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Family of man who died in Seattle jail settles with county for $3.5M

Michael Rowland's family sued King County for $25 million, alleging that the county violated his civil rights and caused his wrongful death.

Seattle galleries launch Seattle Art Fair alternative

Two of the city’s most prominent galleries are leading the new initiative and said their galleries won’t be returning to the Seattle Art Fair.

How do World Cup players balance club and country? It’s a delicate dance

The FIFA Men’s World Cup again puts a spotlight on the difficult balance players must strike between what they do for their club and playing for their country.

Healing with a wag and a nuzzle, meet the dogs brightening hospital days, in photos

CINCINNATI (AP) — Facility dogs are bringing moments of comfort and joy to children’s hospitals, offering far more than a friendly face. Unlike volunteer therapy dogs, these specially trained, full-time working dogs can enter sensitive areas and support patients throughout their hospital experience. Experts say the use of facility dogs is growing at children’s hospitals […]

Good dog! More children’s hospitals turn to furry caregivers to help kids heal

Moments of joy are common whenever hospital facility dogs show up to spend time with patients.

Weekend Listen: Diesel prices are squeezing the PNW’s fishing industry, digging up mammoth bones near the Tri-Cities, and Tacoma renters are forming tenant's unions

Today, we’re bringing you the best from newsrooms across Washington. First, rising diesel prices are squeezing the Pacific Northwest fishing industry. They're cutting into profits and adding new uncertainty to an already challenging business. Next, for around 15 years, people have slowly dug up mammoth bones near the Tri-Cities. Along the way, people have made a lot of other discoveries. And finally, renters in six apartment complexes in Tacoma have voted to form unions in the last six months. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed.  Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected], leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or leave us feedback online.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How South African scientists identified hantavirus on a cruise ship thousands of miles away

South African infectious disease expert Lucille Blumberg was part of a team that identified a hantavirus outbreak on a Dutch cruise ship.

Pope Leo visits Italy’s ‘Land of Fires’ as families seek justice for children lost to toxic waste

Families in a toxic-waste polluted area around Naples are preparing to meet Pope Leo XIV during a pastoral visit.

Zia Cooke scores career-high 25 points as Seattle Storm get revenge on Connecticut Sun

The Storm got a bit of revenge thanks to a trio of superlative performances from Zia Cooke, Flau’jae Johnson and Natisha Hiedeman and an improved defensive effort Friday against the Sun.

Seattle Storm introduce Awa Fam, don’t provide timeline for rookie’s WNBA debut

The Storm introduced Awa Fam to Seattle on Friday after their top draft pick arrived from Spain, but the team didn't provide a timetable for the rookie's WNBA debut.

Photos: Seattle Storm take on Connecticut Sun

Ugandans rue link to Bundibugyo, the Ebola virus type named after a district of cocoa farmers

Bundibugyo is the somewhat easy-to-mispronounce name of a species of Ebola.