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UW scientists trying to quiet 520 bridge noise impacting neighbors

Residents in the Medina and Clyde Hill are hearing a grating ka-think noise every time a vehicle runs over the metal expansion joints on the 520 bridge.
8 years ago

Polio-like disease up to nine reported cases among children in state

There are now nine confirmed cases of acute flaccid myelitis (AFM) in Washington state. Nationally, the number of cases has jumped from a few dozen to over 100.
8 years ago

District court releases findings on Seattle police contract

United States District Judge James Robart released his findings concerning whether the newly-passed Seattle Police contract adheres to a consent decree issued by the DOJ in 2012.
8 years ago

Rep. Jayapal helps 5 asylum seekers get across US-Mexico border

Five asylum seekers are now in the United States with the help of Washington Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal.
8 years ago

LimePod test drive: Lime’s new carshare product for Seattle

Lime is debuting LimePod in Seattle on Dec. 10, 2019, adding yet another option to its platform and another carshare option in town. MyNorthwest took a test drive in one of Lime's cars.
8 years ago

Is mouthing off to a police officer protected under the 1st Amendment?

While no one would recommend it, can you mouth off to a police officer without any legal ramifications?
8 years ago

Reports: President George H.W. Bush dies at 94

President George H.W. Bush has reportedly died at the age of 94, according to CNN.
8 years ago

Gig Harbor Police clears family of wrongdoing in Casey Kasem death

The family of beloved TV personality Casey Kasem has officially been cleared by Gig Harbor Police of any wrongdoing in his death, following a month-long investigation.
8 years ago

EB lanes of 520 Bridge closed this weekend

Crews will close all lanes of eastbound 520 Bridge this weekend to replace lighting.
8 years ago

UW professor on climate change: ‘This is here and now’

The issue of climate change isn't merely theoretical anymore, according to one UW climate professor. According to her, it's here, it's happening, and it's something we need to be concerned about, before it's too late.
8 years ago

Thousands of gun buyers denied in Washington, hundreds referred to police

Police are now required to submit a report of how many people attempt to buy a gun but are denied. The first such report was just sent to lawmakers. This is what is states.
8 years ago

7.0 earthquake shakes buildings in Anchorage, Alaska

A 7.0 magnitude earthquake has rocked buildings in Anchorage, Alaska, causing lamp posts and trees to sway, and prompting people to run out of offices and seek shelter under office desks.
8 years ago

Expedia’s new Seattle HQ comes with playfields, food trucks, and a bike mechanic

Expedia released images of its new Seattle headquarters, showing massive glass walls allowing for natural light. But there are many other perks and attractions that will come with the new office space.
8 years ago

Tim Eyman files for bankruptcy amid lawsuit with state

Washington state political activist Tim Eyman filed for bankruptcy Wednesday, citing his legal fight with state Attorney General Bob Ferguson as the leading reason.
8 years ago

Holiday spending expected to set massive records in 2018

With the season kicking into full gear, holiday spending is poised to set records across the United States. But not everyone is spending the same.
8 years ago

Beto Yarce announces challenge to Sawant’s Seattle City Council seat

With seven out of nine Seattle City Council seats up for reelection in 2019, Councilmember Kshama Sawant already has a challenger.
8 years ago

New climate change report lays out grim future for the Northwest

A new climate change assessment released by the federal government Friday paints a grim picture for the end of the next century in the Pacific Northwest. 
8 years ago

Republican lawmaker removed from leadership following ‘manifesto’ controversy

Washington state GOP Representative Matt Shea has been dropped as chair of the House Republicans following his reelection and controversy over an alleged Biblical "manifesto."
8 years ago

Lincoln Beauregard considers run for Seattle City Council

Seattle's self-proclaimed "loose cannon trial lawyer" Lincoln Beauregard is ready to run for a position on the Seattle City Council -- maybe. It's among a range of plans he has to shake up Seattle leadership.
8 years ago

Susan Powell’s secret writings reveal fear, suspicion months before her disappearance

On the evening of Friday, June 27, 2008, Susan Powell and her husband, Josh, had just gone through the worst argument of their marriage.
8 years ago

Semi truck collision on I-5 near Olympia cleared after hours-long cleanup

Multiple collisions involving an overturned semi-truck on I-5 blocked all southbound lanes just south of Olympia Wednesday morning.
8 years ago

UW study: Is baby talk or ‘parentese’ better for babies?

There's a subtle, yet important distinction between "baby talk" and "parentese," and it could ultimately help with a child's development, claims a recent University of Washington study.
8 years ago

McKenna: Idea of sanctuary cities for guns, immigration is ‘fiction’

The small town of Republic, Washington recently declared itself a sanctuary city from the recently-passed I-1639 gun control initiative. But is that something they can legally do, and can the state do anything to enforce this new law?
8 years ago

Washington residents are among most charitable, but there’s a catch

It is the season of giving and Washington is among the most charitable states in the nation -- among the top 10. But when it comes to local giving, there is a big catch.
8 years ago