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After Jesus: Nottingham Forest make approach to sign fourth Brazilian star

Football FanCast · June 18, 2025

Despite already reaching a verbal agreement to sign Botafogo trio Igor Jesus, Cuiabano and Jair Cunha, Nottingham Forest have reportedly made an approach to sign another Brazilian ace. Nottingham Forest set to sign Botafogo trio Evangelos...

I spent a night in a brand-new luxury hotel in Seattle. I wasn't familiar with the chain, but now I'll book it worldwide.

Business Insider ·

2025-06-18T10:32:01Z Share Facebook Email X LinkedIn Copy link lighning bolt icon An icon in the shape of a lightning bolt. Impact Link Save Saved Read in app 1 Hotels, a luxury chain focused on sustainability, opened a location in Seattle on May...

Take your shot! Developer sought for new Seattle Center retail attraction

Seattle Daily Journal of Commerce - Washington State · June 18, 2025

The old building to be removed, now a teetering tourist trap. Seattle Center is planning a major makeover of Thomas Street, which — as a pedestrian-only lane — cuts through its campus from MoPop to Seattle Children's Theatre. That design effort is...

Brown’s camping ordinance remains in limbo after council rejects then revives the controversial Prop 1 replacement

The Spokesman-Review - Washington State ·

In the same marathon session the Spokane City Council voted down Mayor Lisa Brown’s replacement to voter-approved homeless camping restrictions – and resurrected them. The reversal came around midnight Monday evening about 90 minutes after council...

Five arrested after separate drop attempts at Washington State Prison

WGXA - Georgia ·

WASHINGTON COUNTY, Ga. (WGXA) — Five people were taken into custody after two failed contraband attempts at Washington State Prison. MIDDLE GEORGIA CRIME | Victim flown to trauma center after fight leads to shooting in downtown Tennille According...

International soccer fans bring lively atmosphere to Seattle for Club World Cup

Walla Walla Union-Bulletin - Washington State ·

Long before the lineups were introduced or a ball was even kicked, the Urawa Red Diamond faithful began chanting. Seated in the southern end zone section of Lumen Field, the 1,800 Red Diamonds fans were a sea of red — jumping, clapping and waving...

Off-Duty Washington State Patrol trooper to face charges in fatal DUI crash

KATU - Oregon ·

RICHLAND, Wash. — A Washington State Patrol (WSP) trooper will face charges following a deadly crash in Richland earlier this year. Preston McCollam, who serves as Spokane County's Chief Criminal Deputy, told KEPR News that charges are coming...

Seattle braces for traffic chaos as lane closures begin on Ship Canal Bridge this weekend

KOMO News - Washington State ·

SEATTLE — Brace for major traffic disruptions starting this weekend when lane closures begin on the Ship Canal Bridge in Seattle. This preparatory work will kick off a more extensive repaving and preservation project that will continue for several...

Preview: Seattle vs Atletico - prediction, team news, lineups

Sports Mole ·

Sports Mole previews Thursday's FIFA Club World Cup Group B clash between Seattle Sounders and Atletico Madrid, including predictions, team news and lineups. Spanish giants Atletico Madrid travel to Lumen Field to face Seattle Sounders on their...

Former Seattle Seahawk Richard Sherman charged with DUI

KLEW - Idaho ·

RENTON, Wash. — Former Seahawk Richard Sherman was charged Tuesday with driving while under the influence (DUI) stemming from an incident last year, according to the King County Prosecuting Attorney's Office (KCPAO). Sherman was arrested for the...

This Is the Best Hiking City in the U.S.—and It’s Not Denver or Portland

Travel + Leisure ·

A new study recently set out to find the best hiking cities across the world—one U.S. city came out on top. Cities aren’t typically considered top destinations for hiking, but the best hikes aren’t necessarily always in the backcountry. In fact,...

The U.S. Is Trying to Get Canadian Travelers Back With Discount Pricing

Fodors Travel Guide · June 17, 2025

Canada-only deals are gaining popularity in the U.S. American states are offering exclusive deals for Canadians in an effort to win back tourists who have stayed away this year. Tensions flared after President Trump’s claim about making Canada the...

Pomas Fire | 1 | Washington State

NW Fire Blog · June 17, 2025

Sit Rep 1 — June 16, 2025, Tuesday Photo Credits: US Forest Service A wildfire ignited today when lightning struck the dry and heavy fire fuels, which is now burning in heavy dead and down timber in rugged terrain. This is about 36 air miles...

Rothbury festival fashion: How Electric Forest style has dramatically evolved since 2008

MLive - Michigan · June 17, 2025

ROTHBURY, MI -- From boots with the fur to lavender eye-popping contacts, festival fashion has significantly evolved since the 2008 Rothbury event. From the Rothbury days of 2008 and 2009 to the inaugural Electric Forest in 2011, MLive/The...

William Shatner and Neil deGrasse Tyson are coming to Seattle

KNKX - Washington State · June 17, 2025

On Wednesday at McCaw Hall in Seattle, there will be two rocking chairs on stage. One will be occupied by renowned astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson, the other by TV icon William Shatner. The two are taking part in a conversation called "Rocking:...

Spokane City Council delays new homeless camping ordinance

KXLY 4 - Washington State ·

SPOKANE, Wash. -- Spokane City Council decided to delay a new homeless camping ordinance. If passed, the ordinance would have allowed people to camp on city streets for up to seven days before receiving a citation. The ordinance would have...

Stunning DAZN presenter goes viral at Club World Cup as she travels around the US for the soccer tournament

Daily Mail · June 17, 2025

Daily Mail journalists select and curate the products that feature on our site. If you make a purchase via links on this page we will earn commission - learn more By JACK BEZANTS Published: 14:49 EDT, 17 June 2025 | Updated: 16:22 EDT, 17 June...

Serena Williams' husband Alexis Ohanian shares adorable glimpse into their lives: Daughter Olympia rocks braids, Adira cozes up with sister & more

Sportskeeda · June 17, 2025

Serena Williams's husband, Alexis Ohanian, has shared endearing images of him preparing breakfast with his two daughters, Olympia and Adira. Reddit co-founder and entrepreneur Ohanian regularly uses his social media platforms to showcase his...

5 arrested, accused of attempted contraband drops at Washington State Prison

WMGT 41 - Georgia · June 17, 2025

The attempts happened on Saturday June 14, and Sunday June 15. DAVISBORO, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- A total of five suspects are in custody after the Washington County Sheriff’s Office says it made arrests in two contraband drops. Sheriff Joel Cochran...

PlayStation's New Traveling Concert Sounds Cool, But Needs More Classics

Kotaku · June 17, 2025

One of the nice things about moving to New York City in 2023 is that I live in a place where cool things happen. So I’ve been going to more video game concerts, which were much more difficult to get to when I lived in the boonies. If you’ve never...