After Memorial Day violence, children’s chess tournament offers necessary distraction
A chess club for at-risk youth has made for a helpful distraction follow a tragic shooting over Memorial Day weekend at Pritchard Beach.7 years ago
Seattle considers ban for ‘McMansions,’ new rules for backyard cottages
Years in the works, the Seattle City Council is considering new rules around backyard cottages (ADUs) and limits on "McMansions" in the city.7 years ago
75 years after D-Day invasion, local WWII veterans earn French Legion of Honor
Three local men are part of the dwindling number of World War II veterans, and some of the newest members of the French Legion of Honor, France’s highest award.7 years ago
US-China trade war affecting ORCA card prices
The board that oversees the ORCA card system will need to tap a contingency fund to offset the rising costs of the cards, thanks to President Trump’s tariffs on Chinese goods.7 years ago
Collapsed crane on Mercer passed two safety inspections since 2017
The doomed crane that toppled in Seattle last Saturday was safety-certified twice since July 2017, according to documents from the Washington Department of Labor and Industries.7 years ago
Tacoma homeless ‘stability site’ could lose funding despite promising results
A system of FEMA-style tents and pallet shelters has seen success for Tacoma's homeless population, but still could soon end up losing its funding.7 years ago
UW student creates new online tool for transit riders
A new online tool created by UW student Kona Farry uses GPS and real-time data from local agencies to map out the precise location of each bus, light rail, and street car.8 years ago
