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Sea-Tac Airport’s massive expansion—19 new gates, a second terminal, and upgraded cargo facilities—is moving forward after FAA approval, despite community pushback. The goal? Handle 56 million passengers by 2032 with improved safety and efficiency. While the FAA says impacts won’t be “significant,” cities like Burien and SeaTac are suing, arguing the decision skips crucial environmental reviews. T...

The FBI is digging into Argentina’s football federation, probing hundreds of millions in suspicious funds routed through South Florida banks and a Miami-linked company after Messi’s World Cup win—raising alarms over hidden payments, unexplained spending, and whether U.S. laws were broken in this high-stakes, cross-border financial mystery. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http:/...

Chrissy Shimizu, a Seattle native and Japanese American whose family lived through WWII incarceration, is now the new executive director of the Wing Luke Museum — a role she took on in May after nearly two years of vacancy. With deep roots in the Chinatown International District and experience leading a social justice nonprofit, she’s poised to revitalize the museum, which has struggled post-pande...

A family is suing King County’s homelessness authority after a fatal shooting in June 2023, where Eina Kwon and her unborn daughter were killed when a mentally ill man, Cordell Goosby, opened fire in their car. The lawsuit alleges KCRHA ignored multiple red flags — including Goosby’s psychiatric hospital visits and threats of violence — despite his long-term involvement with their services. Goosby...

An explosion rocked a Puyallup apartment complex Thursday afternoon, but authorities confirm it was contained to one unit—no threat to neighbors or suspects on the loose. Emergency crews are on scene investigating the cause, with heavy presence expected as they work to get to the bottom of it. Residents nearby? Stay calm, don’t panic, and keep an eye out for flashing lights. Listen in comfort: Get...

Costco’s facing a major legal storm after a class-action lawsuit accuses the retailer of knowingly selling Orgain’s organic protein powder riddled with heavy metals like lead, cadmium, and arsenic — despite marketing it as clean and healthy. Plaintiffs from across the U.S. claim Costco misled consumers by hiding dangerous levels found in independent tests, including Consumer Reports’ alarming find...

Two repeat illegal re-entry offenders, Miguel Rangel Jimenez and David Ortiz Tino, face federal prison time after multiple deportations and violent crimes — Jimenez, 49, got a year for assault and weapons charges, Tino, 31, got a year and a day for domestic violence and child abuse — both were repeatedly released by local authorities before federal intervention, prompting U.S. Attorney Neil Floyd...

Wally Funk, the trailblazing aviator and space pioneer who became the oldest woman in space at 87, has passed away. Once part of the Mercury 13—women trained to fly but denied the chance—she finally soared aboard Blue Origin in 2021. A flight instructor who trained 3,000 pilots, she shattered gender and age barriers, becoming the first female flight instructor at a U.S. military base in 1960 and l...

Costco’s under fire as a class-action lawsuit alleges they knowingly sold Orgain’s organic plant-based protein powder with dangerously high levels of lead, cadmium, and arsenic — despite marketing it as a clean, healthy choice. Independent tests, including by Consumer Reports, confirm contamination, and plaintiffs argue Costco’s branding misled consumers. The case, filed across six states, seeks a...

Blue Max Meats in Puyallup is recalling over 100 pounds of ground beef, burger patties, and bacon cheddar patties after discovering possible metal contamination during production — all packed on July 6th and sold by July 11th. The recall is limited to their single Puyallup location, and the company is acting proactively to ensure customer safety. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow:...

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The World Cup lights up stadiums with joy and pride, but beneath the cheers lies a heavy history. From Cape Verde’s Vozinha juggling gigs as an electrician and bus driver to Haiti’s triumphant run — a nation forged in revolution and still paying the price — the tournament mirrors global power struggles. Just as Haiti fought for freedom from colonialism, it now faces modern injustice: the U.S. Supr...

Wolves are back in the spotlight in Washington, sparking a heated debate after a string of livestock attacks led to the killing of two wolves — one illegally shot, the other legally executed under a controversial state rule. With wolves federally delisted in parts of the state but still protected under state law, tensions are rising between ranchers demanding immediate protection for their herds a...

