Jim Nelson

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Volunteer crime watch group conducts patrols, crisis outreach in Seattle after high-profile incidents

A spokesperson for Washington Crime Watch said the group has about 200 active volunteers who monitor certain neighborhoods. SEATTLE — After a series of violent crimes in Seattle, a group of...

Ukrainian couple in Pierce County eager to reunite with soldier son after prisoner release

The 25-year-old son of Valeriia and Roman Biletskiy was among nearly 200 Ukrainians released from Russian captivity during a prison exchange. PIERCE COUNTY, Wash. — A Pierce County couple originally from...

Humane Society pleads for adoptions amid record-breaking shelter influx

The agency took in more than 60 animals rescued from a home in Roy earlier this month. TACOMA, Wash. — The Humane Society for Tacoma and Pierce County is again facing...

Adopt wisely: Western Washington rescue warns of post-holiday pet returns

Some animal shelters and rescues are expecting pets to be surrendered due to families being overwhelmed with the responsibility. KENMORE, Wash. — If a new pet was on your family's wish...

Transit workers hold candlelight vigil to honor fallen bus driver Shawn Yim

The candlelight vigil was held several hours after Yim's suspected killer was arrested by Seattle police. SEATTLE — Transit leaders and King County Metro bus operators held a vigil on Saturday...

Push for stronger bus shields intensifies after fatal stabbing of Metro bus driver Shawn Yim

Katherine Batey became a vocal proponent of stronger barriers between drivers and passengers after her attack. SEATTLE — A retired King County Metro bus driver who was knocked unconscious in a...

Redmond police investigating after pot shop worker sprayed victim with fire extinguisher

Police learned of the incident after surveillance footage was shared on social media. According to the owner of the business, the employee has been fired. REDMOND, Wash. — Redmond police are...

Sammamish police increase patrols near school after child luring attempts

In a joint letter from school and police leaders, parents were warned about two separate incidents reported on consecutive days. SAMMAMISH, Wash. — The Sammamish Police Department and the King County...

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