The magical story of 'Wicked,' now on stage at The Paramount Theatre in Seattle, begins at a special school where two soon-to-be famous witches meet. And you could say - it's definitelynot friendship at first sight! "I play Glinda 'The Good Witch' - but she is? That’s the question in 'Wicked,'" said Erin Mackey. "We’re always exploring good and wicked. " Mariand Torres is Elphaba - who just happened to be born the color green.

I mean, come on... we know this. Washington is obviously, the BOMB. According to a study conducted by Wallethub, Washington nabs the 17th spot on the 'Top 20 States to Live in America' list. Although I think it should be higher (especially while we are in the midst of a stunning spring), I do realize that the winter months can be a bit dreary, so okay - I will accept the 17th spot.

Weekend Box Office June 14-16, 2019. SALT LAKE CITY (KUTV) — All is quiet and eerie at the domestic box office as “Men in Black: International” takes the top spot despite being largely ignored as it looks to finish the weekend with a scant $28 million. Previous entries in the franchise all opened over $50 million. Following recent trends, the film did far better overseas where it has earned nearly $74 million for worldwide total of $102 million against a $110 million budget.

Shaft. 2. 5 out of 5 Stars. Director: Tim Story. Writers: Kenta Barris, Alex Barnow, Ernest Tidyman (Characters) Starring: Samuel L. Jackson, Jessie T. Usher, Richard Roundtree. Genre: Action Comedy. Rated: R for pervasive language, violence, sexual content, some drug material and brief nudity. (L-R) ALEXANDRA SHIPP as Sasha, JESSIE T. USHER as John "JJ" Shaft and SAMUEL L. JACKSON as John Shaft in New Line Cinema's action comedy "SHAFT," a Warner Bros. Pictures release. (Photo: Warner Bros.

Are you ready to find LOVE on one of the MOST DRAMATIC shows in history? Are you here for the right reasons? Are roses your favorite flower? If any of these answers are YES, or you know what we're talking about in general.... then you are a perfect contestant to try out for ABC's 'The Bachelor' and 'The Bachelorette'!

Disneyland Resort just opened up their much hyped new land, Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge. It's 14 acres of out-of-this-world fun, in fact - it's the largest land ever created in Disney Parks history. There's so much to do on the Planet Batuu, head into the marketplace and pick up a unique gift, or stop by Ronto Roasters where a Smelter Droid turns a spit of meat. You can even head to the Droid Depot and design your own droid.

It's time to start thinking about those sweet, sweet summer vacations and according to Thrillist, Washington's very own Vashon Island made their '16 Best Islands in America for a Summer Vacation This Year' list. In a midst of beautiful islands all over the states Vashon definitely stands out, and is described in Thrillist as a place where "free-spirited liberals have left 'the mainland' for this fertile farmland in search of a slower pace of life. "

Weekend Box Office: June 7-9, 2019. SALT LAKE CITY (KUTV) — “The Secret Life of Pets 2” fell short of modest predictions that had the film earning $50 million over its first weekend, but its $47 million was still good enough to nab first place as the latest (and last from Fox) X-Men film “Dark Phoenix” struggled to make just $33 million. Snowball (Kevin Hart) in Illumination’s The Secret Life of Pets 2, directed by Chris Renaud. (Photo: Universal Pictures)

The Secret Life of Pets 2. 3 out of 5 Stars. Director: Chris Renaud, Jonathan del Val. Writer: Brian Lynch. Starring: Patton Oswalt, Kevin Hart, Harrison Ford. Genre: Comedy, Animated. Rated: PG for some action and rude humor. (from left) Liam, Max (Patton Oswalt) and Duke (Eric Stonestreet) in Illumination's "The Secret Life of Pets 2," directed by Chris Renaud. (Photo: Universal Pictures)

Dark Phoenix. 2. 5 out of 5 Stars. Director: Simon Kinberg. Writer: Simon Kinberg, John Byrne (story), Chris Claremont (story), Dave Cockrum (story), Jack Kirby (characters), Stan Lee (characters) Starring: Sophie Turner, James McAvoy, Michael Fassbender, Jennifer Lawrence. Genre: Sci-Fi, Action. Rated: PG-13 for intense sequences of sci-fi violence and action including some gunplay, disturbing images, and brief strong language.

