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Nutrition apps can help build healthy habits. For some users, their gaming features carry risks

The next time you get a trophy on a smartphone app, it might not be from a game.

Who flies the American flag for holidays — and who never flies one, according to an AP-NORC poll

Jerry Esters proudly displays the American flag each day on his Detroit home.

Saibari’s shootout winner sends Morocco past the Netherlands, earliest World Cup exit for the Dutch

Ismael Saibari scored the decisive goal in a penalty shootout, and Morocco sent the Netherlands to its earliest World Cup exit, eliminating the Dutch 3-2 after a 1-1 draw.

Republican Tom Kean Jr. reveals depression diagnosis after four-month absence from Congress

New Jersey Republican Rep. Tom Kean Jr. has revealed the reason for his four-month absence from the U.S. House.

Cole Young homers twice, George Kirby tosses 8 brilliant innings as Mariners top Angels

Cole Young clobbered two home runs for the first multi-homer game of his career, George Kirby was brilliant over eight strong innings and the Mariners beat the Angels 6-2.

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Despite Mariners’ struggles, Dan Wilson deserves more time as manager

It's easy to pick on a baseball manager after a loss. But they rarely get credit after a win — and Dan Wilson has won a lot with the Mariners. 

Seattle Mayor Wilson backs lefty challengers to veteran WA Democrats

Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson has endorsed challengers to two longtime incumbent Seattle legislators, including a rival to Senate Majority Leader Jamie Pedersen.

Monday Evening Headlines

Mail in voting deadlines in Washington don't have to change according to the Supreme Court, several wildfires are burning in Washington, and a look at live readings of the Declaration of Independence happening around Washington for the 4th of July. It’s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning. 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.

Paraguay upsets Germany on penalty kicks at World Cup after a 1-1 draw through extra time

Jose Canale scored on the first sudden death penalty kick, Orlando Gill made two key saves in the shootout, and Paraguay beat Germany 4-3 on penalties to earn the biggest upset of the 2026 World Cup so far.

Seattle claims World Cup record wins, despite misses

Local officials are largely claiming a victory in Seattle's performance as a host city for the Men's FIFA World Cup, despite a couple hiccups.

US Supreme Court to review WA law meant to protect runaway trans teens

A lawsuit brought by parents and conservative groups has been dismissed by two lower courts. But the Supreme Court decided Monday to hear the case this fall.