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VET PFAS Act 2023 could bring aid to vets suffering from PFAS-related illnesses
Military veterans across the country are suffering from illnesses caused by per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), to which they were exposed while serving at an army facility. However, the
Pierce County Council frustrated with lack of progress on homeless site
(The Center Square) – Frustrations are growing among Pierce County councilmembers after Pierce County Executive Bruce Dammeier’s office requested a shift of funding for a proposed $2.5 million homeless stability site. The county has struggled to find a low-barrier homeless stability site outside the City of Tacoma to increase homeless services to other parts of Pierce County. […]
Seattle police officer fired for ‘cruel comments and callous laughter,’ department says
SEATTLE — A Seattle officer has been fired after he was heard joking and making insensitive comments after 23-year-old Jaahnavi Kandula was struck and killed by another officer responding to an emergency call in January of 2023. In a letter to the Seattle Police Department, interim Police Chief Sue...
WA troopers investigate deadly motorcycle crash in Everett
EVERETT, Wash. - The Washington State Patrol (WSP) is investigating a deadly motorcycle crash that happened in Everett Tuesday night. According to the WSP, at around 8:31 p.m., officers responded to reports of a crash on southbound SR-99 near Lincoln Way. About an hour later, troopers announced that SR-99 was...
Hundreds line up for Raising Cane's grand opening in Vancouver
VANCOUVER, Wash. — Raising Cane’s opened its first Vancouver restaurant, and hundreds lined up to get their fingers on some of the brand's famous chicken fingers!. Cane's, known for its fried chicken fingers, crinkle-cut fries, Texas toast, and Cane's Sauce, is a Southern-founded fast-food restaurant whose popularity has led it to expand nationwide. However, for a while, PNWers could only get their cravings fixed at the Portland location in the Pioneer Place mall.
Raul Garcia begins six-day journey to Seattle
ELLENSBURG-Every journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step, and US Senate candidate Dr. Raul Garcia's journey began on Tuesday morning in the Yakima canyon. "Today we walk so every step counts, and honors every senseless death here in the state of Washington," Garcia said. Garcia is walking...
Seattle police officer caught laughing, joking about woman's death fired
SEATTLE - Seattle Police officer Daniel Auderer, who in 2023 was caught on body camera joking and laughing about the death of a student fatally struck by a patrol car, has been fired from the department, interim Police Chief Sue Rahr announced Wednesday. The incident stems from a conversation accidentally...
White Rabbit Group gains Friday residency at Vice Nightclub in Seattle
This month, a brand new nightclub is opening in Seattle’s Capitol Hill. Vice Seattle will be having its Red Carpet Grand Opening on July 19. To celebrate this momentous occasion, Vice is teaming up with the prominent promotion and events company White Rabbit Group. WRG will be bringing some of Seattle’s favorite local headliners to break in the new venue.
Alexis DeJoria is eager to get back on track at NHRA Northwest Nationals
After two weeks off, Funny Car’s Alexis DeJoria is ready for a swift turnaround at this weekend’s 35th annual NHRA Northwest Nationals at Pacific Raceways. The race kicks off the second half of the 2024 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season, and DeJoria is eager to get back on track after a month of struggles in June. After a strong start to the season in her 11,000-horsepower Bandero Premium Tequila Toyota GR Supra, including a final-round appearance in Phoenix, things didn’t go as planned over the past four races, picking up just one round-win.
Julio Rodriguez Congratulates Former Mariners Teammate on X After Home Run Derby Win
Former Seattle Mariners outfielder Teoscar Hernandez won the Home Run Derby as part of the All-Star Game festivities on Monday night. Following the event, M's outfielder Julio Rodriguez congratulated him on his win.
Seattle Mariners Eyeing Brandon Lowe for Second Base Improvement in Trade Talks
The Tampa Bay Rays, once high-fliers, are now facing challenges, losing key players and struggling to maintain their previous form. With a mediocre record of 47-47, they might opt to trade top assets. Seattle Mariners, plagued by issues at second base, could find a solution in Brandon Lowe, a consistent performer for the Rays.
Reminder: Tour de Terrace parade Friday, car show Saturday
Tour de Terrace — a Seafair-sanctioned, free summer festival — gets underway in Mountlake Terrace with a parade at approximately 6:45 p.m. this Friday, July 19, followed by a day-long car show on Saturday, July 20. Operated by a nonprofit with support from the City of Mountlake Terrace, the three-celebration — which also includes food booths, a beer garden and carnival rides — runs Friday-Sunday, July 19-21.
Sip & Savor: Summerfest, Ice Cream Day, and an Anniversary
Lakewood’s Summerfest returns this Saturday at Fort Steilacoom Park with an array of food trucks, activities, and live music. The event also includes a Lego-building contest and volleyball tournament with prizes for the winning teams. For more info, visit here. National Ice Cream Day. Bliss Small Batch Creamery is...
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