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Proclamation planned for Jimothy, the famous Seattle raccoon

A Seattle city councilmember said she plans to issue a proclamation designating summer 2026 as “Jimothy Summer” on behalf of her office.

Cal Raleigh opens up about struggles, mindset entering Mariners’ second half

Cal Raleigh isn't making excuses for his struggles at the plate this season. Here's how a sign hanging in his family's North Carolina household might help unlock the Mariners star.

Edmonds teacher accused of inappropriate touching kept in classroom for 20 months

A school district didn’t investigate for a year after the first complaint about a special-education teacher and did not interview students. Then a student reported sexual assault.

WEST SEATTLE CRIME WATCH: Exchange of gunfire reported in High Point

After 911 callers reported hearing up to 15 gunshots in High Point, responding officers found a group of people who told them someone shot at them and they shot back. This happened less than half an hour ago around 32nd and Myrtle. Police told dispatch they’ve found some casings in a field, but no injuries […]

Women are dying in Africa as US ramps up its global battle against abortion

The Trump administration's new, sweeping restrictions on U.S. funding for nongovernmental organizations, foreign governments and U.N. agencies that promote access to abortion overseas is delivering new momentum to U.S. anti-abortion groups.

Getting ready! Two prep scenes as Saturday’s West Seattle Grand Parade and Float Dodger 5K approach

Last reminder of the night that tomorrow (Saturday, July 18) brings the West Seattle Grand Parade, preceded by the Float Dodger 5K. Two scenes from this afternoon as hundreds prepared to participate: The photos above and below are from Arlene Rubin, who happened upon this group outside a home in the Lowman Beach area where […]

Mariners return from All-Star break with deflating loss to Giants

The Mariners returned from the All-Star break with another display of the frustrating baseball that defined the first half of the season with a 7-0 loss to the Giants.

Rabid bat found in Seattle near University of Washington

Anyone who may have come in contact with the bat should call the health department and pets who may have had contact should be taken to a veterinarian.

Cut the number of choices you make each day. Your brain will thank you

The more choices you have, the better, right.

Photos: Seattle Mariners take on San Francisco Giants

Is it safe to eat lettuce?

Federal health officials have linked a large cyclosporiasis outbreak to shredded lettuce served at Taco Bell. Is lettuce from grocery stores and restaurants OK?

Day of play reminds families they can get help in keeping their kids fed during summer break

By Macey Wurm Reporting for West Seattle Blog The City of Seattle’s Summer Meals Program commemorated the season of service with a community-wide celebration at Highland Park Playground today. Bordering the park’s popular playground and spray park were some temporary inflatable games like archery and soccer, as well as a couple bounce houses drawing a […]