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Mariners ready for break in piggyback plan that caused so much consternation

The Mariners' piggyback situation that caused so much consternation is dead, for now. And all parties involved seem pleased it’s going to be that way.

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Ebola outbreak in Central Africa could reach 20,000 cases without strong public health measures

The Ebola outbreak in Central Africa could grow to 20,000 cases or more, depending on how quickly infected people are isolated to slow the spread.

Iran’s World Cup team approved for visas to play in US, officials say

Members of the Iranian World Cup soccer team have been granted U.S. visas, clearing them to enter the country before their first two matches.

Seattle weather: Heat wave possible for Egypt vs. Belgium World Cup game

It could get Egypt-levels of hot in Seattle for the city's first 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup game.

Texas governor wants to speed up work on a fly-breeding factory to fight a cattle parasite

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott is concerned that a new factory isn’t expected to start work for more than a year on mitigating the New World screwworm fly infestation in his state.

Mayor Wilson agrees to turn on stadium-area cameras ahead of World Cup

Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson had said she would allow their installation but not turn them on unless a "credible threat" appeared, but city council members disagreed.

Seattle pays $2.6M to settle sexual harassment claims against ex-chief

The city has agreed to settle a lawsuit filed by four officers who accused former Chief Adrian Diaz of sexual harassment, discrimination and a creating a hostile work environment.

World Cup woes: Seattle soccer pub George & Dragon scrambles for liquor license

About a week before the FIFA World Cup kicks off in North America, Seattle soccer bar George & Dragon is scrambling to renew its lapsed liquor license.

How Seahawks’ salary-cap picture looks after signing Derick Hall

Even after paying rush end Derick Hall this week, the Seahawks are still sitting in a strong spot in terms of the salary cap — both this season and the future.

National Park Service ranger dies after falling into a crevasse on Alaska’s Mount McKinley

The National Park Service says Robin Pendery from Enumclaw, a ranger in Alaska, fell into a crevasse and died on Mount McKinley, North America's tallest peak.