Seattle Local — 2026-07-12#

Top Story#

The Paul G. Allen estate has agreed to sell the Seattle Seahawks to an ownership group led by the Khosla family for a record-setting $9.612 billion. The landmark transaction, which would give the Khosla family controlling ownership, remains subject to NFL approval and would mark the end of the Allen family’s long-standing stewardship of the franchise.

Local News#

Revive I-5 Resumes with Ship Canal Bridge Closure · KOMO Drivers should prepare for significant traffic delays this weekend as the “Revive I-5” project resumes following a temporary pause during the World Cup. All northbound lanes over the Ship Canal Bridge, stretching from Interstate 90 to Northeast 45th Street, will be completely closed for construction.

Grandparent Thwarts Kidnapping Attempt at Pike Place · FOX 13 A quick-thinking grandmother successfully fought off a suspect who attempted to kidnap her grandchild from a stroller at Pike Place Market this week. Her swift physical reaction allowed her daughter and the infant to safely escape before the suspect walked away from the scene.

Non-Profit Saves Harbor Island Studios · KOMO The largest film and video production studio in western Washington will remain open after CREATE48 Media Network reached a new operational agreement with King County. The 100,000-square-foot facility, which recently faced severe funding cuts from the King County Council, will continue hosting local independent projects and major studio productions for at least another year.

Multiple Eastern Washington Wildfires Force Evacuations · KIRO 7 Rapidly spreading wildfires have triggered Level 3 “Go Now” evacuations across several areas in Eastern Washington, including the Quincy Lakes Wildlife Area and near a hospital in Lake Chelan. The Quincy fire grew to 280 acres near the Gorge Amphitheatre, while a separate blaze in Okanogan forced one family to evacuate their property with only five minutes to spare.

Tragic Driftwood Accident at Local Beach · FOX 13 A 6-year-old boy is in critical condition after a massive log from a makeshift driftwood teepee collapsed and pinned him at the beach. Doctors are currently monitoring his brain swelling to determine whether he will survive and the full extent of his injuries.

Community & Lifestyle#

This week brings a return to classic Seattle summer weather, with clearing morning clouds making way for sunny skies and high temperatures climbing into the 80s. Regional transit is celebrating a major win, as Sound Transit reported record ridership numbers during Seattle’s recent World Cup matches. For those looking for local outings, the Seattle Mariners have introduced 13 new food and beverage options at T-Mobile Park, and low tides in Puget Sound this week offer prime beachcombing opportunities.