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‘We Keep Us Safe’: New Seattle CHOP podcast investigates teen’s unsolved killing

A new podcast series from The Seattle Times, KUOW and NPR's "Embedded" investigates the unsolved killing that led to the end of 2020's Capitol Hill Occupied Protest.

COVID testing provider to pay $1M to WA residents for exorbitant prices

A multistate investigation found GS Labs intentionally advertised inflated prices for COVID tests, sometimes as high as $380 per test.

Amazon claims data centers are 7-times more water-efficient than rivals as Seattle pauses new builds

Amazon is working to rewrite the narrative around data center's environmental toll as local communities begin shutting the door on rapid AI expansion. Read More

‘X-Men’ actor shares breast cancer diagnosis to raise awareness among men

Researchers in recent years have been pushing for more men to be included in clinical trials of breast cancer treatments, which are often tailored for women.

Courthouse glimpse of prominent Gaza doctor renews calls for his release from Israeli detention

Israel’s Supreme Court is considering whether to extend the detention of a prominent Palestinian doctor, Hussam Abu Safiya, who was seized 17 months ago in Gaza.

How the SpaceX IPO effect could send the Seattle area’s space industry into a higher orbit

A rising tide lifts all spaceships: Starcloud, Gravitics and other Northwest space ventures look forward to taking advantage of what SpaceX and Starship will have to offer. Read More

Too sick to work, but can they prove it? New Medicaid rule worries patients

Blood cancer survivor DeAnna Brandon worries about new Medicaid work requirements affecting her health coverage.

Nneka Ogwumike returns to Seattle, leads Sparks past Storm

In her first game against her old team, Nneka Ogwumike received a warm reception before scoring a game-high 24 points and leading the Sparks to an 88-83 victory over the Storm.

Judge considers arguments in challenge to New Mexico’s universal childcare program

It is up to a New Mexico judge to settle a challenge over the legality of New Mexico’s fledgling universal childcare program, an ambitious and closely watched effort to eliminate daycare costs for all working families.

Photos: Seattle Storm take on Los Angeles Sparks

Zahilay wants more King County childcare funding, bus service, housing

King County Executive Girmay Zahilay said the county is going through tremendous change, with pivotal decisions ahead that could echo for generations.

FIFA Men’s World Cup: Mohamed Salah, Egypt teammates dazzle fans during Spokane training session

The Egyptian national team held a two-hour training session Wednesday at Gonzaga with soccer icon Mohamed Salah drawing the attention of fans in attendance.