Latest News

Man with same name as US Sen. Dan Sullivan is eligible for Alaska’s primary ballot, judge rules

An Alaska judge has ruled that a man with the same name and party affiliation as Alaska Republican U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan is eligible for the state’s August primary and can be on the ballot.

States seek to lower drug prices by targeting the companies that manage them for health plans

Legislators across the U.S. are trying to lower prescription costs by reining in big companies that handle drug coverage for health insurers.

Egypt, Iran fans mix with protesters and pride flags in latest Seattle match

Friday’s World Cup soccer match in Seattle was colorful, in every sense of the word. The match between Egypt and Iran was anticipated for the soccer and political tensions.

Photos: Egypt’s Group G finale against Iran in Seattle

Lionel Messi won’t start Argentina’s group finale, but World Cup scoring record holder could sub in

Lionel Messi will not start when defending World Cup champion Argentina plays its group finale, but he could be a substitute.

HAPPENING NOW: Bicycle ride to honor Maridee Bonadea and other crash victims

As previously reported, this month’s Critical Mass bicycle ride will stop at “ghost bike” memorials to two riders killed in crashes, including 76-year-old Maridee Bonadea, the Vashon rider hit and killed in Fauntleroy earlier this month. Critical Mass doesn’t publicize its exact route in advance but did say on social media that Ms. Bonadea’s memorial […]

Cape Verde’s dream run continues, becoming smallest country into World Cup knockout round

Cape Verde completed an improbable run through the group stage with a third World Cup draw to become the smallest country to earn a spot in the knockout round.

Washington Huskies add punter Nolan Balke to 2027 recruiting class

Nolan Balke, considered among the top punters in the 2027 recruiting class, announced his commitment to Washington on Friday.

Spain wins World Cup group, beating Uruguay 1-0 as Muslera’s error sends 2-time champion home

Spain defeated Uruguay after another goalkeeping mistake to advance to the knockout stage of the World Cup and eliminate the South American powerhouse.

Mariners’ Luis Castillo delivers quality start to help beat Guardians

The Mariners were held to three runs or fewer for a 12th straight game, but Luis Castillo provided a solid start and the bullpen did the rest for a 3-1 win in Cleveland.

Washingtonians collect supplies for Venezuelan earthquake survivors

A pair of earthquakes in the South American country this week left nearly 1,000 people dead and thousands missing.

Photos: Mariners battle Guardians in Cleveland