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New Bobby Wagner look might make some Seahawks fans sick
The first time Bobby Wagner left was difficult. He was released by the Seattle Seahawks in 2022 and he eventually signed with the Los Angeles Rams. While with LA, Wagner once again was named Second-Team All-Pro. The Rams released Wagner last offseason and he came back to Seattle last year.
For the Mariners’ first-time All-Stars, experience counts
Thanks to Torey Louvello’s frantic maneuvering to make sure every one of his National League All-Stars got into the Midsummer Classic, only two teams didn’t have All-Star representatives actually play in the 94th annual MLB All-Star Game, and both came from the AL West: the Angels and Mariners.
'People are stressed' | Poll shows voters are increasingly concerned over the state of democracy
WASHINGTON — A KING 5 exclusive Washington poll shows protecting democracy is one of the top election issues for voters going into the November election. This survey was conducted last week in partnership with the Seattle Times and UW's Center for an Informed Public. This survey included 900 Washington adults and was conducted before a gunman opened fire on Former President Donald Trump.
Mariners Trade Proposal Sends $50 Million Slugger to Seattle in 3-Player Swap
The Seattle Mariners need roster upgrades ahead of the July 30 trade deadline. While their pitching staff has been among the best in baseball this season, the offense has struggled. Could Seattle find a way to land Chicago White Sox center fielder Luis Robert Jr. to provide a lineup boost?
Homegrown permanently closing 10 Seattle-area locations
SEATTLE — A total of 158 people will be laid off when 10 of Homegrown Seattle-area locations close in September. Homegrown Partners LLC announced it will permanently close the restaurants on Sept. 15, according to the Employment Security Department. The remaining locations in downtown Seattle and Mercer Island as...
Restaurant workers’ wages could go up by $3 or more per hour in Seattle
SEATTLE — In Seattle, restaurant owners are allowed to pay their tipped employees less than the minimum wage as long as they earn enough in tips to make up the difference. “Restaurant owners and restaurant operators are always in fear of making sure people want to come in the door," said Director of Full Service Workers Alliance Simone Barron.
Northwest Forest Plan advisors recommend managed fire, tribal co-stewardship
Tim Ingalsbee of FUSEE: "Let the Northwest Forest Plan Amendment end the obsolete paradigm of reactive wildfire suppression and replace it with a new paradigm of proactive ecological fire management." A key advisory committee has issued its recommendations for the Northwest Forest Plan. In its final session, during which the...
Mariners Designate Mike Baumann For Assignment
The Mariners announced they’ve designated right-hander Mike Baumann for assignment. The move opens a spot in the bullpen for southpaw Gabe Speier, who is back from the 15-day injured list. Baumman is out of options, so Seattle couldn’t send him down without taking him off the 40-man roster.
Marcus Simms Signs with the Seattle Seahawks
The All-UFL receiver and Mountaineer alumni is heading to the Emerald City. After having his contract terminated, Simms will get a second chance in the NFL after playing well for the Michigan Panthers in the NFL. Simms averaged 18.5 yards per reception in the UFL, getting 426 yards and 3 touchdowns. Notably, he’s found his niche on special teams. Simms had 201 kick return yards with the Panthers.
World's first fully hydrogen ferry built in Bellingham begins service in San Francisco
BELLINGHAM, Wash, — A passenger ferry now operating in San Francisco looks a lot like the fast ferry from West Seattle, but this boat is a first of its kind. "The Sea Change is the first, world's first passenger hydrogen ferry. So it's a very exciting day that has huge implications for the future. And yes, they absolutely have plans to build more of them and bigger ones and faster ones," said Jim Wunderman, Chair of the San Francisco Bay Ferry Board.
USS Ronald Reagan returns to Northwest, but won't arrive in Bremerton just yet
The USS Ronald Reagan arrived in the Pacific Northwest on Thursday, at the Navy's Indian Island facility, but its not settling into its new homeport just yet. The aircraft carrier will head to San Diego to do hull swap operations with the USS George Washington before relocating to Bremerton, the Navy said. The...
Car crashes into guardrail on SW 156th Street & Maplewild Ave SW in Burien Friday night
A single-car accident occurred at around 8 p.m. on Friday night, July 19, 2024 on SW 156th Street at Maplewild Ave SW in Burien. Police said that the vehicle collided with a pole and guardrail, resulting in the deployment of airbags. Despite the severity of the crash, only minor injuries...
Alligator sighting in Washington State prompts investigation
**UPDATE: As reported Saturday afternoon by KIRO 7, the reptile in question turned out to be an exotic tegu lizard that recently escaped from its owner. Alligators are not native to Washington State and could not establish a population in the region because of its cool climate. But somewhere in Snohomish County, a very large gator is on the prowl. “Granite Falls Deputies are investigating the sighting of a 10’ alligator near the 9400 block of Ray Grade Rd.,” the Snohomish County Sheriff announced late Friday via X. “The reptile was last seen south of Ray Grade Rd. toward the Pilchuck River.” A...
25,000-acre fire burning near Lake Chelan started by a human
STEHEKIN, Wash. — The wildfire burning near Lake Chelan has grown to 25,000 acres since June and now has the town of Stehekin under Level 1 Evacuation notice. The Pioneer Fire is believed to be human-caused and remains under investigation. Residents in Stehekin are preparing to evacuate if the...
Foster parents of missing girl Oakley Carlson to hold school supply drive in August
The former foster parents of missing 6-year-old Oakville girl Oakley Carlson will hold a school supplies drive through the month of August in Oakley's honor. Oakley's foster ...
Gunman nearly hits Tacoma schools security officer during daytime shooting
The Tacoma Police Department (TPD) is investigating a shooting that narrowly missed hitting a security officer working at the Tacoma Public Schools Central Administration building Thursday. The shooting occurred in the parking lot of the school district’s office, which is located in the 600 block of South 8th Street, according...
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