JUST ANNOUNCED: Jason Mraz & Raining Jane to play TWO nights at The Paramount Theatre on November 9 & 10! While amassing a global fan base for his positive message and soulful, folk-pop sound, Jason Mraz has earned numerous diamond and platinum certifications for his various releases, including his classic singles “I Won’t Give Up,” “Lucky,” and the record-breaking “I’m Yours.

BUMBYYYY IS BACK! The line up was announced via Instagram this morning and the list looks MAGICAL. Headliners include The Lumineers, Tyler The Creator, Rezz, Louis the Child, H. E. R. and soooo much more. Bumbershoot will begin on August 30, 2019 and will run through September 1, 2019. Tickets will go on sale this Wednesday, June 5 at 10 a. m. so be sure to set mark your calendars and set your alarms! Learn more on Bumbershoot's website.

DONATE NOW >>>WASHINGTON (SBG) - Severe storms from Kansas to Pennsylvania led to multiple tornadoes destroying homes and causing torrential rains that led to significant flooding. That's why our parent company Sinclair Broadcast Group and The Salvation Army are teaming up to help those impacted by the storms. According to the National Weather Service, Tuesday marked the 12th straight day that tornadoes were reported. That is the most since an 11 day stretch in 1980.

Weekend Box Office: May 31- June 2, 2019. SALT LAKE CITY (KUTV) — “Godzilla: King of the Monsters” can add “Champion of the Box Office” to its various titles as the massive-monster movie earned $49 million this weekend. That’s about half of the $93 million that 2014’s “Godzilla” earned over its first weekend and just bellow the $61 million that “Kong: Skull Island” opened to in 2017. Both of those films went on to earn more than $500 million worldwide.

While I've known a father who was ungrateful for a new tie, another shaving kit or a grill accessories, a little escapism can go a long way. Here are some movie, television and book releases that will help dad kick back and relax for a change. "Captain Marvel" arrives just in time for father's day on June 11, 2019 (Photo: Marvel, Twentieth Century Fox, Universal, Warner Bros. , Shot Factory)

From "Batman Begins," the final season of Marvel's "Jessica Jones," a new Adam Sandler film the Sundance Film Festival sci-fi drama "I Am Mother" and on to the Neon Genesis EvangelionJapanese mecha anime franchise, there's plenty to look forward to in June if you fancy spending a couple hours out of the heat. Here's Netflix's sizzle reel for the first half of the month. And here's a look at seven catalog titles that caught my attention. 50/50.

Weekend Box Office: May 24-26, 2019. SALT LAKE CITY (KUTV) — "Aladdin" will finish the weekend atop the domestic box office charts with an impressive $86 million that is expected to swell to $105 million for the four-day weekend. That’s decidedly better than early forecasts that predicted a four-day total of $75 million. Overseas the film an additional $121 million for a worldwide total of $207 million.

Harrison Ford has some strong feelings about who should take up the role of cinema’s most famous Nazi-fighting archeologist when he finally hangs up the hat and whip. “Nobody is going to be Indiana Jones, don’t you get it? I’m Indiana Jones,” Ford said on NBC's "Today. " “When I’m gone, he’s gone. It’s easy. ” Ford, 70, is set to return to theaters as Indiana Jones for the fifth time in 2021, 13 years after his last appearance in2008's "Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull. "

In a pair of Twitter videos Friday night, Oscar-winning actor Jon Voight praised President Donald Trump and slammed his critics, insisting Trump is "the greatest president since Abraham Lincoln. " Voight’s comments were addressed to “the people of the Republican Party,” but it was unclear what prompted him to post the videos. "I'm here today to acknowledge the truth.

BALTIMORE (WBFF) - Kim Kardashian West tweeted a cute photo of her newborn baby, sent to her by husband Kanye, but many are alarmed by the way the baby appears to be sleeping. Little baby Psalm is seen surrounded by bumpers and pads in his crib, which experts say is unsafe. One doctor wrote: "Please please please go pay an overpriced 'sleep consultant' to get all that unnecessary padding, bumpers, and blankets out of your child's crib so they are not at risk for SIDS.

SALT LAKE CITY (KUTV) - The list of titles leaving Netflix in June includes numerous direct-to-video Disney films, a crop of horror films and a few all-time classics. Here are five I recommend checking out before they leave. "Cold in July" DirectorJim Mickle and frequent collaborator writer/actorNick Damici know how to stretch a dollar. Their low-budget adventures always look twice as good as anyone else's work form a similar budget. Based on Joe R.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) - Lil Nas X showed his gratitude to Billy Ray Cyrus for his contribution to the massive success of his debut single "Old Town Road. "The rapper and songwriter, who featured Cyrus on the remix version of the No. 1 hit song, surprised the country music legend with a Maserati sports car in a video shared on his Twitter account. Fittingly, Cyrus mentions the vehicle in his verse on the remix of the song, singing,“Baby’s got a habit: diamond rings and Fendi sports bras.

