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FOX 13 Seattle provides a recap of the latest news updates from December 23, 2024, focusing on critical events and weather alerts impacting the Seattle area, ensuring residents stay informed about pressing issues.
Washington GOP Chairman Jim Walsh raises concerns about incoming Governor Bob Ferguson's Democratic policies and their potential impact on constitutional rights. The state GOP has launched a 'Project to Resist Tyranny' to challenge actions they believe may infringe on individual liberties, focusing on issues like public safety and gun rights.
A man was left unconscious after being assaulted outside a Dollar Tree store in Lacey, Washington. A 39-year-old suspect was arrested and charged with multiple counts of assault, including first-degree assault, following the incident that resulted in severe injuries to the victim.
A water main break in west Olympia on Sunday closed Division Street Northwest and left about 40 residents without water for several hours. Water was restored by Sunday evening, and the street reopened around midnight, although the southeast corner of Conger Avenue and Division Street remains closed for repairs. This incident highlights the need for ongoing infrastructure maintenance.
The Washington GOP has launched a 'Project to Resist Tyranny' following Bob Ferguson's gubernatorial victory, raising concerns about civil liberties. GOP Chairman Jim Walsh criticizes Ferguson's record as Attorney General, particularly regarding public safety and gun rights, and vows to challenge any unconstitutional actions from his administration.
A water main break in west Olympia on December 22, 2024, disrupted water service for about 40 residents and closed a section of Division Street Northwest. Water was restored by Sunday evening, and the street reopened by midnight, although one corner remains closed for repairs.
Devin Boysen, a 36-year-old man from Thurston County, was found dead in a portable toilet outside the Lacey Timberland library. The Thurston County coroner is conducting a toxicology report to determine the cause of death, with police noting the presence of drug paraphernalia at the scene, raising concerns about substance abuse in the community.
A water main break in west Olympia left about 40 residents without water and temporarily closed Division Street Northwest. Water service was restored and the street reopened late Sunday, but the southeast corner of Conger Avenue and Division Street remains closed indefinitely.
A man was left unconscious after a violent assault outside a Dollar Tree in Lacey, Washington, resulting in serious injuries and the arrest of a 39-year-old suspect.
Gov.-elect Bob Ferguson has reappointed seven cabinet heads, including key figures like John Batiste as chief of the Washington State Patrol and Joel Sacks as director of the Department of Labor and Industries, effective January 15. This decision highlights the importance of experienced leadership in tackling Washington's challenges.