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New COVID-19 variant detected in Washington state, health officials say
The earliest detection of the new variant was on April 7 and the most recent case was from May 20. SEATTLE — The Washington ...
Cathy Moore to step down from Seattle City Council
Cathy Moore leaving Seattle council, citing health and personal reasons. Her leadership on safety and housing acknowledged.
Mariners will retire Randy Johnson's No. 51 during the 2026 season
Hall of Famer Randy Johnson's No. 51 will be retired by the Seattle Mariners during a pregame ceremony next season, the club ...
In wake of deep cuts, NOAA says it will hire for 'mission-critical' weather service positions
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said Monday it will hire for “mission-critical field positions” amid ...
Bodies of 2 missing people recovered from Possession Sound
EVERETT, Wash. — The bodies of two of the three people who were missing after a boat sank in Possession Sound in May were ...
Several states may see northern lights this week. Here's when and where you can catch a glimpse
A recent forecast by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows that several northern states may see the ...
Facing Race: How undocumented workers keep Washington farming - New Day NW
The KING 5 Facing Race team traveled to Eastern Washington to understand how undocumented workers shape both the economy and the communities they live in. #newdaynw ...
'Enough fentanyl to kill everyone in Seattle, twice:' 14 indicted in Washington drug trafficking ring
Two drug trafficking rings were accused of targeting homeless camps, the Chinatown International District and other areas ...
John Brenkus, host of 'Sport Science,' dies at 54 after battling depression
Brenkus hosted nearly 1,800 segments exploring how things in the sports world work, from basketball shooting methods to ...
Here are some of the best deals and discounts for National Donut Day
"The countdown to National Doughnut Day has officially begun! Celebrate with a Pink Raised Glazed Dozen for only $10. Get 12 light and fluffy raised rings handcrafted with pink dough and covered in ...
Here are the astronomy highlights coming in June to keep an eye on
In June, the seasons will change with the summer solstice on Friday, June 20 at 7:41 p.m. There will be 16 hours of daylight, the longest for the year. But as guest Keith Krumm pointed out, the ...
Nearly 80 Big Lots are opening this week. See the list of locations set to open.
Big Lots continues its retail comeback with nearly 80 store openings this week across several states, with more locations ...