Washington state eyes disaster declaration to reopen Olympic Park’s Hoh Rainforest In December, the Hoh River took out Jefferson County’s Upper Hoh Road, the only vehicular access to the Hoh Rain Forest Visitor Center, campground, picnic area, and trailheads. The county’s efforts to get federal aid for emergency repairs have failed, for lack of a disaster declaration. John Ryan
Full ferry service returning to Puget Sound summer 2025, Washington Gov. Ferguson says After years of low staffing and unreliable schedules, Gov. Bob Ferguson announced Thursday that Washington state will have full ferry service by summer, bringing the system back to pre-pandemic levels. KUOW Staff
'Mosquito Fleet Act' could bring small ferries to more Puget Sound communities Washington State's new ferry boats are years away. It's a painful reality for waterfront communities that depend on ferries. But a new bill in the legislature promises to give them some relief. Joshua McNichols
Washington state drivers could be charged per mile under proposed bill The future for Washington drivers may include a pay-per-mile system. Some state lawmakers are seeking to offset declining gas tax revenue, as cars get more fuel efficient and electric vehicles get more popular. Jeanie Lindsay
Japan Airlines plane clips another plane at Sea-Tac Airport No injuries have been reported, and impact to airport operations should be "minimal." Katie Campbell
'Nothing to stress about.' Sea-Tac back to normal after snow and ice cause delays, canceled flights A day after more than 100 flights were canceled at Sea-Tac International Airport due to winter weather, officials said Tuesday things are running smoothly and largely back to normal. KUOW Staff
King County Metro drivers mourn Shawn Yim, decry violence King County Metro driver Shawn Yim was remembered as a beloved husband, uncle, and servant to the city. Yim was known by his fellow bus drivers for going above and beyond for his passengers, especially children and the elderly. Noel Gasca
Bracing for more Seattle traffic as Amazon workers return from vacation Amazon's requirement that employees return to the office five days a week will significantly change Seattle’s commuter landscape. The only question is when its full strength will kick in. Joshua McNichols
New year, new penalties: Seattle parking fines up in 2025 With the new year comes increased parking fines for Seattle drivers. City officials say the hike in penalties — the first since 2011 — is to account for inflation. KUOW Staff
Person without a ticket gets through Sea-Tac security and almost flies to Hawaii Someone without a ticket was able to get around security at Sea-Tac International Airport and get on a Delta flight to Hawaii on Christmas Eve. KUOW Staff
