Could hemp be the next bumper crop in Washington?
Initiative 502 not-only legalized marijuana possession it opened the door for the industrial production of hemp. It could be a new cash crop for Washington farmers, but not a lot is known about the potential market.14 years ago
Boeing takes SPEEA union appeal directly to workers
In a last ditch attempt to avert a strike by his engineers and technical workers, Boeing commercial airplanes CEO Ray Conner sent a letter to all SPEEA members asking them to accept the company's offer.14 years ago
NTSB says cause of Boeing Dreamliner fire in Boston still unknown
The National Transportation Safety Board has determined where the fire in the Boeing 787 in Boston started, but it's no closer to finding out what started it.14 years ago
Drunk drivers could be required to pay child support
Drunk drivers who kill behind the wheel could be forced to support the children of their victims under a bill being considered in the legislature.14 years ago
Pinpointing Boeing 787 problem likely still a few weeks away
The head of the National Transportation Safety Board said Wednesday morning it will likely be a few more weeks before it pinpoints the problems with Boeing 787.14 years ago
Crowd packs heat; Oak Harbor backs down
It's been three weeks since an Oak Harbor city council member started a national controversy by trying to kick out a wounded Army veteran who was legally carrying a weapon during a council meeting. The council was met by 160 people Tuesday night, many were packing heat.14 years ago
Legislature considers further protections for stalking victims
The legislature wants to make it easier for victims of stalking to get a protection order if they feel threatened.14 years ago
Every other week garbage begins in March for Tacoma
The pilot program is over. Now it's the real deal in Tacoma. Every other week garbage collection begins March 11.14 years ago
Tax free weekend aimed at school shopping pushed in Olympia
The legislature wants to save you a bunch of money on back-to-school shopping. It's considering a tax-free weekend where you can load-up for less.14 years ago
Army to release health care study at JBLM following record number of suicides
With military suicides hitting record levels, the Secretary of the Army ordered a complete review of how returning soldiers are being treated and if their mental health needs are being met.14 years ago
Survey finds windshield-clearing lawbreakers in the Northwest
Nod quietly to yourself if you rely on your car's defroster to clear the windshield of ice instead of using a scraper.14 years ago
Prop bets make for lively Super Bowl with non-fans
So you can't stand the 49ers or the Ravens, but you've been invited to a Super Bowl party. The commercials and nachos will only get you so far. You can always put-down a few bucks on some crazy bets to keep you interested.14 years ago
Bill in state senate aimed at preventing another Powell tragedy
It was a supervised visit one year ago this week when Josh Powell killed his two young sons and then set his house on fire. A bill in Olympia being pushed by the boy's grandparents might have prevented the visitation.14 years ago
Possible save for Washington’s GET program
A lot of parents are worried the money they've put in that state's Guaranteed Education Tuition program won't be there when their kids hit college-age, but a state analyst has a plan to save the day.14 years ago
Union leaders approve strike authorization at Boeing
Leaders of the union for Boeing's engineering and technical workers have voted to include strike authorization on ballots going to members next week.14 years ago
Amid Dreamliner woes, Boeing reports record revenues
For Boeing, 2012 was a record year. The company's 4th quarter earnings were released Wednesday.14 years ago
Mercer Island caught in middle of I-90 tolling debate
The state doesn't have the money to finish the 520 Bridge project. It is more than a billion dollars short. So the state wants to toll I-90 to pay for it.14 years ago
Wait times for concealed weapons permits skyrocketing in Washington
Getting a concealed weapons permit in Washington is pretty easy. You just pass a background check, give up your fingerprints, pay your money and wait 30 days.14 years ago
Is the state set to kill the family medical leave act?
The legislature passed a family medical leave bill six years ago, and it still hasn't figured-out how to implement it or how to pay for it. So some lawmakers say it's time to simply get rid of it.14 years ago
Seattle Police kill man after shooting inside bar
Seattle Police shot and killed a man as he ran from a bar in the Central District after he opened fire on customers.14 years ago
What tolling the entire Puget Sound would look like
The state is considering tolls on I-90 to help pay for the 520 Bridge project. The tunnel through downtown Seattle is going to be tolled. The DOT is also looking at requiring three people to use the HOV lane on I-405. What will our region look like with all these added costs on the road?14 years ago
Pot forum packs Seattle City Hall
I-502 passed. Marijuana is legal. So what now? The state has less than 11 months to figure out how to grow, sell and regulate the drug, and it's starting from scratch.14 years ago
Armed teen robbers targeting middle schoolers
Police are watching Roxhill Park in West Seattle carefully after two groups of middle-school-aged kids were robbed at gunpoint there this week.14 years ago
