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Crews battle 2-alarm fire at Redmond business
Crews are at the scene of a two-alarm fire at a business in the Ames Lake area of Redmond.
Cantwell-Cruz bipartisan college sports reform bill gets major Senate hearing on Wednesday
U.S. Sen. Maria Cantwell and Sen. Ted Cruz rarely find themselves on the same side of major policy debates.
Trump in 'excellent health,' White House physician says after president's physical exam
President Donald Trump is in "excellent health" and is "fully fit to carry out all duties of the Commander-in-Chief and Head of State," his doctor said.
3 receiving preventive treatment after exposure to rabid bat in Snohomish County home
Three Snohomish County residents are receiving preventive treatment for rabies after being exposed to a bat that tested positive for the virus, county health of
Former Gov. Gregoire warns Washington faces 'critical point’ on taxes, jobs, business
The report also warned of rising labor costs, longer permitting timelines, growing regulation and declining affordability.
Former AG Pam Bondi gets appointed to science panel by Trump
President Donald Trump appointed former Attorney General Pam Bondi to a science panel.
White House touts Trump's 'excellent health' ahead of annual physical
"President Trump is the sharpest and most accessible President in American history," spokesperson Davis Ingle said.
The 'Hungry' hippo movie is here and it's not the childhood game you remember
Someone greenlit a killer hippo movie and we are completely on board!
The 'Hungry' hippo movie is here and it's not the childhood game you remember
Someone greenlit a killer hippo movie and we are completely on board!
Months after historic floods, local businesses denied SBA loans and left with few options
Months after historic floods devastated the region, some small business owners are still struggling to recover and say they're falling through the cracks when i
Seattle Councilmember Rob Saka 'gravely concerned' about city's business climate
Seattle City Councilmember Rob Saka says he is “gravely concerned” about the future of Seattle’s business climate, warning that city leaders must avoid “villain
Anxiety and anger: New report explores mental health struggles of boys and young men
A new report from The Jed Foundation (JED) examines the mental health challenges facing boys and young men.
Congress increases scrutiny into sports betting, prediction markets
Congress is intensifying its scrutiny of sports gambling and prediction markets amid a wave of scandals in professional and collegiate sports that have raised c
UW awards first Steve Pool Memorial Scholarship to atmospheric science undergrad student
Steve Pool’s legacy is now helping a new generation of weather watchers and climate thinkers at the University of Washington.
Starbucks layoffs prompt renewed concern about Seattle business climate
The return of a bookstore, in the heart of what was once a thriving retail and dining district, should be a cause for celebration.
Trump targets Massie in latest political fight as MAGA holds strong
During a November news conference alongside survivors of Jeffrey Epstein, Rep. Thomas Massie, R-Ky.
Cruise ship hit by deadly hantavirus outbreak docks in Netherlands for disinfection
At least 11 hantavirus cases have been reported, including nine confirmed by the World Health Organization (WHO).
BBB urges online shoppers to double-check companies found in AI searches
Artificial intelligence is changing how consumers shop online, and the Better Business Bureau is urging people to take extra steps to verify businesses before m
Health officials track fourth King County resident tied to MV Hondius Andes hantavirus
Public Health – Seattle & King County officials are monitoring a fourth King County resident for possible exposure to the Andes type of hantavirus linked to the
Thurston County auction business sentenced for illegal ivory sale
A Thurston County auction business was sentenced on Wednesday after pleading guilty in a case involving the illegal sale of a figurine carved from ivory.
Ozzy Osbourne's son says celebrities should shut up when it comes to politics
The late Ozzy Osbourne’s son Jack said Friday that celebrities should be quiet when it comes to politics.
Singer Tayler Holder cancels tour amid mental health struggles: 'I've reached my limits'
Country star Tayler Holder will not be continuing with his tour.
Americans weigh in on their top concerns, but is Washington taking action?
Americans see money in politics, health care affordability, and inflation as the top problems facing the nation, according to a new Pew Research Center report.
Schumer claims Trump's health 'getting worse by the day'
The Senate minority leader pointed to the president's flood of overnight social media posts.
