Trump Vows 'Softer Touch' but Forges Ahead with 'Mass Deportation'
Immigrant advocates warn that despite rhetoric changes, the administration's enforcement campaign will continue unabated.
Nationals Weigh Trading Star Shortstop Abrams to Accelerate Rebuild
Faith Leaders Stand Up Against Injustice
Lifestyle
UW Students Receive $4M Settlement for COVID-Era Tuition Dispute
Landmark case signals shift in how universities address disruptions to in-person learning and student expectations.

Seattle's Queen Anne Pool Landmarked, Headed to City Council
The midcentury pool designed by the state's first Black licensed architect faces review for historic preservation.
United Way of Washington County Celebrates 2026 Team
Annual celebration event scheduled for February 17th
Sports
Bennington Bulldogs Face Washington County Tigers in Basketball Matchup
Teams look to bounce back from recent losses as they meet on the court

UW Quarterback Demond Williams Jr. Addresses Transfer Portal Dalliance
Williams says he received "bad advice" but is "super blessed" to be back with Huskies teammates and coaches.
INDYCAR and Monumental Sports Announce D.C. Grand Prix
The Freedom 250 Grand Prix will be the first-ever motor race on the National Mall and city streets.
Politics
Senior Seoul Official Anticipates 'New Progress' on North Korea Issue
Remarks come amid speculation of potential Trump-Kim meeting in China

Trump Seeks to Rebrand Kennedy Center as 'Trump Kennedy Center'
President's plan to rename iconic cultural institution draws backlash from artists, Democrats, and the Kennedy family
Senate Democrats Propose New Limits on Immigration Enforcement
Republicans push back on demands for warrants, visible ID for federal agents
Finance
Tech Stocks Lead Wall Street Sell-Off as Jitters Flare Up
Software stocks slump amid fears of AI disruption, sparking wider market decline

US Futures and Asian Shares Slip on Worries Over Trump's Fed Pick
Concerns over potential AI bubble and impact of new Fed chair also weigh on markets
US Futures, Asian Shares Slip as Wall Street Retreats, Oil Prices Fall
Kospi tumbles 4.6% amid concerns over AI tech bubble, gold and silver prices see volatility