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Richard Sherman: 'Made up' Russell Wilson story could easily apply to Tom Brady
Sherman thinks that all quarterbacks on all NFL teams get treated better than anybody else<p>The Seattle Seahawks have been engulfed in some locker room controversy this offseason, thanks primarily to an ESPN story. That story alleged that cornerback Richard Sherman remains bitter about the Super Bowl …
Seattle Seahawks8 Ways to Get Weird in Seattle
Among the things Seattleites avoid sharing with outsiders is their affinity for the rain, so frequently disparaged by the rest of the U.S. But that …
CultureBest Pike Place Market Dining: Proper Sit-Down Meals
The town’s grand master of sushi and one of the most atmospheric dining rooms in town are both hidden within the maze of the market.
Washington StateMutsuko Soma Crowdfunds Her New Handmade Soba Restaurant
She’ll take over the former Art of the Table space<p>Mutsuko Soma, soba-making superstar and former chef of Miyabi 45th, is planning her restaurant comeback: She’s taken over the original Art of the Table space (left vacant by a relocation) and is crowdfunding some major expenses through</b> …
Washington StateUW coach Chris Petersen: 'No restrictions whatsoever' for Jake Browning's shoulder
It was already known that Jake Browning had filled out his frame significantly this offseason. There’s another reason to feel good about the Husky …
College FootballWho Is Behind That Anti-Breitbart Billboard In Downtown Seattle?
“Amazon, stop funding bigotry. Please pull your ads from Breitbart.”<p>So says a mobile billboard, its message written in stark white against a black …
Washington StateSee Mexican Meet Northwest at Denny Triangle Newcomer 2120
Next to the Amazon’s biospheres, the restaurant offers deviled eggs with toasted grasshoppers<p>Chef Derek Bugge and owner Milan Uzelac have opened the ambitious Latin American-Northwest mash-up <b>2120</b> next to Amazon’s biospheres. June 24 was restaurant’s first day in business; it’s now open for dinner …
Washington StateThe busiest 80 square feet on Broadway makes room for expansive Kosmic Koffee
(Image: Kosmic Koffee)<p>The busiest 80 square feet of cafe space on Broadway is back in action. And entrepreneur <b>Anthony Davis</b> has plans to cram even …
Washington StateSavage Love Letter of the Day: Dating Advice for a Single Mom
by Dan SavageI'm a newly single mom, I'm 40, I'm at my sexual peak and I want a partner, a long-term life partner. How on earth do I date? More …
RelationshipsNotebook: Mariners pump the brakes on Drew Smyly's rehab
Drew Smyly made a big step forward in his recovery from a left elbow flexor bundle strain over the weekend, but he may be taking another one …
Washington StateGiovonn Joseph-McDade Shot, Killed by Kent Police
A Kent Police officer shot and killed a 20-year-old Auburn man who reportedly tried to use his vehicle to run over an officer after a short …
PolicingTask Force Targets South King County Gun Crimes
Kent Police and other members of a newly created South King County regional task force say they are reducing the skyrocketing number of gun …
CrimeLineups: Danny Valencia back at 1B for Mariners in Game 1 vs Phillies
Danny Valencia returns to the lineup for the Mariners in the 7:10 series opener against the Philadelphia Phillies on 710 ESPN Seattle.<p>A sore wrist …
BaseballLegislators to Continue Budget Talks Through the Night
Lawmakers planned to negotiate late into the night Tuesday in pursuit of agreement on a new state budget that would end preparations for an …
Washington StateBrock and Salk: An important start for Mariners' James Paxton
Before landing on the disabled list in early May because of a forearm issue, Mariners left-hander James Paxton had a 1.43 ERA, a 0.98 WHIP and a .190 …
Washington StateE.P.A. Moves to Rescind Contested Water Pollution Regulation
The Trump administration on Tuesday took a major legal step toward repealing a bitterly contested Obama-era regulation designed to limit pollution in about 60 percent of the nation’s bodies of water.<p>The rule, known as Waters of the United States, or Wotus, had extended existing federal protections …
Puget SoundStudy: Seattle's $13 wage law cost poor workers $125 a month
Last week, Berkeley economists published research showing that Seattle's aggressive minimum wage increases in recent years didn't lead to job losses. …
Social JusticeWashington man travels from Puget Sound to Alaska alone on a standup paddleboard
Karl Kruger arrived at Thomas Basin Boat Harbor in Ketchikan Sunday evening, becoming the first SUP finisher of the Race to Alaska. (Photo by Leila …
Puget SoundStudy: Seattle's $13 Minimum Wage Led To Drop Of $1,500 In Income For Low-Wage Earners
Remember that time Seattle’s socialist city council member Kshama Sawant pressed for the city to increase its minimum wage to $15 per hour? I …
Social JusticeRaising the Minimum Wage Has Maybe Hurt Low-Wage Workers in Seattle (and More Updates)
Two bakeries have new owners, Lower Bar Ferdinand is closed, and more<p><i>Welcome back to</i> <i>Morning Briefing</i><i>, a semi-regular round-up of mini news bites to kick off the day. Have news to share? Send intel to seattle@eater.com.</i><p><b>Opponents of Seattle’s Higher Minimum Wage Will Love the Latest Study</b><p>Last week, …
Washington StateThis pricey Pacific Northwest restaurant owes workers $150k
A Pacific Northwest dining destination will cancel its culinary apprenticeship program and pay nearly $150,000 in wage and overtime violations after …
Puget SoundPoke Loa Is Expanding to Old Metairie
It will open this fall<p>Incredible news for poke lovers — the insanely popular Hawaiian fish dish that has swept the nation, as well as the corner of Magazine Street and Louisiana, will arrive in Old Metairie when <b>Poke Loa</b> opens a second location there this fall.<p><b>Helen Freund</b> reports that the …
New OrleansCheck out the Pike Place Market’s $74M addition: See 360-degree views of the new MarketFront
At 110 years old, with a $74 million addition, the Pike Place Market has survived and thrived. It still pulls on the emotions of Seattleites of all …
Washington StateMoore: Mariners need to take advantage of their favorable stretch of schedule before the All-Star break
I’m not sure if we should be all that disappointed over the weekend series in which the Mariners lost two of three to Houston. The Astros have a …
BaseballHow well do you know Pike Place Market?
Quiz by Emily M. Eng, Laura Gordon and Vanessa Martínez Illustrations by Emily M. Eng<p>Source: Pike Place Market Preservation & Development …
Washington StateCanine Pride Shines at Doggie Drag Show
Summer solstice is almost here—time to get naked and light a big fire.<p>The best thing about most of these parks is there are no runners to make you …
Washington StateWhy the Pike Place Market will always have a place in our hearts
Here’s what some of you said about your connection with the Pike Place Market as it turns 110.
Washington StateDrayer: Mariners look to stay on track through much-needed off day
After playing 20 games in 20 days, the Mariners finally get a break with an off day Monday. They head into the break coming off two straight losses …
BaseballIf State Government Shuts Down, Some Legislation That Passed Will Be Scrapped
About two years ago, when Rep. Tina Orwall (D-Des Moines) was touring police evidence rooms, she noticed stacks of white boxes everywhere. “What are …
GovernmentNeighborhood Produce Will Open This Fall in Winter Hill
Neighborhood Produce Finally Has a Home in Winter Hill<p>The small grocery store is taking over the Somerville Bread Company space this fall.<p>June 27, …
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