Small business owners 'increasingly pessimistic,' squeezed by higher costs, labor concerns
Small business optimism was flat last month, with an index that measures its level stuck below its long-term average for the second month in a row, the NFIB showed.
Business owner warns Washington’s 'millionaires tax' could spur an exodus of top earners
A sense of frustration is growing among some of Washington state’s job creators.
Trump administration launches moms.gov to support pregnant women and families
The initiative falls under the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), led by Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Seattle beer garden employee found fatally shot inside business
Seattle police are investigating a homicide after a man was found dead Saturday morning at a business in the city’s Lake City neighborhood, authorities said.
Seattle mayor praises Amazon, big businesses for housing contributions
He added that the Brighton housing is intended for frontline workers, seniors and service providers, not Amazon corporate employees.
Israel support becomes political fault line in both parties
Support for Israel has long been considered a cornerstone of American foreign policy.
Kirkland police search 3 businesses, arrest 2 people suspected of promoting prostitution
Law enforcement conducted searches at three Kirkland businesses and arrested two people on Tuesday in connection with suspected human trafficking and promoting
Ted Danson is 'doing some things differently' after a recent health scare
Don’t worry, Ted Danson is doing okay. But he did have a health scare that forced him to make some changes in his life.
Portland leaders review report on vacancy fees as property owners push back
Portland city leaders are reviewing a report on what implementing a so-called vacancy fee could look in Portland, as property owners cite the effort as a waste
Seattle pauses Leschi marina redevelopment after outcry from disrupted local businesses
Local businesses in Seattle’s Leschi neighborhood say they were caught off guard this week when city crews abruptly blocked access to storefronts as part of a m
Seattle professor says 'millionaires tax' could impact state business climate, relocations
Washington’s newly approved tax on millionaires is raising questions about whether some of the wealthiest residents could leave.
3 dead as suspected hantavirus outbreak investigated aboard cruise ship
Health officials are investigating a suspected hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean after three passengers died.
Washington renews legal push for health inspections at Tacoma ICE detention center
A renewed legal push is underway to allow health inspections at the Northwest ICE Processing Center in Tacoma, after months of court battles over whether state
Dr. Pimple Popper gives health update after suffering stroke while filming new season
Dr. Sandra Lee, aka Dr. Pimple Popper, suffered a stroke five months ago, but insists it’s nothing her fans should worry about.
'Ancient Aliens' expert David Wilcock dead at 53 after 'mental health crisis'
Wilcock was also a popular presence on YouTube in the paranormal and conspiracy theory world.
'Ancient Aliens' expert David Wilcock dead at 53 after 'mental health crisis'
Wilcock was also a popular presence on YouTube in the paranormal and conspiracy theory world.
Valve Steam Controller details leak ahead of launch
Komodo Station’s Steam Controller page goes live before the official launch, revealing this pad's final design and how it fits in your hands.
Asking AI health questions? Use with caution, researchers say
Two newly published studies offer a flashing yellow light for anyone who searches for health answers on AI chatbots.
Measles exposure alert for Ellensburg school as Kittitas County hits outbreak status
Health officials in central Washington are responding to potential measles exposures at Valley View Elementary School in Ellensburg as the county enters outbrea
Sen. Tammy Baldwin introduces For the Fans Act to expand access to live sports broadcasts
As the NHL and NBA playoffs get underway, Major League Baseball’s season continues and the NFL draft approaches, Sen. Tammy Baldwin, D-Wis.
Kalshi fines & suspends 3 political candidates for betting on their own campaigns
The prediction market platform Kalshi is cracking down on insider trading by political candidates. On Wednesday.
State law conflict sees WIAA sink proposal to ban transgender students from girls’ sports
A proposal to bar transgender girls from participating in girls’ sports has failed for a second consecutive year in Washington, falling short of the supermajori
A new frontier in mental health promise, risk and responsibility
Despite billions spent and countless programs launched, rates of suicide and treatment-resistant PTSD remain stubbornly high among those who have served.
