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Two former military members, Charles Ethan Fields and Levi Austin Frakes, are facing federal charges for robbing Joint Base Lewis-McChord in June. Theyre accused of assaulting an Army member with a hammer and stealing military property, including explosives and night vision devices. The men, both 27, face up to 15 years in prison for robbery alone.

Seattle gears up for the FIFA World Cup in 2026, with the U.S. Mens National Team set to play against Australia. The city will host several group stage matches, including Group B and Group G, featuring diverse teams like Canada, Qatar, Switzerland, Belgium, Egypt, Iran, and New Zealand. The knockout rounds will also take place in Seattle, with the first Round of thirty-two match on July first and the Round of sixteen on July sixth. Fans can soon plan their World Cup experience as the full schedule is expected to be released soon.

Newly released surveillance footage shows Bryan Kohbergers white sedan near Washington State Universitys campus, just before and after the Moscow college student murders in November 2022. Kohberger, a PhD student in WSUs criminal justice program, was later convicted of killing four University of Idaho students. The video, from multiple camera angles, was previously withheld from his capital murder trial. Kohberger, now sentenced to four life terms, was connected to the crime through male DNA found on a knife sheath.

Frank O. Gehry, the influential architect known for his iconic buildings like the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao and Walt Disney Concert Hall, passed away at 96. His designs, characterized by their unique curves and metal-clad exteriors, sparked the Bilbao effect, inspiring economic growth through tourism. Gehrys career spanned decades, with projects like the Louis Vuitton flagship store and a new concert hall for the Colburn School of Music. His innovative and emotionally resonant designs will continue to inspire.

A Seattle man brutally assaulted his mother, leaving her with severe injuries, after she refused to give him more money to send to a TikTok star in China. The incident, which occurred at an apartment in Capitol Hill, resulted in the woman losing consciousness and being hospitalized. The son, who had previously assaulted his mother in 2005, remains at large, and the investigation is ongoing.

Amazons Expanding Influence in Government Purchasing: A New Report Reveals Concerning Trends A new report uncovers Amazons rapid expansion into government purchasing, particularly in Washington state. The Institute for Local Self-Reliance found that the Washington Department of Social and Health Services spent nearly four million dollars on Amazon in 2023, making it the highest spender among state agencies. Local spending also surged, with Pierce County purchasing over two point three million dollars and Clark County spending almost seven hundred thousand dollars. However, the report highlights a significant issue: Amazons algorithmic dynamic pricing often leads to governments paying vastly different amounts for the same items, potentially inflating costs for taxpayers. The lack of transparency in tracking purchases also poses accountability problems. The report suggests that states like Washington have an opportunity to set guardrails, including banning dynamic pricing in public contracts and improving data transparency.

Navigating New Essay Landscape: Dahlia, a First-Generation College Student, Shares Her Journey Dahlia, a Seattle high school senior and first-generation college student, is finding new ways to share her unique background in her college applications following a Supreme Court ruling that ended affirmative action. Despite some universities removing essay prompts related to diversity, equity, and inclusion, Dahlia remains committed to including her identity in her applications. The University of Washington removed a diversity-related question, citing simplification of the application process, while other schools like the University of Oregon and Seattle University still offer prompts for students to reflect on their identity and lived experiences. Dahlia is awaiting acceptance letters from two schools, hoping to find a college that supports her transition from high school and where she belongs.

Argentina, the reigning World Cup champions, will start their title defense against Algeria in the expanded forty-eight-team tournament. The US mens national team will face Paraguay in their opening match. The draw ceremony, held at the Kennedy Center, saw dignitaries like President Trump and Prime Minister Carney personally selecting balls for their teams. FIFA presented its first peace prize to President Trump, and all eleven top-ranked teams are confirmed for the tournament.