Seattle Now Tuesday Evening Headlines
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Jan 28, 2026 A rapid roundup of Seattle headlines, from a rare 13,000-job loss in the region to Amazon closing its Go and Fresh stores. Lawmakers are moving to restrict youth access to kratom with steep taxes and licensing. Funding for salmon passage at Howard Hanson Dam and a judge restoring EV charger funds highlight infrastructure news. Sports fans learn longtime Mariners broadcaster Rick Rizzs plans to retire after 2026.
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Harborview Memorial For Fallen Nurse
- Harborview staff held an on-shift memorial for Alex Pretty with candles and handwritten notes.
- Nurses like Kyle Hageth described it as hard to step away but proud of staff who 'sat in their feelings.'
2025 Job Losses Were Significant But Limited
- The Seattle metro lost a net 13,000 jobs in 2025, an uncommon downturn for the region.
- KUOW notes this decline is far smaller than losses during 2001, 2009, and 2020 and may be a short-term hiccup.
Amazon Shifts Away From Branded Grocery Stores
- Amazon will close its Amazon Go and Fresh stores because they didn't attract enough customers.
- The company will instead open over 100 new Whole Foods locations and expand online grocery delivery.