'The Blind Side' star Quinton Aaron speaks out on health and marriage after coma
The actor suffered a spinal stroke in January and later learned his wife's divorce had never been finalized.
Fed chair nominee on 2020 election winner: 'Keep politics out of monetary policy'
Federal Reserve chairman nominee Kevin Warsh said Tuesday when asked who won the 2020 presidential election, "Keep politics out of monetary policy."
Taxpayer advocates back Trump push for medical price transparency in federal plans
Trump admin pushes health price transparency for federal workers; advocates support it, while industry leaders raise privacy concerns.
Campaigns raise money for and against girls' sports, parents' rights issues on Nov. ballot
We are already gearing up for a busy midterm election that will include at least two statewide issues on Washington’s ballot.Let's Go Washington collected signa
Maryland to chart independent vaccine guidance under new 'Vax Act'
Maryland is preparing for a major shift in how it determines vaccine recommendations and other preventive health guidelines, after Governor Wes Moore signed a n
Bothell police investigate downtown massage parlors; five businesses shut down
Bothell police are investigating several massage parlors in the city’s downtown area over suspected prostitution.
Gambling legislation proposed puts fee on sports wagers
A bill has been proposed by Republican State Senator Bill Blessing, based in the Cincinnati area, that would put a two percent fee on sports wagers.The bill is
Small business optimism falls as energy costs rise, NFIB report shows
Small business optimism took a hit last month as energy prices rose, according to the NFIB.
King County confirms measles case in infant; exposure risk in Bellevue and Seattle low
Public Health – Seattle & King County is warning of potential measles exposures in Bellevue, northeast Seattle, and on public transit after confirming a case in
No refund top customer complaint BBB helps with process of complaints and reviews
For many shoppers in Washington, getting a refund is becoming a bigger headache than the original problem.New data from the Better Business Bureau shows complai
HHS Secretary Kennedy announces launching of new health podcast
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced Thursday that he would be launching a health podcast.
100K new veterans sign up for VA health care amid 'landmark improvements'
Veterans Affairs has recorded 100,000 new health care enrollees already this year, hitting the milestone faster than in six of the last seven years, the department said this week.
Snohomish County declares measles outbreak over, warns travel could bring new cases
The Snohomish County Health Department has declared an end to the county’s recent measles outbreak, but health officials are warning residents to stay alert as
Sharing her passion for science
By Danielle Rush Communications Specialist, Indiana University Kokomo Hisako Masuda, Indiana University Kokomo professor of biochemistry, was honored by the Indiana Academy of Science (IAS) as its 2026 Distinguished Scholar. The award is given to an individual who is recognized by the IAS as having an exceptional record of scholarship. Recipients are selected from nominations submitted to its awards committee. “I was surprised,” said Masuda, who joined IU Kokomo’s faculty in 2013. “I feel there are many good scientists in the Academy, so I wasn’t expecting it at all.” Patrick Motl, dean of the School of Sciences, said the Academy recognizes up to one member per year, and that Masuda is the second or third IU Kokomo faculty member to receive the commendation. “Clearly this speaks to the strength of Dr. Masuda’s accomplishments in research and scholarship and that her work stands out amongst her peers in Indiana,” said Motl, who received the award in 2019. “Many of the institutions that participate in the IAS are undergraduate institutions or primarily undergraduate institutions, but even having that caveat, Dr. Masuda has built and maintains a very active research program in her lab, working exclusively with undergraduates. She is passionate about science and can share that passion with her students. To carry on a quality research program with so many students involved in so many projects is truly remarkable and I am glad that the IAS acknowledged that for Dr. Masuda.” The IAS specifically commended her for involving more than 50 undergraduates in her research in bacterial metabolism, genomics, and their phenotypic plasticity at IU Kokomo, and publishing 23 articles with many student co-authors. Masuda’s current work primarily focuses on biodegradation and chemical repurposing of nylon. Using soil bacteria, her lab studies bacterial biodegradation of nylon and other environmental pollutants. She applies principles of green chemistry while developing a method to convert nylon waste into other nontoxic polymers. In collaborative work with health scientists, her lab investigates gut microbiomes of Indiana native birds as well as