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The 53-year-old husband and father shared his diagnosis on X, saying it's a "death sentence."
'Death is a wicked thief': Former Sen. Ben Sasse says he has terminal stage-four cancer
Former Republican Sen. Ben Sasse on Tuesday announced he has terminal stage-four pancreatic cancer.
komonews.com
December 24, 2025 at 9:00 AM
The 53-year-old husband and father shared his diagnosis on X, saying it's a "death sentence."
Fernando Magofna, 67, is charged with fourth-degree assault and third-degree malicious mischief, both misdemeanors.
Graham man charged in road rage incident caught on camera pleads not guilty
A Graham man has been charged in a road rage incident captured on camera.
komonews.com
December 24, 2025 at 6:00 AM
Fernando Magofna, 67, is charged with fourth-degree assault and third-degree malicious mischief, both misdemeanors.
The new files contain President Donald Trump's name and the number of times he flew on Epstein's private jet.
DOJ releases 30,000 more Epstein files
The new documents come after the Epstein files were initially released on Friday and heavily redacted.
komonews.com
December 24, 2025 at 4:30 AM
The new files contain President Donald Trump's name and the number of times he flew on Epstein's private jet.
The estimated street value of the narcotics is $2 million.
King County Sheriff's Office seizes $2 million in drugs tied to the Sinaloa cartel
In a significant blow to the Sinaloa Cartel Network, the King County Sheriff's Office (KCSO) successfully executed another drug bust.
komonews.com
December 24, 2025 at 4:00 AM
The estimated street value of the narcotics is $2 million.
The Food and Drug Administration has recalled 83,800 bags of frozen raw shrimp for potential radioactive contamination.
More radioactive shrimp? FDA announces recall of more than 80,000 bags of raw fish
The Food and Drug Administration recalled almost 85,5000 of frozen raw shrimp for potential radioactive contamination.
komonews.com
December 24, 2025 at 3:00 AM
The Food and Drug Administration has recalled 83,800 bags of frozen raw shrimp for potential radioactive contamination.
At least two people are dead, and multiple others are hurt and reported missing after an explosion and fire at a nursing home in Pennsylvania.
At least 2 dead, several missing after explosion at Pennsylvania nursing home: governor
At least two people were killed, multiple others were hurt, and several were missing after an apparent explosion at a nursing home in Pennsylvania.
komonews.com
December 24, 2025 at 2:11 AM
At least two people are dead, and multiple others are hurt and reported missing after an explosion and fire at a nursing home in Pennsylvania.
High levels of bacteria can increase the risk of gastrointestinal illness if contracted, health department officials said.
Pierce County issues marine beach warning advisory for three waterfront parks
Three beaches in Pierce County are under a marine beach warning advisory, according to health officials.
komonews.com
December 24, 2025 at 1:45 AM
High levels of bacteria can increase the risk of gastrointestinal illness if contracted, health department officials said.
Chad initially believed the ticket might not be real and wondered if Kelly was playing a joke.
Gig Harbor couple's birthday tradition pays off with $20,000 lottery win
A Gig Harbor husband and wife are celebrating the holiday season with an unexpected boost after a birthday scratch-off resulted in a $20,000 prize.
komonews.com
December 24, 2025 at 12:30 AM
Chad initially believed the ticket might not be real and wondered if Kelly was playing a joke.
The outbreak has affected at least 5 King County residents who fell ill after consuming food from the restaurant in November and December, according to the health department.
Health department investigates E. coli outbreak linked to Japanese restaurant in Bellevue
King County Public Health is currently investigating an outbreak of Shiga toxin-producing E. coli O157, known as STEC, linked to Tokyo Stop Teriyaki in Bellevue
komonews.com
December 23, 2025 at 11:15 PM
The outbreak has affected at least 5 King County residents who fell ill after consuming food from the restaurant in November and December, according to the health department.
Trooper Tara Marysa Guting, 29, was killed Friday night while investigating a collision on Highway 509 in Tacoma.
Investigators locate and impound second vehicle involved in Trooper Guting's death
The second car involved in the tragic death of Trooper Tara Marysa Guting, who was killed Friday night while investigating a collision on Highway 509 in Tacoma.
komonews.com
December 23, 2025 at 10:44 PM
Trooper Tara Marysa Guting, 29, was killed Friday night while investigating a collision on Highway 509 in Tacoma.
Tuesday marks our waiting game...waiting to see how bad Wednesday's winds get.
Mountain snow, gusty winds and heavy showers expected for Christmas Eve
Tuesday marks our waiting game...waiting to see how bad Wednesday's winds get.
komonews.com
December 23, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Tuesday marks our waiting game...waiting to see how bad Wednesday's winds get.
The company said the starting dose would be available for $149 per month from some providers.
FDA approves daily Wegovy pill, expanding obesity treatment
The Wegovy pills are expected to be available within weeks, company officials said.
komonews.com
December 23, 2025 at 7:30 PM
The company said the starting dose would be available for $149 per month from some providers.
Seattle Sonics Legend Shawn Kemp is finally sitting down to discuss what happened in that Tacoma Mall Parking lot back in 2023 and how it weighed on his family and his mental health.
Listen to the episode here: https://bit.ly/3Y8IDAM
Listen to the episode here: https://bit.ly/3Y8IDAM
December 23, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Seattle Sonics Legend Shawn Kemp is finally sitting down to discuss what happened in that Tacoma Mall Parking lot back in 2023 and how it weighed on his family and his mental health.
Listen to the episode here: https://bit.ly/3Y8IDAM
Listen to the episode here: https://bit.ly/3Y8IDAM
Detectives interviewed the suspect, who was subsequently booked into Thurston County Jail on a charge of 2nd-degree murder.
