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Wild Waves Site Slated for 1-Million-Square-Foot Warehouse in Federal Way
local-news2 days ago

Wild Waves Site Slated for 1-Million-Square-Foot Warehouse in Federal Way

Federal Way planners propose Panattoni Project Podium to demolish the Wild Waves site (about 66 acres) and replace it with a roughly 1,035,000-square-foot, single-story warehouse (46 ft tall) with loading areas; full buildout is targeted for 2028. Wild Waves is set to close after the 2026 season. The plan includes three driveways, landscaping to screen the site, and road changes, with traffic projected at 1,517 weekday trips (445 trucks) and peak times of 117 morning and 133 afternoon trips.

Amazon Reaches 1 Million Robots in Warehouses, Reducing Human Staff
business11 months ago

Amazon Reaches 1 Million Robots in Warehouses, Reducing Human Staff

Amazon has deployed over one million robots in its warehouses, reducing human staff to the lowest levels in nearly two decades, while increasing automation and AI integration. Despite the supposed benefits, worker safety issues persist, and the company's long-term plan appears to focus on replacing human labor entirely rather than improving working conditions.

Amazon's Robotic Workforce Nears Human Staff as AI and Robots Expand
business11 months ago

Amazon's Robotic Workforce Nears Human Staff as AI and Robots Expand

Amazon has deployed its 1 millionth robot in its warehouses, with plans to match the number of robots to human workers, and has introduced a new generative AI model called DeepFleet to optimize robot routes and increase efficiency by 10%. The milestone highlights Amazon's ongoing investment in robotic automation and AI technology to enhance its logistics operations.

MyPillow Evicted from Minnesota Warehouse Over Unpaid Rent
business2 years ago

MyPillow Evicted from Minnesota Warehouse Over Unpaid Rent

MyPillow is facing eviction from a warehouse in Shakopee due to unpaid rent, but CEO Mike Lindell claims the building has been unused since last fall. The company's financial struggles have been exacerbated by the loss of major retail partners and ongoing legal battles, including defamation lawsuits from Dominion Voting Systems and Smartmatic. Despite these challenges, Lindell remains optimistic about the company's future, stating that they have shifted their focus away from retail and are "coming out the other side."

"California Man Arrested for $5 Million Worth of Stolen Nike Products Found in Warehouse"
crime2 years ago

"California Man Arrested for $5 Million Worth of Stolen Nike Products Found in Warehouse"

A California man, Roy Lee Harvey Jr., has been arrested for his involvement in an organized retail theft ring after a warehouse containing $5 million-worth of stolen Nike merchandise was discovered in Hawthorne, California. Detectives executed search warrants in Hollywood and at the warehouse, where they found thousands of stolen Nike shoes, clothing, accessories, and prototypes. Harvey Jr. is believed to have been responsible for receiving, redistributing, and reselling the stolen property. The LAPD is seeking information from the public regarding this investigation.

Escaped Philadelphia Inmate Found Dead in Warehouse
crime2 years ago

Escaped Philadelphia Inmate Found Dead in Warehouse

The body found inside a Philadelphia warehouse has been identified as Gino Hagenkotter, an inmate who escaped from a work detail almost two weeks ago. Hagenkotter, who was serving time on theft and burglary charges, had asked a guard for permission to use the bathroom during his work in the orchard, but never returned. He scaled a fence, took off his jumpsuit, and was last seen on surveillance video walking down the street. The cause of death is under investigation. This is the fourth escape from a Philadelphia lockup this year.

Escaped Philadelphia Inmate Found Dead in Warehouse After 2-Week Manhunt
crime2 years ago

Escaped Philadelphia Inmate Found Dead in Warehouse After 2-Week Manhunt

The body of Gino Hagenkotter, an inmate who escaped from a Philadelphia prison nearly two weeks ago, has been found dead inside a warehouse in the city. Hagenkotter's body was discovered in the Kensington neighborhood, and authorities were able to identify him through fingerprint analysis. The cause of death has not been released. Hagenkotter had escaped from a work detail and was incarcerated for low-level crimes relating to theft and burglary. This marks the fourth prisoner to escape custody in Philadelphia this year.