SEATTLE, Wash. -- Gas prices got you down? STAR 101. 5 is here to fill up your gas tank! Starting on Friday, May 24th STAR 101. 5 is giving away FREE gas! Every Friday you will have three chances to win a $500 gas card! Listen to STAR 101. 5 at 7:05 a. m. , 11:05 a. m. and 4:05 p. m. for the keyword and text* the keyword to 51200 for your chance to win! View all contest details HERE. *This is a text to win contest. Must be 18 years or older to play.

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (CBS12) - Luann de Lesseps, the star of the reality TV show "The Real Housewives of New York City," went back to jail. A judge on Thursday morning ordered de Lesseps into custody for alleged probation violations. She has since been released. The judge said de Lesseps isn't taking her probation seriously after a positive alcohol test and failure to attend meetings.

Aladdin3 out of 5 StarsDirector: Guy RitchieWriter: John August, Guy RitchieStarring: Will Smith, Mena Massoud, Naomi ScottGenre: Adventure, ComedyRated: PG for some action/perilSALT LAKE CITY (KUTV) – Synopsis: Aladdin, a talented thief, falls for a princess believing her to be a court attendant. Unable to match the pedigree of the other suitors, Aladdin turns to a magical being to help him improve his social status. Review: Going into “Aladdin” I was prepared for a complete debacle.

"Booksmart" 4 out of 5 Stars. Director: Olivia Wilde. Writers: Susan Fogel, Emily Halpern,Sarah Haskins, Katie Silberman. Starring: Kaitlyn Dever, Beanie Feldstein, Billie Lourd, Skyler Gisondo. Genre: Comedy. Rated: R for strong sexual content and language throughout, drug use and drinking - all involving teens. Kaitlyn Dever stars as Amy and Beanie Feldstein as Molly in Olivia Wilde’s directorial debut, BOOKSMART, an Annapurna Pictures release. (Photo: Francois Duhamel / Annapurna Pictures)

WASHINGTON (SBG) - Famous chef Giada De Laurentiis is speaking out for the first time to DailyMailTV after filing a temporary restraining order against an alleged stalker. "I am always looking behind my shoulder to see what is going on. It's always at the forefront of everywhere that I go," the chef told Daily Mail as she expressed how she feels like a 'target'. De Laurentiis says she began to receive messages on her website from a man who referred to himself as "AA. "

Weekend Box Office: May 17-19, 2019. SALT LAKE CITY (KUTV) — Going into the week it felt inevitable that “John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum” would finish the weekend atop the domestic box office. “Avengers: Endgame” was still posting fantastic numbers, but they’d fallen enough to suggest that the growing popularity of the John Wick franchise was going to be just enough to surpass the MCU juggernaut. Besting expectations, “John Wick 3” finished the weekend with a truly impressive $57 million.

PHILADELPHIA, Pa. (STORYFUL) -- Bruce Willis gave a less-than-stellar performance when he threw the first pitch at the Philadelphia Phillies game against the Milwaukee Brewers at Citizens Bank Park on Wednesday. The crowd appeared to jeer and boo as Willis, wearing a No. 19 Phillies shirt, threw the ball to Phillies pitcher Aaron Nola, only to see it bounce in front of the home plate.

John Wick: Chapter 3 - Parabellum. 4 out of 5 Stars. Director: Chad Stahelski. Writer: Derek Kolstad, Shay Hatten, Chris Collins, Marc Abrams. Starring: Keanu Reeves, Halle Berry, Ian McShane. Genre: Action, Thriller. Rated: R for pervasive strong violence, and some language. Keanu Reeves stars as 'John Wick' in JOHN WICK: CHAPTER 3 - PARABELLUM. (Photo: Lionsgate)

MELBOURNE, Australia (STORYFUL) -- Singer Kacey Musgraves finally gave in and did a ‘shoey’ at her concert in Melbourne, Australia, on May 14th. Emily Jade Smith shared footage on Instagram of the country music star taking a shot out of a glass slipper to the delight of the crowd at Palais Theatre. Musgraves refused to do the ‘shoey challenge’ at her Sydney concert on May 13th, telling a fan “I’m not f—king drinking out of your shoe,” despite chants from the crowd.

