by Callie Craighead SeattlePI

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Vicky Cornell files lawsuit against Soundgarden members over 'ludicrously low' buyout offer

One of Seattle's most famed grunge bands is back in the limelight and at the center of a contentious legal battle.Vicky Cornell, the wife of late Soundgarden vocalist and frontman Chris Cornell,...

Mount Rainier National Park moves to online reservations for hiking, climbing permits in summer 2021

Warmer days are just around the corner, and Washington's many outdoor enthusiasts are ready to get out of their houses and hit the trails.But for those looking to head to the scenic...

Fentanyl overdose deaths spiked in Washington in 2020; alarming heath officials

Washington public health officials are raising the alarm to a spike in overdose deaths in 2020, with deaths involving fentanyl — a powerful synthetic opioid that is 80 to 100 times stronger...

Tree Swenson, executive director of Hugo House, resigns following uproar over structural racism

"Serving as executive director of Hugo House has been an honor and a pleasure," said Swenson in a news release. "I have deep respect and admiration for the organization and its mission...

King County begins mailing out property tax bills; some areas to see double-digit increases in rates

The King County Assessor's Office announced that it started sending out 2021 property tax bills on Tuesday — the first issued since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic.Most residents can expect a...

Canada makes border exemption for Point Roberts residents; will not require negative COVID-19 test

The Canadian government said Wednesday that it will waive the negative COVID-19 test requirement for Point Roberts, Washington residents seeking land access through Canada for essential services.The exemption comes after a new...

Surprise! Endangered L pod welcomes new orca calf; spotted between Washington and Canada

Pacific Northwest orca with Mount Baker in the background near the Strait of Georgia off the coast of Vancouver, British ColumbiaThere's a new, happy surprise swimming around in the cold waters of...

Street parking rates to increase in some Seattle neighborhoods

Some Seattleites may notice their parking bill begin to increase starting Wednesday, Feb. 17.In a blog post, the Seattle Department of Transportation announced it would adjust paid parking rates in several areas...

by Callie Craighead SeattlePI

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