April 30, 2026 12:51 pm

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FBI investigating the deaths, disappearances of scientists tied to nuclear, space programs

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WASHINGTON, D.C.—The FBI is leading an investigation into possible links among at least 10 scientists and researchers connected to sensitive U.S. nuclear and aerospace programs who have died or disappeared since 2023, federal officials confirmed Tuesday. The cases involve personnel from NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Los Alamos National Laboratory, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and […]

Cigarette sparks fire that heavily damages two Lynnwood townhomes

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LYNNWOOD — South County firefighters quickly extinguished a rapidly spreading fire that heavily damaged two adjoining townhomes Tuesday and prevented it from reaching neighboring homes. No injuries were reported. Firefighters responded just after 4 p.m. to reports of a cigarette that ignited behind a two-story townhome complex in the 4200 block of 164th St. SW. […]

Customs opens claims for $166 Billion in refunds following SCOTUS strike down of IEEPA tariffs

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United States Customs and Border Protection on Monday launched an online portal for businesses to begin claiming refunds on roughly $166 billion in International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) tariffs imposed by President Donald J Trump under emergency powers that the U.S. Supreme Court later ruled unlawful. The Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries, or […]

Award-winning documentary and international poets headline Seattle’s 2nd Annual ‘Voces del Alma’ Festival

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SEATTLE—The WAGRO Foundation is proud to announce the second International Spanish Poetry Festival, Voces del Alma, a multidisciplinary celebration of literature, healing, and cultural identity. The festival will be held on May 9, 2026, from 10:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the University of Washington’s Brechemin Auditorium. This event is an open and welcoming space for everyone interested […]

Seattle’s Jane Don’t wins Miss Congeniality on RuPaul’s Drag Race

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SEATTLE—Jane Don’t, a sharp-witted comedian from the Seattle drag scene, was voted Miss Congeniality by her fellow contestants on the finale of “RuPaul’s Drag Race” Season 18, earning a $10,000 prize. The 33-year-old performer, whose drag name is a playful spin on “Jane Doe,” finished fifth overall in the competition. She was eliminated in Episode […]

EXCLUSIVE: Records reveal WA millionaire’s tax is meant to legalize progressive income tax

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[THE CENTER SQUARE]—According to nearly 1,000 pages of public records reviewed by The Center Square, the Washington Attorney General’s Office and Democratic leaders discussed strategies to challenge and potentially overturn the 1933 state Supreme Court decision that banned income taxes in Washington state. Link to key emails obtained by The Center Square. “I would like […]

Marysville Police release body-cam footage, training video of child rescue

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MARYSVILLE—The Marysville Police Department has released body-cam footage and a related training video that highlight officers’ coordination and preparation during a high-risk rescue operation last year. MPD is sharing the video to share with the public its focus on public safety and the role of ongoing training in enabling quick, life-saving decisions. “Our commitment to […]

Apple CEO Tim Cook to step down to become Board Chair, John Ternus named successor

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CUPERTINO—Apple Inc announced Monday that CEO Tim Cook will step down from the role he has held since 2011 and become the company’s executive chairman, with hardware chief John Ternus named as his successor effective Sept. 1. Cook, 65, will remain CEO through the summer to oversee a smooth transition before shifting to the new […]

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