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Multiple Victims And Car Damage In Gang-Related Shooting At Seattle Park
A shooting incident believed to be gang-related left three individuals wounded and caused extensive damage to multiple vehicles at Stan Sayres Park on Saturday. The incident unfolded amidst chaos and confusion as authorities worked to piece together the events that transpired. According to police reports, multiple suspects began firing guns...
Fire breaks out in homeless encampments under Chehalis River Bridge
A fire swept through the homeless encampment beneath the Chehalis River Bridge on Monday, with the smoke and flames stopping traffic over the bridge. According to reports, the fire broke out Monday afternoon in the encampment, spreading among the tents and structures and sending black smoke into the air, blocking visibility over the roadway and subsequently blocking traffic for a time.
Three teens — ages 13, 14 — arrested for brandishing handguns at Chinatown Seafair Parade
Seattle police arrested three teens — two 14-year-olds and one 13-year-old — during the Chinatown Seafair Parade on Sunday for having and displaying loaded guns. The boys were caught near the intersection of South Weller Street and 7th Avenue South. “The Seafair Parade has hundreds, if not thousands...
Ron Capps explosive pass at 2024 NHRA Northwest Nationals
The Pacific Raceways in Kent, known for its challenging conditions, provided the backdrop for what turned out to be a dramatic and unforgettable moment in NHRA history. Capps' engine erupted in a spectacular explosion after the car lost traction, and he was forced to modulate the throttle. Despite the violent nature of the explosion, Capps demonstrated his veteran composure and remarkable reflexes, managing to keep the car under control amidst the chaos.
More than 700,000 acres of wildfire ravage Oregon
BELLINGHAM, Wash. (AP) — Firefighters in the West are scrambling as new wildfires threaten communities in Oregon, California and Washington, with at least one Oregon fire so large that it is creating its own weather. Interstate 84 in eastern Oregon was closed in both directions Tuesday between Ontario and...
Rock legend, ‘best guitar player in world,’ dead at 81
Jerry Miller died Saturday night in Tacoma, Washington, at age 81. No cause has been given. “Sadly, Jerry Miller passed away last night,” said the fan page post. “Jo and the family are asking for everyone to please give them some privacy and respect, and Jo asked that people cease phone calls for the time being. Thank you.”
WA Animal Response Team Successfully Rescues Great Dane in Need
Grab the tissues, after reading and watching this tremendous rescue, you'll need them. Late Saturday afternoon, July 20th, the WA State Animal Response Team received a call about a great dane named Luna who was in distress. The pup was on the Lake Serene Trail and unable to make it down.
BOTL Farm receives innovation grant
ASHFORD — A family-owned farm promoting humane farming and local stability received an innovative grant award from the Food Animal Concerns Trust. The Food Animal Concerns Trust announced BOTL Farm has been awarded a Humane Farming Grant. This grant propels the farm’s mission of providing humanely raised meat products while promoting a connection between consumers and humane animal practices.
Companies answer Tumwater’s search for arborist to re-evaluate Davis-Meeker Oak
Five firms and one consulting professional responded to Tumwater’s Request for Quote (RFQ) as the city searches for an arborist to provide another risk assessment of the historic Davis-Meeker Garry Oak. Mayor Debbie Sullivan decided in June to pause the removal of the 400-year-old tree, as demanded by members...
Prison powwow: Native families connect with their loved ones behind bars
Ryan Wixon (center) looks at the camera as he takes a break from drumming. His daughters, Ahyoka, 10, (left) and Lily, 7, (right) gather around him. (Grace Deng/Washington State Standard) In line to enter a state prison north of Olympia, 10-year-old Ahyoka Wixon cannot stay still. “My dad’s friend made...
Kyle O’Neill and Michelle Graham are the owners of Leo & Leto’s Winery and Bistro, formerly Blooms Winery and 5511 Bistro
Word is beginning to get around that Leo and Leto’s Winery and Bistro in Freeland is a great place to go for dinners, weekend brunches, wine and entertainment. Kyle O’Neill has extensive experience in the food and wine industry. He attended the Unversity of Alaska where he studied culinary arts and has been working in restaurants for the past 20 years. He has worked with several amazing chefs. He says “Food and wine always called to me, and I wanted to follow a career in this industry.”
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