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WSDOT Plans Major Highway Closures in King County, Anticipating Traffic Disruptions

WSDOT Plans Major Highway Closures in King County, Anticipating Traffic Disruptions

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) has announced significant highway closures in King County, expected to cause major traffic disruptions over the weekend. The closures will affect I-405, I-5, SR 520, and SR 202, as well as several local roads. The construction work, described as one of the busiest weekends of the summer, will begin on Friday and continue through Monday. The closures are part of ongoing projects to improve infrastructure, including a widening and toll-lane project on I-405 and repairs on SR 520. Commuters are advised to plan ahead and expect delays, as detours could add significant time to travel.
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Newcastle Reopens Talks for Chelsea’s Forward as Exit Nears

Newcastle Reopens Talks for Chelsea’s Forward as Exit Nears

Newcastle United’s search for another striker could see the club revisit a familiar target before the summer transfer window closes. After missing out on Liam Delap before his move to Chelsea last year, the Magpies are again being linked with the England forward as uncertainty grows over his future at Stamford Bridge. TEAMtalk’s Graeme Bailey […]
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Fox posts upbeat revenue on ad boost from FIFA World Cup

Fox posts upbeat revenue on ad boost from FIFA World Cup

Aug 6 (Reuters) - Fox Corp beat Wall Street estimates for fourth-quarter revenue and profit on Thursday, as the FIFA World Cup boosted advertising sales during a busy news cycle. Shares of the company rose 2.3% in premarket trading.
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Wildfires spread hazardous smoke across multiple states. See maps

Wildfires spread hazardous smoke across multiple states. See maps

Seattle and Portland briefly ranked within the top 10 cities in the world with the worst air quality the morning of Aug. 6.
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2026 FIFA World Cup Boosts Fox's Revenue and Advertising Success

2026 FIFA World Cup Boosts Fox's Revenue and Advertising Success

2026 FIFA World Cup Boosts Fox's Revenue and Advertising Success
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Exclusive: After World Cup run, Tennessee turf experts plan for encore

Exclusive: After World Cup run, Tennessee turf experts plan for encore

More major sports tournaments could be in the future for University of Tennessee turf researchers after a "flawless" 2026 FIFA World Cup experience.
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Washington State Ferries Begins Construction of Hybrid-Electric Vessels in Florida

Washington State Ferries Begins Construction of Hybrid-Electric Vessels in Florida

Washington State Ferries has commenced the construction of its first hybrid-electric ferry in over a decade at Eastern Shipbuilding Group's shipyard in Panama City, Florida. This marks the beginning of a project to build three new hybrid-electric ferries, aimed at replacing the aging fleet. The construction was celebrated with a maritime ceremony, highlighting the urgent need for new vessels to ensure reliable ferry service. The first ferry, named Wishkah, is expected to be delivered by summer 2030, with subsequent ferries arriving in 2031 and 2032. The ferries will primarily operate on rechargeable battery power, with diesel generators as a backup. This initiative is part of a broader plan to modernize the fleet and reduce environmental impact.
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Arson suspect moved from Arizona after prison stint for killing dad

Arson suspect moved from Arizona after prison stint for killing dad

Aaron Farinacci, who spent a decade behind bars after fatally shooting his father, asked to serve probation in Washington months after his release.
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UEFA maintains boycott threat of FIFA competitions after Infantino's crisis meeting

UEFA maintains boycott threat of FIFA competitions after Infantino's crisis meeting

European soccer’s governing body says it has retained its threat to boycott FIFA competitions despite FIFA apologizing for its failed plan to sell stakes in the World Cup
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UEFA maintains World Cup boycott threat after Gianni Infantino's crisis meeting

UEFA maintains World Cup boycott threat after Gianni Infantino's crisis meeting

European soccer’s governing body says it has retained its threat to boycott FIFA competitions despite FIFA apologizing for its failed plan to sell stakes in the World Cup
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Wildfire Smoke Triggers Air Quality Alert Across Washington Counties

Wildfire Smoke Triggers Air Quality Alert Across Washington Counties

The Washington State Department of Ecology has issued an air quality alert for several counties, including King, Kitsap, Pierce, Snohomish, and Thurston, due to smoke from wildfires. The alert is in effect until 5 p.m. Wednesday. The Puget Sound Clean Air Agency forecasts that air quality will become unhealthy for sensitive groups by Tuesday. The smoke originates from wildfires in Canada and parts of Washington, such as the Spokane Complex Fire, which has destroyed numerous structures and led to mass evacuations. Residents are advised to close windows and use air filtration systems indoors. The Department of Ecology anticipates improved air quality by Friday, aided by onshore winds.
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Summer Transfer Signing Victor Muñoz Selects Liverpool Squad Number

Summer Transfer Signing Victor Muñoz Selects Liverpool Squad Number

Victor Muñoz is Liverpool’s new number 23.