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Northbound lanes of Highway 99 tunnel blocked after crash

The northbound lanes of the Highway 99 tunnel were blocked Friday morning after a crash, officials said. The Seattle Police Department said on X just after 9:30 a.m. that it was Prius that flipped over in the tunnel. The tunnel reopened about 10:30 a.m., police said.

World record dim sum party: 830 in Seattle set mark

Put some respect on Seattle's name. As of Thursday afternoon, the Emerald City holds the Guinness World Record for the largest dim sum celebration.

UW football recruiting: How early success could lead to big swings to complete 2027 class

Washington took care of business early during the 2026 recruiting class to set up a big finish. It's poised to repeat the feat for 2027.

Emergency responders are ready for more World Cup matches

With a World Cup match and MLB game on Friday, additional ambulances will be staged in the stadium district and Pioneer Square to provide aid.

U.S.-Australia World Cup ticket prices dip — but they’ll still cost you

Tickets to today's U.S.-Australia match at Seattle Stadium have gone down in price from a few days ago. That doesn't mean they're cheap. Here's what we found.

What to Do In and Around Seattle for Fourth of July

From parades and fireworks to classic car shows on America's 250th birthday.

Seattle World Cup updates: USA soccer vs. Australia fans take over city

With the U.S. facing Australia, the World Cup spotlight returns to Seattle on Friday bigger and brighter than ever. Keep up with activity across the city here.

Photos: Seattle hosts USA vs. Australia in FIFA World Cup

Tay Keith, music producer for Drake and Travis Scott, dies at 29

Tay Keith, the hip-hop producer behind hits by Drake, Travis Scott and Beyoncé, has died. He was 29.

2026 World Cup: Team USA reflects on playing on Juneteenth

Friday's World Cup game in Seattle will mean more than just soccer to Team USA as the game against Australia comes on Juneteenth.

Seattle Art Museum union wins vote

On Wednesday, nearly 95% of voting employees endorsed the unionization effort at Seattle Art Museum, the city's premier art museum.

New southern resident orca calf spotted as another vanishes

According to the latest census, 74 southern resident orcas remain, down from their historical population estimated at between 100 and 150 whales.