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The Coast Guard Investigative Service has apprehended the captain of the MSC Jubilee IX for allegedly operating the vessel under the influence of alcohol. The incident prompted a Puget Sound Pilot and the first mate to assume control of the ship, ensuring its safe navigation.

The owner of the Civic Hotel has filed a lawsuit against the City of Seattle and King County, accusing them of failing to address contamination issues resulting from a homeless shelter lease agreement. The legal action references a tragic incident involving a deceased infant found with fentanyl and methamphetamine in their system, and claims the city neglected its duty to manage residents and prevent drug use on the property.

A federal appeals court has upheld a previous decision against The GEO Group, affirming the company's violation of Washington state minimum wage laws and confirming its liability for more than $23 million in damages.

Governor Bob Ferguson has launched an investigation into the Washington State Fish and Wildlife Commission following concerns raised by public records. This action was prompted by a request from the agency's director, who called for an independent inquiry to address the issues.

Residents of Seattle's Columbia City neighborhood are protesting a developer's plan to cut down five trees from a property that includes a deteriorating home, leading to a clash between the developer and the neighbors over the city's tree canopy and permitting process.

The Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle's 4th Annual Summer Resource Festival at Jimi Hendrix Park brought together nearly 1,800 people for a day of food, entertainment, and community resources, providing essential supplies and celebrating local culture and businesses.

The Tubman Center for Health & Freedom has released the Relational Medicine Model (RMM), a values-driven care model developed by marginalized communities that prioritizes relationships, trust, and dignity in healing.

Seattle Public Schools is seeking community input to help select a new superintendent, with the process officially underway and a final decision expected before the end of the year.

The Washington State African American Achievement Awards have announced the 2026 honorees, recognizing trailblazers, advocates, and leaders whose impact extends far beyond their professions, including Eddie Rye Jr., Barbara Laners, Dawn Mason, Chasity Malatesta, Carmen Best, Anthony Ives, Veronica Very, Sonya Bell, Coretta Scott, Linda Lowry, Chris B. Bennett, Linda Thompson-Black, Michelle Merriweather, Dr. Sheley Seacrest, Rev. Dr. Robert Manaway Sr., Rev. Dr. Leslie D. Braxton, Derek Clark, Dr. Robyn White, Betsy Wilkerson, and Pastor C. Ivan Johnson.

Harold Powell, a 68-year-old disabled Navy veteran, is recovering at home after surviving a shooting incident on Seattle's waterfront. The suspect, Gregory Timm, has been arrested and charged with assault and robbery, highlighting ongoing concerns about violence and safety in public spaces.