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Big snow hits Washington Cascades, 2 to 4 feet expected by Thursday

If you’ve been praying for fresh powder in the mountains, apparently, someone is listening.
- KUOW Staff
Another section of Highway 2 between Skykomish, Stevens Pass to reopen this weekend

A normally busy stretch of Highway 2 between the town of Skykomish and Stevens Pass will reopen this weekend, Gov. Bob Ferguson announced Tuesday.
- Noel Gasca
Washington state on track for warmest December on record — again

This month is set to be the warmest Washington December on record, breaking a record that was just set in 2023.
- Natalie Akane Newcomb
Silent night, calmer winds in sight for Seattle this Christmas Eve

High winds won't strike Western Washington over the holiday after all. But still be prepared for a few breezes.
- Dyer Oxley
The wind might be frightful in Western Washington this Christmas Eve

Apparently Western Washington is dreaming of a windy Christmas.
- KUOW Staff
Is Stevens Pass closed because of a lack of snow or just to avoid refunds?

As ski areas across Washington state open to the public this week, questions remain about Stevens Pass, where the main route to the resort from the west, US Highway 2, is closed for the foreseeable future after suffering major damage from floods and mudslides.
- Stephen Howie
As floodwaters recede, King County farmers face daunting cleanup

Farmers near the Green River in South King County say the flooding they’ve experienced this month is unlike anything in recent memory. Now the water is receding — and the work ahead looks overwhelming.
- Amy Radil
'Depressed, stressed, and under the weather.' Washington families take refuge at emergency flood shelters

Hundreds of families across Washington state have had to leave their homes because of catastrophic river flooding. Many have found a warm place to sleep at emergency, congregate shelters.
- Casey Martin
With highway access limited, will Washingtonians still find their way to Christmas town?

Damage from the floods has limited highway access to Leavenworth, a Bavarian-themed town draped in extravagant holiday lighting. So many people come here for their holiday shopping that some call it "Christmas Town." But with highway access compromised by the floods, businesses will have to adapt.
- Joshua McNichols
Hundreds evacuate in south King County as flood barrier fails

Hundreds of people in Auburn and Pacific — in the south end of King County — were forced to leave their homes early Tuesday morning because of the flooding White River.
- Casey Martin

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