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Washington joins feds in suit against maker of apartment rental pricing software
Washington is one of eight states to join the U.S. Department of Justice in an antitrust lawsuit filed Friday against RealPage Inc., arguing the company’s software has enabled landlords to coordinate in inflating apartment rent prices. The suit says the company contracts with competing landlords who share “granular rental data,” including information on prices in […]
Ferguson campaign refutes claims he pulled out of October debate
(The Center Square) – Despite organizers saying as much, a communications spokesperson with Attorney General Bob Ferguson’s campaign for governor said media reports that he pulled out of a planned debate with Republican candidate Dave Reichert are “100% inaccurate.” "The claims that Bob pulled out of this debate are inaccurate and untruthful," Erik Houser emailed The Center Square Friday. Seattle City Club planned to host the debate next month. ...
Tacoma Humane Society Calls for Community Support Following Nearly 20% Increase in Animal Intake Over Past Three Years
The Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County has seen an 18.1% increase in animal intake over the last three years, prompting the nonprofit shelter to ask the community for support of their essential work during its annual ‘Day of Giving.’. “Our ‘Day of Giving’ reminds our community how...
Chelan County Hosting Series Of Grizzly Bear Meetings
Now that the reintroduction of grizzly bears to the North Cascades is inevitable, local communities are taking measures to prepare for the potential impacts of their presence. Next month, Chelan County will hold a series of public meetings regarding the reintroduction of grizzly bears. Commissioner Kevin Overbay says the gatherings...
Young teen pursues Girl Scout gold
A young teen whose dog Diva has given her purpose in life, is pursuing a Girl Scout Gold Award to serve those who would benefit from having an emotional support animal. What Kira—who enters ninth grade next month—has in mind is twofold: She wishes to start a program training emotional support animals, and create a non-profit which helps pay for costs related to the dogs’ purchase, food, training and vet care.
Pet Exposed to Rabid Bat in East Wenatchee
The Chelan-Douglas Health District (CDHD) confirms a bat that came in contact with a pet in East Wenatchee has tested positive for rabies this week by the Washington State Public Health Lab. The Health District says the exposure to the bat was limited to a pet and no human contact...
Takeaways from Seattle Seahawks 37-33 preseason victory over Browns
SEATTLE - The preseason is over, roster cuts will soon follow, and the start of the 2024 NFL regular season will arrive in just two weeks. The Seattle Seahawks wrapped up the exhibition schedule with a 37-33 victory over the Cleveland Browns on Saturday night. Geno Smith made his only appearance of the preseason and quickly led the first-team offense to a touchdown drive before taking to the bench for the rest of the night. Many starters followed suit with brief appearances before giving way to those battling for roster spots.
Call for Vendors: City of Destiny Festival
Vendor applications are now open for the 2nd Annual City of Destiny Festival! This event is a multi-faceted free community festival that will include info booths, free activities, food, and performances to be held at Edison Square. This year’s theme centers on the history of fashion and retail in Tacoma. The festival will highlight changes in fashion and consumer experience from 1880 to the 2000s. We are looking to educate visitors on antique/vintage clothing, cultural dress, sustainable fashion methods and local independent designers.
Mariners' Collin Snider: Snags third win Friday
Snider (3-2) got the extra-inning win over the Giants on Friday, firing a scoreless 10th inning during which he issued an intentional walk and recorded two strikeouts. Snider was called on to preserve a 5-5 tie in the 10th after Andres Munoz had struck out the side in the ninth, and the former responded with a crisp showing of his own. The right-hander lowered his season ERA to a stellar 0.98 with what was his 13th consecutive appearance without surrendering an earned run, and he now has four multi-strikeout tallies in his last nine trips to the mound as well.
Seattle Tacoma Airport Plunged Into Chaos On Saturday Due to Internet and Systems Outage
An internet outage brought travel misery to Seattle Tacoma International Airport on Saturday as the Port of Seattle confirmed that various systems had been taken offline due to the blackout. In a short post on its official X account, SeaTac confirmed the internet and web outage at around 9 am...
Tacoma rollover crash kills driver, I-705 S ramp to I-5 N shut down
TACOMA, Wash. - One person is dead after a single-vehicle rollover crash in the heart of Tacoma by McKinley Park and City Center on Saturday afternoon. The I-705 South ramp onto I-5 North will remain fully shut down during the Washington State Patrol investigation. Drivers are advised to plan their...
VIDEO: Tacoma Police make arrest in 45-car theft ring investigation
TACOMA, Wash. - Another teen has been arrested as Tacoma Police continue their investigation into a vehicle theft ring in the area. In addition to the arrest of the person police believe to be the leader of the ring back on May 30, 2024, officers report 45 stolen cars can be traced back to the following five people arrested:
Mariners place righty reliever on 15-day IL
Before Friday’s game, the Mariners placed right-hander Yimi Garcia on the 15-day injured list due to inflammation in his throwing elbow. The placement is retroactive to Aug. 20. Left-hander Gabe Speier was called up from Triple-A Tacoma in the corresponding move. This is the second time Garcia has hit...
Applications Due September 8 for ‘Community Member’ Position on Audit Advisory Board
TACOMA, Wash. — The Tacoma City Council is looking for applicants with experience in government performance and financial auditing, public administration, and government financial and fiscal practices to fill the “Community Member” position on the Audit Advisory Board (AAB). The AAB supports the City Council’s Government Performance...
Mariners' high-rated and quick-climbing pitching prospect pulled with another injury
The Mariners 2023 third-round draft pick, Teddy McGraw, has always had the oft-injured but extremely talented label. He's undergone two Tommy John surgeries in a four-year span, with the latest coming during his time at Wake Forest. However, the time sandwiched between the two procedures swayed the Mariners to take a chance on the right-hander.
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