Grand opening of Amazon Spheres Monday
Amazon will hold a grand opening ceremony Monday at its long-awaited Spheres in downtown Seattle.9 years ago
Drone video: Expanding cracks, slow-moving landslide on Rattlesnake Ridge
Washington Department of Natural Resources released new drone video that gave a new look into the hillside.9 years ago
Lawmakers consider repealing state ban on affirmative action
On Friday, lawmakers will gather to consider repealing the state’s ban on affirmative action. Affirmative action policies focus on ensuring equal employment and education opportunities for groups such as women and minorities, including those who were subject to illegal discrimination.9 years ago
Iconic local filmmaker Warren Miller dies
The family of Warren A. Miller confirmed that the iconic filmmaker had passed away peacefully at his home. The following is a statement released by his family: “Warren A. Miller, the iconic and beloved filmmaker who introduced generations to the thrills and freedom of skiing and outdoor adventures, passed away at the age of 93 […]9 years ago
Man badly burned when propane tanks explode at Monroe homeless camp
At least one person was injured in a propane tank explosion and fire in Monroe Wednesday morning.9 years ago
Fire chief: 7.9 magnitude Alaska earthquake went on for more than 1 minute
A tsunami watch that was in effect for the Washington coast after a 7.9 magnitude earthquake off the coast of Alaska was canceled.9 years ago
‘Huge increases’ in Washington meth overdose deaths
A study by UW helps Washington state build a plan for dealing with an opioid crisis, but also reveals surprising statistics that have nothing to do with opioids.9 years ago
Neighborhood groups sue over Montlake traffic plan for 520 construction
The work scheduled to begin late this year on the next phase of rebuilding State Route 520 will open a long period of construction.9 years ago
Reward offered for info after young eagle shot, killed near Monroe
The search is on for whoever shot and killed a bald eagle in Snohomish County Wednesday. The young bald eagle died overnight and x-rays show a bullet still lodged in its belly.9 years ago
Pay-by-mile gas tax pilot to begin in 2 weeks
State Transportation officials say a pay-by-mile gas tax pilot will start for volunteers in two weeks.9 years ago
Alaska Airlines announces destinations for new service from Paine Field
Alaska Airlines has announced the destinations for its daily service out of Everett’s Paine Field.9 years ago
Law banning nuclear disaster planning could be overturned
A 34-year-old Washington state law banning any preparation for a nuclear attack could be overturned within the next few weeks.9 years ago
Death investigation shuts down part of Seattle’s Lake City Way
Seattle police are investigating a death in Seattle’s Lake City neighborhood that has shut down a portion of Seattle's busy Lake City Way Northeast at Northeast 107th.9 years ago
Details of MLK march in downtown Seattle
The annual MLK Day Celebration in Seattle starts at Garfield High School Monday morning followed by a march into downtown Seattle afternoon.9 years ago
State bill would ban practicing gay conversion therapy
A bill to ban gay conversion therapy for minors in Washington was introduced in the state Senate Health Committee on Thursday.9 years ago
Bikeshare employees complain of poor working conditions
You've probably seen the yellow ofo bikes. There are 4,000 of them in Seattle. Now, some workers at the bike sharing company are complaining that their working conditions are not safe.9 years ago
King County: ‘Syringes can be found nearly anywhere in parks’
King County's lawsuit against Purdue Pharma notes the dire situation in Western Washington parks where syringes are found in nearly every corner.9 years ago
Gov. Inslee takes first tour of landslide area south of Yakima
Governor Inslee and Public Lands Commissioner Hilary Franz took pains to say that the Rattlesnake Ridge landslide is very different from the deadly Oso landslide.9 years ago
Is ‘Smells Like Teen Spirit’ better as a bubblegum pop song?
A five-member Texas band called Sleep Good auto-tuned “Smells Like Teen Spirit” into a major key.9 years ago
Officials keeping watch on potential landslide in Yakima County
Officials in Yakima County are keeping a wary eye on a slow-moving landslide on Rattlesnake Ridge.9 years ago
Homes vandalized with graffiti in Seattle’s Madison Valley
New Year's Day produced a range of offensive graffiti and vandalism on homes throughout Seattle's Madison Valley neighborhood.9 years ago
Flu now widespread in Washington state
The flu is now considered to be widespread in Washington state.9 years ago
Stanwood armed robbers hit two stores in less than an hour
Police in Stanwood released surveillance footage of two armed robbery suspects who hit two stores overnight.9 years ago
