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Experimental Alzheimer's drug shows promise targeting brain protein tau in study

• An experimental drug might help slow early Alzheimer’s disease in a markedly different way than today’s treatments — by lowering levels of a brain protein called tau, researchers reported Tuesday. • Tau is one part of a toxic duo fueling Alzheimer’s but prior attempts to develop drugs that can target the protein have failed.

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Seattle leaders celebrate opening of Lake City Reuse Commons

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• Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson and city leaders gathered to celebrate the opening of the Reuse Commons, a new shared space dedicated to repair and sustainability services.

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Oceanside police give update, timeline for missing woman Angelica Brophy

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• The Oceanside Police Department continues to investigate the disappearance of Angelica Brophy, who went missing in early July 2026 and whose vehicle was later discovered at Palomar Mountain State Park.

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