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With wildfires filling the air with smoke, millions of Americans have become familiar with those color-coded AQI maps. Green is good. Purple is bad.
Weather Why's: The air quality index explained
Hurricanes? We measure them with the Saffir-Simpson Scale.Earthquakes? The Magnitude Scale.Air quality? We have a scale for that, too: the Air Quality Index (AQ
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Ward brings much-needed offensive support to a Mariners team struggling at the plate.
Mariners trade for Baltimore Orioles outfielder Taylor Ward
The Mariners are acquiring outfielder Taylor Ward in a deal with the Baltimore Orioles, according to ESPN reporter Jeff Passan.
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PHOTOS: Devastating wildfires tear through Spokane County See the full gallery here: https://bit.ly/4yWCEQA 📸 - InciWeb
As many as 65,000 people have had to evacuate, according to current estimates.
Where to donate money, supplies to help the thousands of Spokane wildfire evacuees
As crews continue battling the Old Trails, Fairview and Autumn Lane fires that sparked in Spokane County on Saturday afternoon, officials say the blazes have no
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The Mariners fell to 23-33 on the road, where they haven't won a series since the end of May.
Mariners lose another road series as Dodgers coast to 6-2 win in LA
Dalton Rushing hit a three-run homer, Teoscar Hernández added a solo shot and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Seattle Mariners 6-2 on Thursday night.The Marine
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POLL: Do you approve of Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson asking the police chief to resign? Vote in the story: https://bit.ly/4xirm7M
Seattle residents question police chief's resignation amid unsolved shooting investigation
A growing memorial on Seattle Center grounds serves as a reminder of the fear and chaos many people felt as gunfire rang out during the "Bite of Seattle."
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Thanks to Make-A-Wish Alaska and Washington, Emma and her family traveled to Central Florida, where she spent her days riding roller coasters, meeting princesses, and staying at Give Kids The World Village, a nonprofit resort designed for kids with critical illnesses. https://bit.ly/3TuQwkL
Make-A-Wish gives Emma, 5, something every child deserves: the chance to just be a kid
Living with cystic fibrosis means daily treatments and doctor's appointments. But for one unforgettable week, a western Washington family traded medical routine
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Camden and his family got a chance to recharge when Alaska Airlines flew the art and monument lover to New York City with the help of Make-A-Wish Alaska and Washington to view the incredible sights atop the Empire State Building. https://bit.ly/4w1IMV9
Pizza wish fulfilled in New York City for Tacoma boy nearly 2 years after cancer diagnosis
The long, chaotic hallways right outside hospital rooms - with all of that strange equipment and tubes - should be unfamiliar territory for any child.For 8-yea
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BREAKING: A group led by Black community leaders is rallying in opposition to Mayor Katie Wilson's decision to dismiss Seattle Police Department Chief Shon Barnes, according to Community Passageways. Read more here: https://bit.ly/4x2TGdS
More than 550 children across Washington and Alaska are waiting for the life-changing experience of a Make-A-Wish trip—and you can help get them there. Our annual Wishes in Flight Mileage Drive is underway. https://bit.ly/4pK408t
Donate Miles to Wishes in Flight 2026
Join KOMO and Make-A-Wish for our 17th annual Wishes In Flight Mileage Drive to benefit our local Make-A-Wish chapter.
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They join eight others who filed a lawsuit against the county in February, bringing the total number of claimants to 17.
9 more people allege child sexual abuse at Clark County juvenile detention center
Nine more adults have notified Clark County that they intend to sue, alleging they were sexually abused as children while in county custody at the Clark County
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Tuesday's temperatures will be the hottest of the year so far.
Heat advisory with hazy skies possible before cooler weather returns to western Washington
Western Washington is heading into another stretch of hot weather this week, with a Heat Advisory in effect for much of the region.
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The viral attention has transformed the raccoon into something of a neighborhood mascot, with the video describing Jimothy as having achieved "legendary status" online.
Who is Jimothy? Seattle's viral rotund raccoon takes the Internet by storm
A rotund raccoon nicknamed "Jimothy" has become an unlikely local celebrity after videos of the animal roaming Seattle's Ballard neighborhood went viral.
