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Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer in men, according to Fred Hutchison Cancer Center.

And Edmund's most famous traveler, Rick Steves, recently announced his own prostate cancer diagnosis.

Rick is here to tell us how his traveler's mindset is influencing his treatment journey.

But first, let's get you caught up.

Thank you. journey. But first, let's get you caught up. Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell delivered his two-year proposed budget to the city council on

Tuesday. Today, the Select Budget Committee will meet to get into the details with the city

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