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UW awarded $50M to lead U.S. research security center
Under a five-year, $50 million investment from the U.S. National Science Foundation, University of Washington Professor Mark Haselkorn is leading a national consortium of research institutions to bolster national research security. The Safeguarding the Entire Community of the U.S. Research Ecosystem (SECURE) Center will empower the U.S. research community to address critical issues of research security and integrity.
A former Woodway councilmember, gubernatorial candidate Bogen pledges to govern ‘from the middle for the middle’
You may never have heard of him – yet. He’s one of 28 gubernatorial candidates on Aug. 6 primary ballot, which will narrow the field to the top two vote getters. But judging from the latest Washington Public Disclosure Commission fundraising numbers he’s leading the pack of independents, coming in fifth overall behind the party-endorsed candidates Bob Ferguson, Dave Reichert, Mark Mullet and Semi Bird.
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport Leads the Transition to PFAS-free Firefighting Foam at Airports Nationwide
Work is underway at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to be the first airport in the nation to use a special cleaning technology that more fully removes foam containing PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances), commonly referred to as “forever chemicals,” from airport fire trucks and replace it with new fluorine-free foam. All five of SEA’s Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) vehicles will be ready with the new product. Prior to approvals granted in 2023, the nation’s airports were required by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to continue using PFAS foams for aircraft firefighting.
Seattle-area man who fled to New Hampshire arrested in 7-year-old's death
BOW, New Hampshire — A man from the Seattle area was arrested Wednesday in connection to the death of a 7-year-old girl after he fled the state to escape charges, according to the U.S. Marshals Service. The suspect, identified as 22-year-old Demiko A. Fox, who lived in Kirkland at...
City of Bothell to gift $6 million property to church for low-income housing
BOTHELL, Wash.—The Bothell City Council voted in favor of executing a Letter of Intent (LOI) to gift a city-owned property (Lot P South) to Bothell United Methodist Church (BUMC) which, if acquired, will be used to build affordable housing the church says. The 5-2 decision took place at Council’s...
Tonight: Public meeting about possible 16th Ave SW bike lanes in White Center + Take the survey
Well, this one’s a pretty easy choice. Support Option 1 for a section of 16th Ave SW in White Center! Take King County’s short online survey and attend the open house at 6:30 p.m. July 24 (tonight!) at White Center Food Bank. From the survey:. As a side...
Weekend closure of SR 520 across Lake Washington in Seattle begins Friday night, July 26
Drivers, bicyclists and pedestrians traveling across Lake Washington should plan ahead for a weekend State Route 520 closure. The closure spans from Interstate 5 in Seattle to 92nd Avenue Northeast in Clyde Hill starting 11 p.m. Friday, July 26, and wrapping up at 5 a.m. Monday, July 29. The SR 520 Trail will concurrently close across the lake.
Titans' Jamal Adams already recruiting former teammate
Less than two weeks ago, the Tennessee Titans signed safety Jamal Adams after the Seattle Seahawks released him in March. His former teammate in Seattle, Quandre Diggs, was also released in March. Diggs has yet to sign with a new team, and Adams is making it known he’d like to share the field with Diggs again.
Oregon fire is the largest burning in the US. Thunderstorms and high winds are exacerbating it
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Powerful winds and hundreds of lightning strikes from thunderstorms rattled eastern Oregon and Idaho Wednesday afternoon, cutting power and stoking fires, including one in Oregon that is already the largest active blaze in the nation. The Durkee Fire, burning near the Oregon-Idaho border about 130...
Splendid sunshine and peak summer weather in the forecast for Seattle
SEATTLE - We're forecasting peak summer weather for Seattle this week. Western Washingtonians: get ready for a seriously gorgeous, spectacular week of warm, mild sunshine. Highs this afternoon will be slightly cooler in the South Sound compared to what we experienced Tuesday. It'll be a degree or so warmer in Seattle. You can plan on plentiful sunshine and dry weather!
7-year-old among group of juveniles wanted for robbery in North Seattle
Seattle Police are searching for a group of juveniles, including a 7-year-old who wielded a hatchet during a robbery Monday afternoon, according to investigators. Police said it all started onboard a Metro bus traveling through North Seattle. According to a police report, some five victims told officers that 10 to 15 suspects started taunting them because of their race and perceived privilege.
2024-25 School Year Dates and Information
Are you new to Seattle Public Schools? Have you registered with the district? Or call 206-252-0760. Maggie Mattmiller – maggiemattmiller@seattleschools.org. School Counselors (returning August 20) Carrie Richard – clrichard@seattleschools.org (Students A-D) 206-252-4835. Ron Stuart – rjstuart@seattleschools.org (Students E-Ki) 206-252-4826. Courtney Judkins – cjjudkins@seattleschools.org (Students Kj-Ri) 206-252-4824.
Bloodworks Northwest appeals for blood donations on Aug. 13 due to critical shortage
Bloodworks Northwest says that the need for blood donors is at an all-time high. “Donations are typically down in the summer months so we hope you’ll make it a priority to donate in August.”. Bloodworks Northwest’s Music’s In Our Blood brings together our PNW music community to turn...
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