Are new mortgage rates moving the needle when it comes to Seattle real estate?
While lower mortgage rates increase purchasing power for homebuyers, a rate around 6% is still too high for many in Washington.2 years ago
Seattle’s Waterfront Park hits another milestone
Completion of the $70 million Overlook Walk, a big part of Seattle's Waterfront Park, will open on Oct. 4.2 years ago
Political group Let’s Go Washington accused of breaking law while gathering signatures
A probe has led to charges from a watchdog against Let's Go Washington for allegedly breaking campaign finance laws while getting signatures.2 years ago
Think food and drinks are expensive at Climate Pledge? Wait until you hear about the hidden fees
Climate Pledge Arena was bumping up the price of food and drinks by 3% and didn't stop until they were caught.2 years ago
Seattle City Council president: Stay out zones are ‘better than nothing’
The more you hear public officials talk about Seattle's proposed 'Stay Out' zones, the more you seem to hear, "It's better than nothing."2 years ago
Prime time at Amazon: Warehouse workers get free subscription, raise
Amazon employees are getting a new perk: a free Prime subscription. The service usually costs $140 a year.2 years ago
Gee & Ursula: Seattle ‘Stay Out’ zones won’t make prostitution, homelessness go away
The Seattle City Council approved controversial 'Stay Out' zones measures to prohibit certain individuals from parts of the city.2 years ago
As machinists strike continues, Boeing employees hear layoffs are imminent
As the strike of 33,000 union machinists continues in Washington state, Boeing employees received the news they feared: layoffs are imminent.2 years ago
Auburn enforces stricter rules on public camping
Auburn has passed an ordinance prohibiting the obstruction of public spaces and enforcing stricter rules on public camping.2 years ago
Whooping cough on the rise in Snohomish County
Whooping cough is on the rise in Snohomish County, with the health department confirming more than 40 cases of pertussis so far this year.2 years ago
Spike, gambling, and the Lord
A 22-year-old Spike O'Neill was learning how to gamble. (Remember, this was well before the Draft Kings and casino days.)2 years ago
Jury awards $6M to BLM protester Summer Taylor’s family; state ‘not negligent’ in death
A jury ruled on Thursday that the state of Washington was not negligent in the 2020 death of Black Lives Matter protester Summer Taylor.2 years ago
First officer of Boeing ‘door panel’ flight was in ‘shock and disbelief’ after the incident
The first officer of the Alaska Airlines 'door panel' flight says she was in 'shock and disblief' when the plane landed.2 years ago
Microsoft announces new layoffs within Xbox division
Microsoft has announced the elimination of 650 positions within its Xbox division. This is the third round of layoffs this year.2 years ago
Paul Allen’s treasure trove raises more than $10 million for charity
Rare computing artifacts, space-related objects, and documents from the collection of Paul Allen gets $10 million for charity.2 years ago
Could suicide-prevention nets on the Tacoma Narrows Bridge save lives?
The Tacoma Narrows Bridge has a problem with suicides. Suicide-prevention nets may help, but they cost a lot.2 years ago
Ferguson, Reichert want the Superintendent of Public Instruction to be appointed
Both gubernatorial candidates want the Superintendent of Public Instruction to be appointed rather than elected.2 years ago
Taxes, crime, abortion rights take center stage in WA gubernatorial debate
The hot topics in the Washington gubernatorial debate Tuesday night between Bob Ferguson and Dave Reichert were taxes, crime, and abortion.2 years ago
Are people still excited about a September Apple Cup? So far, ticket sales say ‘No!’
This weekend's game between the Washington and Washington State football teams, the Apple Cup, will feature some interesting changes.2 years ago
New directions from Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol
One day into his new job as Starbucks CEO, Brian Niccol is already beginning to set a tone for his stewardship.2 years ago
Public Service workers walk out over staffing crisis, pay cuts
Some state public service workers walked off the job at noon Tuesday protesting what staffing crisis and lack of pay increases.2 years ago
The first of 2 Washington gubernatorial debates between Ferguson, Reichert takes place tonight
The state's gubernatorial debate between Bob Ferguson and Dave Reichert takes place tonight at 8 p.m. on seattletimes.com and KING 5 TV.2 years ago
Kaczaraba: Ride to-and-from Seahawks game via Lynnwood Light Rail extension was easy, efficient
With the addition of the Lynnwood light rail, I have more to look forward to when going to Seahawks games.2 years ago
