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WEST SEATTLE CRIME WATCH: Another SW Brandon gunfire incident

We missed this in real time, but police released a summary today: At 1243 hours [Monday], several 911 callers reported hearing shots being fired in the greenbelt area near 26 Ave SW / SW Brandon St. Officers responded to the area and contacted witnesses, which led them into the green space where they found evidence. […]

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What’s next for Seattle as the FIFA World Cup winds down in the city?

One day after the last Seattle-based match of the soccer tournament, local leaders are tantalized by the prospect of hosting the 2031 FIFA Women's World Cup.

What World Cup goals shook — or didn’t shake — Seattle Stadium

Among the top five shakiest moments of the World Cup goals in Seattle, three came from when the U.S. scored in its two matches against Australia and Belgium.

Storm’s Dominique Malonga named WNBA All-Star reserve

The Storm's budding star Dominique Malonga was named a WNBA All-Star reserve for the first time, becoming the third-youngest All-Star in league history.

Mariners have one All-Star in Randy Arozarena. Do they deserve more?

The Mariners have just one All-Star, and while they could potentially add another if any pitchers opt out, there's one position player who had a strong case and didn't make it.

Ruben Vargas sends Switzerland to the World Cup quarterfinals in shootout win over Colombia

Ruben Vargas converted his penalty and Switzerland advanced to the World Cup quarterfinals with a 4-3 shootout win over Colombia after a scoreless draw.

USA-Belgium World Cup Match Draws Record 42 Million Viewers

A total of 42 million viewers watched the men's USA-Belgium World Cup match on US media outlets, setting records for the sport.

Trump’s fireworks spectacle sent D.C.’s air pollution to ‘unhealthy’ levels

The president promised a record display of some 850,000 pyrotechnics for the country’s 250th birthday. The Park Service warned it could get dirty.

Fourth of July and Seattle World Cup festivities came with injuries

Fireworks caused 86 injuries and multiple fires over 4th of July weekend in the Seattle area.

9,800-acre Chelan Hills fire that killed 1 investigated as ‘human-caused’

By Tuesday afternoon, the 9,776-acre fire was 20% contained and had destroyed 19 homes and several dozen other structures, Douglas County Sheriff Tyler Caille said.

Murray, Cantwell call on Graham Platner to drop out of Maine Senate race

WA Sens. Murray and Cantwell have joined growing calls for Maine Senate nominee Graham Platner to drop out after a woman he dated accused him of sexual assault.