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Northbound I-5 near Southcenter will reopen after a shooting injured one person on June 27, 2025. The Washington State Patrol confirmed the gunfire originated from inside the victim's vehicle. Officials stated there is no ongoing threat to the public.
Families can enjoy a free evening of entertainment at the Highline SeaTac Botanical Garden’s “Kid’s Night in the Garden” on June 28, 2025. The event will feature games, crafts, and a screening of Pixar's "Monsters, Inc." starting at 7:30 p.m. Guests are encouraged to bring blankets or low-back lawn chairs.
A semi-truck crash on eastbound SR 518 near SR-99 caused significant traffic disruptions Thursday night. The driver sustained minor injuries and was taken to a local hospital, with authorities attributing the accident to excessive speed for the conditions. Washington State Patrol warned that recovery efforts would be lengthy and urged drivers to exercise caution in the area.
A car crashed into a utility pole in South Seattle Friday morning, causing a power outage that affected approximately 1,700 customers in the Shorewood-Burien area. Seattle City Light estimated power restoration by around 9:30 a.m. The driver’s condition and further details of the crash remain undisclosed.
The "Concert Truck," a mobile concert venue, will arrive at the Burien Farmers Market on Thursday, June 26, 2025. This event is part of a unique summer series hosted by the Seattle Chamber Music Society, showcasing live performances in a distinctive format.
DubSea Fish Sticks will face the Gumberoo in a culinary showdown at The Fryer on June 26, 2025. This event aims to explore the myth of the Gumberoo, a creature that has become part of local lore. Residents are encouraged to attend and experience this unique battle.
A suspect was arrested after allegedly firing multiple rounds at another vehicle on northbound I-5 near SR 516 on June 25, 2025. No injuries were reported, and law enforcement quickly located the suspect's vehicle using witness information and license plate reader data. The motive for the shooting remains under investigation.
Multiple fire departments responded to a hazardous materials leak from a trailer on S. 192nd Street in SeaTac on June 26, 2025. Hazardous materials technicians in protective suits investigated the situation, but authorities have not revealed the leaking substance or any public risk. No injuries occurred, and no evacuations or road closures were announced.
Discover Burien will host a Business After-Hours event at Huckleberry Nursery on July 16, 2025. The event, aimed at local business networking, will take place in Burien, Washington. Attendees can expect to connect with other local professionals in a casual setting.
A GoFundMe campaign launched to support the family of 16-year-old Angel Gabriel Estrada Carbajal, killed in a Burien shooting, aims to raise $12,000 for funeral expenses and grief counseling. Community members express their condolences and support as they rally around the devastated family.