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Hey, good morning. I'm Patricia Murphy. It's Tuesday. This is Seattle now. So far this year,

21 gray whales have washed up dead on the Washington coast. Researchers say it's an alarmingly high

number. Coming up, we'll talk about why this is happening and the devastating role of climate change.

But first, let's get you caught up. You might want to consider which beaches you hit up for an open water swim this week.

King County Parks officials are currently urging people and pets to stay out of the water at four beaches.

Madison Park Beach, Andrews Bay Beach at Seward Park, and Gene Kulon Memorial Beach and Brenton all have

high bacteria levels, and toxic algae has been discovered at the West Beach at Green Lake, so at least

for now, swim somewhere else. Seattle could get another arts and cultural district. The city council

will vote today to add the Georgetown neighborhood, which is home to many artists and arts organizations. The city council will vote today to add the Georgetown neighborhood, which is home to

many artists and arts organizations. The designation means the neighborhood will receive annual

money and resources for arts programming and advocacy. The city council will also vote to formalize

the combined neighborhoods of Columbia City and Hillman City as an official arts

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