human subjects in a clinical study. She became interested in converting plastic waste while earning her Ph.D. at Rutgers University, working on methods to remove environmental waste not using chemicals or other intrusive methods. She learned about Nylon 11, which is used in pipes for transferring oil, interior components for cars, catheters, and in other industrial hard plastics. Nylon 11 is nontoxic, she added, so it is safe to include students in the research. “Those are considered to be nonbiodegradable, and have to go to a landfill,” she said. “I thought if we could come up with a way to biodegrade it, that would make some kind of impact.” Eventually, she wants to develop a product that would convert nylon waste to something useful, and to reduce waste and microplastics in the environment. “That would be my goal at some point, that we can make that change, and also make people more aware of their use of plastics,” she said. “I hope students stop to think about what we can do as scientists to address issues currently impacting us.” She appreciates the IAS for its support of scientific research at Indiana institutions, and IU Kokomo and the School of Sciences for providing funding for students to attend the Academy’s annual meeting. She added that IU Kokomo has also supported her research with funding from the School of Sciences and Academic Affairs. “Without that, I couldn’t do my research,” she said. Masuda has also earned a Senior Research Grant from the IAS, IU Kokomo’s Distinguished Research Award, and the IU Kokomo Junior Faculty Annual Research Award. She is a Fellow of the Indiana Academy of Science. Education is KEY at Indiana University Kokomo.
Public Health warns of measles exposure in Seattle, Bellevue and Kirkland
Officials noted the case totals reflect only King County residents and do not include people who may have traveled through the area while contagious.
King County order targets housing, shelters and behavioral health
King County Executive Girmay Zahilay announced a new Executive Order on Tuesday aimed at boosting affordable housing and shelter options throughout the region.
Survey: More than half of Washington clinicians cite mental-health risks from cannabis use
More than a decade after Washington legalized recreational cannabis, a new survey suggests many clinicians are increasingly worried about the mental-health risk
Mercer Island businesses hoping for boost after Crosslake light rail connection launches
The Crosslake connection is now running, and businesses near the new stations are watching closely to see whether the added access translates into more sales.
PlayStation prices surge worldwide amid tariffs and supply strain, second hike in a year
The price of a PlayStation is going up by another $100, the second time in less than a year that Sony has upped the price tag on its popular gaming console.
BBB outlines steps for choosing a cleaning service: compare firms, interview, verify
Homeowners and business operators looking to hire cleaning services should take several steps to ensure they choose a reputable and reliable provider.
Businesses around Climate Pledge Arena abuzz with news of potential SuperSonics return
Local restaurants and bars near Climate Pledge Arena are feeling real excitement as the news of the NBA Board of Governors approved a vote to explore expansion
Federal judge sides with Washington in case over transgender youth health care
A federal judge said Thursday he will rule in favor of Washington state and a coalition of 20 other states and the District of Columbia, blocking what they call
Touch a real brain as 'BrainFest' returns to Seattle's Pacific Science Center
We all have them. But how much do you really know about the brain?!'BrainFest', which is a day filled with all sorts of brainy fun, returns to the Pacific Scien
Grant County reports 2 confirmed measles cases in unvaccinated children, tracking exposure
Two unvaccinated children in Grant County from the same household have confirmed measles infections, prompting health officials to warn residents who may have b
Pierce County resolution condemns political violence, seeks safety for public servants
The Pierce County Council has formally condemned political violence, adopting a resolution Tuesday that calls for renewed commitment to public safetyand constr
Hundreds of health care workers from Washington, Oregon have immigrated to B.C. for jobs
More than 400 U.S.-trained health-care professionals have accepted jobs across British Columbia, nearly tripling the number reported in September 2025, provinci
New Washington state law aims to protect access to preventative health care
A new law in Washington state is aimed at protecting access to preventative health care.Governor Bob Ferguson recently signed House Bill 2242 into law. It's a
Forbes Business Council Accepts Komodo Luxury Founder Agung Afif as Member
Agung Afif, founder and CEO of Bali-headquartered yacht charter company Komodo Luxury, has been accepted into Forbes Business Council. The compa...