New data from the Washington Healthy Youth Survey reveals a hopeful yet complex picture for teens: while three out of four tenth graders feel optimistic, disparities persist—LGBTQ+ and Native American students face twice the bullying, and transgender teens report feeling worse than their cisgender peers. Alarmingly, one in eight teens gambled in the past month, surpassing drug and alcohol use, fue...

Washington state’s small businesses are in crisis, with new data revealing they’re lagging nationally on hiring, expansion, and economic optimism—driven by soaring labor costs, sky-high minimum wages, and new mandates like paid leave and unemployment insurance. Owners are cutting staff, going solo, or fleeing to friendlier states, risking empty storefronts and a weaker local economy as lawmakers s...

Capitol Hill just got a juicy new addition: Sweet Mary’s Cherries is popping up with fresh Bing and Rainier cherries, seasonal produce, and flower baskets—straight from the Yakima Valley, delivered daily. Part of the Davila family’s summer hustle, this pop-up fills the gap while QFC’s redevelopment pauses, keeping the block lively. Cherry season’s short and sweet—so grab those peak summer flavors...

Seattle City Council President Joy Hollingsworth is pushing major changes to how a voter-approved education levy is spent, aiming to prioritize food security for students amid uncertainty over the state’s Millionaire’s Tax. She and Councilmember Dionne Foster want to pause a preschool voucher pilot, redirecting nearly a million dollars to existing school food programs, and delay a universal meals...

Club Comedy Seattle, the beloved Capitol Hill comedy staple for five years, is closing its doors unless a new owner steps in—its final show is July 15th. Founded by husband-and-wife team Rick Taylor and Chris Ferguson, the club started in a Thai restaurant before settling into its current spot in a former Starbucks, bringing much-needed nightlife energy to 15th Avenue East. They’ve hosted both loc...

Sound Transit’s light rail is hit with major delays today after a power outage near the University of Washington forced service shutdowns between Northgate and Capitol Hill, impacting both the 1 Line and 2 Line. Trains are turning back early, and commuters are urged to seek alternatives and allow extra travel time—no ETA yet. This disruption highlights how fragile our transit systems can be, espec...

A violent homicide in Puyallup has rocked the community, with detectives investigating the early morning death of a 35-year-old man found with multiple fatal injuries. Signs of a struggle stretched from inside his home to outside, pointing to a possible targeted attack. No arrests have been made yet, but the Pierce County Sheriff’s Office is racing to piece together the events and motive behind th...

Two homicides rocked Pierce County early Wednesday—first in Puyallup, then in Tacoma—linked to a 24-year-old suspect, Hayes McCloud, described as armed and dangerous. Authorities are urgently searching for him, who’s believed to be driving a silver 1996 Toyota 4Runner with WA plate CWW5132. Both victims were connected to McCloud, and the sheriff’s office is asking the public to stay safe and repor...

A teen was shot in Rainier Beach after a heated argument turned violent, with a handgun fired during a physical altercation. The victim, hit multiple times in the upper body, is now in stable condition at Harborview. Police are urgently seeking witnesses and have released a tip line: 206-233-5000. This tragic incident underscores how fast violence can escalate—and how crucial community help is to...

A chilling homicide unfolded in Tacoma’s Hillsdale neighborhood around 3 AM when police responded to gunshots on E. D. Street — finding a man dead from gunshot wounds. No arrests have been made, but detectives are actively investigating, urging anyone with information to contact authorities. This tragedy underscores the ongoing violence in the community and the urgent need for witnesses to step fo...

Two men are facing serious federal charges for a yearlong string of pharmacy break-ins across the Puget Sound, allegedly stealing tens of thousands of prescription drugs worth over $37,000. Koumssa Wakgira and Juston Young are accused of conspiring to burglarize pharmacies, distribute controlled substances, and possess drugs with intent to sell — actions that fueled the illegal market and endanger...

A deadly manhunt ended with the death of 24-year-old Hayes McCloud, the suspect in two July 8th homicides in Pierce County. After fleeing Tacoma and evading capture for days, McCloud was located in Seaside, Oregon, where he was fatally shot by police during an encounter. Authorities confirm he was the person of interest in the targeted killings, and an investigation into the Oregon incident is ong...