When you think of Seattle style, does the image of a rain slicker come to mind? While weather gear has it's place, our city possesses a flair for fashion - and it's pretty sensational. "The exhibit is called Seattle Style Fashion Function History of Clothing and Style in Seattle," said Clara Berg, the curator of the exhibit at MOHAI that's dedicated to what Seattleites have been wearing. "19th, 20th and 21st century.

Like its live action-animation hybrid predecessors, “Pokémon: Detective Pikachu” has the distinct smell of a cult classic. It tries very hard in the ways that count – squeeze as many Pokémon characters on screen as is reasonable within its sub-two hour runtime – and very little in the ways its target audience is sure to forgive – plot, dialogue, world building and the like.

Weekend Box Office May 10-12, 2019. SALT LAKE CITY (KUTV) — It seemed to be a foregone conclusion that “Avengers: Endgame” would find itself in first place at the end of its third weekend, but a larger-than-expected push by “Pokémon Detective Pikachu” and a steeper drop for “Endgame” saw “Detective Pikachu” earning $20. 7 million on Friday while the Marvel Cinematic Universe capstone finished the day with only $16 million. When the dust cleared, “Detective Pikachu” snagged $58 million.

The Hustle. 2. 5 out of 5 Stars. Director: Chris Addison. Writer: Stanley Shapiro, Paul Henning, Dale Launer, Jac Schaeffer. Starring: Anne Hathaway, Rebel Wilson, Tim Blake Nelson. Genre: Comedy. Rated: PG-13 on appeal for crude sexual content and language. Rebel Wilson stars as Penny Rust and Anne Hathaway as Josephine Chesterfieldin THE HUSTLE, a Metro Goldwyn Mayer Pictures film. Credit: Christian Black / Metro Goldwyn Mayer Pictures 2019 Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures Inc.

Tolkien. 3 out of 5 Stars. Director: Dome Karukoski. Writer: David Gleeson, Stephen Beresford. Starring: Nicholas Hoult, Lily Collins, Colm Meaney. Genre: Biography, Fantasy. Rated: PG-13 for some sequences of war violence. Nicholas Hoult and Lily Collins in the film TOLKIEN. Photo Courtesy of Fox Searchlight Pictures. 2019 Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation All Rights Reserved(Photo: Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation)

Garret McAleese loves pizza, he's also the owner of Coltiva - Pizzeria e Barra on Lower Queen Anne. "We’re all about making delicious pizza that kinda blends Italian goods with Northwest goods together,” McAleese said. Coltiva pizzas combine Italian cheese and flour with Pacific Northwest meats and produce, some of which comes from his parents' farm, The best of both worlds, according to Garret.

Weekend Box Office: May 3-5, 2019. SALT LAKE CITY (KUTV) — “Avengers: Endgame” will finish its second weekend with a three-day total of $145 million. Sure, that’s a 59% drop, but those numbers are misleading because of how many people were seeing the film throughout the week. The domestic total is $619 million. The worldwide total passed the $2 billion threshold on Saturday. It currently sits at $2. 18 billion worldwide. “Endgame” has a solid chance of surpassing “Avatar’s” $2.

If you are a music fiend like me, you pour over ticketing websites at the beginning of the month to see who is bringing their tour to our city. Without further adieu, I bring you our monthly concert guide so you won't miss your favorite artist when they come into town. Obviously I had to shorten and consolidate this list for the sake of saving time (although I could spend my whole work day just plotting out which concerts to go to) so please let me know what I have missed!

WASHINGTON (SBG) -- Peter Mayhew has died at the age of 74, according to his family. In a statement released on Twitter, the family said "the family of Peter Mayhew, with deep love and sadness, regrets to share the news that Peter has passed away. He left us the evening of April 30, 2019 with his family by his side in his North Texas home. " Mayhew played Chewbacca in the original Star Wars trilogy, episode 3 of the prequels, and the new trilogy, according to a statement from his family.

"Long Shot" 3. 5 out of 5 Stars. Director: Jonathan Levine. Writers: Dan Sterling, Liz Hannah. Starring: Charlize Theron, Seth Rogen, June Diane Raphael. Genre: Comedy, Romance. Rated: R for strong sexual content, language throughout and some drug use. Charlotte Fields (CHARLIZE THERON) and Fred Flarsky (SETH ROGEN) in LONG SHOT. (Photo: Lionsgate) SALT LAKE CITY (KUTV) – Synopsis: Charlotte Field is poised to make a run for the U. S. Presidency.

