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She tweeted her allegations Thursday afternoon, following hours of divisive, nationally televised testimony on sexual assault allegations against U.S. Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh. Fain denies the allegation.

JAKARTA, Indonesia (AP) — Indonesian official says an earthquake and tsunami left many victims in central Sulawesi as rescuers race to the region.

The Dunbar case, which attracted little public attention at the time, is being raised by lawyers for victims of last year’s Las Vegas massacre who are suing MGM Resorts International, owner of the Mandalay Bay, for negligence.

Knot-by-knot, nets are prepared at Fishermen's Terminal.

A woman in Florida found her son’s baseball mitt 40 years after he lost it after a two-homer game.

Tesla’s stock sank 14 percent Friday, putting pressure on CEO Elon Musk and the electric-carmaker’s board to reach a settlement with the Securities and Exchange Commission, which sued Musk on Thursday.

Haniger was named the Mariners' player of the year, while Diaz was selected as pitcher of the year. Gordon earned the unsung hero awards.

The response reflects a nearly yearlong trend, since the #MeToo movement started trending, with an estimated 20 percent increase in calls, according to KCSARC.

CORAL GABLES, Fla. (AP) — At a voter registration rally Friday, fired-up former first lady Michelle Obama urged a predominantly youthful crowd at the University of Miami to “take their power back” and bridge the gap between frustration over the political climate and “actually doing something about it.” After a celeb-studded program that included former […]

Researchers emphasized the seriousness of even one case of animal-to-people infection in densely populated areas.

Known for its civically engaged staff and students, the Central District high school is one of nearly 30 schools across the district that will lose staff because of lower enrollment, according to a letter sent to principals by district leadership last week.

ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — Authorities say a 25-year-old Tennessee man has died in Alaska after a traffic collision with a moose, and his passenger was seriously injured. Alaska State Troopers say Bryan Sprenz of Knoxville, Tennessee, was pronounced dead at the scene of the early Wednesday morning crash on the Parks Highway in Alaska’s interior. […]

At La Gozadera, anyone could tell a personal story of loss from the hurricane. But they have come to enjoy themselves, so many hold each other close on the dance floor, while others sit on plastic chairs tapping their feet to the music or lean against the bar ordering drinks.

A unique fish, ancored to the sea floor.

A roundup of notable obituaries from the week ending Sept. 28

Vintage typewriters are making a comeback, due to young people.

Researchers found octopuses share parts of an ancient messaging system involved in social behaviors with humans.

Vanilla’s high price, combined with rampant poverty and a corrupt, weak state, has made the crop a favorite target of violent criminal networks.

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Spokesman says Jefferson Airplane singer Marty Balin has died at age 76.

In Seattle, where tech giants reign supreme, STEM fields are given emphasis. Children are sent to science camps and placed in advanced-math classes from a young age. There is nothing wrong with any of these professions, as STEM fields are extremely important. However, I think that this emphasis on STEM fields is leading to a […]

Our “more perfect Union” depends on “We the People” to be active in our democracy and to demand that our political leaders act in ways that promote the goals as stated in the preamble to the U.S. Constitution. Unfortunately, our current leaders have brought us to a point of absurdity and danger. Demand that our […]

Re: “Durkan makes pitch for free community college as Seattle voters consider a $637.8 million levy”: This is a highly commendable goal. However, providing entry is not enough. The necessary resources to serve students and support their success must also be available once they arrive. One of the most fundamental resources, according to the State […]

Class 3A No. 1 Eastside Catholic hosts Garfield in a rematch of last year’s state quarterfinals, which the Bulldogs won in an upset. Also, O’Dea takes on Seattle Prep in another key Metro League game and Eastlake looks to continue its strong start against No. 1 Mount Si.

No. 11 Washington is set to host No. 20 BYU, which was a 22-point underdog going into Wisconsin two weeks ago. The Cougars then stunned the No. 6 Badgers, 24-21.