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James Taylor plays Sunday and Monday at Chateau Ste. Michelle in Woodinville.

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A&E Calendar

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Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) is congratulated by his teammates after scoring a game-tying basket against the New York Knicks as time expires in the fourth quarter in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals at Madison Square Garden on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, in New York. (Al Bello / Getty Images / Tribune News Services)

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Tyrese Haliburton channels Reggie Miller, Pacers stun Knicks

NEW YORK — Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton put both of his hands around his neck, channeling Reggie…

Seahawks rookie safety Nick Emmanwori (3) practices at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center in Renton on May 20, 2024. (Photo courtesy of Edwin Hooper / Seattle Seahawks)

Sports

Nick Emmanwori is embracing Kam Chancellor comparisons

Will the Seahawks use him the same way?

Opinion

Comment: Cuts to science grants threat to our health, economy

Federal funding through the National Science Foundation has provided countless benefits to our lives.

Opinion

Return of salmon after dam removal proves it works

A truly inspiring article published on May 7 in The Oregonian offers hope for the eventual recovery of…

Opinion

Cuts to scientific research cut us off from solutions

Where to start with the actions Donald Trump has taken which worry me: the economy, denial of court…

Opinion

Comment: The gift 747 was only one problem in Mideast trip

Along with the thinly veiled bribe, came a shift to excuse the region’s autocratic monarchies.

Opinion

Goldberg: Trump-backing Christians accuse Jews of antisemitism

There’s something off about Project Esther’s tagging of American Jews as supporters of Hamas.

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Opinion

Editorial cartoons for Thursday, May 22

A sketchy look at the news of the day.

Local News

Former Herald writer Melissa Slager’s new book was 14-year project

The 520-page historical novel “Contests of Strength” covers the 1700 earthquake and tsunami on Makah lands.

Jorge Polanco of the Seattle Mariners celebrates his three-run home run during the second inning against the Los Angeles Angels at T-Mobile Park on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, in Seattle. (Steph Chambers / Getty Images / Tribune News Services)

Sports

Simple approach leading to Polanco’s improvement

Despite not being 100% healthy, Polanco is off to a hot start this season with a 1.021 OPS…

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Guns are shown at Caso’s Gun-A-Rama in Jersey City, N.J.

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Washingtonians will need state permit to buy guns under new law

The requirement will go beyond the state’s existing background checks.

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Labor advocates filled up the governor’s conference room on Monday and watched Gov. Bob Ferguson sign Senate Bill 5041, which extends unemployment insurance to striking workers.

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Washington will pay unemployment benefits to striking workers

Labor advocates scored a win on Monday after Gov. Bob Ferguson signed a new law to extend unemployment…

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Opinion

Editorial cartoons for Wednesday, May 21

A sketchy look at the news of the day.

Opinion

Burke: Don’t let Trump & Co. get away with ‘no comment’ on outrages

For the tiring list of firings, cuts, busted norms and unconstitutional acts, hold them accountable.

Opinion

Opposition to amendment to habitat rules ignored

The article regarding Snohomish County’s habitat ordiance reports a preponderance of Snohomish County voters opposed to further erosion…

Opinion

DIYers should get a PUD’s heat-pump break, too

I have just completed a do-it-yourself installation of a central heat pump system to replace an electric furnace.…

Opinion

Everett Council, Dist. 2: Paula Rhyne has proved herself

Four years ago, a public servant ran for District 2 and won her Everett City Council seat. Since…

Opinion

Comment: Era of Buffett-, Gates-style philanthropy is ending

The tech billionaires see their space and AI quests as better than a bequest to fight poverty and…

Gov. Bob Ferguson’s signature on the the 1,367 page document outlining the state’s 2025 operating budget. (Photo by Jacquelyn Jimenez Romero/Washington State Standard)

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Ferguson signs budget boosting Washington state spending and taxes

The governor used his veto pen sparingly, to the delight of Democrats and the disappointment of Republicans.