Should player be suspended for gay slur in Sounders game?
Houston Dynamo midfielder Colin Clark is the latest athlete to be caught using a homophobic slur during a game. (AP photo/John Raoux) An ugly incident at Friday’s Sounders game has become the slur heard ’round the world. Just minutes into the game, Houston Dynamo midfielder Colin Clark called a 14-year-old ball boy a “F-ing fag” […]15 years ago
Mike Daisey apologizes for lying to Ross and Burbank
After dancing around it for a week, embattled writer and performer Mike Daisey is officially apologizing for all of the fabrications in his stage show about working conditions at an Apple factory in China, in particular to Ross and Burbank.
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Why the “S” word isn’t so bad
It’s the last thing you’d expect from a presidential candidate, especially one running so strongly on values, morals and religion, but when GOP hopeful Rick Santorum uttered the “S” word at a NY Times reporter, it raised plenty of eyebrows and questions. Is it time to scratch it from the list of bad words? “It […]15 years ago
More workers standing up on the job
Standing workstations are a growing trend, and experts say there are a number of benefits for workers and employers alike.15 years ago
Seattle school plans Hunger Games field trip
A Seattle middle school is hoping to turn student obsession with the Hunger Games into a unique educational opportunity by taking them to see the eagerly anticipated film.15 years ago
Saturday school required for Tacoma high school seniors
The Tacoma School District says seniors will have to attend at least one Saturday session to make up for days missed by the teachers strike and snow.15 years ago
Police union head vehemently defends department in wake of cop stomp acquittal
The head of Seattle's Police Officers' Guild is again defending the department and accusing the city of putting politics first after a jury found a Seattle police officer not guilty in a highly- publicized stomping case.15 years ago
Pink Slime Update: QFC and Fred Meyer latest to go filler free
Another major grocery chain will no longer carry beef containing the controversial “pink slime” as the parent of QFC and Fred Meyer joins the growing list. Add QFC and Fred Meyer to the list of grocery stores pulling their “pink slime” after parent company Kroger announced it will no longer carry ground beef with the […]15 years ago
Microsoft to unveil ultimate Windows muscle car
It's a dream come true for car and computer geeks alike . Some ambitious Microsoft developers have partnered with legendary car company West Coast Customs to come up with what can only be called the 'ultimate Windows machine.
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OMG! Never miss a text again thanks to vibrating tattoo
When it comes to text messages, Ross and Burbank co-host Luke Burbank admits he exchanges dozens every day and is constantly checking to make sure he doesn’t miss one. Now, thanks to a bizarre marriage of ink and silicon, he’ll never have to worry again. Phone maker Nokia has filed a patent for a vibrating […]15 years ago
Improving on God’s work with your tax dollars: Blue trees
They look like they come from the land of the Oompah Loompah's . . . but some trees around our area are about to get a coat of blue paint.
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Going my way? New study says it makes for happier couples
A new study says couples who commute in the same direction are happier than those who go the opposite way . It sounds dubious, but it sparked an interesting conversation at the Radke dinner table.
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Is attorney John Henry Browne out of his league in Afghan slaying case?
High-profile Seattle attorney John Henry Browne has been highly visible in the press as he builds his defense of the soldier accused of killing 16 Afghan civilians. But a former Army Major raises questions about whether Browne is out of his league.15 years ago
Censored art exhibit opens in Tacoma
A controversial art exhibit censored by the Smithsonian's National Portrait Gallery is getting a warm embrace from the Tacoma Art Museum.15 years ago
Washington state comes up mostly clean in corruption study
A new study ranks Washington third in the nation when it comes to transparency and efforts to keep corruption out of government, with New Jersey surprisingly leading the pack.15 years ago
Pioneer Square plagued by potty problem
Businesses and residents in Pioneer Square are calling for more public restrooms as the number of people relieving themselves around the area continues to grow. And locals say it's not just the homeless, but people from all walks of life.15 years ago
Senators Cantwell, Murray fight to save women’s bill
Washington Senator Maria Cantwell says she's "furious" and making national news for leading the fight to save a domestic violence program from Republican opponents.15 years ago
Schools can opt out of using ‘pink slime’ in lunches, despite its defenders
State education officials say no schools in Washington state include a meat product known as "pink slime" on their menus.15 years ago
911 calls reveal terror of Seattle home invasion
While a convicted rapist broke into a Seattle home and bound six University of Washington students at knife point, two others were able to call 911 for help. The 911 calls have been released.15 years ago
Jay Inslee defends resignation from Congress for governor run
Washington Democrat Jay Inslee insists his resignation from Congress gives him the best opportunity to serve the state, despite mounting criticism.15 years ago
New iPad on sale Friday, but is old iPad a better buy?
While techies will rush to buy Apple's newest iPad when it goes on sale Friday, some experts say an older iPad is a better buy for many people.15 years ago
Burke-Gilman trail finally reopening
After an eight month overhaul, the busiest stretch of the Burke-Gilman trail north of Seattle is finally back in business.15 years ago
Controversy grows over use of “Homeless Hotspots”
Controversy is growing at the SXSW festival in Austin after an ad agency employed some homeless people as wireless "hotspots" to provide Internet access to attendees. But the idea is getting a big thumbs up from several 97.3 KIRO FM hosts.15 years ago
