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Take the Boeing tour and explore Mukilteo/ Meanderings by Mindy Stern

Steven Spielberg’s film, “Empire of the Sun,” stars a young boy living in Shanghai at the outset of WWII. His love of airplanes leads him to recognize and identify American and Japanese flyers just by their sounds and silhouettes. The movie was based on a book by JG Ballard, who lived in occupied Shanghai as a child and grew up to join the British Royal Air Force.

COLUMN | Seattle Had No Homicides in June. Don't Use It to Justify More Policing.

After Seattle's first homicide-free June in 56 years, Marcus Harrison Green asks who gets credit for safety — and who keeps getting cut.

Reminder: E-motorcycles prohibited on King County trails | King County

The county wants to remind trail users to slow down and keep trail safe.

REVIEW | In Hillman City, a Menu that Spotlights Northern Mexico Includes a Surprise: Hot Dogs

Primetime Emmy Awards 2026: See The Full List Of Nominees

The 78th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards nominations have been unveiled, setting the stage for a notable contest in the Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series category between Lisa Kudrow and Jean Smart. Apple TV's 'Widow's Bay' emerged as a significant contender, securing 19 nominations.

Trump Seeks Do-Overs At A Supreme Court That Rarely Grants Them

President Donald Trump has vowed to seek a rehearing from the U.S. Supreme Court regarding its 6-3 decision that invalidated his executive order on birthright citizenship, a move constitutional law experts deem highly improbable. Concurrently, Trump's legal team filed for a rehearing after the Supreme Court denied his appeal concerning a $5 million verdict in a defamation case involving E. Jean Carroll, with lower courts subsequently rejecting requests to delay the payment.

For GLP-1 Users, Healthy Living Starts With Daily Habits

The emergence of GLP-1 medications as a prominent tool in weight management, initially developed for diabetes treatment, has prompted health experts to emphasize a broader approach to wellness. While effective, these medications are presented as one element within a comprehensive strategy, with sustained health outcomes contingent upon integrating nutrient-dense diets, consistent physical activity, adequate sleep, and effective stress management into daily routines.

Relive Your Summer Fun With Family Memory Flags

Family memory flags offer a structured approach to preserving summer recollections and facilitating children's expression of their experiences, thereby extending periods of family engagement.

High Prices and Financial Fraud: How Inflation Helps Scammers Thrive

High inflation significantly increases the vulnerability of consumers to financial scams. This heightened risk stems from escalating prices, reduced purchasing power, and growing consumer desperation. Consequently, vigilance against fraudulent schemes and reliance on trusted information sources become critical.

Spelman Student Honored For Mental Health Work

Kyra Wagner, a rising senior at Spelman College, has been honored with the JED Foundation's 2026 Student Voice of Mental Health Award, acknowledging her significant contributions to improving emotional well-being on campus and in the broader community. Her advocacy, inspired by her family's mental health challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic, addresses the critical need for support among young people, particularly Black children, who experienced a notable surge in mental health crises during that period.

Judge Tosses Trump Media’s $3.8 Billion Defamation Suit Against The Washington Post

A federal judge in Florida has dismissed a defamation lawsuit filed by Trump Media and Technology Group against The Washington Post. The court determined that Trump Media failed to present evidence of actual malice, the high legal standard required for public figures in such cases.

George E. Johnson Changed Black Beauty — And Black History

George E. Johnson, founder of Johnson Products Co., significantly impacted Black America by revolutionizing the hair care industry and becoming the first Black-owned company listed on the American Stock Exchange, with his financial backing also transforming the Chicago music show 'Soul Train' into a national cultural phenomenon.