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Behind the scenes: Seattle Times’ World Cup photo team takes the pitch

A look at how some of The Seattle Times' photographers prepare for and shoot the World Cup games taking place in the city.

What’s fueling the far-left surge? ’Democrats themselves hate the party‘

Democratic voters are in a rebellious mood. But will socialism or far-left politics play anywhere but the big cities? In Washington, we’re about to find out.

Seattle’s population boom has hit the brakes, new data shows

Seattle’s population hit 823,400 in 2026, but growth slowed to 0.8% — a sharp drop from earlier this decade, FYI Guy writes.

Seattle-area civic leaders reflect on America’s 250th anniversary

Local leaders and advocates look at lessons learned in the 250 years since the adoption of the Declaration of Independence, and share their hopes for the next 250 years.

Seahawks News 7/4: Happy 4th of July from Field Gulls!

In Today’s Links: 10 Seattle Seahawks sleepers, whether the Seahawks can replicate last season’s offensive success, and not a lot else. Editor’s note from Mookie: It’s July 4th, it’s America 250, this will be our only post of the day. Thank you as always for being here at Field Gulls. Make this your open thread! […]

A child can drown in seconds. Doctors want more families to be prepared

Doctors and others are sounding an alarm: More U.S. children have been drowning in recent years.

Aurora glimpsed from West Seattle

Thanks to the texter who sent that photo and word of a camera-visible aurora within the past hour. Checking this skywatching site, we’re indeed in the zone.

Do homeowners need a ‘Do Not Solicit’ list to fend off unwanted purchase offers?

By Macey Wurm Reporting for West Seattle Blog At its next meeting, a City Council committee will continue considering a proposal targeting unwanted solicitations for homeowners to ell their property. The Housing, Arts, and Civil Rights Committee‘s special meeting this week included discussion of an ordinance that would establish a “Do Not Solicit” list, allowing […]

Autism remains widely misunderstood in parts of Africa. A mother in Guinea fights for her child

A family in Guinea first sought help from a traditional healer when their son showed signs of autism as a child.

Mariners fall to Blue Jays to put damper on patriotic pregame vibes

Blue Jays starter Dylan Cease quickly silenced the "USA! USA! USA!" chants and the Mariners offense never awoke in a 2-0 loss at sold out T-Mobile Park.

4 UW crews in semifinals at Henley Royal Regatta

Four UW crews — two men’s and two women’s — will row in semifinals Saturday at Henley Royal Regatta in the United Kingdom. UW opened its quarterfinal races Friday with a win in the Island Challenge Cup. The Husky women’s eight is made up of UW’s first and second eights during the season. They will […]

Photos: Seattle Mariners take on the Toronto Blue Jays