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Burien City Manager Accuses King County Executive of “Establishing” Encampment Outside Courthouse
In an email to Deputy King County Executive Shannon Braddock last week, Burien City Manager Adolfo Bailon demanded answers to a number of questions about an encampment outside the King County Courthouse in downtown Burien, where unsheltered people have been living for several weeks. The county recently set up a fence around the encampment that prevents it from sprawling onto the sidewalk.
Washington Adds 2025 4-Star, ESPN 300 Arizona Safety–Former Arizona State Commit
The Washington Huskies have found some more speed down in the Arizona Desert in 4-star safety prospect Rylon Dillard-Allen. The 5-11, 165-pound defensive back chose the UW over Alabama, Texas A&M, and UCLA. In his live commitment video on Instagram, he toyed with viewers by putting on a few different...
First weeks of new sailings, King County Water Taxi sees jump in ridership
Seattle’s Pier 50 starts bustling just before 5:30 a.m. ahead of the first sailing on the King County Water Taxi. The “fast ferry” takes 278 passengers on each sailing from Seattle to Vashon Island, and Seattle to West Seattle. The Seattle-Vashon route runs 22 minutes one way...
UNC Baseball: Anthony Donofrio signs with the Seattle Mariners organization
Another day, another former UNC baseball standout agreeing to terms on his first Major League contract. As posted by the UNC baseball program's social media pages, Anthony Donofrio has agreed to terms on a deal with the Seattle Mariners organization. The terms of the deal have not been announced for the 10th round draft pick, but it's important to note that his draft slot value is projected at $181,100.
Seattle police: Man shot multiple times in Yesler Terrace dies Saturday
SEATTLE - Seattle police are now investigating a shooting in the Yesler Terrace neighborhood that left one man dead Saturday morning. Officers say they arrived to reports of a shooting at East Spruce Street and Broadway just before 12:30 a.m. on July 27. There, they found one man shot multiple times and provided immediate medical care until Seattle Fire could take over. However, the man died of his injuries.
Seattle Mariners at Chicago White Sox odds, picks and predictions
The Seattle Mariners (54-51) visit the Chicago White Sox (27-79) Saturday. First pitch from Guaranteed Rate Field is scheduled for 7:15 p.m. ET (FOX). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Mariners vs. White Sox odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets. Season series: Mariners lead 4-1. The Mariners snapped a 3-game losing streak Friday with a dominant 10-0 win against the White Sox to cover as -174 road favorites. 3B Josh Rojas led the way on offense with 3 RBIs courtesy of a 3-run home run while Seattle scored 8 runs in the 1st inning....
Announcers comment on traded player's activity
Before Randy Arozarena went off to his new team, he wanted to be sure he milked in every last moment with not only his old team but also, the fans of his old team. Arozarena was traded from the Tampa Bay Rays to the Seattle Mariners on Thursday. But nearly a full 24 hours later, Read more... The post Announcers on Randy Arozarena hanging with Rays fans: ‘I’ve never seen anything like that’ appeared first on Awful Announcing.
Military personnel ride Sound Transit free during Fleet Week July 29 to August 4, 2024
Sound Transit is honoring members of the military during Seafair by providing free transit service July 29 to August 4, 2024. During Seattle Fleet Week, members and former members of the Armed Forces, including active duty, veterans and retirees, can ride free on Link light rail, Sounder commuter trains and Sound Transit Express buses.
UW Bothell names new dean for School of Nursing & Health Studies
The University of Washington Bothell has named Dr. Vanessa Lopez-Littleton as its new dean of the School of Nursing & Health Studies, effective Nov. 1, 2024. Lopez-Littleton has nearly three decades of leadership and management experience in higher education, public service and health care. She has held several executive positions...
Seafair removes drill team from lineup citing safety concerns
After Seafair organizers pulled their participation due to safety concerns following a gun flashing incident at the Chinatown Parade, nearly 2,000 people have signed a petition calling for the Dolls and Gents Drill Team to be reinstated at the 2024 Torchlight Parade.
Silver Alert activated for missing woman in Seattle
SEATTLE - The Washington State Patrol has activated a Silver Alert for a woman with dementia who went missing in the Seattle area on Friday. Maria Chang, 69, was last seen around 4:30 p.m. Friday at Yale Ave. N in South Lake Union. Chang is described as 5'2", 120 lbs,...
Four UW Alumni Open Olympics Competition On Day One
PARIS – Four Washington Rowing alumni got their Olympic competition underway Saturday morning in Paris, with Simon van Dorp, Ben Davison, and Tabea Schendekehl all moving through directly to the next level. Dutchman van Dorp, the top seed in the large men's single sculls field, turned in the fastest...
Seahawks’ Byron Murphy was alleged victim of extortion attempt
Seattle Seahawks rookie defensive tackle Byron Murphy was the victim of an extortion attempt by an Instagram model, according to his agent. Murphy became the subject of social media speculation on Friday when purported messages between him and an OnlyFans model surfaced on X. The model claimed that Murphy owed her $15,000 and had blocked... The post Seahawks’ Byron Murphy was alleged victim of extortion attempt appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Columbia City construction site fire ruled an arson
SEATTLE — Investigators are looking for who might be responsible for a massive fire that destroyed a construction site in Columbia City. The fire happened July 13 in the 3300 block of Claremont Ave S. No one was injured, but the fire spread to a home and displaced one resident. SFD said in its initial release that the fire took more than 70 firefighters to put out.
Another West Seattle bridge project is about to start
Back in February, we mentioned that work was ahead for the “salmon bone bridge” across Longfellow Creek in North Delridge. Now Seattle Public Utilities has announced that work is about to begin. As explained on the project page:. The Salmon Bone Bridge was designed by renowned Seattle-based artist...
Reliever Ryne Stanek acquired by Mets from Mariners for minor league outfielder Rhylan Thomas
NEW YORK (AP) — Right-hander Ryne Stanek was acquired by the Mets from the Seattle Mariners for minor league outfielder Rhylan Thomas on Friday night in a move by New York to bolster its bullpen. Stanek, who turned 33 Friday, was 6-3 with a 4.38 ERA and seven saves...
Pedestrian struck while crossing Interstate 5 early Friday
A 22-year-old pedestrian was struck by a semi-truck and seriously injured while attempting to cross Interstate 5 at 220th Street Southwest early Friday morning, the Washington State Patrol reported. State Patrol spokesperson Trooper Kelsey Harding said that Liam Allen was injured around 1:30 a.m. Thursday after a semi-truck in the...
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