As floodwaters swelled around Washington, threatening low-lying communities along rivers, Gov. Bob Ferguson signed a statewide emergency declaration

 Winds rattled our windows; rain pounded the roof. Perfect conditions, I thought to myself.

Anacortes police this week responded to a complaint at a protest, investigated a fraud case involving financial loss and answered questons about an inappropriate video on a social media platform.

The gun rights group challenging the law has promised an appeal. The issue may eventually land at the U.S. Supreme Court.

This Friday, visit downtown Anacortes for the Holiday Artwalk, as well as other activities. We've got your list.

Police this week investigated a hit-and-run and jailed a daughter in a domestic violence incident, and responded to a report of car windows broken while the owner was shopping downtown.