McGinn: Is safety really a priority on Seattle streets?
Transportation departments often say that safety is their top priority. Former Seattle Mayor Mike McGinn argues that's not always true.11 years ago
Curley: It could have been any of us on the Aurora Bridge
It's tough to relate to an event where more than 700 people are killed, when it happens in Saudi Arabia. While clearly devastating, the personal connection for some just isn't there.11 years ago
Former ‘Duck’ driver says company focus is safety
The amphibious Ride the Ducks vehicles in Seattle are made of modern parts and are checked at least twice a day, so a malfunction that resulted in four fatalities is hard to imagine.11 years ago
Expedia should consider trebuchet to launch workers to Seattle
Expedia is willing to pay its employees up to $1,500 each for their commute to Seattle, once the company moves from Bellevue.11 years ago
Aurora Bridge crash has ‘new’ aspects for safety board team to study
The four people killed when a charter bus and Ride the Ducks vehicle collided were students from North Seattle College.11 years ago
Moot efforts by Seattle City Council if rent prices begin to fall
A debate over whether or not Seattle should control rent may have been for naught if a new survey is accurate, and landlords might soon be sweating over their investments.11 years ago
Taxpayers suffer for Chinese president’s visit
What might be worse than the actual traffic problems Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit has created, is the fact that, as far as we know, there isn't anyone fighting for the taxpayers.11 years ago
Move over Columbia Center, a new skyscraper could be coming to town
Enjoy the views from the Columbia Center while you can, because it could be permanently blocked.11 years ago
Atrocities by the public prove Seattle police need more body cams
Police body-cameras are not just a good idea, they are downright necessary, KIRO Radio's Don O'Neill believes.11 years ago
WSDOT caught off guard by rain after incredible summer
The additional closures of I-405 are absurd, KIRO Radio's Dori Monson says. Think about the incredible summer we've had in the Pacific Northwest.11 years ago
Marshawn Lynch tells autograph-seeking teens to ‘back up off me’
Apparently Marshawn Lynch has a similar disdain for teenagers seeking autographs as he does for reporters looking for quotes.11 years ago
Phoenix Jones helps stop murder, rails against Black Lives Matter
When Seattle police approached a suspect with their guns drawn over the weekend, it wasn't a random.11 years ago
Brace yourself for The Seattle Public Library name change
The Seattle Public Library is considering something so drastic that an outside consultant had to be hired to help.11 years ago
Aaron Rodgers takes jab at Russell Wilson, thanks God
Aaron Rodgers did his best Russell Wilson impersonation after handing the Seahawks a 27-17 loss.11 years ago
Vegans’ beef over Bellevue butcher shop turns vitriolic
Golden Steer Choice Meats' page had a five-star rating and about 77 "likes" when owner John Dick went to bed. The next morning, the store's rating was down and some stark criticism soon followed.11 years ago
SDOT: Stay home or telecommute during Chinese president’s visit
Puget Sound drivers can expect worse-than-usual traffic congestion next week when Chinese President Xi Jinping is visiting.11 years ago
Green River killer heading back to Washington State Penitentiary
Gary Ridgway is on his way back to Washington.11 years ago
Seattle needs to buck up and do what big cities do
Seattle needs to start taking more chances if it wants to grow up.11 years ago
‘Shocking’ number of arrests for ‘serious’ Seattle drug dealers
Some people's records give some insight into the revolving door of the justice system.11 years ago
Two Seattle bank robberies occur within minutes of each other
Two separate bank robberies have Seattle police scrambling to find the suspects.11 years ago
Is Kshama Sawant pushing rent control for political gain?
It may seem like a worthy cause, but the only reason at least one Seattle City Council member is pushing for rent control is for her own political reasons, according to her colleague.11 years ago
Latest Seattle bust could be 26th for some suspects
Months of undercover work by the Seattle Police Department is paying off.11 years ago
OK to smoke marijuana, but not bet on fantasy sports?
Washington is one of few states that does not allow online gambling and it's all because of politicians.11 years ago
