This week… 

Residents are telling conflicting stories about a tree in a northeast Seattle neighborhood.

Starbucks is doing away with some of its “less popular” drinks, in an effort to streamline their services.

And if you’ve never been to a Seattle Sounders match, you’re in luck - the team is offering you free tickets.

Too Beautiful to Live Co-Host Andrew Walsh and author and blogger Geraldine DeRuiter are here to break down the week.

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