Shaking was felt across northwestern Washington early Monday morning as an earthquake struck the San Juan Islands region near the border with Canada. The 4.5-magnitude earthquake occurred at about ...

Like corn kernels in slowly heating oil, the orca sightings began sparse and unpredictable. But at some imperceptible moment, ...

Orcas are some of the ocean's most enigmatic and playful creatures, and they're not as elusive as you might think. Here's ...

ORCAS, Wash. — An earthquake struck in the waters surrounding the San Juan Islands early Monday morning. The 4.5 magnitude earthquake hit at 5:02 a.m. just off Deer Beach on Orcas Island, according to ...

In this image released by the SeaDoc Society/San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, an orca whale known as J36 is seen propping up the body of her dead calf in the waters of Rosario Strait near Orcas Island ...

Discover the charm of Orcas Island, Washington, where stunning landscapes, peaceful forests, and scenic waterfronts create a perfect getaway. From hiking scenic trails to exploring quaint towns, ...

SAN JUAN COUNTY, Wash. — The highly contagious, fatal Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease Virus type 2 (RHDV2) was found in rabbits on Lopez and Orcas Islands in San Juan County. The Washington State ...

Summed Up: The largest of the Pacific Northwest’s San Juan Islands in the Puget Sound, 57-square-mile Orcas Island boasts 5,252-acre Moran State Park containing almost 40 miles of mostly singletrack ...

Looking to spot orcas in the wild, paddle through peaceful waters, and explore postcard-perfect coastal towns? The San Juan Islands in Washington offer all that and more. This guide breaks down how to ...

ORCAS ISLAND — Rosario Resort and Spa on Orcas Island has a new owner. Empower Investing, a Washington company founded by local Orcas Island residents, assumed ownership of the resort last week. “This ...