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Ferguson campaign threatens legal action against gubernatorial opponents
SEATTLE, Wash., May 13, 2024—Washington State Attorney General Bob Ferguson, joined by former King County Prosecutor Dan Satterberg, held a press conference in Seattle, Monday, May 13, addressing the two other “Bob Fergusons” that filed for the Governor race last week and threatened legal action if they do not drop out of the race by 5 p.m. today.
Space Weather Wreaks Havoc in Seattle, GPS Glitches, Blackouts Loom Amid Solar Storm
The weekend brought more than sunny skies to Seattle, as the National Weather Service reported unusual space weather causing disruptions across various systems. According to a Special Weather Statement issued on Saturday, extreme geomagnetic conditions were observed, and severe geomagnetic storms are expected to persist, potentially wreaking havoc on power and communications.
Viking Fest returns to Poulsbo this weekend, bringing the donuts and lutefisk as well
Soon to be filled with Liekarringen dancers, Vikings and an abundance of Norwegian tradition, Poulsbo is once again preparing to overflow with Nordic culture and celebration, for the 56th annual Viking Fest this weekend. This year's Viking Fest, which opens Friday, May 17 and runs through Sunday, will bring back...
Seattle Sues Belltown Hellcat Owner For Making His Dodge Charger Too Loud
Miles Hudson, who drives the infamous “Belltown Hellcat,” has been sued by the city of Seattle. The municipality accuses the driver of tuning his vehicle to break noise bylaws. If the city wins, Hudson will be fined $1,300 per day that his vehicle violated the rules after April...
King County Sheriff explains enforcing SeaTac’s public camping ban but not Burien’s
(The Center Square) – The cities of Burien and SeaTac have similar laws that make camping on public property a criminal offense, but the King County Sheriff’s Office explains why it is only enforcing one. Burien is in the midst of a legal battle with the King County...
Sound Transit maintenance causing light rail disruptions
This week, be prepared for closures and traffic before you head out the door. Work is happening at the Hood Canal Bridge and Sound Transit is starting a six-week project that will impact the train schedule.
Pro-Israel and Pro-Palestinian Groups Hold Simultaneous Demonstrations at University of Washington Campus
In a demonstration of clashing perspectives on Middle Eastern politics, dual protests occurred on the University of Washington campus as a pro-Israel group, "The Pursuit," conducted a counterprotest march past a pro-Palestinian encampment on Sunday afternoon. "The Pursuit" assembled at Red Square and proceeded to pass the encampment located in the University's Quad, ending at the Pursuit Seattle campus on the fraternity row. The event remained devoid of physical altercations, displaying a largely peaceful tension between the groups, according to KATU.
69% chance of La Niña conditions developing this summer, NOAA says
SEATTLE — Seattle is officially wrapping up the end of this year’s El Niño season with conditions expected to transition to neutral in the next month. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) Climate Prediction Center issued its latest discussion on El Niño/Southern Oscillation on May 9, reporting there was a 69% chance of La Niña developing between July and September.
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