Trade Uncertainty with Canada, Iran War Threaten Freight Volume at Port of Seattle
Port imports down over 20% in 2025, with further declines in 2026 as energy price spikes and U.S.-Canada trade tensions impact cargo shipments.
Mariners Utility Man Mastrobuoni Injured in WBC, Returning to Spring Training
Mariners Unveil Floating Fish & Chips Ferry at T-Mobile Park
Weather
Cascade Snowstorm to Shut Down Pass Travel Until Thursday Morning
Up to 9 inches of snow expected in the Cascades, causing hazardous driving conditions.

SBA Offers Disaster Assistance to WA Residents, Businesses Impacted by December Storms
Low-interest loans available to cover physical damage and economic losses from severe winter storms.
Seattle Braces for Frosty Temperatures and Snow Showers
Frigid Canadian winds bring chilly days and potential for winter weather.
Sports
Avalanche Superstar MacKinnon Ejected on Controversial Play
Avalanche lose 4-3 to Oilers after MacKinnon's game misconduct

Seahawks Retain Key CB, Lose LB in Free Agency
Seahawks re-sign cornerback Josh Jobe, while linebacker Boye Mafe departs for the Bengals.
Seattle Torrent's Hannah Bilka Out for Season with Upper-Body Injury
U.S. gold medalist forward suffered injury at Winter Olympics in Milan
Crime
Father seeks public's help in finding missing daughter last seen in Ballard
Violet Benjamin, 28, was last seen on February 28 near her home in Ballard.

Overnight Fire Breaks Out at Greek Restaurant in Kent
Firefighters extinguish blaze at Ishtar Greek & Mediterranean Cuisine
San Francisco Man Charged for Repeat Waymo Vandalism
Authorities changed Walker Reed Quinn with several incidents since July.
Politics
Seattle Mayor Places Civil Rights Director on Leave
Podcast host Angela Rye criticizes the decision as based on "baseless" and "gossip blog" reporting

Judge denies restraining order for conservative media figures seeking press passes
Washington state lawmakers were within their rights to deny press credentials to three conservative media personalities, a federal judge ruled.
Seattle to Spend Thousands on Anti-ICE Signs, Delaying Transportation Projects
City may have to postpone infrastructure upgrades to cover cost of new signage warning federal agents against immigration enforcement on municipal property.
Science
WSU Develops Beating, 3D-Printed Heart Model
Researchers say the new technology could revolutionize heart surgery preparation.

Futuristic 'Solar Pines' Blend Renewable Energy and Urban Design
Innovative solar installations in Seoul and Seattle showcase how solar technology can be seamlessly integrated into public spaces.
8.5% of New U.S. Buildings Are Green Certified Since 2000
Report finds green building certifications like LEED, WELL, and Living Future make up a small but growing portion of the overall U.S. building stock.