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The CDC, FDA, and public health officials are investigating the outbreak.
Lettuce from Taco Bell linked to 'explosive diarrhea' outbreak in 5 states
Health officials say a Cyclospora outbreak that causes "explosive" diarrhea is linked to Taco Bell locations across five states.
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PHOTOS: Seattle and western Washington see thunder and lightning during mid-July storm Full gallery here: https://bit.ly/453Zmse 📸 - Marchelle Regan via Chime In
Many people around the Sound will feel the humidity increasing—a telltale sign that thunderstorms are blossoming close by.
Thunderstorms possible over Cascades before steering into Puget Sound
The Cascades and Puget Sound region could get thunderstorms as a brief change in the weather rolls in.
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The announcement came hours after the U.S. launched another round of strikes on Iran targeting coastal defense systems, missile and drone sites, and other maritime capabilities.
Trump reverses Strait of Hormuz toll plan after fresh US strikes on Iran
Trump on Monday declared the U.S. would become the "Guardian of the Hormuz Strait."
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BREAKING: Crews battle brush fires along SR 167 in Auburn as traffic backs up Full story here: https://bit.ly/4f9T2E8 📸 - WSDOT
SPREAD THE WORD: Authorities are searching for 24-year-old Hayes McCloud. He is 5'8", 115 pounds, and was driving a silver 1996 Toyota 4Runner with a Washington license plate #CWW5132.
'Person of interest' sought in 2 separate homicides in Pierce County
Tacoma police are investigating after a man with several apparent gunshot wounds was found dead on Wednesday morning.
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Drivers should expect significant delays and use alternate routes if possible.
Miles-long backup after crash blocks eastbound lanes of SR 18 near I-90
All eastbound lanes of State Route 18 just west of Interstate 90 were blocked Tuesday morning after a crash east of Issaquah, according to WSDOT.
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For the third time ever—and first time in 24 years—the U.S. Men's National Team (USMNT) can punch its ticket to the FIFA World Cup Quarterfinals.
Keys to the matchup: Seattle is host to a historic FIFA World Cup match
For the third time ever and first time in 24 years, Team USA can punch its ticket to the FIFA World Cup Quarterfinals.
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If people light fireworks, a surgeon at UW Medicine recommends doing so from a safe distance and not lighting them in their hands.
Harborview treats 11 people for fireworks injuries so far, warns of 'lasting harm'
Doctors at Seattle’s Harborview Medical Center are warning that one mistake with fireworks can lead to life-changing injuries.
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The caller said he was not hurt and had pulled off the freeway to wait for a trooper to arrive.
Truck hit by gunfire on SR 509 near South Park, State Patrol asking for information
Detectives are asking for the public's help to find the person responsible for shooting at a pickup on State Route 509 in South Park Monday evening.Around 6 p.m
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Aerial video showed the two individuals standing atop the building's mast on Wednesday after they unfurled a giant banner calling for peace, prompting a large emergency response and an investigation into how they gained access to the landmark's spire.
WATCH: 2 people climb to top of Empire State Building and appear to get engaged
Two people climbed to the top of the Empire State Building in New York City, where they appeared to get engaged.
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It's the FIFA World Cup, and Seattle is all aboard the soccer train! Niko and Chris recorded this week's episode directly from Seattle Stadium, the venue for games in the city. Listen to the full episode here: https://bit.ly/4uXlLSq
The PCSO said airlifting the victims may not be possible because of the weather conditions, and crews may need to resort to ground transport instead.
2 people stranded in mountains after vehicle in rollover crash falls 250 ft. down cliff
Two people were trapped after a vehicle slid off a road near Wilkeson and fell 250 feet, according to the Pierce County Sheriff's Office.
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Police said both victims had self-transported to local hospitals.
Two people shot in Lakewood park after altercation, juvenile arrested
A reported fight at Harry Todd Park in Lakewood escalated into gunfire Wednesday night, sending two people to local hospitals and leading to the arrest of a juv
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