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Tren de Aragua gang members continue to cross into the U.S. through Texas, Mexican authorities warn
SEATTLE - Mexican law enforcement officials in the border state of Chihuaha continue to see a large number of potential gang members passing through on their way to the U.S. Authorities say the people, who they believe are members of Tren de Aragua, a Venezuelan-born criminal organization, are using the El Paso, Texas-Juarez, Mexico corridor to enter the United States illegally.
King County Council signals approval of changes to KCRHA government structure
(The Center Square) – Members of the King County Council are pleased with proposed changes to the King County Regional Homelessness Authority, but note more needs to be done. The King County Council, the City of Seattle and the Sound Cities Association are set to vote on a new five-year interlocal agreement with the King County Regional Homelessness Authority, or KCRHA. The proposed agreement would create a single governing board...
Eskeridge among familiar names cut by Seahawks
The Seahawks had to bring in another linebacker after the injury to Uchenna Nwosu last weekend…. Nwosu went down on Seattle’s first defensive series on an illegal block that injured his knee. The Seahawks announced Monday that he would miss between two and six weeks with a sprained MCL.
Homeowner faces restrictions from HOA over plans to make necessary household upgrades: 'It's not that simple'
HOAs are notorious for preventing or stalling eco-friendly and money-saving upgrades for residents' homes. HOAs are known for their strict aesthetic rules, from governing grass lengths to dictating paint colors on houses. Those rules often go beyond the visual and create headaches for homeowners trying to upgrade their homes to be more comfortable or efficient.
Seattle, Tacoma lead US in combined sales tax rates among major cities, report finds
SEATTLE — No big cities in the United States have a higher combined state and local sales tax rate than Seattle and Tacoma, a new report finds. Seattle's 10.35% and Tacoma's 10.3% rank first and second in combined sales tax rates, according to a new report from The Tax Foundation. On its website, The Tax Foundation describes itself as "the world's leading nonpartisan tax policy nonprofit."
Seahawks release wide receiver/return specialist Dee Eskridge
Wide receiver and return specialist Dee Eskridge has finally reached the end of the line on his journey in the Pacific Northwest. On Tuesday, ahead of the league deadline, the Seattle Seahawks have released their former second round pick from the 2021 NFL draft. Now, Eskridge will be seeking an...
This Portland burger chain is expanding to the Seattle area in a big way
Killer Burger, the 14-year-old Portland burger chain, will make a major push into the South Puget Sound, opening six locations over the next five years for the company’s first toehold in the greater Seattle area, according to a press release. The expansion comes after Killer Burger inked a second...
Alaska Airlines emergency as terrified passengers hear loud 'bang' when Boeing 737 engine fails mid-air
Boeing saw another one of its planes forced to make an emergency landing following a malfunction. This time it was an Alaska Airlines flight bound for Oakland forced to turn around back to Seattle after its left engine failed
Comcast reportedly blacking out Big Ten Network for Oregon, Washington, USC, UCLA games
Comcast/Xfinity TV customers could miss out on the Oregon Ducks’ and Washington Huskies’ season-opening football games on Saturday. Fans of the four West Coast schools added to the Big Ten — Oregon, Washington, USC and UCLA — are reporting blackouts of their schools’ live sporting events on the Big Ten Network through Comcast/Xfinity. Customers who tried to tune in for the Huskies’ soccer match on Monday night instead received a message about what appears to be a carriage dispute.
Downtown Seattle Office Tower Set for Conversion to Housing
California-based Orton Development is considering converting the nearly century-old Joseph Vance Building, an art deco property in downtown Seattle. Location at the corner of Third Avenue and Union Street downtown, the project would turn unused Seattle offices into housing, reported the Seattle Times. City and state officials have recently passed legislation to encourage and support developers to undertake these types of conversion projects, offering tax breaks and regulatory relief.
Did Christian Haynes preseason penalty hurt his chances of winning starting job?
The Seattle Seahawks still haven’t announced a decision regarding their starting right guard despite being approximately 72 hours removed from their preseason finale victory over the Cleveland Browns. Sophomore guard Anthony Bradford and rookie blocker Christian Haynes have been entangled in that position battle all training camp long. Several developments on Saturday may have indicated that Bradford remains the leader in the clubhouse.
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