Mystery photo album discovered at Seattle estate sale
A Seattle man purchased an old photo album years ago at an estate sale and stashed it away. Now, local historians are excited about the rare images inside.5 years ago
All Over The Map: Aplets Way and other Northwest ‘Brand-Name Streets’
The Aplets & Cotlets factory in Cashmere may be gone soon, but two roads in the Chelan County town that were named after the candies are probably here to stay.5 years ago
Classic ‘Pacific Graveyard’ shipwrecks reimagined for the digital era
The entrance to the Columbia River is a notorious spot that saw many shipwrecks and claimed quite a few lives, particularly in the 19th and 20th centuries.5 years ago
Washington’s iconic Aplets and Cotlets candy factory to shut down later this year
Aplets & Cotlets, a strongly flavored fruit candy, have been a Northwest fixture for decades. But now, they’re going away forever.5 years ago
All Over The Map: Work begins to reconnect Beverly Bridge to past and future
Work has just gotten underway to make the historic Beverly Bridge, a railroad bridge across the Columbia River, safe for hikers, bikers, and equestrians.5 years ago
Bipartisan coalition pens letter calling for end to effort to close Seattle National Archives
Lawmakers from Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Alaska sent a letter asking the federal government to give up its effort to sell the Seattle branch of the National Archives.5 years ago
Art Langlie weighs grandfather’s legacy and a run for Seattle mayor
Art Langlie has has some serious history on his political resumé – his grandfather was mayor -- and then governor -- 80 years ago.5 years ago
All Over The Map: How Grant, Grays Harbor, and Island counties were named
We're exploring how Grant, Grays Harbor, and Island counties were named, in our fifth installment of our County Countdown KIRO Radio series.5 years ago
Seattle neon fanatic seeks home for his collection of signs
Bob Kaufman has spent decades putting together a sizeable collection of signs and other neon artifacts. Now, that collection faces an uncertain future.5 years ago
Navy artifact uncovered at Seattle’s Magnuson Park
An artifact discovered at Seattle’s Magnuson Park is a reminder of the old Navy base at Sand Point, and the role of a unique building that still stands.5 years ago
All Over The Map: Vanished shipyards connect Pacific Northwest and Boston
Thousands of miles from the Pacific Northwest, a river near Boston was once home to bustling shipyards with a direct connection to the Columbia River.6 years ago
Can Seattle help create the ‘National Archives for the 22nd Century’?
Now that a judge granted a preliminary injunction, putting a stop to the sale of the National Archives in Seattle, could there be re-imagining of the space?6 years ago
All Over The Map: Street named for Nora Hendrix, Jimi’s grandma
Nora Hendrix – grandmother of Jimi Hendrix – will have a new street named in her honor in Vancouver, B.C. But some aren't happy with the naming process.6 years ago
With time running out for the Legislature, Gov. Inslee voices support for Patches Pal plate
The state Legislature must decide whether or not to approve a J.P. Patches and Gertrude specialty license plate. Patches Pals are voicing their support.6 years ago
Northwest Avalanche Center’s 1970s origins
The Northwest Avalanche Center is a forecasting and public education partnership with roots back to the 1970s, in what began as a modest operation.6 years ago
All Over The Map: What happened to the ‘phantom islands’ of the San Juans?
How did a pair of so-called "phantom islands" appear in early maps of the San Juan Islands? The origins can be traced back to a Navy lieutenant and his team.6 years ago
All Over The Map: Iconic Renslow Trestle over I-90 set to open to public in March
A familiar sight for cross-state I-90 drivers – and a relic of Northwest railroad history – will soon open to hikers and other non-motorized users of a popular trail.6 years ago
How a lame duck president signed Washington Territory’s birth certificate on Inauguration Eve
It was just two days before the presidential inauguration of Franklin Pierce, when lame duck President Millard Fillmore signed the legislation creating the Washington Territory.6 years ago
US Navy formally notifies families about long-lost Seattle plane
The families of two lost Naval aviators have received notice from the U.S. Navy about the likely whereabouts of the men and their SNJ-5 trainer aircraft.6 years ago
All Over The Map: The surprising number of Washington towns inspired by first names
The list of various Washington towns, cities, and counties inspired by someone's first name is a long one. Here's the definitive rundown.6 years ago
Can history and civics ‘inoculate’ society against demagogues?
Is it possible for knowledge to “inoculate” society to make citizens better informed, and less likely to radicalize and become insurrectionists?6 years ago
Saving Seattle’s National Archives will take a team effort
The effort to prevent the priceless federal records stored at Seattle's National Archives from leaving the Washington has progressed on two distinct tracks.6 years ago
All Over The Map: Ghosts of Seattle’s long-forgotten Stone Avenue Bridge
Though nobody remembers it now, the late, great Stone Avenue Bridge carried wagons, cars, pedestrians, and streetcars across Lake Union for years.6 years ago
