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WA’s high court will weigh in on transgender woman’s prison transfer

The case marks the first one the Washington Supreme Court has heard from an incarcerated transgender person, according to the American Civil Liberties Union.

Why Mariners closer Andrés Muñoz is throwing faster and finding more consistency

Mariners closer Andrés Muñoz is throwing faster than he has all season, and he's mowing hitters down lately. Here's the simple change that could be leading to his recent success.

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2026 World Cup: In Seattle, Bosnia-Herzegovina has breakthrough moment

Bosnia-Herzegovina made the FIFA Men's World Cup only once before, and it was knocked out quickly. In Seattle, the Dragons finally broke through after beating Qatar 3-1.

2026 World Cup: Qatar heading home after loss in Seattle

Qatar's World Cup run came to an end vs. Bosnia-Herzegovina at Seattle Stadium after a 3-1 loss. They're headed home, but they made strides in their second appearance.

WA state trooper jailed, charged with stalking former dating partner

A veteran State Patrol trooper is facing charges for allegedly stalking a woman he dated to see if she was in a new relationship.

Stevie’s Famous new North Seattle pizzeria sets opening date

Popular Seattle pizzeria Stevie’s Famous has finally confirmed its grand opening on Phinney Ridge. The local chain will be expanding to North Seattle this summer.

Switzerland wraps up first place in Group B at the World Cup with a 2-1 victory over Canada

Rubén Vargas and Johan Manzambi both scored to give Switzerland a 2-1 victory over Canada at the World Cup as both teams advanced to the knockout round.

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2026 World Cup: Bosnia-Herzegovina beats Qatar, could return to Seattle

Bosnia-Herzegovina beat Qatar 3-1 in the third FIFA Men's World Cup match in Seattle, which likely puts them in the knockout round for the first time.

WA trooper pulls over Tesla; driver says it was ‘possible’ she was asleep

Self-driving cars are legal in Washington, but only for testing. Definitely not for napping.