The World Cup draw is here. Here's why it matters — and how it will work FIFA is about to determine which teams all 48 participating countries in the FIFA World Cup 2026 will face in the group phase of the tournament, which the U.S., Canada and Mexico are co-hosting. Rafael Nam
At least 4 countries pull out of 2026 Eurovision contest over Israel's participation Ireland, the Netherlands, Spain and Slovenia said they were pulling out of the contest after organizers decided to allow Israel to continue to compete, despite tensions over its conduct in Gaza. The Associated Press
Video shows Luigi Mangione says he didn't want to talk. Police kept asking questions Before being read his rights, the suspect in the UnitedHealthcare CEO killing talked. Now his lawyers say those words could reshape the case. The Associated Press
Grand jury rejects new mortgage fraud indictment against New York Attorney General Letitia James Thursday's failed indictment against James is the latest setback for the Justice Department in its bid to prosecute the frequent political target of the Republican president. The Associated Press
Thursday Evening Headlines Crime rates in WA continue to drop, local community colleges are facing budget woes, and Federal Way commuters rejoice for light rail service. Paige Browning
Supreme Court lets Texas use gerrymandered map that could give GOP 5 more House seats The Supreme Court has cleared the way for a Texas congressional map that may help the GOP win five more U.S. House seats in the 2026 midterms. A lower court found the map is likely unconstitutional. Hansi Lo Wang
State Department to deny visas to fact checkers and others, citing 'censorship' The order is focused on applicants for H-1B visas, which are frequently used by tech companies and is part of a campaign by the Trump administration against online content moderation. Shannon Bond
Ask a Doctor: Ozempic, Wegovy and GLP-1 drugs in general GLP-1 drugs like, Ozempic and Wegovy, are in big demand... And they’re going to be more affordable. Two physicians answer the questions we still have about GLP-1s. Maleeha Syed
Soundside's "Weekend Warmup" - 12/4-8 Santa and Krampus and Carolers, OH MY! It's the Weekend Warmup, with everything worth braving the rain for this weekend! Jason Burrows
Libraries and museums get federal funding back after Trump cuts Earlier this year, the Trump administration gutted the Institute of Museum and Library Services, leading to canceled federal grants. Now, after a court order, those grants are being reinstated. Andrew Limbong