Boeing reports $641 million in Q1 losses, cutting 10% of workforce
As expected, Boeing reported dismal first quarter earnings Wednesday, alongside sweeping cuts to both production and jobs.6 years ago
I drove to Tacoma for COVID-19 antibody testing
Quest Diagnostics is providing antibody testing at its 2,200 clinics nationwide, and as of this week you don't need a doctor's referral. So KIRO Radio's Chris Sullivan drove to Tacoma to check it out.6 years ago
What will Boeing job cuts look like in days ahead?
Boeing CEO David Calhoun told shareholders Monday that it will likely be two or three years before the industry sees a return to 2019 flying levels.6 years ago
‘Cuts are going to be hard’ as King County stares down $20 million budget shortfall
King County is blowing through cash in its coronavirus response, and it could end up facing a giant budget shortfall as a result.6 years ago
WA could lose half its breweries if stay-at-home order lingers through summer
Breweries are struggling to keep the lights on. For those that do not can or bottle their beers, survival will be very difficult the longer their tap rooms stay closed because of the governor's order.6 years ago
Coronavirus cases double on Everett-based USS Kidd
The United States Navy is reporting its second coronavirus outbreak aboard one of its ships, this time on the Everett-based destroyer USS Kidd.6 years ago
Turbulence on the horizon for Boeing, with company facing possible cuts
Boeing has some busy days ahead of it -- earnings are out this week, and the company bailed on a major acquisition over the weekend.6 years ago
King County Exec. Constantine asks for another $57 million in COVID-19 response funds
King County Executive Dow Constantine is pushing another emergency funding package to help the region deal with its ongoing health crisis.6 years ago
Washington sees rise in speeding on empty freeways
State Trooper Rick Johnson said speeding has gone up with less cars on the roads, but he reminds drivers that coronavirus hasn't changed the speed limits.6 years ago
Why King County Metro buses are driving past some passengers at stops
If you're still riding King County Metro buses, you should expect to be passed by at your stop from time to time thanks to new limits on passengers.6 years ago
Will commuters return to buses and trains when Washington gets back to normal?
With demand for mass transit having plummeted during the coronavirus stay at home orders, what will life on buses and trains look like when we return to normal?6 years ago
Pedestrians getting extra time at Seattle traffic signals during shutdown
If you have been driving around Seattle, you might have noticed some changes to timing at traffic signals with fewer cars on the roads.6 years ago
Seattle businesses rally against Sawant Amazon tax
Seattle City Council may be meeting virtually today, but it can expect a bunch of virtual public comments, as thousands line up to oppose a big business tax.6 years ago
WA potato farmers on the brink with a billion pounds of unused spuds
Washington growers have a billion pounds of potatoes sitting around that they can't get rid of because restaurants don't need them.6 years ago
Washington ferry ridership craters amid coronavirus crisis
Ferry demand has cratered over the last two months, with ridership numbers down at levels not seen in the region since the 1950s.6 years ago
West Seattle Bridge problems have city planning for chance of lower bridge evacuation
There is enough concern that the West Seattle Bridge could fail under its own weight, that the city is drawing up emergency plans should it need to evacuate the lower span.6 years ago
Washington forced to recall 12,000 coronavirus test kits for contamination
The state's coronavirus testing efforts encountered a hiccup recently, with 12,000 test kits being recalled for possible contamination.6 years ago
Boeing slowly hits restart button in Washington
Boeing is hitting the restart button at its Puget Sound plants today, ramping production back up after a three-and-a-half week closure.6 years ago
Puget Sound ports weathering the financial storm from pandemic
Washington businesses are counting on the state's ports to get their goods to market, but are the ports ready to handle upcoming shipments?6 years ago
WA toll revenue expected to take big hit because of coronavirus
With traffic volumes down significantly across all major roads and highways, Washington's toll revenue is taking a dip to match.6 years ago
Washington cherry harvest in coronavirus crosshairs
Washington's cherry harvest this year could be threatened by the ongoing coronavirus shutdown, leaving many to sit rotting in crates.6 years ago
Speed limits in school zones still active in Seattle despite closures
You better not speed through school zones even though classrooms across the state have moved online -- you could still risk a ticket.6 years ago
Coronavirus has Snohomish County staring down $26 million budget shortfall
The coronavirus isn't just hitting workers -- it's also hitting local governments, with Snohomish County looking at a $26 million budget shortfall.6 years ago
