Michael Weilert News Today

This week, the Weilert family filed a lawsuit against the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) over a simple repair that they say could have saved their son.

The family of Michael Weilert, a 13-year-old who was killed in Parkland in 2022 while crossing the street, has sued WSDOT and the driver who struck Weilert.

When it comes to traffic fatalities, Washington leads the nation in year-over-year increases.

Friends and family are pushing for safer streets after a 13-year-old was killed by a driver while riding his bike in a crosswalk in late July. 

The Stranger's morning news roundup.

Family and friends gathered for a silent bike ride in Parkland on Sunday to honor the life of 13-year-old Michael Weilert, while raising awareness of safety issues for bicyclists.

The Pierce County Council said the death of Michael Weilert highlights a grave concern that needs to be addressed.

The Stranger's morning news roundup.

Family, friends and the community held a vigil Saturday to remember and honor 13-year-old Michael Weilert at the Parkland crosswalk where he was hit and killed.

Michael Weilert was struck and killed while he crossed the intersection at of Pacific Avenue and South 134th Street.