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The Roundup: The Scoop on South End Eateries

In this week's edition of The Roundup, Mike Davis talks to Grace Madigan about the Emerald's new food column that will feature the South End's expansive culinary cuisine.

Mariners warp reality, win normal baseball game in Kansas City

If you had “a tidy 2-0 victory in Kauffman Stadium” on your mind tonight, no you didn’t. The amount of nonsense in AL Central road games over the past few seasons has been enough for a lifetime, but no greater shenanigans have taken place than here. There was the 11-spot in 2022, its little sibling […]

25-27: Chart

78 degrees in August: Logan Gilbert, +.30 WPA 78 degrees in July: Mitch Garver, +.28 WPA 78 degrees in May, April, and March: Rob Refsnyder, Patrick Wisdom, and Víctor Robles, -.11 WPA each Game Thread Comment of the Day:

Mariners Game #52 Preview: Mariners (24-27) @ Royals (20-30)

The Mariners begin a six-game road trip today in Kansas City and hope to find a little more consistency between series. The Royals swept the Mariners clean at home over three games. Since then, the Mariners have mastered the art of the “It’s so over/We are so back.” This team has put on such a […]

Mariners activate Victor Robles from injured list, option Connor Joe

Victor Robles is back again. The Mariners activated Robles from the injured list on Friday as the team heads to Kansas City to start a six-game road trip. Robles began the year in the majors but was placed on the injured list in early April with a right pectoral strain. The Mariners optioned Connor Joe […]

Podcast: Seattle’s Child Care Assistance Program Offers Affordable Child Care And Education

The Seattle Preschool Program and the City's Child Care Assistance Program are actively expanding access to affordable, high-quality early learning opportunities for families. These initiatives are designed to alleviate significant financial burdens, enabling households to save thousands of dollars annually on child care expenses.

Series Preview: Mariners (24-27) at Royals (20-30)

After the sweep at the hands of the Padres last weekend, the Mariners managed to get things back on track a bit with a series win over the White Sox. Seattle hasn’t won back-to-back series since going 5-1 on their road trip at the end of April. They’ve been mired in an unfortunate rut, unable […]

Podcast: Seattle Medium’s Inaugural Best Of Awards Spotlights Black Beverage Makers

The Seattle Medium has launched its inaugural Best of the Best Northwest Reader's Choice Awards, an initiative designed to recognize businesses, organizations, leaders, and changemakers shaping the Pacific Northwest. A significant feature of this year's awards is the Black Beverage Maker category, sponsored by Urban Connoisseurs. This category aims to spotlight and elevate Black winemakers, brewers, spirit makers, and non-alcoholic beverage creators, reflecting Urban Connoisseurs' mission to enhance Black food, wine, and cultural experiences in the region.

Podcast: King County Settles $3.5M Wrongful Death Suit For Michael Rowland’s Jail Death

King County has agreed to a $3.5 million settlement in a wrongful death lawsuit following the 2022 in-custody death of Michael Rowland, a 63-year-old Black man who was restrained by correctional officers during the booking process at the King County Jail.

Hundreds of Thousands Could Attend the World Cup. The C-ID Plans to Be Ready.

Meet Byron Allen, The Comic-Turned-Media Mogul Who’s Taking Over CBS Late Night

Billionaire media mogul Byron Allen, who began his career as a comedian, is set to occupy CBS's 11:35 pm late-night slot with 'Comics Unleashed.' This low-cost, politics-free comedy program reflects Allen's stand-up origins and his distinctive business model. The move signifies a notable departure from the network's previous topical late-night content.

Black Teens Face A Hidden Crisis Of Dating Violence

Intimate partner violence disproportionately affects Black youth, posing significant challenges in its recognition and escape. In response, mental health professionals are implementing targeted support and guidance to assist these young individuals in breaking free from abusive relationships.