Smooch benefit concert raises $2.7 million for Seattle Children’s Hospital

Hundreds filled the Showbox Market for the annual Smooch fundraiser, featuring performances by Blondshell, Bob Mould and Seattle’s own Western Haunts, along with culinary contributions from chef Ethan Stowell. The Sub Pop–KEXP collaboration raised more than $2.7 million for Seattle Children’s Hospital.

Rainy weather returns to soaked Seattle on Sunday

River levels will recede today, but another round of river flooding is a possibility during the workweek. Right now, next week's flooding doesn't look as intense as this week's, but there will still be dangers and impacts. 

Seattle weather: Flooding ahead with atmospheric rivers

Bottom line: there are four consecutive Weather Alert Days from tomorrow (Monday) to Thursday. There will be moderate river flooding, isolated major flooding, with the worst of it on Tuesday. Minor street flooding in urban areas is likely at many points in the coming days. 

FIFA World Cup 2026 Schedule Set

Fans now know which teams will take the pitch at Lumen Field next summer as Seattle hosts several marquee 2026 World Cup matches, including Belgium vs. Egypt and the U.S. vs. Australia.

Bodycam video shows moments before deadly police shooting in South Seattle

Seattle police released body camera footage capturing the confrontation with an armed man near 42nd Avenue South and Othello Street, where officers shot and killed him after he repeatedly refused to drop his gun. The King County Sheriff’s Office is leading the independent investigation, while the man’s family has launched a GoFundMe to cover funeral costs.