Washington state
Football Coach Wins Right to Pray on Field
It's hard to imagine, but until Monday a high school coach could be fired for taking a knee to pray at a football game in America.
Graduating Students Hand College President Pride Flags Over Anti-LGBT Rules
The university, which is affiliated with the Free Methodist Church USA, does not allow full-time staff to be in same-sex relationships.
'Stop the Steal' Group Fined Over Lack of Evidence in Voter Fraud Lawsuit
A Washington state group and its attorney have been penalized by the state Supreme Court after it ruled the group's lawsuit had "no competent evidence."
Cougar Attacks 9-Year-Old in Washington After Earlier Sightings Spark Fear
The Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife is now testing to see if the animal had rabies, which may have made it more likely to attack.
Arby's Worker Seen Urinating in Milkshake Mix on Video: Police
Police found recordings of Arby's night manager Stephen Sharp engaging in the acts while investigating him for child pornography possession.
Man Who Murdered His Wife and Two Stepdaughters Killed in Prison
Dayva Cross had initially been sentenced to death for the 1999 murders of his wife and two stepdaughters.
Amazon Relocates Workers Due to Out-of-Control Violence in Downtown Seattle
Numerous other companies in the area have opted to keep workers remote for the same reason.
Mother Arrested for Alleged Prolonged Abuse, Starvation of 6-Year-Old
The Washington state woman is accused of beating and possibly injecting illicit drugs into her daughter.
Man Shot Dead After He Rams Vehicle Into Federal Building—Police
Police officers tried to provide medical attention to the suspect, but he died as a result of his injuries.
Adorable Pictures Show an Endangered Baby Orca Just Days Old
It is the first calf to be born into the endangered family for two years, according to the Center for Whale Research.
Woman Stabs Boyfriend With Sword During Argument—Police
Tednisha Louise Lee-Dickson, 29, is accused of stabbing her 53-year-old boyfriend in a motel.
Jack in the Box Customer Fatally Run Over in Drive-Thru Dispute: Police
The 68-year-old victim "was run over several times" in what appeared to be an intentional act, officers said.
Single Parking Space in Seattle Shockingly Listed At $50,000
The 128 square foot spot is located in the popular Capitol Hill neighborhood and is attached to a luxury condomium.
Disabled Woman Missing for Nine Days Found Inside Car at Tow Yard
A local police spokesperson said a request was made for medical aid after the woman was found to be in a "serious medical condition."
Man Swipes at Applebee's Bartender With Meat Cleaver Over Vax Proof: Police
The man faces one count of assault in the second degree for the attempted attack.
Fred Meyer Shootings: Suspect Remains At Large, Investigation Ongoing
The shooting took place inside a store in Richland, Washington.
Funeral Home Tells Man a Stranger Was Buried in Father's Coffin
The unidentified body was buried while wearing the military dress uniform of the man's father, a deceased 97-year-old World War II veteran.
Prosecutor's Wife Publicly Calls Herself a 'Proud White Nationalist'
Republican Spokane County Prosecutor Larry Haskell insisted that his wife Lesley Haskell's racist views were "hers alone."
WA Bill Introduced to Make Election Lies That Cause Violence a Misdemeanor
Governor Jay Inslee says the bill "confronts an unrelenting threat that is a clear and present danger in our society."
Bar Owner Accused of Drugging Drinks, Sexually Assaulting 20 Customers
Christian Sayre, the owner of a bar in Everett, Washington, is being held on $1 million bail and facing 10 felony sexual assault charges.
WA State Senate Passes Bill Making Harassment of Election Workers a Felony
Washington's state Senate unanimously approved the measure in response to months of threats against election workers since the 2020 presidential election.
Charges Filed Against Washington Dam Owner, CEO Over Alleged Pollution
The charges stem from a construction project in 2020 that allegedly polluted stretches of the river with chemicals found in rubber that are toxic to fish.
Man Found Drowned to Death in Car After Pacific Northwest Flooding
Delbert Pratt went out to move his vehicle to higher ground and did not return, said his wife, who reported him missing.
Aerial Video Shows Massive Flooding in Washington State Area
At one point, a boat crew rescues two stranded people who are standing on a pickup truck that's almost completely submerged.
Doctor Under Investigation for Issuing Misleading COVID Vaccine Exemptions
Dr. Anna Elperin is being investigated in Washington state amid allegations that she issued exemptions without providing proper medical reasoning.
Washington State Reps Spent Over $4K to Attend Election Fraud Conference
The money provided to Robert Sutherland, Vicki Kraft, and Brad Klippert all came from taxpayers, according to The Seattle Times.
WA State House Goes Virtual Before 2022 Session Begins, Cites COVID Worries
The Washington House of Representatives will only allow two members from each caucus and their presiding officers to attend in-person legislative meetings.
Father Sentenced to 6 Years After Admitting He Threw Infant Son Down
A man will serve six years after pleading guilty to first-degree attempted assault of a child, causing brain trauma and other injuries to his then 2-month-old.
California, Pacific Northwest Hit With Low Temperatures, Snow Over Weekend
California's Department of Water Resources reported Monday that this weekend's snow put the Sierra Nevada snowpack at 145 to 161 percent for this time of year.
Ex-Washington Gov. Candidate's Assets to be Sold to Pay $5M Owed to State
On top of a $2.6 million fine, Eyman owes $2.9 million for the state's attorney fees and cost for the lawsuit that took almost four years to settle.