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Boeing is seeking to raise approximately $19 billion through a stock offering to address liquidity challenges worsened by an ongoing strike. The funds will be used for corporate purposes, including debt repayment and investments in subsidiaries, highlighting the company's critical financial situation.
Seattle is preparing for its first frost of the season, expected on October 28, as overnight freezing temperatures return. Residents are advised to protect sensitive plants and outdoor equipment in anticipation of cooler weather and potential icy road conditions.
The article highlights the 100-year anniversary of the U.S. Navy airship Shenandoah's visit to the Puget Sound area in 1924. Local historian Lee Corbin emphasizes the importance of this event and the remnants of the airship's mooring mast at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, which serves as a reminder of a significant yet overlooked moment in aviation history.
A 25-year-old woman, Breanna Simmons, was identified as the victim in a deadly shooting on 11th Ave in Seattle's Pike/Pine area over the weekend. The police are investigating the incident, which was the city's 52nd homicide of the year, and are seeking information regarding the shooting and a subsequent incident at her memorial.
A significant fall storm has passed through Western Washington, bringing heavy rain and strong winds over the weekend. This week, calmer weather will allow residents to focus on cleanup and restoration efforts following the storm.
High winds in western Washington have caused significant power outages, affecting around 40,000 homes and businesses over the weekend, particularly in Snohomish County. Utility crews are working to restore power amidst ongoing weather challenges.
Former One Direction singer Liam Payne, aged 31, tragically died after falling from a third-floor hotel balcony in Buenos Aires. The incident occurred while he was reportedly in the city to attend a concert by his former bandmate, Niall Horan. Local officials are investigating the circumstances of the fall.
The Supreme Court has upheld a federal regulation requiring coal-fired power plants to significantly reduce their carbon emissions or face closure, supporting President Biden's climate agenda and promising substantial environmental benefits despite opposition from some states and industry groups.
Walgreens plans to close approximately 1,200 stores across the U.S. over the next three years as part of a strategy to improve profitability following a $3 billion quarterly loss. The closures will focus on underperforming locations to enhance cash flow.
The City of Seattle and King County have approved a new agreement aimed at streamlining the governance structure of the King County Regional Homelessness Authority. This revised interlocal agreement is intended to enhance coordination, oversight, and accountability in addressing homelessness in the region.