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West Seattle Grand Parade was full of fun
With 85 entries the West Seattle Grand Parade's 90th edition on July 20, 2024 was the largest in years. Though lacking in actual floats, it was full of drill teams, politicians, businesses and drill teams. The Orville Rummel Award winner were Bianca Thomka and Neil Duncan due to their significant...
Husky Kickoff Countdown - 41 Days
We're less than 50 days away from the start of the 2024 Football season! Washington will host Weber State on August 31, and to count down the days to kickoff we've decided to take a look at the players that have worn the jerseys of each day in question. The...
Lost dog found alone on Seattle ferry dock heads to a new home
A lost dog found without its owner on a ferry dock in Seattle last month has found a new home. Washington State Ferries (WSF) explained in an X post published Friday afternoon ferry workers found the canine alone at Colman Dock early on June 12. They took care of the animal while the agency, which is part of the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT), searched for his owner in an attempt to bring him home. At the time, the X post stated the dog was going to be “transferred to animal control soon.”
SuperSonics' Vernon Maxwell Recalls Legendary Fight With Teammate Gary Payton
Vernon Maxwell earned his "Mad Max" nickname on the strength of his reputation as one of the NBA's greatest enforcers in the 1990s. Of course, Maxwell also didn't shy away from unleashing his temper on his own teammates, particularly Gary Payton. During a recent appearance on Gilbert Arenas' podcast, Maxwell...
Seattle Mariners sign Longhorns closer Gage Boehm
After going undrafted, former Longhorns RHP Gage Boehm has signed his first professional contract. The Texas native signed with the Seattle Mariners on Friday and will take his talents to the Pacific Northwest. After an impressive 2024 season with the Longhorns, he will look to make an impact in the Mariners system. Boehm was an effective piece in his lone year as a Longhorn, posting a 2.53 ERA in 25 appearances. He also struck out 60 batters and held opponents to a .187 batting average. With Boehm in the back of the bullpen, Texas was a formidable opponent late in...
Nneka Ogwumike hopes former WNBA team escapes cycle of 'transition' as she thrives in new home
Former WNBA MVP Nneka Ogwumike spent 12 seasons with the Los Angeles Sparks before the mental toll of being at the center of a franchise stuck in "transition" led the 34-year-old to sign with the Seattle Storm before the 2024 campaign. Ogwumike harbors no regrets over leaving Hollywood, and Seattle's 17-8 record at the All-Star break offers vindication for her move.
Man assaulted with machete in downtown Bellevue, defends himself with bear spray
BELLEVUE, Wash. - A 55-year-old man is recovering from a machete attack that happened in downtown Bellevue Friday night. Police say they arrived on scene just before 9 p.m. to find an assault victim in the entryway of an apartment complex holding a bloody towel to his upper left arm.
Washington Spirit defeats Chivas Femenil and starts Summer Cup with victory
The Washington Spirit began their journey in the NWSL x LIGA MX Femenil Summer Cup with a remarkable 2-1 victory over Chivas Femenil, showing the team's strength and ability in a tournament that brings together all 14 NWSL clubs and six Liga MX teams, marks the NWSL's first international collaboration, and promises to raise the level of women's soccer.
WA housing discrimination complaints dip, bucking national trend
This article was originally published by the Washington State Standard. Complaints from people who say they are being discriminated against in the housing market declined in Washington last year, but remained at an all-time high nationwide. It’s the third year in a row that the national record for such complaints has been broken, according to a recent report from the National Fair Housing Alliance.
Dr. Jorge de la Torre Selected as BC’s New Vice President of Administrative Services
After a gradual selection process, BC President David May welcomes Dr. Jorge de la Torre as the school’s next vice president of administrative services. Dr. de la Torre assumed his new role on July 16. Prior to becoming the vice president of administrative services, Dr. de la Torre served...
Seen this man? Police say he’s wanted for robbery in Des Moines
Police in Des Moines are searching for a suspect wanted in connection with a robbery. The suspect, whose image was released by police (see below), assaulted a victim and stole their cell phone in the vicinity of the 22000 block of 6th Avenue S. (map below). The suspect was last...
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