Outdoors‘Adrenaline pumping.’ It’s the time of year for bull elk to bugle in the PNWPierce County is full of places for you to hike out and try and enjoy the show.Updated September 13, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Most beautiful college campuses? WA school lands on US list for the second timeOctober 25, 2026 at 5:00 AM
Thurston County city offers employees a 32-hour work week. Here’s the planOctober 25, 2026 at 5:00 AM
Thurston County man injured in Friday morning crash on southbound I-5, WSP saysOctober 25, 2026 at 10:36 AM
OutdoorsEver wondered what to do during a bear attack? Make sure you have bear spray, and aim it lowUpdated August 3, 2026 at 11:01 AM
Local‘Particularly dangerous situation’: Ferguson issues statewide wildfire emergencyUpdated August 1, 2026 at 1:08 PM
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LocalOlympia proposes turning 70-acre forest into city's first mountain bike trail parkUpdated June 23, 2026 at 3:45 PM
LocalBest places to camp near national parks? This Washington spot made the top 10April 25, 2026 at 5:00 AM
Washington StateHiking in Washington state? Follow these expert tips to stay safe on the trailApril 10, 2026 at 5:00 AM
Washington StateWhen does ski season end at resorts across Washington state? See closing datesUpdated April 7, 2026 at 3:35 PM
OutdoorsMeet the Nisqually bullfrog man. Refuge hires pro to take out invasive amphibianUpdated March 26, 2026 at 1:53 PM
TravelWashington State Parks is raising fees for some stays. See which ones and whenUpdated March 18, 2026 at 12:14 PM
LocalSome Western Washington plants are toxic to pets. Here’s how to keep yours safeMarch 9, 2026 at 12:28 PM
OutdoorsLooking to get outside? Here are the best winter hikes within an hour of TacomaUpdated February 9, 2026 at 11:24 AM
LocalOlympia shutting down half of Squaxin Park for hazard tree removal ThursdayNovember 12, 2025 at 4:36 PM
LocalToxic algae blooms detected at Offut Lake, Lake Lawrence, Thurston County warnsNovember 2, 2025 at 7:03 PM
Washington StateNational nonprofit sues to protect Olympic marmots in WA state. Here’s whyOctober 31, 2025 at 5:00 AM
OutdoorsWhat makes Washington one of top 10 states for hiking? See latest rankingUpdated October 14, 2025 at 6:49 AM
OutdoorsApproving Washington Ballot Measure 8201 is a financial no-brainer | OpinionSeptember 30, 2025 at 5:00 AM
LocalAir quality alert issued for Mason County as Bear Gulch Fire continues to burnUpdated August 12, 2025 at 3:48 PM
LocalPublic advised to avoid McIntosh Lake in Thurston County due to toxic algae bloomUpdated August 6, 2025 at 12:47 PM
Washington StateBear Gulch fire in Olympic National Forest expands, prompting Level 3 evacuationUpdated August 1, 2025 at 12:14 PM
LocalTake a look inside $2.8 million in improvements at Grass Lake Nature Park in OlympiaUpdated July 30, 2025 at 9:10 AM
Washington StateWhat should I do if I see a mountain lion on a Washington hike? Follow these tipsJuly 28, 2025 at 11:19 AM
Washington StateNisqually warn that Trump’s proposed budget threatens salmon recovery — and treaty rightsJuly 26, 2025 at 10:31 AM
Washington StateWashington wildfire fighting efforts ‘finally’ get $20 million after delaysUpdated July 25, 2025 at 11:08 AM
OutdoorsPedal through Pierce: 5 bike trails to try this summer before the rain returnsUpdated July 23, 2025 at 12:44 PM