Lack of snow forces Summit at Snoqualmie to shut down entirely
After doing all it can to keep at least some runs open despite one of the worst snow years in decades, the Summit at Snoqualmie is throwing in the towel and shutting down completely.12 years ago
Do you know where your Valentine’s flowers are from? Seattle expert pushes American grown
While many of us will buy flowers for our Valentine's this week, few of us have any idea most come from out of the country. But a growing movement aims to change that.12 years ago
Seattle parks users complain about winter bathroom closures
Some Seattle parks users says the city is being short-sighted by closing outdoor bathrooms during the winter because many parks remain heavily used year-round.12 years ago
Need help with your taxes? Seattle library, others offer free assistance
It's tax time, and if you need help keeping the IRS at bay, the best place to turn just might be the Seattle Public Library.12 years ago
Pilot OK after small plane makes emergency landing along Hood Canal
A small plane made a crash landing on a beach of Hood Canal Tuesday afternoon, but the pilot came out of it OK, according to the Mason County Sheriff's Department.12 years ago
Seattle police chief says crackdown on cops’ social media posts needed
Seattle police chief Kathleen O'Toole has now placed a second officer on paid leave over social media posts she says have been "called into question."12 years ago
Bertha could soon start spinning again beneath Seattle
Bertha could soon start drilling again after more than a year idle beneath the Seattle waterfront. It won't be far, but it's a critical next step in the oft-delayed Seattle tunnel project.12 years ago
Sex workers speak out against proposed anti-prostitution bills in Olympia
While the Washington state legislature considers several bills aimed at curbing prostitution by targeting people who patronize prostitutes, local sex workers have come together to combat the effort.12 years ago
Video: Brazen prowler hits car while victim pumps gas feet away
The Olympia Police Department is trying to track down a brazen thief who broke into a truck in broad daylight while the truck's owner pumped gas on the other side.12 years ago
GOP cites Pete Carroll’s Super Bowl call in mail criticizing Democrats
Pete Carroll's ill-fated decision to pass from the one-yard line in the Super Bowl has now transcended politics, with the National Republican Congressional Committee using it in an attack on its Democratic counterparts.12 years ago
Former Seahawks’ player charged with wage theft, defrauding state
In only the second case of its kind ever brought by the state, Washington Attorney General Bob Ferguson has filed wage theft and fraud charges against former Seahawks defensive lineman Sam Adams and his partner.12 years ago
Battle over e-cigarette restrictions lighting up in state Legislature
Should electronic cigarettes be treated the same as tobacco, even though they're tobacco free? The state's growing electronic cigarette industry and users have launched a major counter-offensive to block legislation that would significantly raise taxes and limit flavors and sales of the popular cigarette alternative.12 years ago
Award-winning SeaTac elementary teacher charged with child rape
A SeaTac elementary school teacher once honored as one of the best instructors in the state has been charged with child rape after allegedly having sex with a former student who lived in her home.12 years ago
Detectives seek missing 16-year-old girls in Snohomish
Two 16-year-old Snohomish girls are missing and considered endangered, and the Snohomish County Sheriff's Department is pleading for the public's help to find them.12 years ago
Obit: ‘We blame the Seahawks lousy play call for Mike’s untimely demise’
You thought you took the Seahawks stunning Super Bowl loss hard? One family says it killed a beloved Kent businessman, albeit with their tongues firmly in cheek.12 years ago
Family of ailing child hoping for thousands of birthday cards for special celebration
As Bubby Everson's parents plan his 9th birthday celebration, they're faced with the sobering reality it could very well be the last for the ailing youngster. But rather than showering him with gifts, they're hoping to give something much simpler: a whole bunch of mail.12 years ago
Lawmaker pushes new measure to reduce sex offenders released into Pierce County
When convicted sex offenders are released from the Special Commitment Center on McNeil Island, many stay in Pierce County. But a proposed new law being considered by the legislature would change that.12 years ago
Children found abandoned amid feces, padlocked in Lake Stevens home
A Lake Stevens couple has been arrested after police discovered their three young children abandoned and padlocked inside their own home in what police call "deplorable conditions."12 years ago
Golf club-carrying protesters to complete walk of Seattle man arrested for ‘walking while black’
The Seattle man arrested in a highly publicized encounter with police for walking with a golf club never finished his planned stroll that day, so protesters with golf clubs plan to take over Capitol Hill this weekend to finish his walk.12 years ago
Puns abound after Seattle cops catch robber stashing loot where sun doesn’t shine
The jokes are flying after Seattle police caught a gas station robber hiding the loot in a place where the sun doesn't shine.12 years ago
Want your home value to soar? Buy near a Starbucks
If you're looking to invest in a new home that will appreciate in value the most, make sure there's a Starbucks nearby.12 years ago
Is it time to eliminate daylight saving time?
Daylight saving time has been around since World War I to conserve energy, but these days it seems to serve little practical purpose. So why not get simply get rid off it? If Washington state Rep. Elizabeth Scott (R-Monroe) had her way, she would.12 years ago
Veteran pleads for return of cherished 60-year-old photo of wife
A University Place man is pleading for the return of a cherished photo of his wife he's carried with him for more than 60 years.12 years ago