Seattle robbery suspects make their getaway on Lime bikes
A man and woman are believed to be responsible for a pair of holdups in Capitol Hill this past weekend, and used bikeshares to getaway for one of the holdups.8 years ago
Gov. Inslee’s new climate plan nixes coal power by 2025
Along with Democratic lawmakers, Governor Jay Inslee announced his latest plan to curb carbon pollution in Washington state Monday, setting forth a 15-year itinerary with a range of changes that he hopes will result in 100 percent clean energy.8 years ago
Economist: Seattle’s slow housing market only a blip
Seattle home prices are falling at a faster rate than the rest of the country, but according to one local economist, this doesn't mean housing prices are going to correct.8 years ago
Washingtonians live longer than the average American
The average Washington state resident lives to be about 79.9 years old, according to a report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.8 years ago
Enough evidence to prove Trump committed a crime, says Rep. Heck
Rep. Denny Heck (D) said he expects more bombshells after new court filings on Friday that link President Trump to a federal crime.8 years ago
Susan Powell reported missing nine years ago
Friday marked nine years since a young wife and mother, her husband and her two young sons were first reported missing from West Valley City - Susan Powell, whose family returned without her.8 years ago
Boeing and SpaceX embroiled in different kind of space race
Boeing wants to become the first company to carry American astronauts to the International Space Station as soon as next summer, but so does SpaceX.8 years ago
Seattle commission targets single-family zones for housing solutions
Seattle needs to change its position on growth, says a member of a city commission that wants single-family zones to squeeze in more families.8 years ago
Small Bremerton drug bust leads to massive interstate takedown this week
It all started in Bremerton with a low-level drug bust. It led to the takedown of a massive drug network spanning across Washington, seven other states, and Mexico. Drugs were so potent, some troopers were treated for exposure.8 years ago
SDOT reports 20 percent decrease in cyclists, blames weather
Seattle Department of Transportation released its annual traffic report Tuesday, most significantly noting a 20 percent decrease in bike ridership. SDOT says weather may be an influence.8 years ago
Extra security at 3 University Place schools following threat on social media
The Pierce County Sheriff's Office will increase security around three University Place schools Friday, following a threat posted on Instagram. Detectives do not believe the threat is credible, however.8 years ago
Everett passes its own ban on single-use plastic bags
Everett will now join Seattle and Tacoma in banning single-use plastic bags, following a decision from Everett's City Council.8 years ago
Washington Supreme Court nixes ban on safe injection sites
The Washington State Supreme Court concluded that Initiative 27 went beyond the scope of initiative authority and that the lower court was right to prevent it from appearing on the ballot.8 years ago
State gun control group wants to restrict high-capacity magazines, more
Following the successful passage of gun control legislation I-1639 in November, the Alliance for Gun Responsibility is putting forth an ambitious agenda for the coming year.8 years ago
Wolf sightings in Washington? There’s a map for that
If you've ever seen a wolf (or what you thought was a wolf) wandering around nearby, you're not alone. There's a map for that.8 years ago
WSU College Republicans hope to build Trump wall
College Republicans at Washington State University are soliciting money for a replica border wall on the college's campus in Pullman.8 years ago
KeyArena renovation breaks ground following NHL announcement
A day after the NHL Board of Governors officially announced its plans to bring a hockey team to Seattle in 2021, KeyArena is commencing its large-scale rebuild to accommodate that team.8 years ago
Sea lion deaths have deep roots in Seattle history
10 sea lions have been shot and killed in Puget Sound since late-September. Why is this happening? The reason could very well be traced back to a piece of Seattle history.8 years ago
‘Cold’: Lead detective on Susan Powell investigation speaks
WEST VALLEY CITY — Detective Ellis Maxwell had no idea on the morning of Dec. 7, 2009 that his life was about to change, forever. Maxwell had navigated a snowy commute into the West Valley City police headquarters and was at his desk working on a robbery case when his supervisor called his name. “He […]8 years ago
How Seattle plans to demolish the Alaskan Way Viaduct
What happens to the Alaskan Way Viaduct once the new SR-99 tunnel opens in 2019? After Jan. 11, the process of dismantling the Viaduct begins. This is how it will come down.8 years ago
Lewis County Sheriff’s Office won’t actively enforce I-1639 — for now
When I-1639 kicks in next year, sheriff's deputies in Lewis County won't actively go after violators, preferring to wait until a court challenge from the NRA and 2nd Amendment Foundation runs its course.8 years ago
Freezing weather hits Seattle late for third straight year
The calendar turning to December has immediately brought below-freezing temperatures to the Seattle area. But for the third consecutive year, it's taken a long time to get there.8 years ago
Study: Seattle would lose water pressure for months in earthquake
A recent study published by Seattle Public Utilities estimates that Seattle and the surrounding suburbs would lose water pressure for as long as two months in a large-scale, catastrophic earthquake.8 years ago
