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Heather Bosch

Mariners’ playoff tickets, merch, and what did Cal’s T-shirt say?

Seattle Mariners' playoff tickets are in high demand due to the team's impressive performance.
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MyNorthwest Staff

Have you eaten here? More than a dozen restaurants close in Seattle-area

Discover which Seattle-area restaurants have shut down despite rising foot traffic in the city.
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Listeria found in Walmart meatball meals may be linked to deadly fettuccine outbreak

Federal health officials are warning consumers not to eat certain heat-and-eat beef meatball pasta meals sold at Walmart stores because they may be contaminated with listeria bacteria previously linked to a deadly outbreak. The U.S. Agriculture Department issued a public health alert late Thursday for Marketside Linguine with Beef Meatballs & Marinara Sauce sold in […]
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From Ralphie to Uga, live animal mascots inspire fans and create deep connections with their teams

BOULDER, Colo. (AP) — The newest star for the Colorado Buffaloes loves molasses-based treats, drinking straight from the water hose at her ranch and galloping in front of a stadium full of fans. Ralphie VII made her much-anticipated debut last weekend, the year-old, 700-pound ball of bison energy bursting out of her end-zone stall as […]
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Jason Sutich

Historic Lakewood restaurant closes today after half-century of service

After decades of service, the beloved Ram restaurant in Lakewood will close its doors this Friday. A community favorite will be missed.
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Paul Holden

Get ready for a jam packed weekend of fun in Seattle

Discover the best Seattle events this weekend and join in the city's vibrant celebrations! Perfect for all locals and visitors.
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Instagram’s ‘deliberate design choices’ make it unsafe for teens despite Meta promises, report finds

Despite years of congressional hearings, lawsuits, academic research, whistleblowers and testimony from parents and teenagers about the dangers of Instagram, Meta’s wildly popular app has failed to protect children from harm, with “woefully ineffective” safety measures, according to a whistleblower Arturo Bejar and four nonprofit groups. Meta’s efforts at addressing teen safety and mental health […]
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Heather Bosch

Mariners playoff tickets on sale Thursday, expected to sell out ‘extremely fast’

Secure your Mariners playoff tickets on sale Thursday. Act quickly; they're likely to sell out fast!
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How to navigate social media trends without derailing your budget

NEW YORK (AP) — Did you buy a new pink dress to watch the Barbie movie, only to never wear it again? An Oura ring because your favorite TikTok influencer had it? A new pair of baggy jeans because ’90s fashion is making a comeback? Niche trends fueled by social media can influence your shopping […]
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What to know before you try foraging for edible plants and mushrooms in backyards or public spaces

BOSTON (AP) — Amid renewed interest in foraging for edible wild plants, mushrooms and other foodstuffs, experts caution aspiring foragers to prioritize safety, plan carefully and learn proper identification. Here are some things to consider before venturing out to gather food from forests, urban landscapes and elsewhere. Confirm plant identification It’s critical to avoid accidental […]
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Trump’s Rose Garden Club: A lavish new hangout for political allies and business elites

WASHINGTON (AP) — Washington’s hottest new club has everything — Cabinet secretaries, a new stone patio, food from the White House kitchen and even a playlist curated by President Donald Trump. But good luck getting a spot on the guest list. So far, only some of the president’s political allies, business executives and administration officials […]
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Julia Dallas

From Boeing planes to Hollywood fame: A Seattle legend gets his star

Seattle science icon Bill Nye is honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, celebrating his contributions to education and entertainment.
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Iris Weaver reaches for a plant while teaching a class on foraging, May 8, 2025, in Wenham, Mass. (...

Foraging revival: How wild food enthusiasts are reconnecting with nature

PORTSMOUTH, N.H. (AP) — Standing barefoot in a grassy patch of dandelions, Iris Phoebe Weaver excitedly begins listing the many ways the modest plant can be used medicinally and in cooking. “I just picked a bunch of dandelion flowers yesterday and threw them in vodka with some orange peel and some sugar, and that’s my […]
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As enrollment falls, districts mull which schools to close. The decisions have big impacts for kids

athomas edited. For Wednesday at 12:01 am ET Thomasina Clarke has watched school after school close in her once thriving St. Louis neighborhood, which was hit by a tornado this spring and whose population has plummeted in recent decades. “It’s like a hole in the community,” Clarke said. She fears a new round of closure […]
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Trump’s ‘tough it out’ advice to expectant moms is the latest example of men opining on women’s pain

From the pulpit of the presidency, Donald Trump offered some advice to pregnant women: “Tough it out” before taking Tylenol. Nine times in all, flanked by four other men, Trump said expectant mothers should suffer through their discomfort instead of reaching for acetaminophen — or paracetamol in countries outside the U.S. — to cure their […]
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What to know about Fat Bear Week, a competition to be the chonkiest brown bear

ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — After gorging all summer on sockeye salmon, the portliest brown bears on the Alaska Peninsula will battle it out to see who will be named the fattest of them all in the wildly popular online voting contest called Fat Bear Week. Those casting votes online starting Tuesday will choose between 11 […]
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Release party for Swift’s ‘The Life of a Showgirl’ album is coming to AMC theaters

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Taylor Swift is heading back to the big screen next month, and fans are already lining up for tickets. AMC Theatres announced on Friday that it will host a release party for Swift’s 12th studio album, “ The Life of a Showgirl,” which is set to debut Oct. 3. The nearly-90-minute […]
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San Francisco’s City Hall becomes backdrop for striking quinceañera photoshoots

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — San Francisco’s ornate City Hall has long been a desirable wedding destination, with the advent of social media it also has become a must-have backdrop for many girls’ quinceañera photoshoots. Leading up to the traditional, coming-of-age celebration for Latino families, many 15-year-olds travel from across the state to pose for portraits […]
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Gen Z’s credit scores are dropping. Here’s what to do if yours is too

NEW YORK (AP) — Gen Z has seen its credit scores drop more than any other generation over the past year, largely because of student loan debt, according to a new report out this week. The total national average credit score dropped two points this year to 715, according to the report from credit scoring […]
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San Francisco’s City Hall becomes a dream destination for quinceañera photos

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — San Francisco’s City Hall, with its ornate marble staircase, elegant balconies and soft natural light streaming through its massive art deco windows, has become a top destination for girls marking their 15th birthday. The Beaux-Arts building has long been a wedding destination. But social media has helped the San Francisco landmark […]
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Chris Sullivan

How many people ended up getting enhanced driver’s licenses this year?

Discover how many people obtained enhanced driver's licenses this year after the REAL ID Act implementation.
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Heather Bosch

Washington 3rd best state for teachers, study shows

A new WalletHub analysis shows Washington as the third best state for teachers, highlighting its supportive educational environment.
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American Express Platinum Card gets pricier and adds new perks, including a $400 dining credit

NEW YORK (AP) — The Platinum Card is getting shinier and pricier. American Express’ latest update to its high-end Platinum Card, unveiled Thursday, comes with a lot more perks, including a $400 credit for dining out, and a lofty annual fee of $895. The Platinum Card refresh is just the latest from the major credit […]
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NYC mayor throws support behind bill to ban Central Park horse carriages

NEW YORK (AP) — New York City’s mayor threw his support Wednesday behind a proposal to end the horse-drawn carriages that have been fixtures in Central Park for more than 150 years as he ordered police to more stringently enforce laws already on the books to rein in the industry. Mayor Eric Adams, in joining […]
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