UW softball coach puts emphasis on joy in youth sports
It's a little over a month into the UW Husky softball season, and head coach Heather Tarr is leading the team through the home opener.
Howard Schultz to leave Seattle as business community bristles over income tax
Even on the dreariest of days, Bob Donegan radiates optimism.
'Teen Mom 2' star Jenelle Evans' son checked into mental health facility: report
Evans' son Jace allegedly threatened to kill himself and his grandmother last month and officers responded to a "troubled teen disturbance."
Seattle-based PATH is among the organizations working to close healthcare gap
Women’s health draws just a small share of private health care dollars, even as women spend significantly more of their lives in poor health than men, according
Small biz optimism flat amid opposing forces of better profits, worse sales expectations
Small business optimism was essentially flat month over month in February as deteriorating sales expectations canceled out improved profits from the previous quarter, the NFIB showed Tuesday.
Mental health evaluation ordered for man arrested in Tacoma dealership vandalism
A judge has granted a request for a mental health evaluation for a Tacoma man accused of causing thousands of dollars in damage at two local car dealerships.
Trump hosts 'Saving College Sports' roundtable at White House
President Donald Trump is hosting a "Saving College Sports" roundtable at the White House on Friday.
Secretary Kennedy says cell phone-free schools is how America becomes healthy again
HHSSecretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said during an episode of The Joe Rogan Experience that cell phone-free schools will help make America healthy again.
Selena Gomez was 'misdiagnosed' before getting the correct mental health assessment
Selena Gomez has been open about her bipolar diagnosis, but it was a long road to understanding what was truly going on with her mental health.
Nate Bargatze on comedy retirement, 'Big Dumb Eyes' tour and his surprising napkin phobia
The 46-year-old comedian and host opened up about his growing entertainment empire and plans for his future in stand-up comedy.
Photos: Seattle welcomes home gold medal Torrent Olympians with record-breaking attendance
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Steam Deck OLED prices go up in Japan, Korea, and Taiwan from March 6
Steam Deck OLED price increases KOMODO has announced a Steam Deck OLED price increase for Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan. The company cites higher
The FCC takes aim at skyrocketing NFL and other sports streaming costs
The Federal Communications Commission sent out a public notice hinting that it may crack down on sports leagues streaming contracts.
Cottage cheese products recalled in 24 states over possible health risk
The products were sold between Feb. 17 and Feb. 20, 2026.
West Seattle businesses voice concerns over proposed RV safe lot, tiny home village
Doubts are running deep among a group of businesses in West Seattle where a combined RV safe parking lot and tiny house village could soon open as part of the c
You can only pick one: Return of the Sonics or Mariners win World Series
How many more incredible sports moments will Seattle witness in 2026?
Millionaires Tax faces Tuesday hearing, questions about pro sports impact
Some have warned the tax could have ripple effects on Seattle’s professional sports teams — and on any effort to bring the NBA back to the city.
Could this be the most impactful year ever in Seattle sports?
Seattle has an incredibly rich history across all sports over the last century-plus.
Youth and AI: Use context matters, but report finds 'red flag' for mental health support
New reports show youth experiences with AI vary widely amid opportunities to make these tools safer and more helpful for those seeking mental health support.
Hailey Bieber is 'more nervous' about her health after 'crazy' mini stroke & heart surgery
Hailey Bieber is opening up about how her health and how her perspective has changed after her health scares.
Businesses, organizations react to Seattle mayor's State of the City address
Spokespeople with the SODO Business Improvement Area and Downtown Seattle Association say they appreciate the message of collaboration.
What is TMVII? Minnesota reports largest US outbreak of sexually transmitted ringworm
Minnesota health officials warned the public about what they described as the largest known U.S. outbreak of a sexually transmitted ringworm.
Tens of thousands of Washingtonians could soon be in healthcare limbo
Tens of thousands of Washingtonians are at risk of losing their Mediciad coverage this year.