Groups demand more resources as robberies put South Seattle on edge – Tue, 05 Sep 2023 PST

Sep. 5—A recent spate of home-invasion robberies targeting Asian residents has left some in South Seattle on edge, with community leaders demanding more help from law enforcement. During a news conference Tuesday afternoon at Beacon Hill’s Benefit Playground park, organizers called on the Seattle Police Department to better inform residents of criminal activity, and urged…

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Here are the 2023 Washington State Book Award nominees; two Spokane authors make list – Tue, 05 Sep 2023 PST

Sep. 5—Nominations for the 57th annual Washington State Book Awards were announced Tuesday, with the nominees featuring a number of Seattle-area writers. Formerly called the Governor’s Writers Awards, the awards honor Washington state writers for books published in 2022, and are presented by the Washington Center for the Book and chosen by a panel of…

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Spokane apparently a Quiznos kind of town – Tue, 05 Sep 2023 PST

A recent survey by the sandwich franchise known for its toasted subs sought to find the best cities to plot their comeback. Spokane overwhelmingly was on top. Continue Reading at The Spokesman-Review here Top Featured Tags: – Washington News Press Release Distribution Service

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Medical examiner rules man’s death in Wallingford house fire a suicide

The King County Medical Examiner found that 48-year-old Salvatore Ragusa died of smoke inhalation and acute asphyxia in the Sept. 2 fire.          Top Featured Tags: – Washington News Press Release Distribution Service

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LEGO fan convention BrickCon moves to Bellevue

The longest-running LEGO fan convention in the country is hosting its 22nd exhibition in Bellevue, offering builds and battles for all ages Sept. 9-10.          Top Featured Tags: – Washington News Press Release Distribution Service

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Seattle-Bainbridge Island ferry route closed to cars between Sept. 7-13

The route will be down to one boat for passengers walking on the ferry between 1 a.m. on Thursday, Sept. 7 to 3 a.m. Wednesday, Sept 13.          Top Featured Tags: – Washington News Press Release Distribution Service

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Judge allows Georgia to resume enforcing ban on hormone replacement therapy for transgender youth

A federal judge in Atlanta has allowed Georgia to resume enforcing a ban on hormone replacement therapy for transgender people under 18. Top Featured Tags: – Washington News Press Release Distribution Service

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What Turned New Jersey’s Pools Green? A Man and His Drone, Police Say.

Sandra Woolstion decided enough was enough. It was Friday, Sept. Top Featured Tags: – Washington News Press Release Distribution Service

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Disney, Spectrum direct customers to other TV services as dispute keeping ESPN off air continues

A business dispute that has pulled ESPN and other Disney-owned companies off the air for nearly 15 million cable TV subscribers continues, with both companies taking the unusual step of directing customers to look elsewhere for their favorite networks. Top Featured Tags: – Washington News Press Release Distribution Service

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WSU to honor former coach Mike Leach during home game against Wisconsin – Mon, 04 Sep 2023 PST

PULLMAN — Back in December, when Mike Leach passed away, Washington State poured out memories and love for the former Cougars coach. Coaches, players and fans shared their favorite moments, from the way he pioneered the Air Raid offense to his insistence on a goofy personality. Continue Reading at The Spokesman-Review here Top Featured Tags:…

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Julio Rodriguez hits 25th homer to reach another MLB milestone – Mon, 04 Sep 2023 PST

CINCINNATI – Just another (historic) day in the life of Julio Rodriguez. Continue Reading at The Spokesman-Review here Top Featured Tags: – Washington News Press Release Distribution Service

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Suspect arrested in connection with downtown stabbing death near Wall Street and Railroad Avenue – Mon, 04 Sep 2023 PST

Spokane police on Saturday arrested a suspect for first-degree murder of a man found stabbed downtown on Aug. 27. Continue Reading at The Spokesman-Review here Top Featured Tags: – Washington News Press Release Distribution Service

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Workers at Elysian Brewing facility in Seattle’s Georgetown neighborhood vote to unionize

Workers at the Georgetown facility voted to join the Teamsters in August.          Top Featured Tags: – Washington News Press Release Distribution Service

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Jill Biden tests positive for COVID, experiencing mild symptoms

The first lady is experiencing mild symptoms and will stay at their home in Delaware, a spokesperson said. The president tested negative.          Top Featured Tags: – Washington News Press Release Distribution Service

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Australian who fell ill at remote Antarctic base is rescued after daunting mission

An Australian icebreaker traveled more than 3,000 kilometers and broke through sea ice to get close enough to the base that the ill man could be flown by helicopter.          Top Featured Tags: – Washington News Press Release Distribution Service

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No. 4 Alabama, No. 11 Texas meet in rematch of last year’s down-to-wire game

No. 11 Texas and No. 4 Alabama are set to meet again a year after going down to the wire. Top Featured Tags: – Washington News Press Release Distribution Service

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New Commanders ownership has reignited the debate over the NFL team’s old name

It was noticeable when new Washington Commanders owners Josh Harris and Magic Johnson referred to the old Redskins name in their introductory news conference. Top Featured Tags: – Washington News Press Release Distribution Service

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Marilyn Lovell, Astronaut’s Wife in the Spotlight, Dies at 93

Marilyn Lovell, who, as an object of fascination for the news media, the inspiration for movie and TV characters and a figure in history books, incarnated for many Americans the hardships and glamour of being an astronaut’s wife, died Aug. 27 in Lake Forest, Illinois. Top Featured Tags: – Washington News Press Release Distribution Service

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New generation leads growth of Spokane Tribe’s Labor Day Powwow – Sun, 03 Sep 2023 PST

WELLPINIT, Wash. – As hundreds of dancers from across North America poured into the dance hall for Friday’s grand entry at the Spokane Tribe’s Labor Day Powwow, circling the floor to the rhythm of drummers who had traveled 1,500 miles to be there, organizers celebrated the event’s long history while embracing changes they hope will…

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With ‘The Meadows,’ Spokane author Stephanie Oakes walks a fine line with a difficult topic – Sun, 03 Sep 2023 PST

It’s remarkable when children who struggled to read in elementary school become avid book lovers – and even more so when they grow up to be critically acclaimed, award-winning authors. But that’s what Stephanie Oakes did. Continue Reading at The Spokesman-Review here Top Featured Tags: – Washington News Press Release Distribution Service

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Analysis: With their roster set, it’s time to rank Seahawks position groups – Sun, 03 Sep 2023 PST

SEATTLE – The Seahawks initial 53-man roster of the season is set, as is the stage for the season opener Sunday against the Los Angeles Rams at Lumen Field. Continue Reading at The Spokesman-Review here Top Featured Tags: – Washington News Press Release Distribution Service

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Man saved by Washington State Ferry workers, fellow passengers at Edmonds Ferry Terminal

One ferry worker who was part of the rotation of people doing chest compressions on the man spoke to KING 5 about the experience.          Top Featured Tags: – Washington News Press Release Distribution Service

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