Electronics from a vending machine?
Now that we are used to getting DVD's out of a vending machine, Seattle-based Coinstar is ready to expand their business model again.14 years ago
Interpretation of new liquor law confusing to bars, restaurants
The Washington Restaurant Association is not happy with how the Liquor Control Board is interpreting Initiative 1183, the voter approved plan to get the state out of the business of selling booze.14 years ago
Why liability waivers are worthless
When you sign your kid up for sports, you're probably expecting to see that little piece of paper that says you agree not to sue if your child is accidentally hurt. It turns out those pieces of paper are pretty much worthless.14 years ago
Occupy Seattle set to music: The Seattle Labor Chorus
The 41st annual Northwest Folklife Festival will take over Seattle Center this weekend. Dozens of performance acts, art exhibits and discussion groups will focus largely on labor and social justice.15 years ago
WSDOT says it wasn’t their workers drinking on the job
Hidden cameras caught several contracted employees working on one of the priciest transportation projects in the state drinking on the job.15 years ago
Charter school backers want measure on November ballot
Washington voters have rejected charter schools three times, but backers are ready to try again. The paperwork has been filed with the state to start the petition process. They need 241,000 valid signatures by July 6th for the measure to get on the November ballot.15 years ago
A new plan to cut down on emergency room ‘frequent flyers’
When members of the Legislature proposed limiting the number of emergency room visits medicare would pay for each year, there was a public uproar. Still, many state lawmakers say cutting health care costs and pricey visits to the ER is a great place to start.15 years ago
Celebrating Armed Services Day
In celebration of Armed Services day on Saturday, military personnel and their dependents can check out any of our national parks for free.15 years ago
Democrats start a big battle over a short term
A local Democrat has ruffled some major feathers at party headquarters.15 years ago
Another lawsuit for Bellevue indoor trampoline center
Another lawsuit has been filed against Sky High Sports in Bellevue. A boy jumping into a foam pit allegedly hit a pipe and fractured his skull.15 years ago
Companies can’t find qualified applicants; who’s to blame for job skills gap?
Many companies are saying they cannot find qualified applicants. But there are those who say schools, and even the employers themselves, may be at least partly to blame.15 years ago
Crowd funding warning from Washington and the SEC
It hasn't even gone into effect yet, and the state and the Securities and Exchange Commission are already issuing warnings about one provision of the president's new JOBS Act. A portion of the legislation recently signed lets average Americans become venture capitalists by creating new rules on "crowd funding."15 years ago
Summer temps but snow still in store for hikers
A hiker missing since Wednesday in the Olympic National Park has been rescued.15 years ago
Technology leading to more preemies in the U.S.
A new analysis led by Seattle Children's Hospital shows the rate of pre-term babies born in the U.S. is higher than the world-wide average. It is even worse than many undeveloped countries.15 years ago
Colleges guiding students to a major, not a career
More than half of recent college graduates are not working full time. Most of those who are, are not working in their chosen field.15 years ago
More houses selling in Washington, but prices still down
According to a new report from the University of Washington's Runstad Center for Real Estate Studies, the state saw an 11.3 percent increase in the number of homes sold in the first quarter of 201215 years ago
Early bloomers: Little girls in women’s bodies
It's hard enough talking to a 12-year-old about the birds and the bees, but more and more these days parents are finding themselves in the middle of that conversation with daughters in first and second grade.15 years ago
Donations slow at new Everett breast milk depot
You might be a blood donor, or maybe you have given bone marrow or an organ. They are all selfless acts that can help save lives. But for some reason, the idea of donating breast milk is bringing with it a lot of trepidation.15 years ago
Meet Washington’s bear dog enforcers
Rather than spend man time and resources relocating bears, the Washington state Department of Fish and Wildlife is using Korelian Bear Dogs to haze the animals in hopes of scaring them away.15 years ago
Federal Way police search for missing autistic teen
It has been three days since Jennifer Duncan last saw her 16-year-old son, Nathan.15 years ago
Barefoot Bandit’s attorney upset with client’s treatment in prison
Colton Harris-Moore, the youthful thief known as the "Barefoot Bandit," is being held in solitary confinement at a Washington state prison, and his lawyer is upset with how he is being treated.15 years ago
Liquor store closings may mean great wine deals
Do you drink a glass of wine with you dinner or for your health? Now might be the time to stock up.15 years ago
Counting sheep: Raise math scores at bedtime
A story at bedtime. A lullaby to help you fall asleep. It's an idea we have all grown up with, but one forward-thinking mom would like you to consider a new way of getting your little one to calm down for the night: with a math problem15 years ago
