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The Navy Band Northwest Jazz Combo, ‘The Cascades’ — A Pretty Sweet Gig

All the members of this U.S. Navy Sextet agree that serving their country by playing jazz is a pretty sweet gig. Heck, yes! Unlike most young jazz…

Rescue workers on Sunday look at the destruction caused by a flash flood on Main Street in Ellicott City, Md.

Maryland Town Begins Cleanup After Deadly Weekend Flooding

More than 6 inches of rain in less than three hours created a torrent that swept through downtown Ellicott City over the weekend. At least two people were killed.

The streets of downtown Tacoma are empty amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.

Tacoma community members come to bargaining table with city, police union

Thursday marks the start of negotiations between the city of Tacoma and Tacoma Police Union Local No. 6 on a new contract. Will Hausa is one of two…

Quinn Christopherson is this year's Tiny Desk Contest winner!

Announcing The 2019 Tiny Desk Contest Winner

After receiving over 6,000 entries this year, we've picked a winner of the 2019 Tiny Desk Contest. Meet the gifted songwriter who captivated our panel of judges.

A 6.3 magnitude earthquake struck Afghanistan's western province of Herat. This came just days after a series of tremors caused massive damage in the same region.

Photos: Afghanistan hit by another earthquake

The 6.3 magnitude earthquake struck the same region around Herat, which was devastated by a previous temblor on October 7.

Organist Celebrates 25 Years Playing Wanamaker Organ

Peter Conte has serenaded shoppers in Philadelphia for 2 shows a day, 6 days a week for more than 2 decades. On Saturday, those attending Wanamaker Organ Day will hear him and the refurbished organ.

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