Tower and the Space Needle? Each is shorthand for its city. But which is which — and which is not? Take the quiz.

Mary Nam, who joined KOMO in 2003, announced her departure earlier this month. Her last day is March 31.

Most of the 33 members of the group, called Students United for Palestinian Equality and Return UW, or SUPER UW, entered not guilty pleas.

King County Assessor John Wilson has been charged with two counts of violating a court order.

King County councilmembers announced Wednesday they want to establish an independent inspector general's office to investigate fraud allegations.

Jones, who has written more than 30 books, will visit Seattle on March 30 for an event with Seattle Arts & Lectures.

Lana Condor gets to utilize her dance skills in the action thriller "Pretty Lethal," which is now streaming on Prime Video.

Meta laid off hundreds of employees on Wednesday, about two months after a sweeping workforce reduction at the company.

Salmon Bay FC and Ballard FC announced Wednesday that the clubs will add 267 bleacher seats at Interbay Stadium this season, increasing capacity by about 25%.

A bartender from the late, great Wallingford dive Kate's has opened a new spot on 45th with great food. It's one of five new Seattle bars suggested by Tan Vinh.

The high-energy musical revue celebrates the work of jazz piano legend Fats Waller.

Yes, you can grow a forest in your yard instead of a lawn. Here's how a Seattle couple started one using the Miyawaki Method.

This band dreamed of signing to a famous Seattle label. Now, it is.

Regardless of the state's reason for selling the Caterpillar bonds, Palestinian rights advocates say it's a win to distance public funds from companies tied to wars.

RAMROD has been a staple in Washington cycling for decades. In recent years, cooperation has stalled between race organizers and Mount Rainier National Park.

Blind rescued harbor seal joins Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium.

A burst of color breaking through the clouds is this week's pick for Reader's Lens. Learn how the photographer caught the shot and how to submit your photos.

After a Seattle-based furniture retailer permanently closed its three locations, some patrons said they never received their purchases — or their money back.

The Chinook Indian Nation was formed by Chinookans who refused removal, establishing headquarters at the mouth of the Columbia River.

Developers want rollback of a Seattle affordability program as construction stalls.

An agency gave out billions in grants even when its leaders knew they weren’t equipped to safeguard public funds meant for underserved communities.

Police are searching for Robert Child, a 60-year-old man who is about 6 feet tall, 250 pounds and bald, the sheriff’s office said.

After years of fighting light rail on Mercer Island, officials now look forward to Saturday's opening -- if they can get to the station.

For decades schools phased out wood shop as everyone flocked to computers. But AI has made the trades hot again — right as Seattle Central cuts its wood program.

Season 2, which premieres Tuesday on Disney+, is a greatly entertaining blend of crunchy action and compelling narrative, writes our reviewer.

The Department of Housing and Urban Development claims the program, which helps people from historically marginalized communities, violates the Fair Housing Act.

The Metropolitan King County Council voted Tuesday to restrict federal immigration enforcement from using county property.

The National Weather Service issued wind advisories for parts of Western Washington, which could see up to 50 mph gusts at the coast.

The city of Seattle and King County are removing Cesar Chavez’s name from a park in South Park and renaming the site, officials confirmed Tuesday.

The wait to get through security at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is much shorter than at many other airports amid the partial government shutdown. Here's why.

The Sonics' potential return may take its most significant step toward reality Wednesday when NBA owners vote on whether to move forward on possible expansion.

Multiple high-profile departures from both parties will reshape the Washington state Legislature.