Millions of workers are left out of the ‘low-fire, low-fire’ job market
‘It can be very disheartening because you start to devalue almost everything else you’ve done,’ says a job hunter who has applied for about 350 positions.
Day: October 15, 2025
Mariners’ Bryan Woo eyes return in ALCS against Blue Jays
After Bryan Woo threw live batting practice Monday, a start Friday seems probable, assuming the Blue Jays can win one of the next two and force an ALCS Game 5.
Mariners baseball, Seattle politics cross paths as money starts to flow
Bruce Harrell’s big-money backers went on the offensive during a Mariners playoff game. But Katie Wilson’s backers have a Seattle mayoral campaign ad ready too.
Trump or Ferguson? WA National Guard commander on having two bosses
Washington National Guard Commander Maj. Gen. Gent Welsh faces tension between Trump’s federal deployment threats and local pushback against potential unilateral move.
Bathed in the light and warmth of Seattle
The curves and glowing hot air balloons in this Seattle scene captured by Leia Maminta Smith pulled us in. Here’s, how to submit your photos to Reader’s Lens.
Joining the Seattle Mariners bandwagon? Here’s what you need to know
Here are some fast facts to throw out so you don’t seem clueless at the watercooler as the M’s continue the team’s historic run in the playoffs.
Fred Hutch, UW Medicine pause H-1B visa petitions due to $100,000 fee
Medical institutions across WA are concerned about the new fee, which they fear will harm recruiting efforts as the state faces a major physician shortage.
Rant and Rave: Reader appreciates responsible dog owners
RANT AND RAVE Rave to all of us polite, safe, responsible dog owners who obey the laws and keep our dogs under proper leash control in on-leash areas. Rant to the rude dog owners who allow their off-leash dogs to run amok, compromising the safety and c…
Mariners vs. Blue Jays: Where does Seattle home-game attendance rank?
How do the Mariners and Toronto Blue Jays stack up in terms of fan support over the years? FYI Guy looks at the data on home-game attendance.
6 Halloween reads that are light on scares and gore
If you love spooky season but hate to be spooked, this book list goes light(er) on heart-chilling terror and gore while still satisfying your ghostly cravings.