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A driver narrowly escaped serious injury when a guardrail pierced their car on southbound Interstate 5 near Everett. The incident occurred shortly before 7:30 a.m., and although the driver sustained injuries, they were not life-threatening. The Washington State Patrol is investigating the crash.
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Seattle will experience some of the lowest tides of the year this week, particularly on Wednesday when the tide will drop to -3.42 feet. This event, coinciding with warm weather, provides an ideal opportunity for exploring tide pools but may impact aquaculture due to rising water temperatures. Washington State Ferries has warned that certain ferry routes will restrict oversized vehicles during low tide times.
Volunteers in Seattle's Kinnear Park cleared 10,000 pounds of trash left at abandoned homeless encampments on Memorial Day. The community effort included former homeless individuals, emphasizing recovery and community building through action. We Heart Seattle, the organizing group, aims to restore green spaces and provide outreach to those in need.
A driver crashed into two homes in Burien, Washington, on May 26, 2025, leading to significant damage but no serious injuries. The King County Sheriff's Office suspects the driver may have been impaired and is investigating the incident. Neighbors expressed disbelief at the crash's severity and highlighted ongoing safety concerns at the intersection.
A water main break in Bellevue, Washington, has closed all lanes at the intersection of NE 20th Street and 148th Avenue NE indefinitely. The Bellevue Fire Department announced the closure as crews work to repair the damage and restore services. Residents are advised to seek alternative routes during this disruption.
A man died in a hit-and-run incident on Olive Way, prompting an ongoing investigation by Seattle Police. In other news, the Capitol Hill area welcomed new dining options, including the contemporary Vietnamese restaurant Ramie and the reopening of Spice SPC, an Indian grocery store. Additionally, the $4.3 million Melrose Promenade project is nearing completion, enhancing safety for pedestrians and cyclists.
An All Nippon Airways flight from Tokyo to Houston diverted to Seattle after a passenger attempted to open an exit door mid-flight. Authorities determined the individual was experiencing a medical crisis and took them to a local hospital for evaluation. A second passenger was removed for unruly behavior before the flight continued to Houston.
On the fifth anniversary of George Floyd's death, Seattle residents rallied for police reform, demanding accountability for recent police actions. The Seattle Alliance Against Racist and Political Repression emphasized the need to defund the police amid ongoing concerns about racial injustice and police brutality.
Seattle police arrested multiple individuals during a counter-protest against a fundamentalist church rally at Cal Anderson Park on May 25, 2025. The event highlighted ongoing tensions surrounding anti-transgender sentiments in the community. Authorities responded swiftly to maintain order amid rising tensions.