THE JONAS BROTHERS ARE COMING TO THE TACOMA DOME. *Aaaaand my inner pre-teen is going NUTS. * On Saturday, October 12, 2019 the Jo-Bro's are touching down in Tacoma to bring their first North American headline tour in nearly a decade. Tickets for the Happiness Begins Tour, with special guests Bebe Rexha and Jordan McGraw, go on sale Tuesday, May 7th at 10 a. m. Get ready, ladies. Get ready. Follow this link for ticket information!

WASHINGTON (SBG) -- A new live-action movie based on SEGA video game character Sonic the Hedgehog is coming out in November. The first trailer for the motion picture was released today and it has many people reacting on social media. Sonic the Hedgehog's teeth are specifically getting a lot of users riled up. Some viewers of the trailer believe Sonic's teeth look too human. Jim Carrey is also prominently featured in the trailer. The comedian will play Dr.

National Concert Week is ALMOST here and STAR 101. 5 is kicking it off early! From May 1 - May 7, Live Nation is offering $20 all-in tickets to thousands of concerts to celebrate the summer concert season! Before those tickets go on sale, our listeners have the chance to WIN tickets early! STAR 101. 5 is giving away a pair of tickets at the bottom of EVERY hour on Tuesday, April 30. Listen every hour from 6:30 a. m. to 5:30 p. m.

WASHINGTON (SBG) -- "The Office," a comedy show that featured prominent actors likeRainn Wilson and Steve Carell, could be leaving Netflix, according to a report from The Wall Street Journal. The show is owned by NBCUniversal, which has a deal with Netflix allowing viewers to binge watch the entire series until 2021.

STAR 101. 5 WEEKEND PLANNER - June 21-23. FREMONT FAIR & SOLSTICE PARADE. SAT-SUNFremont Fair has a free craft market, food vendors, a beer garden, street performers, dozens of funky painted cars, and live music. The dog parade is Sunday at 2:30 p. m. Fremont Solstice Parade is wacky, weird, and world-famous for its nude painted cyclists. The parade begins at 1 p. m. at Leary Way NW & NW 39th Street, and it ends in Gas Works Park with bands, beer, and food trucks until 10:15 p. m.

Calling all Disney fans! We are in vacation mode, and Refined wants to send you to The Happiest Place on Earth. Who doesn't love a free trip right? We recently headed to Cali with a bunch of lucky families who got a Disney experience unlike any other. Bright and early at SeaTac's Concourse C and Alaska Airlines, seven winning families hit the adventure spin cycle, kicking off their unforgettable Disneyland in style.

It's afternoon drive time on STAR 101. 5. Kent Phillips is the man behind the mic. His friendly voice conveys kindness, warmth and fun. He's been spinning the hits at STAR and making people smile for 32 years. Music may have changed over the past 30+ years, but one thing has stayed the same: everybody likes Phillips. That's why this version of Phillips in character - is totally out of character! He's leading a double life - DJ by day, actor by night.

Fans first became captivated with Prince after watching his 1984 film "Purple Rain". The enigmatic entertainer blended musical styles, broke down gender stereotypes and had a flamboyant sense of fashion. And now you can get up close and personal with pieces from The Purple One's life. "This exhibition is called Prince from Minneapolis," said Brooks Peck, senior curator at The Museum of Pop Culture at the Seattle Center.

WASHINGTON (SBG) --James Holzhauer is causing a stir among "Jeopardy" fans after breaking the record for single day cash winnings on the show with $110,914. The last time this record was broken, the amount totaled to $77,000, Decider reports. Holzhauer, who also happens to be a professional sports gambler, wagered $38,000 during a Final Jeopardy question about physics. TVLine reports the earnings number is especially significant because his daughter was born on November 9th, 2014 (11/09/14).

Snoqualmie Pass, Wash. -- On Wednesday, April 3rd, STAR 101. 5 FM hosted a lucky batch of listeners for a private STAR Stage with the charming James Bay! James Bay answered questions from the audience before playing an acoustic set of three songs, including his hits 'Let It Go' and 'Wild Love'. He also performed his new single with Julia Michaels, 'Peer Pressure'.

