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Match Recap: Seattle Reign FC Open Summer Cup with 2-1 Win Over Utah
In the first match of the NWSL x Liga MX Summer Cup, the Reign earned a 2-1 win over the Utah Royals. In a physical battle featuring a lineup with nine changes from the last match, the Reign earned the lead twice in the match and saw three club debuts on the night.
Seattle weather: A record-breaking warm stretch
Another warm day topping out in the 80s in many spots as we close out the week. Today marked the 16th consecutive day we hit 80 degrees or warmer. This breaks the previous record of 15 days set in 2015 and in 1977. The warm days will continue to add up through the weekend.
Seattle tech experts share takeaways on Crowdstrike outage
SEATTLE — Seattle-area technology experts say one of the reasons the Crowdstrike outage was so widespread is simple: it's one of the most popular cybersecurity firms, known for quickly rolling out fixes for fast-changing threats. The company is still working out the reason for the bug, but some say this will be a signal to review all testing procedures and rollout processes to see if anything could have been done to prevent it.
Spokane eyes defunding police by $9.38M, $4.75M from fire, more from courts
(The Center Square) – Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown told her fellow officials they could pull the city out of its deficit; all it would take is extensive personnel and funding cuts, which could diminish public safety. Brown has alluded to this option several times already: first when proposing her Community Safety Levy and then when announcing a two-book outlook for next year. The mayor confirmed many people’s suspicions during Thursday’s budget meeting but noted that the cuts aren’t set in stone. ...
Christian homeless shelter challenges Washington state law prohibiting anti-LGBTQ+ hiring practices
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Lawyers for a Christian homeless shelter are scheduled to be in a federal appeals court Friday to challenge a Washington state anti-discrimination law that would require the charity to hire LGBTQ+ people and others who do not share its religious beliefs, including those on sexuality and marriage.
Mother of 16-year-old murdered in Auburn pleads for public's help to find shooter
AUBURN, Wash. - A King County mother is speaking out in hopes of generating leads in the murder of her 16-year-old son. Lonnisha Landry’s son, Xavier Landry, was shot and killed in Auburn last Friday. Since his death, she’s been on a social media mission, urging the public to help find the person who killed her child.
Gig Harbor family stresses water safety after 11-year-old drowns
GIG HARBOR, Wash. - Looking around Sarah Scott’s home, it’s clear to see the love she has for her children. Mementos of the family are all around. "My daughter just moved back home," Sarah said during a sit-down interview with FOX 13 News. "My oldest son has been helpful too. It’s been a difficult time."
Metro Weekend Update – July 19-21 2024
Routes 43, 48, 255, 271, and ST 542 will be rerouted during the closure of Montlake Boulevard E from Friday, July 19 at 10 p.m. to Monday, July 22 at 6 a.m. due to construction;. Route 106 will be rerouted off Martin Luther King Jr Wy S between S Cloverdale...
Seattle Reign FC Starting XI vs. Utah Royals FC - Summer Cup
Laura Harvey made nine changes to the starting XI since the Reign’s last match on July 7, also against Utah Royals FC. Defender Julia Lester, who the Reign acquired via trade this past offseason, is set to make her debut for the club. Goalkeeper Laurel Ivory will wear the...
Seattle's ‘Belltown Hellcat’ hires new attorney, seeks to overturn $83K judgment
SEATTLE - Miles Hudson, widely known as the "Belltown Hellcat" driver, has retained a new attorney and is claiming he was improperly served a Summons and Complaint on May 10. He is arguing that the process server's description of him exceeded his current weight by nearly 60 pounds, suggesting they served the wrong person.
Human finger found in Tacoma driveway IDed, returned to owner
The case of a mysterious human finger found in a Tacoma driveway earlier this month has been solved and the digit has been returned to its rightful owner. During the afternoon of July 5, Tacoma Police Department (TPD) officers responded to a report of a finger found in a driveway in the 800 block of South Pine Street, according to a statement TPD Public Information Officer Detective William Muse sent to MyNorthwest.
Tacoma Porchfest is a unique event you can attend this weekend
In the central neighborhood just off 6th Ave, neighbors who live in the community volunteer their porches for an all-day event, Tacoma Porchfest. They host musicians and performers to an audience on their front lawn. This year’s festival is sponsored by the Tacoma Central Neighborhood Council, with lead organizer Irina...
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