Social media giving Mariners fans a voice the team pays attention to
Being a social media manager for the Seattle Mariners means a lot more than just tweeting.11 years ago
From a Seattle seed, Sasquatch! blossoms into one of nation’s top music festivals
What began as a bit of a lark for a veteran Seattle music promoter has become one of the biggest events in the west, and a harbinger of a major shift in the music business.11 years ago
Olympia police say transparency is keeping protests peaceful
While tensions remain high in Olympia following this week's police shooting of two unarmed black men suspected of shoplifting, there's been no violence.11 years ago
Report warns ports, maritime industry at high risk for cyber attacks
The Port of Seattle has far more to worry about these days than just the dispute over Shell's Arctic drilling fleet. A new report finds that the entire maritime industry is woefully unprepared for a cyber attack11 years ago
Washington State Patrol facing severe trooper shortage
The help wanted sign is out at the Washington State Patrol, but there just aren't enough qualified candidates answering the call.11 years ago
Shell Arctic oil fleet coming to town in direct defiance of Seattle mayor
Shell Oil's Arctic drilling fleet will come to Seattle soon despite Mayor Ed Murray's efforts to block it.11 years ago
Does Boeing owe more for Washington tax breaks?
What is it with Oklahoma City? First the Sonics, then Woodland Park Zoo elephants, now about 900 Boeing jobs are reportedly moving there.11 years ago
Trial by fire turns into dream job for Mariners photographer
Ben VanHouten is the guy on the field or in the stands with several cameras draped around his neck.11 years ago
Battle over Navy jet noise on Whidbey Island pits neighbor against neighbor
Imagine the Blue Angels flying over your house all day and night. That's what it's like for some homes on Whidbey Island, who are fighting the Navy over the noise which they claim is getting louder and even making them sick.11 years ago
The Sodfather keeps Safeco Field in pristine shape rain or shine
Safeco Field head groundskeeper Bob Christofferson has kept the turf and dirt in pristine condition for 16 seasons, and has no plans to stop any time soon.11 years ago
Father vows fight for justice after sentencing in Molly Conley shooting death
Erick Walker will learn his fate Tuesday as a Snohomish County judge sentences him for the shooting death of 15-year-old Molly Conley.11 years ago
More dogs showing up to emergency veterinarian offices high on marijuana
Since the legalization of marijuana in Washington and Colorado, far more pets are showing up at animal emergency rooms after getting into their owners' pot products. It's no laughing matter -- exposure to THC can make pets sick or even kill them.11 years ago
Software developer says Comcast mistake might cost him his home
When software developer Seth Morabito decided to move from the Bay Area to Seattle, he had one absolute deal breaker. His new home had to have good, solid, dependable broadband for his work.11 years ago
No change? No problem as homeless newspaper launches first-of-its kind digital sales
For years, hundreds of homeless and low-income vendors have relied on selling the Real Change newspaper to survive. And now it's becoming the first in the nation to allow people to buy it with the swipe of a smartphone.11 years ago
Bellevue neighbors vow to fight new PSE power line
Some neighbors in Bellevue are making a last-ditch effort to try and stop the city from allowing Puget Sound Energy to install new power lines in the Lake Hills and Phantom Lake neighborhoods.11 years ago
Neighbors nervous, annoyed over squatters in abandoned Seattle home
From drug dealing to fighting, squatters who've taken over an abandoned Seattle house have created a nightmare for neighbors.11 years ago
Woodland Park Zoo staff makes final preparations for elephant move
While opponents of Woodland Park Zoo's plans to move its two remaining elephants to Oklahoma have lost another legal challenge, zoo staff are making final plans for their 2,500 mile journey.11 years ago
Expedia’s Seattle move prompts concerns about congestion, commuting
Thursday's announcement that Expedia would move its headquarters from Bellevue to Seattle is raising plenty of questions about the impact on traffic and commuting.11 years ago
King County vows major changes to locking troubled kids up in juvenile detention
While African American youth make up just 10 percent of the young people in King County, they represent 50 percent of the juvenile detainees. County leaders say they are taking significant steps to change what Executive Dow Constantine calls "unacceptable" racial disparity.11 years ago
Sound Transit trying to convince Legislature to allow $15B ballot measure
Sound Transit hopes area voters will approve a new $15 billion tax package next year. But the agency can't even ask until the Legislature gives its approval, and so far, there's plenty of resistance.12 years ago
Washington senator calls on auditor Troy Kelley to testify about federal probe
The chairman of the Senate Accountability and Reform Committee is calling on state Auditor Troy Kelley to testify about a federal criminal investigation into his business dealings.12 years ago
Lake Stevens family says system failed them, addicted teen spiraling out of control
A Lake Stevens couple says their lives have been a living hell the past few years, and everyone from police to mental health providers have failed to provide the support they need to deal with their disturbed son.12 years ago
Man pepper sprayed at Westlake Center suing security guard
A Seattle man pepper sprayed, handcuffed and detained by a Westlake Center security guard as he walked past a protest outside the mall is now suing the guard and his company for what his lawyer argues was illegal and unnecessary.12 years ago