It looks like the dead will be doing a bit more walking next year. AMC announced Monday it will launch a third scripted series set in the zombie-filled world of “The Walking Dead. " According to Entertainment Weekly, the show will feature two female protagonists and “focus on the first generation to come-of-age in the apocalypse as we know it. ” The currently untitled spinoff is set to film 10 episodes this summer to premiere on the cable network sometime in 2020.

WASHINGTON (SBG) -- Actress Lauren London has broken her silence about rapper and businessman Nipsey Hussle's death. London and the musician dated for five years until Sunday's tragic events. The couple, who were recently featured in GQ Magazine and described as "California Love," shared one son together. In an Instagram post, London wrote: I am completely lost. I’ve lost my best friend. My sanctuary. My protector. My soul.... I’m lost without you. We are lost without you babe. I have no words.

Oak Bay, Victoria B. C. -- Can you hear the wedding bells? Those are the bells of five lucky couples who joined STAR 101. 5 FM for the adventure of a lifetime to Victoria B. C. to renew their wedding vows! In a contest conducted by STAR 101. 5 FM, winning couples were invited to renew their wedding vows LIVE on the Kent in the Afternoon Show and spent the weekend in Oak Bay, Victoria B. C. celebrating!

WASHINGTON (SBG) -- One night after rapper and businessman Nipsey Hussle passed away, chaos erupted at his memorial where six people suffered minor injuries,CBS Los Angeles reports. Hundreds of people were gathered outside the rapper's clothing store where the 33-year-old musician was killed on Sunday afternoon. The memorial remained peaceful throughout the day since news of the rapper's death was revealed up until Monday night's incident.

WASHINGTON (SBG) -- The house featured in the hit television series "Full House" is available for purchase today in San Francisco. The San Francisco Chronicle reports the home's owner, Jeff Franklin, will list it by the end of April. It is unknown yet how much the home costs. Franklin also happens to be the executive producer and creator of "Full House" as well as the recent Netflix spinoff "Fuller House.

LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — As the world prepares to reenter the realm of the HBO series "Game of Thrones" for its final season, the Las Vegas Strip is getting a dose of the international phenomenon. The Fountains of Bellagio premiered its very own "Game of Thrones"-themed show Sunday, March 31, at 8:00 p. m. The show will run nightly at 8:00 p. m. and 9:30 p. m. until Saturday, April 13. The final season begins Sunday, April 14, with the series finale scheduled for Sunday, May 19.

It's finally Seattle Mariners season!!! Join STAR 101. 5 and T-Mobile at Henry's Tavern in Seattle (1518 1st Ave S) on Monday, March 25th from 5:00pm-7:00pm! Curt from the Curt, Corine & Leonard Morning Show will be on-site spinning the best of STAR's hits! Stop by the STAR 101. 5 booth and play a game of bean bag toss to win fun prizes (while supplies last)! Enjoy music, food, and prizes – as well as awesome 5G tech experiences designed for die-hard baseball fans like YOU.

One month before the film’s release, Marvel Studios stepped up promotion for “Avengers: Endgame” Tuesday with new posters and a featurette highlighting all the characters who disappeared at the end of last year’s “Infinity War”—including one apparent off-screen death that has angered some Twitter users. “Avengers: Infinity War” ended with villain Thanos snapping his fingers and wiping out half the universe and most of the heroes who have been introduced since 2012’s original “Avengers” film.

It's a lineup loaded with heavy hitters. The Mariners are celebrating the debut of T-Mobile Park with some serious local flavor. "One of the things that's great about Seattle is we've got really highly educated diners. They know what good quality is, so that makes our job a lot easier," said celebrated chef and restaurateur Ethan Stowell. "We try to keep things simple but use really high quality ingredients and go from there. "

Sick girl meets sick boy. Their disease keeps their love from blossoming into something more intimate, shall we say

SEATTLE, Wash. -- On Thursday, March 14th, 2019 STAR 101. 5 FM hosted a lucky batch of listeners for a private STAR Stage with the incredibly talented, Lukas Graham! Lukas answered questions from the audience and serenaded us with an acoustic performance of four songs, including his hits '7 Years' and 'Love Someone'. He also performed 'Stick Around' and 'You're Not the Only One (Redemption Song)' from his latest album, 3 (The Purple Album) - out everywhere now!

Are you the kind of person who looks for green beer and Lucky Charms on St. Patrick's Day? This article isn't for you. This if for those lads and lasses who want to take advantage of the holiday for a true, hearty Irish meal. The Blarney Stone.

