Evening World Cup match in Seattle: Pedestrian zones shifted

The Egypt vs. Iran Pride match will kick off at 8 p.m. Friday, leading to a shift in transportation accommodations like the Pioneer Square pedestrian zone.

'Seattle News Weekly': Seattle's FIFA World Cup 2026 buzz

On this week's episode of the 'Seattle News Weekly' podcast, Erin Mayovsky and Bill Wixey discuss the top headlines of the week surrounding the World Cup.

Seattle World Cup Pride match proceeds despite Iran, Egypt objections

Local organizers say Friday’s World Cup "Pride Match" between Iran and Egypt at Seattle Stadium will showcase the city's welcoming culture, despite objections from both countries.

World Cup fans find vintage soccer gear at Seattle Goodwill

Seattle soccer fans and World Cup visitors are turning to the world’s largest Goodwill for affordable jerseys, team colors and one-of-a-kind finds.

World Cup crowds are rewriting Sound Transit’s ridership record books

FIFA World Cup matches are driving record-breaking ridership on Sound Transit's light rail system, with the agency shattering single-day boarding records twice in one week.

Seafair updates ticketing, entry rules for 4th of July at Seattle's Gas Works Park

Attendees planning to watch the 4th of July fireworks at Gas Works Park must secure a free ticket in advance, as entry is limited and strictly first-come, first-served.

Seattle braces for anticipated Egypt vs. Iran World Cup Pride Match Day

Egypt and Iran are scheduled to play a World Cup group stage match at the Seattle Stadium on Friday. The timing of the match coincides with Seattle's annual Pride weekend, prompting local organizers to designate it as a "Pride Match."

Fremont Fridays returns for sixth season with local live music and art
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Fremont Fridays returns with a massive 12-week free music and arts festival starting tomorrow. The community event features 156 chosen artists, six stages, and a silent disco running from 5 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Teen injured in West Seattle shooting
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Police are searching for multiple suspects in a shooting that injured a teenager in West Seattle’s High Point neighborhood Thursday morning.

West Seattle shooting injures teen, police search for suspects

Police are searching for multiple suspects in a shooting that injured a teenager in West Seattle’s High Point neighborhood Thursday morning.

FIFA World Cup boosts some Seattle businesses, others feel left behind

The FIFA World Cup has helped some businesses in Seattle hit record highs, but others in the city are still waiting to reap the benefits of the big tournament.

Seattle World Cup buzz: Cheap fans tank restaurant tips

Seattle bars and restaurants saw a 56% surge in transactions during a recent soccer match between the United States and Australia.

Some Seattle businesses still waiting on World Cup sales boost
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The FIFA World Cup has helped some businesses in Seattle hit record highs, but others in the city are still waiting to reap the benefits of the big tournament.

LIVE: Traffic delays, getting around Seattle for World Cup
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Live Seattle traffic updates: What to expect before and after Wednesday's Bosnia and Herzegovina vs. Qatar World Cup match.

Live Camera: Tens of thousands of fans take over Seattle Stadium for World Cup

Tens of thousands of soccer fans are taking over Seattle Stadium on Wednesday as the city hosts its third FIFA World Cup match between Bosnia and Herzegovina vs. Qatar.

Seattle's The Walrus and the Carpenter in Ballard closes amid union strike

Ballard restaurant The Walrus and the Carpenter has been closed for two days due to safety concerns arising from an ongoing union strike.

Couples panic, wedding plans sink due to flooded Seattle ferry venue

Some soon-to-be brides and grooms are in a panic as a popular venue that floats on Lake Union took on water on Monday, sinking some people’s wedding plans.