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A magnitude 4.2 earthquake struck Kitsap County on Tuesday afternoon, causing shaking felt in parts of the Puget Sound region, including Seattle and Bainbridge Island. Residents reported feeling a sudden jolt, with some describing booms and rattling windows across areas like Gig Harbor and Port Orchard.
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Scientists note that a major earthquake on the Seattle Fault could generate a tsunami as high as 33 feet in Elliott Bay. Harold Tobin stated this fault represents a particularly dangerous scenario due to its proximity beneath the region. The last major event was estimated to occur around the year 923.
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A nine-time convicted felon accused of leading Pierce County deputies on a high-speed pursuit pleaded not guilty in court. Prosecutors charged Preston Weirman with attempting to elude a pursuing police vehicle following an incident in the Key Peninsula area.
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A convicted felon was sentenced to 14.6 years in prison for shooting at Pierce County Sheriff’s deputies in the Parkland Precinct in 2024. Omari Brown pleaded guilty to drive-by shooting and other charges related to the incident. The confrontation occurred after deputies heard gunshots near the precinct.
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Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson's decision on expanding the city’s CCTV network may be delayed due to a miscommunication regarding an independent review timeline. The New York University Policing Project expects its audit report near the end of October, examining cameras connected to the Seattle Police Department’s Real-Time Crime Center.
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A 4.2 magnitude earthquake shook the Puget Sound region Tuesday afternoon, striking near the Kitsap-Pierce County line. Residents in Seattle and other areas reported feeling light shaking from the quake. Officials noted that a tsunami was unlikely in the Seattle area following the event.
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Wet and breezy conditions are expected to ease this afternoon as a frontal system moves through Western Washington. Conditions should improve tonight and Wednesday, bringing sunshine and warmer temperatures heading into the weekend. Highs are forecast to climb into the mid to upper 60s on Wednesday and Thursday.
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A Seattle Police Department officer, Adam Sun, is on administrative leave after recording video inside police facilities and while driving his car using Chinese AI smart glasses. The footage showed various scenes within the department's secure areas. This incident prompted SPD to issue a directive banning officers from using personally owned recording devices while on duty.
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A 4.2 magnitude earthquake shook Kitsap County on Tuesday, hitting near Glenwood about 10 miles northwest of Gig Harbor. The quake occurred just before 2:06 p.m., according to the USGS. There were no immediate reports of damages or injuries from the event.
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Seattle's minimum wage is scheduled to increase to $22.14 on January 1, 2027, according to the Office of Labor Standards. This rate will apply citywide and will be mandatory for all businesses regardless of size. Previously, small employers could offset wages with tips or medical benefits, but this option was eliminated.
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Samantha Holloway expressed hope for NBA expansion and the SuperSonics' return at a conference in Seattle. She stated that her group is ready, noting that both the building and the fans are prepared for a team. The NBA has indicated it aims to make a final decision by year-end.
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Russell's, known as a neighborhood favorite and named to Esquire’s "Best Bars in America," also features an excellent Wednesday special. This pie program, made by Ashley, showcases seasonal fruit fillings and superlative crusts. The spot is praised for its low-key perfection.
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