New bill would study pollution in neighborhoods near airports like Sea-Tac
People living near airports often have to contend with noise pollution issues, but On this Earth Day a new bill from Washington Democrat senator Adam Smith put the focus on potential air pollution.8 years ago
Woman raped in Ballard dealership bathroom calls for new leadership
A woman raped at a Ballard car dealership by a man living in a homeless encampment spoke out Monday, in a video produced by local journalist and former council candidate Chris Rufo.8 years ago
Seattle Fire responds to Rainier Ave S gas leak, homes evacuated
Seattle Fire Department responders are at the scene a suspected natural gas leak in a home in the 10300 block of Rainier Avenue South.8 years ago
Alaskan Way Viaduct demolition hits delays in central core
The demolition of the Alaskan Way Viaduct is taking longer than expected, with at least "a couple weeks" of delays expected for the central section of the now-closed roadway.8 years ago
All clear on WB 520 bridge following collision
All lanes in the westbound direction of the SR 520 bridge just west of Evergreen Point Road are blocked, following a collision Monday.8 years ago
State lawmaker will accept invite to shadow nurse after ‘playing cards’ comment
Senator Maureen Walsh says she has learned of a petition urging her to spend a day shadowing a nurse on a 12-hour shift.8 years ago
WSP arrests 32 drivers during 4/20 emphasis patrols
Washington State Patrol arrested almost three-dozen drivers for suspected impairment over the weekend, during emphasized patrols deployed for 4/20.8 years ago
Minor parties play the wild card
The five presidential elections of the 21st Century have established a clear pattern of close battles between evenly matched parties-- a pattern charismatic candidates and billions in spending can’t seem to break.8 years ago
Dog parking? High-tech, rentable dog houses coming to Seattle
These aren't the dog houses of your childhood. They're equipped with heat and air conditioning, secure access, auto-sanitizing UV lights, and even feature a puppy cam, so you check in your dog during the 15 minutes or so that you're apart.8 years ago
Rep. Heck on Mueller Report: This ‘isn’t over by a long, long shot’
Washington Congressmember Denny Heck says that despite the Mueller Report's release, there is more work ahead for Congress and the issues surrounding Russian interference in the 2016 election are not settled.8 years ago
Brother of slain deputy says his death was a consequence of ignoring immigration laws
One month after the death of Deputy Ryan Thompson at the hands of an illegal immigrant, Aaron Thompson explains why he feels sanctuary policy contributed to his brother's murder.8 years ago
Seattle City Attorney takes over investigation into power pole collapse
The Seattle Times reported Thursday that the City Attorney's Office will be assuming control over an investigation into the collapse of 26 power poles in Tukwila in early April.8 years ago
Washington politicians respond to release of Mueller Report
After a redacted version of the Mueller Report was released Thursday, politicians from Washington state responded with skepticism and relief.8 years ago
Seattle dislikes biking in the rain, but shuns bikeshares in the snow
If Seattle residents don't like biking in the rain, then they really don't like the snow. That's one takeaway from a recent bikeshare report on snowy February 2019.8 years ago
Report: KeyArena delays reopening, needs millions more
KeyArena's grand reopening has been delayed yet again, threatening the start of the Seattle Storm's 2021 basketball season, and potentially costing taxpayers hundreds of thousands of dollars.8 years ago
Controversial data privacy bill dies in Olympia
A controversial bill related to data privacy and facial recognition technology failed to make a key deadline in the Washington State Legislature Wednesday, and at least for now, is dead.8 years ago
Seattle City Council votes to add $5.8 million to library levy
A $213 million library levy that -- among other measures -- would eliminate overdue library fines, was amended by Seattle City Council Wednesday to include an additional $5.8 million.8 years ago
Washington state gas prices continue to climb
Predictions that Washington state's gas prices would peak between April and May have proven prophetic, with rates climbing well above averages for both last month and last year.8 years ago
Nine candidates speak out at District 7 forum in Seattle
A total of nine candidates will attend a council candidate forum for Seattle's District 7 on April 17. The field includes a few notable names from activists to former SPD officers.8 years ago
Shuttle service to light rail launches in South Seattle, Tukwila
In an effort to increase connectivity to public transportation, Seattle area officials are launching an on-demand shuttle service to carry more people to Sound Transit trains in southeast Seattle and Tukwila.8 years ago
Mayor Durkan responds to allegations of ‘toxic’ work environment
Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan responded Wednesday to a Crosscut report, alleging a toxic work environment in her office.8 years ago
UW researchers developing permanent flu vaccine score $45M donation
Researchers at the University of Washington recently received a $45 million dollar donation, and hope to apply part of it to the development of a permanent flu vaccine.8 years ago
Report: Amazon gives $200K to Seattle political committee
Amazon has donated hundreds of thousands of dollars to a local PAC, sponsored by the Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce, which could help fund candidates for city council.8 years ago
