Lawmakers want to stop you from tattooing your eyeballs
Washington lawmakers are aiming to ban scleral tattoos -- tattooing the white part of an eyeball -- in the state. But one tattoo artist says it's not a common practice.8 years ago
Daylight Saving Time bill: ‘Send it to the voters,’ says state senator
There is momentum in the Washington state Legislature, Oregon, and California to commit to staying on Daylight Saving time all year round. If approved, it will be no more falling back, and springing forward.8 years ago
Washington bill raising tobacco sales age to 21 passes in House
On Tuesday the Washington House of Representatives passed House Bill 1074, raising the age of sale for all tobacco and vapor products from 18 to 21.8 years ago
Report: FAA gives Paine Field go-ahead for commercial flights in March
According to the Herald, the Federal Aviation Administration has given the go-ahead for Alaska Airlines to begin flights out of Paine Field on March 4, and United Airlines on March 31.8 years ago
Mayor Durkan signs executive order for affordable housing
Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan signed an executive order Wednesday in an effort to create more affordable housing, and protect long-term residents from being displaced.8 years ago
Matt Shea introduces bill to repeal I-1639 gun measure
Republican State Rep. Matt Shea introduced a bill Tuesday that would repeal the myriad gun restrictions laid out in I-1639.8 years ago
‘Cold’: Josh Powell’s brother, Michael Powell, lied under oath
Michael Powell failed to disclose conversations with Josh Powell about missing woman Susan Powell during a sworn deposition months before taking his own life.8 years ago
Pregnant seal in San Juans shot in the head, rescued by deputies
A pregnant harbor seal near the San Juan Islands shot in the head by a fisherman will soon return home after a successful rescue operation and surgery.8 years ago
Lime plans to phase out people-powered bikes by March
Lime currently operates a fleet of thousands of bikes in Seattle, and by mid-March, the company is aiming to phase out anything that doesn't use electric assist.8 years ago
State mulls health care bill for immigrants, transgender community
The Washington State Senate is weighing a bill that would dramatically expand health care and family planning services for undocumented immigrants and the transgender community.8 years ago
Tim Eyman maintains innocence after video of him walking off with office chair
Security footage emerged of local political activist Tim Eyman walking out of Office Depot with a $70 office chair without paying. Now, he's maintaining his innocence for what his lawyers are calling an "accidental removal."8 years ago
Seattle Mayor Durkan delivers State of the City speech
Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan delivers her annual State of the City speech Tuesday, saying the city will focus on affordable housing, college tuition, and transit.8 years ago
Sawant city council challenger Beto Yarce pulls out of race
The first candidate to officially issue a challenge to Kshama Sawant's District 3 city council seat has announced that he's pulling out of the race.8 years ago
Winter storm passing over Western Washington, ‘couple snowflakes’ possible
If you're looking for snow, try the mountains or Whatcom County. Forecasters say a few inches could fall near Bellingham on Tuesday, while the rest of the region may see spotty rain showers.8 years ago
Seattle’s SR 99 tunnel route finally fully open, faces full traffic
With a new exit open, and no snow or Viadoom, the SR 99 tunnel is finally taking on a regular, full commute. Many are watching to see if backups continue.8 years ago
State House committee moves forward on measles vaccine bill
A bill in the Washington State Legislature that would remove a parent's ability to claim a personal or philosophical exemption for children to forgo the measles vaccine, was approved by a House committee.8 years ago
Seattle to host rally against Trump national emergency Monday night
Many workers have President's Day off, but protesters in Seattle are taking that time to march against our current president's most recent controversy.8 years ago
How to — potentially — see the Super Moon in the NW tonight
The second Super Moon of 2019 is expected early Tuesday, Feb. 19. But despite appearing 14 percent larger, and 30 percent brighter than usual, seeing this event may be challenging in the Northwest.8 years ago
Possibility of snow lingers in Western Washington’s forecast
Even with piles of sandy, crusted-over snow still trying to melt, snow is once again in the forecast.8 years ago
Seattle leads nation with more wealthy renters than homeowners
Wealthy households are more often choosing to rent in Seattle than own a home. The city leads the nation in this relatively new phenomenon.8 years ago
Recent white supremacist activity in Washington is not new
The recent increase in white supremacist activity around Washington may have surprised some, but it's just the latest in a long hateful history in the Northwest.8 years ago
Local drug task force busts 19-year-old with 6,000 Xanax pills
A multi-county drug task force -- including the Kitsap County Sheriff's Office -- executed a search warrant Thursday at the residence of a Puyallup 19-year-old in possession of 6,000 Xanax pills.8 years ago
State Senate passes bill to abolish death penalty
The Washington State Senate has passed a bill to abolish the death penalty, following a decision from the state Supreme Court ruling it unconstitutional.8 years ago
