Apple Maps switches to ‘Lake America’ for some users

Apple has changed the name of Lake Ontario to Lake America in its popular Maps app, but only for users in the United States. The new name began appearing for users on Tuesday, just a day after the Trump administration revealed that it appealed directly to the tech giant to make the switch.

When does fall start in WA? Key dates for fall foliage, daylight saving

As summer winds down, the transition into a new season brings shifts in the weather, the calendar, the clock, and soon, the trees.

Nationwide recall of pet food issued over salmonella concerns

Food and Drug Administration officials said the latest pet food recall covers Northwest Naturals Frozen Chicken Recipe and Northwest Naturals Frozen Raw Diet for Dogs Chicken Recipe sold in stores across the country.

Artificial sweetener linked to higher risk of cardiovascular events

Higher blood levels of the artificial sweetener xylitol were linked to a higher risk of a major adverse cardiovascular event, a new study finds.

Smucker’s Uncrustables lawsuit against Trader Joe’s allowed to proceed

The difference between a circle and a squircle could help decide a lawsuit over whether Trader Joe’s frozen sandwiches are too similar to Uncrustables.

Tofu recalled over possible ink contamination; sold in 29 states

More than 10,000 cases of tofu were recalled across nearly 30 states after the discovery of a potential contaminant.

Best and worst places to retire in 2026: See the ranking

WalletHub compared more than 180 U.S. cities across 45 measures of affordability, activities, quality of life and health care to determine the best places to retire.

Americans warned against travel plans as terrorism threatens popular destination

The State Department's Level 3 advisory warns of terrorism and unrest in Israel, with some areas near Gaza carrying a Level 4 "Do Not Travel" warning.

American Airlines bets big on international travel with 7 new routes

New daily flights will connect major U.S. hubs with destinations across Europe and Asia beginning in spring 2027 as the carrier expands its global network.

Seafair Weekend Festival (Part 3)
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Seattle’s annual Seafair Weekend Festival took place Friday, July 31, through Sunday, Aug. 2, bringing hydroplane races, live entertainment and air shows to Genesee Park on Lake Washington, and FOX 13 broadcast Sunday’s events.

SNAP junk-food bans begin Aug. 31 in South Carolina and Sept. 1 in North Dakota - See other states with bans

South Carolina and North Dakota are the latest states implementing restrictions on food purchases by SNAP recipients and banning them from using their taxpayer-funded food assistance benefit to purchase junk food, joining other states too.

Seafair Weekend Festival (Part 2)
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Seattle’s annual Seafair Weekend Festival took place Friday, July 31, through Sunday, Aug. 2, bringing hydroplane races, live entertainment and air shows to Genesee Park on Lake Washington, and FOX 13 broadcast Sunday’s events. 

Seafair Weekend Festival (Part 1)
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Seattle’s annual Seafair Weekend Festival took place Friday, July 31, through Sunday, Aug. 2, bringing hydroplane races, live entertainment and air shows to Genesee Park on Lake Washington, and FOX 13 broadcast Sunday’s events.

General Mills ditches artificial dye from Lucky Charms, Trix

General Mills announced it is dropping synthetic food dyes in its cereals, swapping them for natural alternatives to keep its products colorful.

'Harry Potter and the Cursed Child' at Paramount Theatre
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Castmembers of "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child" join Good Day Seattle to talk about their show at Seattle's Paramount Theatre.

Frozen buffalo chicken products recalled over inspection issue

Nearly 25,000 pounds of frozen buffalo chicken products are being recalled after they were produced without federal inspection.