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Morasch Meats has recalled its Northwest Naturals cat food due to H5N1 bird flu contamination, following the death of a cat in Oregon. Customers should discard affected products and seek refunds.
King County officials warn of avalanche danger near Snow Lake trail. The King County Sheriff’s Office advises outdoor enthusiasts to exercise caution and carry essential avalanche rescue gear. No injuries or damage have been reported.
A Puyallup woman, Sharie Atkins, has been ordered to undergo 90 days of mental health treatment after attempting to kidnap a child from Good Samaritan Hospital. This incident, which occurred on December 9, underscores Atkins' struggles with mental health issues, including schizophrenia and substance abuse.
A new female orca calf, designated J61, has been confirmed as the offspring of Tahlequah, a J pod orca known for carrying her dead calf for 1,000 miles in 2018. Observations by the Center for Whale Research in Puget Sound highlight concerns for the calf's health amid high mortality rates faced by young orcas. The endangered Southern Resident killer whale population relies heavily on access to salmon for survival.
Morasch Meats has issued a recall for its Northwest Naturals cat food due to contamination with the H5N1 strain of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI), linked to the death of a cat in Oregon. The Washington State Department of Agriculture advises customers to discard the affected product and seek a full refund while taking precautions to prevent the spread of bird flu.
A new homeless service center, the Stability Through Access and Resources (STAR) Center, is set to open in early 2025 at a vacant building on 3rd Avenue in downtown Seattle. Operated by the Downtown Emergency Service Center (DESC), the facility will primarily serve homeless adults facing mental health and substance use disorders, providing a pathway off the streets and into care.
A new orca calf, J61, has been born to Tahlequah, the orca famous for carrying her deceased calf for 1,000 miles in 2018. The Center for Whale Research is monitoring J61's health, as the Southern Resident killer whale population, which is endangered, faces high mortality rates among young orcas.
A significant winter storm is expected to impact Washington on Christmas Day, bringing gusty winds and heavy snowfall, especially in the Cascades and Olympics. The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning, predicting one to three feet of snow above 4,000 feet, which may lead to hazardous travel conditions.
On December 24, 2024, two men were shot at the New Earth Recovery facility in Mount Vernon, Washington. Both victims, aged 50 and 53, suffered non-life-threatening injuries and were taken to Skagit Valley Hospital. A 49-year-old suspect has been arrested and faces charges of attempted first-degree murder and first-degree assault.
A 48-year-old man was hospitalized after a shooting incident in Gold Bar, Washington, early on Christmas morning. The Snohomish County Sheriff's Office reported that the shooting occurred during a verbal argument with a 58-year-old man, who is currently under investigation.