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Teens arrested with modified guns at Chinatown Seafair Parade release to home monitoring
SEATTLE — The three teens accused of setting off mass panic at the Chinatown Seafair Parade in the Chinatown-International District last week are now all back home after a judge released them onto electronic home monitoring. All three were arrested with loaded guns – and police say two of...
What's Up This Weekend: Your PNW Events Guide Aug. 2-4
Welcome to our weekend events guide, where we share what's up around Seattle. If we're missing something fun, or if you have an event coming up that you think we should know about, email us at hello@seattlerefined.com. Friday to Sunday, Aug. 2-4 Seafair Weekend. It's a tradition in Seattle celebrating...
Seattle councilmember criticizes Mayor Harrell's plan for more jail beds
SEATTLE — Plans to pay for more jail beds to house misdemeanor offenders are being denounced by Seattle City Councilmember Tammy Morales, who said it will lead to higher costs with fewer resources to respond to violent crime. Seattle's Mayor Bruce Harrell proposed legislation last week to begin using...
Seafair ships, Lincoln Park orchestra, Delridge P-Patch storytime, more for your West Seattle Tuesday
(Flower at West Seattle Bee Garden, photographed by Susan Whiting Kemp) Here’s what’s happening for the rest of today/tonight, as listed on the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar (send us your event any time – westseattleblog@gmail.com):. POSTCARDS4DEMOCRACY: Advocacy from afar, 10:30 am-noon every Tuesday at C &...
Conformal Group's AI Model for Community Management Achieves Unmatched Accuracy in Combating Online Toxicity
The adaptive model sets a new benchmark for AI performance in content moderation, strengthening and streamlining online community management. SEATTLE, WA / ACCESSWIRE / July 30, 2024 / Conformal Group announced today the launch of adaptive moderation technology designed to stamp out online toxicity and foster vibrant online communities. The artificial intelligence (AI)- powered tool streamlines moderation processes, significantly reducing human moderation workload while enhancing safety and community engagement. With early adopters totaling more than a million community members, Conformal Group has shown a reduction in moderator workload by up to 90%.
Des Moines Police uncover ‘large amount’ of narcotics in wooded area
Des Moines Police officers uncovered a significant quantity of narcotics while investigating a suspicious circumstance in a wooded area on Tuesday, July 23, 2024. Police said the discovery was made thanks to the thorough efforts of responding officers, who meticulously searched the area. During the investigation, officers located:. 472 grams...
Invasive green crabs linked to decline of shrimp, clam populations
In the serene waters of Willapa Bay, a silent invader is causing a stir among scientists and local communities. The European green crab has been linked to the decline of shrimp, clam and crab populations, posing a threat to biodiversity and local economies. The green crab is an invasive species...
Woodstone Apartments in Bothell Sell for $34.75M
A 124-unit apartment community in Bothell has sold for $34.75 million, according to CBRE, which arranged the sale. The Woodstone Apartments community, built in 1989, is located at 16520 North Road. The property sits on 6.42 acres with one-, two-, three-bedroom units, 86% of which have been renovated, according to a news release this week from CBRE. Community amenities include a pool, spa, fitness center, playground, and clubhouse.
There’s still time to register for Auburn’s Almost 5K Poker Fun Run & Walk, coming Friday, Aug. 9
There’s still time to register for Auburn’s Almost 5K Poker Fun Run & Walk, coming Friday, Aug. 9, 2024, from 7 – 8:30 p.m. at Les Gove Park. Participants walk or run 5 loops in Les Gove Park, stopping at a punch station after each loop. Draw...
20 law enforcement and governmental agencies to assist with security for Seafair weekend
SEATTLE — Ahead of Seafair's most publicized and popular week, organizers revealed that as many as 20 different law enforcement agencies and governmental organizations will be assisting with safety and security throughout the remainder of the event. In an interview with KOMO News, Seafair CEO and President Eric Corning...
Kent family searching for package that contained WWII heirlooms
KENT, Wash. — A Kent family can’t put a dollar amount on the package they suspect was stolen from their front door. They’re now on a mission to make sure what’s inside is not lost to history. On a back deck in Kent, the Glenn family...
Election 2024: Six candidates up to follow Garrido as Kitsap County Commissioner
Six candidates are on the primary ballot for the District 2 Kitsap County Commissioner seat after Commissioner Charlotte Garrido decided not to run for reelection this year, after serving four terms since her election to the seat in 2008. Voters will narrow down the race to two top candidates this August, during the primary election, taking them one step closer to the three-member body that oversees county government. The District 2 position encompasses all of South Kitsap...
Washington Costco Members: Brace for a Big Change
Costco is implementing a membership change for Washington state members, so get ready for it!. I would dare say that the majority of people who buy a membership to Costco are people who need to buy things in bulk and don’t want to pay through the nose to do it.