State says goodbye to the old 520 floating bridge
There won't be much time for a farewell of the old 520 floating bridge once the new one opens Monday. But should we let nature do the job for us?10 years ago
Tom and Curley discover the true reason for political parties
The likelyhood that a research vessel will not be named "RRS Boaty McBoatface" has some constituents of the British government in an uproar.10 years ago
Magnitude-2.2 earthquake recorded in Auburn
The Pacific Northwest Seismic Network reports a magnitude-2.2 earthquake shook near Auburn Friday morning.10 years ago
An estimated 2,000 Seattle homes could be connected to lead fittings
There could be as many as 2,000 households in Seattle that are being fed water from galvanized pipes with lead fittings similar to those believed to be contributing to Tacoma's water problem.10 years ago
YIMBY says part of homeless problem could lie with building regulations
A Seattle YIMBY (yes in my backyard) says at least part of the city's homeless problem may stem from zoning regulations.10 years ago
Major waterfront project for Port of Everett sees signs of new life
The Port of Everett submitted a Request for Qualifications for a hotel developer to build on its 65-acre waterfront lot and ground lease its "shovel-ready" site.10 years ago
Construction on UW Animal Research facility ‘well underway’
The University of Washington is getting a new building to house more mice, monkeys, and rabbits.10 years ago
Maybe cutting general traffic from busy Seattle roadway isn’t so far-fetched
Former Mayor Mike McGinn recently pitched the idea of completely cutting off a stretch of Seattle arterial roadway to general traffic.10 years ago
Chapter for iconic Capitol Hill writers site coming to an end
A page is turning for a staple in Seattle's literary history.10 years ago
Lines at Sea-Tac Airport no longer a warning but a reality
It has been easy to ignore the warnings in the past, but doing so now could come back to bite travelers at Sea-Tac Airport.10 years ago
REI reveals plans that could move headquarters to Bellevue
There's nothing under construction quite yet, but the latest plans by REI show the outdoor giant is preparing for a future move to Bellevue.10 years ago
What made Wednesday the ‘worst commute’ of 2016
The worst commute of 2016 can be attributed to several crashes that culminated into a perfect storm of traffic jams around Seattle.11 years ago
What made Wednesday the ‘worst commute’ of 2016
The worst commute of 2016 can be attributed to several crashes that culminated into a perfect storm of traffic jams around Seattle.11 years ago
Uncovering the buried legacies of Lewis and Clark
While most people think of Oregon's Fort Clatsop as the final destination of Lewis and Clark and the Corps of Discovery back in 1805, at least one Northwest historian and author disagrees with this interpretation.11 years ago
Record-setting winter delays anticipated project in Tacoma
Tacoma families can thank the incredibly wet winter for the school district unable to fulfill its promise.11 years ago
WSDOT: Drivers won’t know of Clinton-related road closures until they happen
Hillary Clinton is on her way to Washington where she will discuss her plans to "break down barriers" ahead of the state's caucus.11 years ago
After attacks in Brussels, University of Washington accounting for students
The deadly attacks in Brussels have University of Washington staff trying to account for students, staff and faculty in Belgium.11 years ago
Western Washington students want to form college focused on defeating white supremacy
Two students who are helping form a new college aimed at social justice told KIRO Radio's Dave Ross the "system of whiteness is the problem."11 years ago
Ross: State should experiment with no I-405 tolls during the week
If the I-405 toll lanes are aimed at relieving congestion, and truly have nothing to do with revenue, KIRO Radio's Dave Ross suggests the state turns the tolls off during the work week to see if it cuts down on commute times.11 years ago
Ill-timed construction in Seattle forcing drivers into ‘buzzsaw’
Nearly round-the-clock lane closures in Seattle during peak commuting hours are helping the city live up to its reputation.11 years ago
Former Fran’s Chocolates headquarters could be bulldozed
The former Fran's Chocolate headquarters in Capitol Hill could be replaced by a mixed-use apartment and commercial building.11 years ago
Thunderstorms could follow deadly windstorm that left thousands in the dark
Thousands are in the dark after the deadly windstorm that blew through the Puget Sound region Sunday. Check school closings and alerts Puget Sound Energy reports 40,263 customers without power. There are 9,900 Snohomish County PUD customers without power; and 5,317 Seattle City Light customers in the dark. Seattle City Light outage map Snohomish County […]11 years ago
Rollover crash in West Seattle leaves one man in serious condition
Two people were transported to Harborview Medical Center after a rollover crash near West Marginal Way Southwest in West Seattle. KIRO 7 reports at two cars were involved in the crash at 7 a.m. A 21-year-old man was transported Harborview with serious injuries. A 19-year-old woman received minor injuries. West Marginal Way was cleared by […]11 years ago
