Periods in text messages? Don't be ‘harsh,’ expert warns
A simple period at the end of a text might not mean what you think. One communication expert says generational differences in texting habits, from punctuation to emojis, are causing unexpected misunderstandings.
A simple period at the end of a text might not mean what you think. One communication expert says generational differences in texting habits, from punctuation to emojis, are causing unexpected misunderstandings.
US existing-home sales jump to highest level since December
Sales of existing U.S. homes rose sharply in May, climbing 3.2% from April and 3.2% from a year earlier to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.17 million units.
Sales of existing U.S. homes rose sharply in May, climbing 3.2% from April and 3.2% from a year earlier to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.17 million units.
No streaks: US approves sunscreen ingredient used in Europe for over 25 years
Americans will soon be able to purchase a newly approved sunscreen ingredient that has been approved in Europe since the 20th century.
Americans will soon be able to purchase a newly approved sunscreen ingredient that has been approved in Europe since the 20th century.
WA's Sea-Tac Airport prepares for summer surge
Seattle Tacoma International Airport is adjusting its Spot Saver expedited security screening system to prepare for the surge of summer travelers.
Seattle Tacoma International Airport is adjusting its Spot Saver expedited security screening system to prepare for the surge of summer travelers.
Here's where to watch World Cup games at all hours in Seattle
Here is where you can watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup at bars and breweries across the Seattle area.
Here is where you can watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup at bars and breweries across the Seattle area.
As prices increase, Americans more pessimistic about finances, new survey shows
Americans are growing more concerned about their financial future, according to a new Federal Reserve survey.
Americans are growing more concerned about their financial future, according to a new Federal Reserve survey.
With fathers working at higher rates, new report ranks best states for working dads
As modern fatherhood increasingly prioritizes working longer hours, while juggling raising kids, a new study reveals that a dad's geographic location may influence his quality of life.
As modern fatherhood increasingly prioritizes working longer hours, while juggling raising kids, a new study reveals that a dad's geographic location may influence his quality of life.
Jeep recalls over 1 million vehicles over a fire risk
More than 1 million Jeep vehicles are being recalled after a defect was linked to a potential fire risk. Here's what to know.
More than 1 million Jeep vehicles are being recalled after a defect was linked to a potential fire risk. Here's what to know.
Seattle Soccer Celebration Barge arrives in Elliott Bay ahead of FIFA World Cup
A massive, one-of-a-kind floating soccer festival is officially hitting the Seattle waterfront just in time for the FIFA World Cup.
A massive, one-of-a-kind floating soccer festival is officially hitting the Seattle waterfront just in time for the FIFA World Cup.
Seattle Soccer Celebration Barge coming to Elliott Bay, FIFA events at Pier 62
A massive, one-of-a-kind floating soccer festival is officially hitting the Seattle waterfront just in time for the FIFA World Cup. Here's a firsthand look.
A massive, one-of-a-kind floating soccer festival is officially hitting the Seattle waterfront just in time for the FIFA World Cup. Here's a firsthand look.
US airlines’ spend $6.5B in fuel cost as global profit forecast takes a sharp drop
U.S. airline fuel costs soared which were fueled in part by soaring oil prices tied to the Middle East conflict despite a minor dip in actual fuel consumption.
U.S. airline fuel costs soared which were fueled in part by soaring oil prices tied to the Middle East conflict despite a minor dip in actual fuel consumption.
Chili's, new restaurants opening soon at SEA Airport C Concourse
Chili's will soon be making its return to western Washington.
Chili's will soon be making its return to western Washington.
Subaru recalls nearly 70,000 SUVs after moonroof panels detach while driving
Subaru is recalling nearly 70,000 vehicles in the U.S. after discovering a defect that could cause moonroof glass panels to detach from the vehicle, creating a potential hazard for other motorists.
Subaru is recalling nearly 70,000 vehicles in the U.S. after discovering a defect that could cause moonroof glass panels to detach from the vehicle, creating a potential hazard for other motorists.
Date fruit sales in U.S. skyrockets as shoppers seek healthier foods
One of human history's oldest-cultivated foods is having a moment as more people reach for healthier alternatives to ultra-processed foods.
One of human history's oldest-cultivated foods is having a moment as more people reach for healthier alternatives to ultra-processed foods.
McDonald’s testing AI-powered drive-thrus: What to know
McDonald’s is testing a new AI-powered drive-thru system called Archy. Here's what to know.
McDonald’s is testing a new AI-powered drive-thru system called Archy. Here's what to know.
Sixth-grader finds 85-million-year-old fossil on club field trip
Corbin Bullard didn’t know exactly what he’d found while on a field trip with his 4-H Geology Club, “but I knew that it was something big."
Corbin Bullard didn’t know exactly what he’d found while on a field trip with his 4-H Geology Club, “but I knew that it was something big."
No phones allowed for Phoebe Bridgers concert in Seattle this fall
"Motion Sickness" singer Phoebe Bridgers is bringing a phone-free concert to Seattle this fall as part of "The Lost Tour." Tickets go on sale this Tuesday and Friday.
"Motion Sickness" singer Phoebe Bridgers is bringing a phone-free concert to Seattle this fall as part of "The Lost Tour." Tickets go on sale this Tuesday and Friday.
Sherpa left behind on Everest survives 6 days with no food, oxygen
A sherpa left behind in the closing rush of Mt. Everest’s climbing season was found alive this week, dragging himself down the world’s tallest mountain after six days with no food or oxygen.
A sherpa left behind in the closing rush of Mt. Everest’s climbing season was found alive this week, dragging himself down the world’s tallest mountain after six days with no food or oxygen.
From the Mosquito Fleet to modern ferries: WA marks 75 years on the water
As WSF turns 75 years old, the Mosquito fleet is back in discussion. Washington lawmakers are looking at the ferry system's past for ideas on how to ease modern transportation constraints on Puget Sound.
As WSF turns 75 years old, the Mosquito fleet is back in discussion. Washington lawmakers are looking at the ferry system's past for ideas on how to ease modern transportation constraints on Puget Sound.
Judge halts Trump SNAP state restrictions: What to know
A federal judge halted the Trump administration’s efforts to force states to comply with certain conditions in order to get billions of dollars in SNAP funding.
A federal judge halted the Trump administration’s efforts to force states to comply with certain conditions in order to get billions of dollars in SNAP funding.