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U.S. Reps Jayapal, Smith call for closure of for-profit immigration detention facilities
Washington Democratic Reps. Pramila Jayapal and Adam Smith on Tuesday renewed their call to close all for-profit federal immigration detention centers. Their letter to Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas comes just days after Washington Democratic Sen. Patty Murray requested federal auditors investigate health care services at the Northwest ICE Processing Center, a privately-run detention facility in Tacoma.
Excessive heat and critical fire risk through the weekend following dry thunderstorms in Eastern Washington & Oregon
Excessive Heat Warning for the Yakima and Kittitas Valleys from until 10 PM Thursday…. Stay hydrated, wear sunscreen and find cover from the sun when possible. Heat Advisory for Eastern Washington into Northern Oregon from noon Tuesday to 10 PM Wednesday…. High temps expected are 95-105°. Moderate risk of heat...
Firefighters injured, 9 residents displaced in separate Kitsap County fires
KITSAP COUNTY, Wash. — Firefighters from Central Kitsap Fire and Rescue responded to structure fires in Silverdale and Bremerton on July 16. The first was in Silverdale at 12:08 a.m. on NW Cascade Street. A department spokesperson said five people in a single-family home were evacuated and one adult had significant burns and was flown to Harborview Medical Center.
CKFR firefighter injured during blaze that destroyed five-unit complex
A Central Kitsap Fire & Rescue firefighter was injured while responding to a fire in the Chico area late Tuesday night, the second blaze in as many days that destroyed a home and sent a firefighter to St. Michael Medical Center. According to CKFR, crews responded to the fire at...
Police investigating shooting in South Seattle, no injuries
SEATTLE - Police are investigating a shooting in Seattle’s Columbia City neighborhood. The shooting happened around 3:00 p.m. near Rainier Ave S and S Orcas St. Authorities say there are no injuries reported. Detectives have the intersection blocked while they investigate. It is not known what led up to...
Seattle Mariners All-Star Game Disappointment: Munoz Brothers’ 27-Hour Drive Goes Unrewarded
Andres Munoz's two brothers drove 27 hours from Mexico to see him pitch in the All-Star Game, only for him not to get in the game, leaving both fans and family disappointed. Munoz's older brothers, Miguel and Helmer, made the 27-hour journey from Los Mochis, Mexico, to attend the All-Star Game.
“Thousands” Offer Former NBA Player Nate Robinson A Kidney But His Fight For A Transplant Continues
Nate Robinson‘s fight for a kidney has been known to the sports world for a short time. But now, thanks to a new ESPN feature, fans are learning just how long he’s been struggling with the issue and how hard it’s been for him to ask for help. He says that he first began feeling […]
Local Businesswoman to Serve on SBA's Regulatory Fairness Board
Colleen Echohawk, CEO of Native-owned lifestyle brand Eighth Generation, has been appointed to serve on the U.S. Small Business Administration's Regulatory Fairness Board. The Regulatory Fairness Board advises the SBA’s Office of Ombudsman on matters of federal regulatory concern to small businesses. The Office of Ombudsman works with small businesses to help them navigate federal regulatory issues.
Seattle Nice: Is Civility Dying in Seattle?
On this week’s episode of Seattle Nice, we ask whether recent graffiti targeting Seattle City Councilmember Tanya Woo—which said, among other things, “Fuck Tanya Woo—Get Her Out” and “Tanya Woo Hates Black People”—is another sign of what Sandeep has described as a new era of “toxicity” in Seattle politics.
Boeing Seattle workers pass strike sanction vote, union says
SEATTLE (Reuters) - Boeing's Washington state factory workers voted by more than 99% in favor of a strike mandate, their union said on Wednesday evening, as they seek a 40% raise in their first full negotiation with the planemaker in 16 years.
Key points of the Bloomberg Green Festival in Seattle
Seattle, Washington – Marking a major turning point in the city’s persistent dedication to sustainability and environmental stewardship, Seattle was the host for the Bloomberg Green Festival. The event showcased creative ideas and solutions meant to address climate change to participants from across the country. Starting with a...
Kirk Adams Honored With Henry Viscardi Achievement Award
Kirk Adams ’19 (GSLC, PhD) was recently honored with the prestigious recognition of a 2024 Henry Viscardi Achievement Award. The international award recognizes individuals with disabilities who have demonstrated significant accomplishments and dedication to enhancing the lives of people with disabilities and the overall disability community. Kirk Adams is...
King County Launches 100 Days Of Action To Tackle Gun Violence
King County Executive Dow Constantine, in collaboration with local community-based organizations and the city of Seattle, has launched the 100 Days of Action, an intensive initiative to confront gun violence. “Gun violence is a public health issue that demands urgent action,” Constantine stated. “This 100-day, intensive initiative to confront gun...
Seattle Authorities Appeal for Information on Stolen Sadako Sasaki Statue in University District
Seattle's University District is grappling with the loss of a cherished piece of its cultural tapestry after the theft of the Sadako Sasaki statue from Peace Park, the Seattle Police Department is seeking the public's help to crack the case. The life-size bronze statue, a commemoration to the young Hiroshima survivor Sadako Sasaki, went missing on July 12th, confirmed by police responding to a call at 11:30 a.m.
Byrd Barr Place To Host 60th Anniversary Block Party
Byrd Barr Place (BBP), formerly known as the Central Area Motivation Program (CAMP), will be hosting its 60th Anniversary Block Party this Saturday, July 20, 2024, at 722 18th Ave. from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Although it is the first block party under the name of Byrd Barr Place, the organization still remains true to its mission and reminds the community that BBP is still an organization that is run by and for the Black community of Seattle.
Do You Have This Heat Pump in WA? Recall Alert
The United States Consumer Product Safety Commission has issued yet another Recall Alert. Daikin Comfort Technologies Manufacturing Recalls Daikin FIT, Amana Brand S-series, and Goodman SD Heat Pumps Due to Risk of Excessive Heat Exposure. What does one look like?. https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/styles/recall_product/public/1AmanaS-Series.jpg?VersionId=tjsOwnE3NvvAK62k190HstXlh4embEiO&itok=MAlNNeT9. https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/styles/recall_product/public/1AmanaS-Series.jpg?VersionId=tjsOwnE3NvvAK62k190HstXlh4embEiO&itok=MAlNNeT9. What exactly is going on with this?. Why...
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