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Are You Saying ‘Bagel’ Wrong? Plus, WA Tightens the Belt and We Say Goodbye to Hilary Knight

Today on the podcast, Host Jane C. Hu brings on linguistics professor Kara Becker to explain that, actually, audience development manager Ben Keenan’s PNW accent is normal and part of an evolving way people speak all around the country. Then, Jane is joined by Ava Wood, AKA 365 Hockey Girl, and contributor Brett Hamil to discuss the distressing news that Torrent fan favorite Hilary Knight is headed to Detroit via Las Vegas, as well as what the league will look like next year. Finally, the trio runs through some headlines: Costco’s gas records, 10K people signing up for the Seattle Social Housing lottery, and the news that Governor Ferguson wants to find ways to save some money across the state. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 10th episode: Seattle Restored Argosy Cruises pFriem Family Brewers Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 206-880-3931. For more Seattle news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Seattle. Support City Cast Seattle by becoming a member: membership.citycast.fm/seattle Looking to advertise on City Cast Seattle? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

Gorilla mother, recovering from C-section, swaps babies at Seattle zoo

After one of the Woodland Park Zoo's two new baby gorillas had a rough start, the babies switched mothers — and are now healthy and well.

Seattle nurse, mountaineering guide dies on Denali climbing patrol

A National Park Service employee with Washington roots died last week on a climbing patrol on Alaska's Mount Denali.

Devon Witherspoon fully participates in Seahawks minicamp | Notebook

Devon Witherspoon and the Seahawks remain in contract negotiations. That didn't stop the team's star cornerback from taking part in Tuesday's minicamp practice.

Randy Arozarena homers in 10th to send Mariners to wild victory over Orioles

The Mariners’ late-game relief woes resurfaced in another excruciating ninth inning, but Randy Arozarena's homer and some nifty glovework allowed the M's to escape with a 6-5 win.

Mystery malodor, rat problem closes Seattle library branch for weeks

The good news for the CID branch? "After extensive remediation work ... we have essentially determined the odor is virtually gone."

13-year-old charged in fatal shooting of cousin at Seattle apartment

The mother of the 13-year-old boy called 911 and reported that it was her son who had been playing with the gun’s slide when it went off, the charges say.

Photos: Mariners take on Orioles at Camden Yards

Seahawks’ Jaxon Smith-Njigba gets corrected trophy and a new award

Seahawks receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba finally got the right trophy for winning AP Offensive Player of the Year. And he learned about a new award he earned.

Seattle passes moratorium on new data centers amid national backlash

Seattle would join more than 70 cities and counties around the nation that have temporary or permanent bans on new data centers.

More than 80 WA students win 2026 National Merit Scholarships

Nearly 90 Washington high schoolers have won highly selective National Merit Scholarships for outstanding students.

Mercer Island student dies from lacrosse injury

Mercer Island High School (MIHS) administrators informed the community on June 7 of the loss of one of its students.