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Seattle weather: Temperatures heating up Thursday
After patchy clouds in the morning, the sunshine finally returned this afternoon in full force and temperatures returned to average. It was the first above average temperature in 10 days for Seattle. We are going to continue to warm up through the weekend. Highs today topped out in the upper...
Electricity bill credits are rolling out to WA residents. Find out if you're eligible
State officials rolled out a program Monday providing a one-time $200 credit on electricity bills of up to 675,000 low- and moderate-income households in Washington. Funded with proceeds from the state’s auction of pollution credits, it’s the most visible investment yet from the Climate Commitment Act, a 2021 law that critics say is driving up energy costs for consumers and is targeted for repeal with an initiative on the November ballot. ...
Matthew Ellis Signs with Seattle
Ellis joins the professional ranks following a spectacular season on The Flats. After transferring in for the 2024 season, Ellis worked as both catcher and a designated hitter for Tech. He was one of the hottest hitters in the league over the final two months of the season, pushing his average to .310 overall with 67 hits, 12 doubles and 16 home runs. Ellis caught fire as Tech made their run in the month of April, hitting a blistering .403 with 25 hits, five doubles and eight home runs for a gaudy 30 RBI for the month to help catapult the Jackets to an NCAA Tournament berth. He was awarded with second-team all-ACC honors and a spot on the ABCA/Rawlings all-Region team, joining teammate Drew Burress in that distinction.
Biden administration rejects top Inslee choice for Alaska fish commission, reappoints trawl ally
This story has been updated with additional information and to reflect the formal announcement of the North Pacific Fishery Management Council appointments. The Biden administration has rejected a nominee for a key Alaska fisheries management post who could have tipped decisions toward the interests of tribes and conservation groups and away from the priorities of the […]
Cruisin’ Kent Car Show set for Aug. 25 at Kent Station
The Cruisin’ Kent Car Show returns Sunday, Aug. 25 to the Kent Station shopping center, 417 Ramsay Way. The sixth annual event will run from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., with check-in for entries beginning at 10 a.m. in the breezeway by Games Workshop, Just Poke and Hatstop. Participation is free.
Pierce County deputies investigate fatal shooting in Parkland
PARKLAND, Wash. - Pierce County Sheriff's deputies are investigating a shooting that left a man dead in Parkland on Wednesday. According to the Pierce County Sheriff's Department, deputies responded to a report of a shooting near the intersection of 119th St. S and Pacific Ave. S at 6:39 p.m. Witnesses...
SWAT standoff at Motel 6 in South Everett
EVERETT—What started out as a hostage situation at the Motel 6 in South Everett, located at 224 128th St SW, involving a 3-year-old child, ended safely after the 48-year-old male suspect surrendered to law enforcement around 11 p.m., Wednesday evening—a 13-hour standoff with Snohomish County Deputies. The suspect,...
Kirkland Hero Saves Girlfriend and Daughter from Raging Fire, Prevents Neighborhood Tragedy
Yesterday morning, a residential blaze tore through a Kirkland home, leaving it enveloped in flames and the community shaken. The fire, which officials are still working to determine the cause of, was reported before 2 a.m., prompting a swift response from crews with the Kirkland Fire Department. Upon arrival at the Northeast 129th Street location, firefighters had to cut through a fence to access the already fully engorged building, as FOX 13 Seattle reported.
Art Beat: A film release, retro treasures and page-turning fun
Unreleased film ‘The Scalpel,’ 90 years in the making, features Edmonds composer Ed Hartman. Issaquah Film Festival (World Premiere) 5:45 – 6:45 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 4, Issaquah Highlands at Grand Ridge Plaza, 1451 Highlands Dr. N.E., Issaquah. Local Sightings Film Festival (Seattle Premiere) 7 p.m., Friday, Sep....
Washington gas prices rose from last week: See how much here
State gas prices rose last week and reached an average of $4.11 per gallon of regular fuel on Monday, up from last week's price of $4.10 per gallon, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The average fuel price in state has fallen about 4 cents since last month. According to the EIA, gas prices across the state in the last year have been as low as $3.70 on Jan. 2, 2023, and as high as $4.99...
Community Corner—African American Reach & Teach Health Ministry
Community Corner highlights the work of Seattle Human Services’ community partners in their own words. Our goal is to gather stories and photos that illustrate their amazing work on behalf of the people of Seattle. This post highlights the African American Reach & Teach Health Ministry, often referred to as AARTH (arth).
Chris Stapleton Rains Hot Dogs From the Sky in Seattle [Watch]
During Chris Stapleton's recent All-American Road Show stop at Seattle's T-Mobile Park, the price of admission came with a tasty snack. As the singer performed his hit "Parachute," glowing mini-parachutes descended into the crowd — and attached to each one was a hot dog. Yep, you read that right:...
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