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From Tacoma News Tribune, KNKX and 20 more newsrooms, gathered by TMI, 6AM City’s local news service, in the last two days.

  1. Tacoma News Tribune2 hours ago

    Vote now for The News Tribune’s Fall Sports Athlete of the Week (Oct. 26-31)

    Vote for The News Tribune’s Fall Sports Athlete of the Week for high school contests played between Oct. 26-31. Voting will remain open until noon Thursday.

  2. KNKX3 hours ago

    WA governor urges voters to use ballot drop boxes

    Gov. Bob Ferguson said voters should consider using drop boxes provided by their county instead of mailing their ballot. Voting ends at 8:00 p.m. on Nov. 3.

  3. The Olympian3 hours ago

    Olympia bicyclist injured after being hit by car on I-5, troopers say

    Washington State Patrol reports a bicyclist hit on I-5 at milepost 49 near Castle Rock; the injured Olympia man was transported to PeaceHealth St. John in Longview.

  4. The Daily Chronicle5 hours ago

    Wolf Haven International in Tenino enjoys "Howl-o-ween" enrichment

    The wolves and wolfdogs at Wolf Haven International in Tenino enjoyed some Halloween enrichment this weekend, thanks to Rutledge Family Farm and the South Sound Eco-Network. Rutledge …

  5. Nisqually Valley News5 hours ago

    Robles, Myers fuel Mountaineers to another district championship

    The 1-2 punch of Komaire Robles and Alexis Myers proved to be exactly what the Rainier High School girls cross country team needed on Saturday afternoon. On their home course and in a dogfight …

  6. Washington State Standard6 hours ago

    Greetings, readers: I’m the new editor of the Washington State Standard. Pleased to meet you.

    A flood of memories drowned me a week ago as I climbed the steps to the entrance of Olympia’s Legislative Building, a grand structure built in 1928. I suspect it’s easy for people who work here every day to take its beauty for granted. I know the place. I’ve been there many times in the

  7. Classic Hits 100.7 KLOG6 hours ago

    Bicyclist Hit on Northbound I-5 in Castle Rock—Classic Hits 100.7 KLOG News

    A bicyclist was injured last night after reportedly being struck by a vehicle while riding on northbound Interstate 5 in Castle Rock. The Washington State Patrol’s Office says

  8. The Daily Chronicle7 hours ago

    Olympia bicyclist struck by car while crossing I-5 in Cowlitz County

    A car struck a bicyclist who was crossing northbound Interstate 5 near Castle Rock on Sunday, Nov. 1. The bicyclist, identified by the Washington State Patrol as Andre J. Hubbard, 59, of …

  9. KIRO 7 News Seattle7 hours ago

    Changing voter registration in WA

    If you change your name or move to a new address, you must update your voter registration. If you move outside your state, you must register with the state you moved to. Here’s how to do that in Washington.

  10. KIRO 7 News Seattle7 hours ago

    Election security in WA

    The Washington Secretary of State works hard to make sure your vote is safe and secure before, during, and after an election.

  11. KIRO 7 News Seattle7 hours ago

    Tracking your ballot in WA

    If you’re worried about your ballot counting in an election– you can make sure it gets to its destination safely.

  12. KIRO 7 News Seattle7 hours ago

    Ballot drop boxes and voting centers in WA

    Washington is one of eight states that allow residents to vote in an election by mail. Here is how you can find the nearest drop box or voting center.

  13. KIRO 7 News Seattle7 hours ago

    Registering to vote in WA

    Washington state is a vote-by-mail state, so all registered voters receive a ballot by mail. There are three easy ways to register in the state.

  14. Seattle Red10 hours ago

    Gluesenkamp Perez won’t say where she stands on the income tax. Braun says small businesses will pay for it

    John Braun says Washington’s new income tax hits LLCs and S corps while Marie Gluesenkamp Perez won’t say if she supports it. Ballots are due Tuesday night.

  15. The Olympian10 hours ago

    New Olympia apartment building going up near Watershed Park. Here’s what we know

    Construction workers are building a multi-story apartment building with at least 31 units at 2102 Henderson Park Lane SE, near Watershed Park in Olympia.

  16. Shoreline Area News12 hours ago

    Washington State Board of Health selects Michael Ellsworth, JD, MPA, as new Executive Director

    Michael Ellsworth, Executive Director WA State Board of Health Tumwater, WA – The Washington State Board of Health (Board) selected Michael ...

  17. Kitsap Sun15 hours ago

    Washington Lottery Cash Pop, Pick 3 results for Nov. 1, 2026

    Check your tickets for Washington daily lottery draw games here.

  18. Seattle Refined16 hours ago

    Gobble This Up: Your PNW Events Guide for November 2026

    This November is a full plate of Thanksgiving fun, with a few leftovers from Halloween festivities, plus plenty of of holiday festivals and events to explore.Si

  19. Yakima Herald-Republic22 hours ago

    It Happened Here: Myth of Mel's Hole continues to inspire fantastic storytelling in Central Washington

    The myth of Mel’s Hole has inspired conspiracy theories and urban legends. It all started with a phone call to "Coast to Coast with Art Bell."

