All Over The Map: History blooms at the Great Northern Railway’s Monroe greenhouses
Flowers and plantings were once an important part of the travel industry, at least for the Great Northern Railway circa the 20th century.5 years ago
Former Washington Gov. Dan Evans reflects on storied career, state of modern GOP, and more
It makes sense that Dan Evans – Washington's de facto elder statesmen -- has finally gotten around to publishing his autobiography.5 years ago
‘The Boat Show, The Boat Show, The Big Seattle Boat Show!’ marks 75 years
The Seattle Boat Show is back in person this year after going online in 2021, just in time to celebrate its 75th anniversary.5 years ago
All Over The Map: Have you seen the ‘Whidbey Island Man’?
He’s been a big friend to U.S. Navy aviators in the Northwest for more than 50 years. Meet “Whidbey Island Man.”5 years ago
All Over The Map: Hidden railroad artifact uncovered near Enumclaw?
An amateur history sleuth may have discovered a hundred-year-old railroad artifact hidden in the woods north of Enumclaw.5 years ago
Seattle school levy: Does ‘yes’ vote mean demolish or preserve Memorial Stadium?
Does a “yes” vote on a new Seattle school levy mean demolition or preservation of Memorial Stadium? Right now, it's unclear.5 years ago
From the KIRO Newsradio archives: The wreck of the Valencia
The Valencia was a 252’ long passenger steamer. It was on is way to Seattle when it ran aground southeast of Bamfield, B.C., on Jan. 22, 1906.5 years ago
Anakú Iwachá: Long out-of-print book of Yakama legends and stories is back once again
A long out-of-print book of legends and stories from the Yakama Nation – "Anakú Iwachá," or “The Way It Was” – is available again in a new edition.5 years ago
Celebrate ‘Spirit of ’62’ with KIRO Newsradio and MyNorthwest
In 2022, KIRO Newsradio’s Feliks Banel will present a series of stories, video, and media to mark the 60th anniversary of the 1962 Seattle World’s Fair.5 years ago
All Over The Map: Cape Disappointment 2, Visitors 0
A forgotten missionary -- Jonathan S. Green -- really wanted to visit the Pacific Northwest, and especially the Columbia River, nearly 200 years ago.5 years ago
Slim, Jim, and Jay: Revive the 30-mile Cascade Tunnel for cars and trains?
The recent snow that shut down traffic over the passes inspired a former member of Congress from Seattle to reach out to Gov. Inslee with a bold solution.5 years ago
All Over The Map: How an Auburn family stayed in touch by locomotive and dish towel
When Auburn was a serious railroad town, there was one local railroad engineer who had a unique way to let his wife know he would soon need a ride home.5 years ago
Family seeks Hall of Fame honor for long-ago UW football hero
One standout All-American figure from the UW football team’s early days is missing. Huber “Polly” Grimm's grandson is working to change that.5 years ago
All Over The Map: Who named the ‘Inland Empire?’
The nickname “Inland Empire” probably peaked in usage on maps and tourist literature decades ago, describing a region with Spokane at its center.5 years ago
Seattle’s Guild 45th owners submitted preliminary application for demolition permit in Nov. 2021
The Guild 45th's marquee and sign were removed Tuesday, but the theatre in Seattle's Wallingford neighborhood is not facing imminent demolition.5 years ago
Former Seattle mayors offer advice to Bruce Harrell on dealing with council, media, and more
We spoke with a trio of former Seattle mayors to get their advice for Bruce Harrell as he begins his first full week in office in city hall.5 years ago
All Over The Map: Is ‘box the Space Needle came in’ the oldest local dad-joke?
The Space Needle has long been a beloved part of the skyline, and the tower is even responsible for one of the region’s earliest dad jokes.5 years ago
KIRO Radio presents ‘Stocking Full of Northwest Holiday History’
KIRO Radio's Feliks Banel presents an hour-long special on Christmas Eve, looking back at favorite Northwest holiday history stories.5 years ago
All Over The Map: How’d you like to spend Christmas in Christmas Canyon?
It took a listener to uncover the origins of Thanksgiving Island, but it’s no secret where the name for Cowlitz County’s Christmas Canyon comes from.5 years ago
All Over The Map: The magic of trains during Christmas season in the Northwest
As that old Amtrak TV commercial used to say, “there’s something about a train that’s magic”– and this seems to be especially true for Christmas.5 years ago
Project aims to daylight ‘restrictive covenants’ on real estate in all Washington counties
Many current real estate documents still contain old racist language codifying restrictive covenants dating back to the mid-1900s.5 years ago
How crucial pieces of Northwest history are being preserved via Facebook
Groups concerned with local history have come to depend on Facebook perhaps more than any other type of arts or cultural organization.5 years ago
Special 50th anniversary broadcast: Infamous Northwest skyjacking
KIRO Radio presents a special broadcast called "COOPER 5-0," marking the 50th anniversary of the DB Cooper skyjacking of Nov. 24, 1971.5 years ago