His poetic lyrics mingle with the melody, and seem to seep into your soul. Rob Thomas made his mark on the music scene more than 20 yers ago as the lead singer for Matchbox Twenty. Their songs, like 'Bent", "Unwell" and "If You're Gone" were the soundtrack for our lives. The Grammy-winner is true rock and roll royalty. But he's incredibly relatable too. The artist was in Seattle performing his newest solo hit on the STAR 101. 5 Stage earlier this month.

Emerald City Comic Con 2019 is almost here - a time when Seattle becomes the epicenter of a geek universe with movie and television stars in orbit, superstar comic book creators and a constellation of cosplayers. A mom came to me recently asking advice for her daughter Ryley who will be attending her very first con, and the idea of this post came alive. But this guide will also help newbies and veterans make the most of their experience. First up – how do I get in?

Every year St. Patrick's Day rolls around, giving us a reason to celebrate while sporting our greenest outfits. Seattle Refined decided to save everyone the trouble, and so we've pulled together an extensive list of what you can do for St. Patty's Day this year. St. Patrick's Day Parade, Irish Festival 2019 The Irish Heritage Club has an itinerary for those who want to celebrate Irish heritage with the community.

GRAMMY nominee Tori Kelly is bringing The Acoustic Sessions Tour to The Paramount Theatre on Thursday, March 14, 2019. The stripped-down acoustic excursion follows Tori’s fall 2018 Hiding Place tour, which included sold-out shows in such cities as Los Angeles, San Francisco, Washington, DC, Atlanta and Dallas. Tori was recently won two GRAMMY Awards for Best Gospel Performance/Song for “Never Alone” and Best Gospel Album for Hiding Place.

SEATTLE, Wash. -- On Tuesday, March 5th, 2019 STAR 101. 5 FM hosted a lucky batch of listeners for a private STAR Stage with the legendary, Rob Thomas! Rob answered questions from the audience and serenaded us with an acoustic performance of four songs, including his hits 'Disease', '3AM', and 'Little Wonders'. He ended his set with his hit new single "One Less Day" from his upcoming new album, Chip Tooth Smile - out everywhere on April 26th! WATCH: ROB THOMAS PLAYS THE STAR 101.

Washington potatoes: bake 'em, mash 'em, roast 'em, grill 'em! They're an excellent source of vitamin C, only 110 calories per serving, and gluten-free. Come see what the Washington State Potato Commission is cooking up at the So Northwest Woman's Show March 9- 10. Stop by the demo stage and booths to spin the prize wheel and meet the chefs. Your Washington State Potato Commission is proud to bring you the following chef demonstrations! Saturday: 10:30 a. m. and 12:30 p. m.

Photographer Darrell Westmoreland of Aberdeen is a pretty humble guy. He won't brag about his amazing career, but his daughters will. "It was like having a famous dad," said Corrie - and sister Darnell agreed. "I don't think we really realized the magnitude of it until a little later. "For nearly 50 years, their dad has photographed some of the biggest names in the entertainment industry - like Tom Petty, Steven Tyler and Dolly Parton - and gotten to personally hang out with them!

If “cinnamon roll” is listed on the menu, you better believe I’m ordering one. Is it because I’m a connoisseur of cinnamon rolls? Maybe. Or, perhaps I just have a sweet tooth that can’t resist the description of a homemade, doughy roll complete with a gooey center.

With the Academy Awards less than a week away, time is running out to catch the top films before the big night. It’s a diverse bunch that could make Oscar history. Here’s a look at some facts and firsts for the Best Picture nominees: If Rami Malek wins Best Actor, he'd be the first of Middle Eastern descent to win the prize. He's also be the first man to have won both the Best Actor Oscar, and Best Actor in a Drama series Emmy.

“Alita: Battle Angel” 3 out of 5 Stars. Director:Robert Rodriguez. Writers: James Cameron, Laeta Kalogridis, Robert Rodriguez, Yukito Kishiro (graphic novel series) Starring:Rosa Salazar, Christoph Waltz, Jennifer Connelly. Genre: Action, Sci-Fi. Rated: PG-13 for sci-fi violence, language. Rosa Salazar stars as Alita in Twentieth Century Fox’s ALITA: BATTLE ANGEL. (Photo: Twentieth Century Fox) SALT LAKE CITY (KUTV) – Synopsis: Cybermedic Dr.