  20. Tacoma News Tribune23 hours ago

    Pierce County driver injures 2, including Lacey man, after crashing into trooper

    A JBLM resident crashed into a trooper vehicle on southbound I-5 near Des Moines, injuring two passengers who were taken to Harborview Medical Center.

  21. HeraldNet.com23 hours ago

    Week 10 prep football playoff pairings announced

    Lake Stevens, Stanwood, Snohomish, Archbishop Murphy among area teams hosting postseason games.

  22. KING5.com23 hours ago

    School levies on the ballot in western Washington

    Yelm School District is hoping voters will finally approve a school levy after being denied the last four attempts

  23. Chinook ObserverYesterday

    Runners book places at state meet

    RAINIER — There were celebrations at the WIAA District 4 cross country meet Saturday as the Ilwaco girls and Naselle boys racked up enough points to advance their teams to […]

  24. Bellingham HeraldYesterday

    Statewide high school football playoffs pairings for Week 10

    High school football Week 10 playoff pairings in Washington: Postseason matchups for 4A, 3A, 2A and 1A

  25. KOMOYesterday

    What some say is at stake in Washington Supreme Court races this year

    The clock is winding down to Election Day on Tuesday, and in Washington, you have five choices to make for the Washington Supreme Court.“Increasingly the suprem

  26. The OlympianYesterday

    Deputy fires weapon at suspect after Sunday morning chase, Thurston sheriff says

    A Thurston County deputy fired at a suspect after an I-5 pursuit near Grand Mound; no injuries reported and the suspect is in custody; Region 3 investigates.

  27. Tacoma News TribuneYesterday

    Bonney Lake man, suspected of DUI, injured in east Pierce County crash, WSP says

    A 35-year-old Bonney Lake man suspected of DUI was injured after crossing the center line and rolling on state 162 east of Orting; troopers closed the road about 90 minutes.

  28. VarsityWAYesterday

    5 games you should not have missed in Washington high school football, Week 9

    Top-ranked (2A) Tumwater gets 165 rushing yards and three total touchdowns from Tyler Briscoe in a convincing 51-21 win over No. 6 (2A) W.F. West

  29. KIRO 7 News SeattleYesterday

    Wanted suspect in custody after police activity closes I-5 lanes near Lewis-Thurston County line

    Law enforcement responded to an incident on southbound I-5 in Thurston County, closing two of three lanes.

  30. GeekWireYesterday

    Week in Review: Most popular stories on GeekWire for the week of Oct. 25, 2026

    See the technology stories that people were reading on GeekWire for the week of Oct. 25, 2026.

  31. The Seattle TimesYesterday

    After fires burn WA churches, what’s next for this Indigenous faith?

    Wildfires in Nespelem and White Swan devastated the Indian Shaker Church, a uniquely Pacific Northwest religion that mixes Indigenous and Christian teachings.

  32. The Seattle TimesYesterday

    Don’t dismiss Mariners manager candidates Joe Espada, Jason Kanzler

    The Mariners' manager search reportedly is down to two finalists. The options are uninspiring, but don't dismiss the next manager before they arrive.

  33. The OlympianYesterday

    400-year-old tree is at risk. Will Tumwater pay $100,000 for emergency pruning?

    The mayor will seek an emergency declaration to fast-track pruning and funding for the Davis-Meeker Garry oak, prompting council debate over costs and risk.

  34. Seattle RedYesterday

    Rantz: Secretary of State Steve Hobbs swears non-citizen voting is rare, then admits he doesn’t even check

    Steve Hobbs says non-citizen voting is rare but admits Washington isn’t checking. Jason Rantz on why Hobbs doesn’t want to know, and why that kills trust.

  35. The OlympianYesterday

    ‘Community pillar,’ contributor to Olympia journalism Jill Severn dies at 78

    Jill Severn, 78, is remembered as a community pillar in Olympia. She was a journalist, speechwriter for governors, author and advocate for supportive housing.

  36. Nisqually Valley NewsYesterday

    Olympia girls cross country claims district title at Westside Classic

    UNIVERSITY PLACE — There’s not much you can throw at Cris Violette that he hasn’t already seen in the world of prep cross country. In his 37 years of coaching at Olympia High School, with …

  37. Bellingham HeraldYesterday

    Dense fog advisory for Puget Sound region until Sunday morning, says the NWS

    On Sunday at 3:39 a.m. a dense fog advisory was issued by the NWS Seattle WA in effect until 10 a.m. The advisory is for Downtown Everett / Marysville Area, Shoreline / Lynnwood / South Everett area, Eastside, City of Seattle, Lowlands of Pierce and Southern King counties, Olympia and Southern Puget Sound, Lowlands of Lewis and Southern Thurston counties and Eastern Kitsap County.

  38. The Daily WorldYesterday

    Aberdeen’s postseason hopes dashed with loss to Black Hills

    Flat start, mistakes prove costly in 21-16 loss in 2A EvCo third-place game

  39. The Daily WorldYesterday

    Prep Football Roundup: Montesano slips into third place after loss to Tenino

    Also: Hoquiam wins wild one over Centralia; RSB, PWV, Elma drop league finales

  40. Kitsap SunYesterday

    Washington Lottery Powerball, Cash Pop results for Oct. 31, 2026

    Check your tickets for Washington daily lottery draw games here.