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Census data shows graying WA with a boom in boomers, drop in kids

New census data shows Washington is graying. From 2020-25, the number of older adults increased 16% while the number of kids 18 fell 3%, writes FYI Guy.

Victor Willis, lead singer of the Village People, dies at 74

Victor Willis, the lead singer of the Village People who also cowrote high-camp disco-era songs that became icons, including “YMCA” and “Macho Man,” died Monday.

South Park has (Highway) 99 problems

Highway 99 was built through Seattle’s South Park neighborhood in the late 1950s, as a way to support the city’s burgeoning industrial sector. Now, nearly 70 years later, the city has worked with community advocates to make a change, which could even include removing the highway from South Park altogether. We’ll hear more from a community advocate from the Reconnect South Park coalition. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed.  Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected], leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or leave us feedback online.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Medicare is now covering some GLP-1 weight loss drugs for $50. Here’s what to know

The federal government has launched a new program to make GLP-1 weight loss drugs more affordable for older Americans.

Hospitals in Europe are gearing up for the next heat wave armed with lessons from this one

In the wake of a historic heat wave across Europe, hospitals are already gearing up for the next one.

Bryan Woo turns in another outstanding outing at home as Mariners beat Angels

Bryan Woo continued his dominance at T-Mobile Park this season with six-plus outstanding innings, and the Mariners beat the Angels 8-3.

Mexico ends a 40-year knockout drought, beats Ecuador 2-0 to reach the round of 16

Mexico defeats Ecuador 2-0 to break a 40-year drought in the World Cup knockout stage.

Trump’s actions signal a move toward institutionalizing people with disabilities, advocates warn

For decades, disabled people have fought for their rights to go to school and live alongside peers without disabilities.

California bans ‘sell by’ food labels to cut food waste and confusion

California is making food labels less confusing by banning "sell by" dates.

Italy displays paintings from an ancient Etruscan tomb, its latest cultural acquisition

Italy is putting on display one of the best known examples of Etruscan painting.

Photos: Angels at Mariners

2026 World Cup: Underdog Senegal seeks to take down another powerhouse

Senegal will look to add another big name to the list of powerhouse countries it has taken down when it faces Belgium in the round of 32 on Wednesday at Seattle Stadium.