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FAA administrator: Boeing needs ‘a fundamental cultural shift’

A year after a door plug blew out of an Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 MAX midflight, a Federal Aviation Administration official says the company is in need of “a fundamental cultural shift … oriented around safety and quality above profits.”

Seattle City Council chair wants to continue focus on public safety in 2025

Seattle City Council Chair Sara Nelson says there’s more work to be done on public safety even after more than 10 related bills were passed in 2024.

Assisted Living Locators opens location in Seattle

Assisted Living Locators announces the opening of its newest location in Seattle.

New Seattle police chief set to assume office in late January or early February

Shon Barnes was announced on Dec. 20 as the next chief of the Seattle Police Department, but he won't assume his new job right away. Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell’s office told The Center Square that Barnes is expected to start sometime in late January to early February.

Seattle police report a net gain of one officer in 2024, breaking four-year streak

The Seattle Police Department had a net gain of one officer in 2024, breaking a four-year streak of a net loss of officers.

Seattle native named YoungArts ‘Winner with Distinction’

Eighteen-year-old Seattle native, Wyatt Silva, has been named a 2025 YoungArts “Winner with Distinction” in the discipline of voice: singer/songwriter.

CA fires a good reminder for WA homeowners to check their insurance policies

Devastating fires continued to burn across Southern California Wednesday, with homes and other buildings destroyed in Los Angeles County. Five people have been confirmed dead so far, with hundreds injured as they race to flee the flames.

Budget deficit may mean protecting, not expanding, substance abuse treatment programs

A prominent state senator indicated that fiscal reality could mean prioritizing and protecting substance abuse recovery programs that are already working over any plans to expand them.

Savvy Senior: Does Medicare cover talk therapy services?

What types of mental health services does Medicare cover? I struggle with anxiety and depression, and my primary care provider recommended I see a therapist or psychiatrist.

Oldest state employee, from Monroe, calls it a day at age 91

Gloria Hopkins knew a small celebration would happen for her retirement, but was wowed by how big a deal it would become.

Confront the common cold with this beloved seasonal staple

Everyone knows there’s no cure for the common cold. Though colds can strike at any time, cold season tends to occur when the weather cools down and people spend more time indoors.

Seattle Convention Center welcomes NWWS back for Signature Exhibition

The Seattle Convention Center (SCC) has invited Northwest Watercolor Society (NWWS) back for a Signature Exhibition beginning Jan. 23 and running through July 15.

Next King County executive could decide the fate of KCRHA

Future support for the King County Regional Homelessness Authority from the county executive’s office will depend on who is elected in the 2025 general election.

Truckers want to put the brakes on new EV regulations

A collection of state trucking advocacy groups is calling on Gov. Jay Inslee and incoming Gov. Bob Ferguson to put the brakes on implementing new regulations that they warn could severely disrupt operations in Washington and elsewhere.

Magnolia Skatepark fundraiser Tuesday

A vinyl night fundraiser for the Magnolia Skatepark will take place at 3 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 14.

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