Study: Grocery prices unaffected by Seattle’s minimum wage ordinance
In a new study, UW researchers examined the impact Seattle’s minimum wage ordinance on local grocery stores and found no clear increase in prices.8 years ago
CWU reports all-clear following active shooter warning on campus
The Central Washington University campus paper, The Observer, is reporting an active shooter in the area of Lind Hall on the school's Ellensburg campus.8 years ago
New bill requires diaper changing stations in restaurant bathrooms
A new bill would require restaurants being built to include diaper changing stations in both men's and women's restrooms.8 years ago
UW student dies after slipping on ice near campus fountain
A University of Washington sophomore was pronounced dead on Wednesday, after slipping and falling on campus east of Drumheller Fountain.8 years ago
Puyallup considers prohibiting cyclists from sidewalks
Puyallup is looking it into banning bicycles from numerous sidewalks in the downtown area.8 years ago
Congressman Kilmer: How US infrastructure could soon be upgraded
If there was one takeaway Congressman Derek Kilmer got from President Trump's State of the Union address, it's that there may now be political will to fix America's suffering infrastructure.8 years ago
Seattle’s new SR99 tunnel finally faces full traffic with 4 mile backup
Seattle's new SR99 tunnel finally experienced a full traffic load Wednesday. The result was a two-mile backup inside the tunnel and beyond.8 years ago
‘Cold’: Forensic psychologist shares impressions of Josh Powell
Forensic psychologist James Manley recalls child murderer Josh Powell as very intelligent and also narcissistic. He relates his observations to the "Cold" podcast.8 years ago
Traffic on I-5 in Lakewood snarled by standoff Tuesday evening
A standoff had all lanes of southbound I-5 blocked in Lakewood Tuesday evening.8 years ago
Durkan advances plan for low-income housing in Discovery Park
Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan is moving forward with her about $90 million plan to redevelop Discovery Park's Fort Lawton into more than 200 affordable homes.8 years ago
Northwest high-speed rail would be ‘game changer’ says advocates
A push for a high-speed rail in the Pacific Northwest took a step forward last week, when a briefing was delivered to Washington State's House Transportation Committee on its relative viability, popularity, and execution.8 years ago
Jetty Island washed-up foot identified as man missing since 2016
A foot that washed up on Everett's Jetty Island last month has been connected to a two-year-old missing person case.8 years ago
Why Northwest snow can be harder to drive in
Think you're tough because you've braved Midwest and East Coast snow? Well Northwest snow events are quite different and not as simple as you may think.8 years ago
Will drivers accept congestion tolling in Seattle?
Seattle's traffic problems are well-documented, and to fix it, there's research being done to figure out whether congestion tolling could act as a possible solution. But will drivers come to accept it, or is it doomed to fail?8 years ago
Why this Army general supports Howard Schultz presidential candidacy
Howard Schultz has had advisors supporting his potential presidential run. Among them is General Peter Chiarelli.8 years ago
Snohomish County declares state of emergency ahead of weekend snow
Roads may have cleared up under the winter sun Tuesday and Wednesday, but another round of snow could be headed for the Northwest region.8 years ago
35 plows and 10,000 pounds of salt: Seattle’s snow response
Seattle may not be a city that deals with snow often, but that doesn't mean the Department of Transportation hasn't been preparing. Here's how they prepped for Monday's flurry of inclement weather.8 years ago
Poll: Seattle voters disapprove of council’s direction, agree with its politics
A recent poll reported by Crosscut yielded some interesting results, revealing that Seattle voters don't approve of city council, and yet still align with its overall politics.8 years ago
Study: Seattleites spend most in nation on takeout, $2,520 annually
According to a new study, Seattle residents spend more on takeout food than any other city by thousands of dollars.8 years ago
New SR99 tunnel under Seattle ‘running smoothly’ on first day
Widespread snow overshadowed Seattle's new tunnel Monday morning, but as promised, it did open for the commute.8 years ago
Monday snow leads to Tuesday school closures
Several areas across Western Washington were blanketed with snow Sunday evening leading traffic snarls over the Monday Morning commute.8 years ago
Savings, robberies, and counting: Why one Seattle business went cashless
KIRO Radio spoke with Colin Schilling, CEO of Schilling Cider, who explained why his Seattle business chose to go cashless.8 years ago
Washington’s top football food for the big game day is…
What do you eat on the big game day? Football fans may disagree on what to snack on, but Washington knows what it prefers. Do you agree?8 years ago