Road rage incident in Lacey ends in fatal shooting, suspect in custody
Lacey police responded to a road rage incident that escalated into a fatal shooting last week.
komonews.com
December 23, 2025 at 6:00 AM
Detectives interviewed the suspect, who was subsequently booked into Thurston County Jail on a charge of 2nd-degree murder.
The move comes as the bourbon industry faces economic pressures related to supply, taxes, and consumer demand.
Jim Beam to pause production at main distillery in Kentucky
Jim Beam plans to pause production at its main distillery in Clermont, Kentucky, beginning Jan. 1.
komonews.com
December 23, 2025 at 4:30 AM
The move comes as the bourbon industry faces economic pressures related to supply, taxes, and consumer demand.
Trump called repeatedly during his presidential transition and the early months of his second term for U.S. jurisdiction over Greenland, and has not ruled out military force to take control of the mineral-rich, strategically located Arctic island.
Denmark and Greenland demand US respect territorial integrity after Trump appoints envoy
Trump called repeatedly during his presidential transition and the early months of his second term for U.S. jurisdiction over Greenland.
komonews.com
December 23, 2025 at 3:00 AM
Trump called repeatedly during his presidential transition and the early months of his second term for U.S. jurisdiction over Greenland, and has not ruled out military force to take control of the mineral-rich, strategically located Arctic island.
Hall was suspended without pay for stepping on the leg of Los Angeles Rams guard Kevin Dotson at the end of a play in the Seahawks' 38-37 overtime win on Thursday night.
Seahawks linebacker Derick Hall has 1-game suspension upheld
Seattle Seahawks linebacker Derick Hall had his one-game suspension for unnecessary roughness and unsportsmanlike conduct upheld on Monday.
komonews.com
December 23, 2025 at 1:45 AM
Hall was suspended without pay for stepping on the leg of Los Angeles Rams guard Kevin Dotson at the end of a play in the Seahawks' 38-37 overtime win on Thursday night.
There have been bipartisan calls to release the Epstein Files after the Trump Administration missed last Friday's legally-binding deadline to release everything.
Clinton demands full Epstein files release, says Trump administration is hiding something
Former President Bill Clinton called on the Justice Department to release the remaining documents from the Epstein files.
komonews.com
December 23, 2025 at 1:16 AM
There have been bipartisan calls to release the Epstein Files after the Trump Administration missed last Friday's legally-binding deadline to release everything.
The Kraken are tied for last in the Western Conference and have lost 10 of 12 games.
Kraken's Brandon Montour placed on injured reserve, expected to miss 4 weeks
Seattle Kraken defenseman Brandon Montour was placed on injured reserve Monday and will be out for at least four weeks after having hand surgery.
komonews.com
December 23, 2025 at 12:30 AM
The Kraken are tied for last in the Western Conference and have lost 10 of 12 games.
If implemented, a strike would mark a potential first in the hospital’s 118-year history.
Registered nurses at Seattle Children's 'overwhelmingly' authorize potential strike
Registered nurses at Seattle Children’s Hospital have voted by a wide margin to authorize a strike if the hospital and the WSNA cannot reach a new contract.
komonews.com
December 23, 2025 at 12:26 AM
If implemented, a strike would mark a potential first in the hospital’s 118-year history.
It was the Cougars' 1st bowl victory since beating Iowa State 28-26 in the 2018 Alamo Bowl.
Washington State beats Utah State 34-21 to win Idaho Famous Potato Bowl
Zevi Eckhaus threw for a season-high 334 yards with three touchdowns and Washington State piled up 628 yards of offense, beating Utah State 34-21 to win the Fam
komonews.com
December 22, 2025 at 11:20 PM
It was the Cougars' 1st bowl victory since beating Iowa State 28-26 in the 2018 Alamo Bowl.
Neighbors had reported a suspicious vehicle in the area, which appeared to be casing homes.
Burglary suspect arrested after tense standoff at Belfair home
A tense standoff unfolded in Belfair on Saturday when Mason County Sheriff's Office deputies responded to a burglary in progress on Alderwood Road.
komonews.com
December 22, 2025 at 11:15 PM
Neighbors had reported a suspicious vehicle in the area, which appeared to be casing homes.
After an atmospheric river brought historic flooding and heavy rain, Washington's ski resorts have been feeling the pain.
Ready to hit the slopes? Here's which Washington ski resorts are open and closed
After an atmospheric river brought historic flooding and heavy rain, Washington's ski resorts are feeling the pain. Here is what's open and closed.
komonews.com
December 22, 2025 at 10:00 PM
After an atmospheric river brought historic flooding and heavy rain, Washington's ski resorts have been feeling the pain.
From department stores to grocery stores, most retailers across the U.S. close early on Christmas Eve and shut their doors entirely on Christmas Day — while others opt to cut back hours.
Here's what stores are open, and which ones are closed, on Christmas
From department stores to grocery stores, most retailers across the U.S. close early on Christmas Eve and shut their doors entirely on Christmas Day.
komonews.com
December 22, 2025 at 9:22 PM
From department stores to grocery stores, most retailers across the U.S. close early on Christmas Eve and shut their doors entirely on Christmas Day — while others opt to cut back hours.
The victims, who had previous conflicts with Goldstine, reported receiving a voicemail with racial slurs referencing the explosion.
Everett man sentenced to five years for racially motivated pipe bomb attack
A 55-year-old Everett man was sentenced to five years in prison earlier this month for three federal felonies, including a pipe bomb explosion.
komonews.com
December 22, 2025 at 8:45 PM
The victims, who had previous conflicts with Goldstine, reported receiving a voicemail with racial slurs referencing the explosion.