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Former Seahawks second-round pick returns to Seattle for workout
Could a recent draft pick find himself back in a Seattle Seahawks uniform?. As part of Thursday’s training camp practice, the Seahawks brought in (among others) safety Marquise Blair for a workout (first reported by Corbin Smith). Blair has not been on an NFL active roster since a handful of games with the Carolina Panthers in 2022.
Man walks into Central District clinic with 'multiple machete slash wounds'
SEATTLE — A 35-year-old man walked into a Central District clinic with multiple machete slash wounds on Thursday evening, the Seattle Police Department said. The man walked into the clinic on the 2100 block of East Yesler Way shortly after 6:30 p.m. with "multiple slash wounds to both arms and head," police said. Aid was provided by the Seattle Fire Department and the man was taken to Harborview Medical Center in "serious condition," police added.
Pitch Your Talk for Ignite Seattle #46!
Ignite Seattle #46 is right around the corner! Tickets are on sale now for our next event, happening October 3 at Town Hall Seattle. We’re excited for another night of live community storytelling at its informative, entertaining best, and we can’t wait to see you there. To make...
Former Seattle mayor Charley Royer dies at 84
Charley Royer, Seattle’s longest-serving mayor, has died at age 84. He was the city’s 48th chief executive. Mayor from 1978-1990, Royer was ahead of his time in many ways. He established low-income housing to combat homelessness. Royer decided that the city would recognize domestic partnerships and provided city benefits to those families. He oversaw the development of the Washington State Convention Center.
Efforts underway to make Pioneer Square safer amid deadly shooting investigation
SEATTLE - Police are still investigating what led up to a deadly shooting in Pioneer Square. While there are still many questions surrounding the shooting, this latest act of violence comes as an effort is underway to get more people to visit Pioneer Square. "It’s an unfortunate act of gun...
Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald confirms where Connor Williams would play
Connor Williams has reportedly passed his physical after working his way back from a torn ACL he suffered late in the 2023 season. This should augment any interest he has for teams taking a look at signing the veteran offensive linemen. Williams visited the Seattle Seahawks this week so there is certainly a mutual interest.
This Washington Fire Year Really Isn’t Easy!
Current Situation: The Easy Fire is burning through dense timber, dead trees, and ground vegetation on very steep terrain. Activity near State Route 20 has moderated, but there is still fire within the north and south sides of the perimeter. Firefighters, in collaboration with the Washington Department of Transportation (WSDOT), have been clearing debris and fallen trees from the highway. The closure status of the highway is being frequently reassessed, so check the WSDOT travel map for updates.
At 94, Charlie Tapper isn't just a ringer at horseshoes, he's winning at life
While global attention will be on the Paris 2024 Olympics, the Tri-Cities will be celebrating their own world games. The National Horseshoe Pitchers World Tournament is happening in Kennewick from July 29 to August 10. Organizers will welcome nearly 1,000 top pitchers from all over the world. Among them is Charlie Tapper from Auburn, Washington.
FBI Issues Jugging Warning: Video All Washingtonians Need to See
The FBI has issued a warning of an increasing crime trend called "jugging." Jugging is when a criminal suspect or group targets a customer leaving a bank ATM, or building with a significant amount of cash. Thieves approach victims as they get into their vehicles, or in some cases actually follow the victim as they drive off, to rob them at another location.
Increase in auto, drug and property violations in 2023, Everett
EVERETT, JULY 26: Last year Everett saw an increase in drug and narcotic violations, motor vehicle theft and destruction of property according to a recent report done by The Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs (WASPC) On July 9, WASPC released its annual crime rate report for 2023, focusing...
Seniors learn line dancing and more at KWA senior meal site
The Korean Women’s Association has a lot to celebrate lately. Thanks to funding from the Pierce County Human Services Aging & Disability Resources Division, KWA’s Tacoma senior meal site is bringing more ways to give seniors nutritious and culturally appropriate meals along with fun activities like line dancing to get them up and moving. Read all about it in the Tacoma Weekly.
Former Seattle mayor, KING 5 anchor Charles Royer passes away
SEATTLE — Former mayor of Seattle and KING 5 News anchor Charles "Charley" Royer passed away Friday morning, July 26. Royer was Seattle's longest-serving mayor, serving three terms from 1978 to 1990. As mayor, he worked to establish low-income housing measures in the city, implemented what is recognized as the national model of recycling and solid waste reduction, opened over 20 community health clinics, and more, according to a press release published on behalf of the family. In 1989, the National Urban Coalition even named Royer the Distinguished Urban Mayor of the Year.
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