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Chris Hansen, Russell Wilson-led group continues push for SoDo arena

A group led by Chris Hansen, Russell Wilson, and a group of local Seattle investors renewed its push to build an NBA-ready arena in SoDo in a letter to Mayor Jenny Durkan and city council.

8 years ago

Thousands say goodbye to viaduct, hello to tunnel

With the new SR 99 tunnel opening on Monday morning, there are still a handful of events to look forward to through the weekend to herald its arrival.

8 years ago

Inside the new ‘state of the art’ SR 99 tunnel

Come Monday, we'll finally be getting a state-of-the-art tunnel that has high-tech fire suppression systems, traffic cameras, and even transitional lighting that changes based on the time of day.

8 years ago

Last Viadoom commute marred by rain, heavy traffic

It's finally here! Friday is the last day of Viadoom. Can Seattle-area commuters keep up the -- mostly -- good record of smooth commutes?

8 years ago

Belltown residents respond to demolition of beloved neighborhood bars

A coalition of 150 Belltown residents and businesses responded to the news of the demolition of almost an entire city block of the neighborhood, that would see the end of a handful of businesses, restaurants, and bars.

8 years ago

It’s official: Date set for opening of tunnel, end of Viadoom

Viadoom will officially come to an end on schedule, marked by the opening of the SR 99 tunnel on Monday, Feb. 4.

8 years ago

‘Booth renting’ salon bill will not move forward in state Legislature

A salon bill that would have made it illegal for stylists and barbers to rent out booths in salons and shops will not move forward, according to its main sponsor, Washington State Senator Karen Keiser.

8 years ago

Final Viadoom commute is almost upon us

Viadoom is nearly over, and the region has largely been spared significant traffic snarls. But the Thursday morning commute around Seattle got off to a slow start.

8 years ago

Amazon gets patent to convert public buses into mobile pickup lockers

Amazon is looking into using buses as way to get customers their packages. It just received a patent for this new method of delivery.

8 years ago

Gov. Jay Inslee to Howard Schultz: Run as a Democrat, or not at all

Washington Gov. Jay Inslee responded to Howard Schultz's possible independent bid for the presidency, telling CBS News that the former Starbucks CEO should "come into the pool and compete as a Democrat."

8 years ago

Lisa Herbold announces reelection campaign, Seattle council field set

Seattle City Councilmember Lisa Herbold announced her bid for reelection in 2019 Wednesday in an email to supporters.

8 years ago

Seattle gears up for first possible snow of the winter

Many weather apps and forecasts are predicting snow for the Western Washington region as soon as this weekend. Meteorologists Nick Allard and Morgan Palmer explains the context behind the forecast.

8 years ago

Washington state to end vehicle emissions test program in 2020

Washington is ending its state emissions test program in 2020, claiming that it's no longer needed following a 15-year phase-out process.

8 years ago

‘Cold’: FBI, Secret Service failed to crack Josh Powell’s encryption

The FBI and U.S. Secret Service each attempted to access a hard drive seized from Josh Powell's home the day after his wife Susan Powell's disappearance, with no success. It remains locked with encryption.

8 years ago

Viadoom updates: Malfunction on Spokane St. bridge snarls evening commute

There are a handful more days of Viadoom in Seattle. Can drivers hold out just a little longer and keep the smooth traffic flowing?

8 years ago

Slavery could be happening at your work, and you would never know

The hotel worker who services the room you stay in could be a victim of human trafficking, and neither you or the hotel would ever know. That's why some organizations are raising awareness among the region's businesses.

8 years ago

Rollover blocks two lanes of SB 405 in Bellevue

A single-car rollover has the two left lanes of southbound 405 blocked in Bellevue off of Southeast 8th Street.

8 years ago

Dick’s Drive-In celebrates 65-year anniversary with 19 cent burgers

After 65 years in Seattle, Dick's Drive-In is celebrating by offering up burgers for 19 cents each across its seven locations.

8 years ago

Got a permit for that delivery robot? Washington lawmakers consider rules

A delivery robot rolled into the Washington State Capitol on Monday for hearing on delivery robots and how they should be restricted. A proposed bill would set regulations on the new tech.

8 years ago

Seattle commutes continue to be relatively smooth despite viaduct absence

It's the second day of the third (and final) week of Viadoom in Seattle. MyNorthwest continues its coverage of the tight traffic without the Alaskan Way Viaduct.