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Wildlife Crime in the Spotlight: A Washington man, Igor Lytvynchuk, was arrested near Seattle after federal agents say he threw a coconut-sized rock at an endangered Hawaiian monk seal (“Lani”) on Maui—witnesses reported he bragged he was “rich enough to pay the fines,” and the case has sparked outrage and renewed scrutiny of animal-protection rules. Washington Courts & Health Care: Washington’s AG filed suit against Providence Health & Services, alleging it failed to provide legally required accommodations for pregnant and nursing employees and retaliated against workers who requested help. Puget Sound Travel Pressure: New state forecasts warn Puget Sound airports could fall short by about 27 million annual passengers by 2050, even with planned SEA and Paine Field expansions. Seahawks on Prime Time: The NFL’s 2026 schedule is out, kicking off Sept. 9 at Lumen Field with a Seahawks–Patriots Super Bowl rematch. Road Closures: Expect major weekend congestion from May 15–18 with closures across I-405, SR 99, and I-90.

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Washington State sues Providence hospitals alleging poor treatment of pregnant staff

Washington State sues Providence hospitals alleging poor treatment of pregnant staff

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Should you trust travel experts? More travelers are saying no.

Seattle traffic: Major closures on I-405, SR 99 and I-90 this weekend

Seattle traffic: Major closures on I-405, SR 99 and I-90 this weekend

Seattle Seahawks 2026 schedule released, here are all 17 matchups

Seattle Seahawks 2026 schedule released, here are all 17 matchups

Igor Lytvynchuk Arrested: 'Rich' Tourist Faces $70K Fine For Attacking Beloved Hawaii Monk Seal 'Lani'

Igor Lytvynchuk Arrested: 'Rich' Tourist Faces $70K Fine For Attacking Beloved Hawaii Monk Seal 'Lani'

US agents arrest tourist after video shows a rock hurled at monk seal

US agents arrest tourist after video shows a rock hurled at monk seal

Seattle Seahawks 2026 Schedule reveal

Seattle Seahawks 2026 Schedule reveal

Washington state sues Kadlec, other Providence hospitals over treatment of pregnant workers

Washington state sues Kadlec, other Providence hospitals over treatment of pregnant workers


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