UW professor disputes Kavanaugh’s claims about drinking habits
Brett Kavanaugh has emphatically denied "blacking out" in college, but one UW professor who attended Yale with the judicial nominee says otherwise.8 years ago
Can Lyft convince stubborn Seattle commuters to ditch their cars?
Seattle drivers have proven reluctant to give up their cars on their daily commute, but that hasn't stopped Lyft from trying anyway.8 years ago
I-5 will get express lane for buses serving Eastside-South Lake Union
Finally, I-5 will get a fifth reversible Interstate 5 express lane between Highway 520 and Mercer Street for buses only, as reported in The Seattle Times.8 years ago
Rob McKenna on the political battlefield around the Kavanaugh decision
Beyond the allegations against Brett Kavanaugh, former Washington State Attorney General Rob McKenna says there is a larger political battle at play in Washington D.C.8 years ago
Seattle councilman Mike O’Brien gets challenger
Mike O'Brien is set to face a challenger for his city council seat, with documentary filmmaker Chris Rufo having filed for candidacy.8 years ago
State Patrol clears building at capitol after bomb threat
Employees are allowed to return to the Highway and License Building on the Capitol Campus in Olympia on Thursday after a bomb threat prompted its evacuation on Wednesday.8 years ago
Drivers face big changes at Colman ferry dock in Seattle
Drivers who use the Colman dock in Seattle will notice, on Wednesday, the first of several changes this fall as the construction zone at the ferry terminal expands.8 years ago
September is sixth straight warmer than usual month
While recent the most recent stretch of weather -- 11 days -- is cooler than normal for September, it's the sixth straight warmer than usual month.8 years ago
Another orca is sick; more orcas are pregnant
Two weeks after it was announced J50 was presumed dead, NOAA reports another resident orca appears to be ailing.8 years ago
Go slow and no fishing zones among initial orca recommendations
Gov. Inslee's task force charged with helping Southern Resident orca has developed draft recommendations to help the ailing species in Puget Sound.8 years ago
Senator Maria Cantwell agrees to debate Susan Hutchison
Senator Maria Cantwell is being called out for not participating in two debates.8 years ago
Starbucks preparing for layoffs at Seattle headquarters
In a company memo sent to Seattle headquarters employees last week, Starbucks announced it plans to make "significant changes" which could result in a series of layoffs over the coming weeks.8 years ago
Homeless campers are suing Puyallup, Pierce County after sweeps
Homeless residents are suing Pierce County and the City of Puyallup following years of encampment sweeps. They argue they have lost property to unconstitutional seizures.8 years ago
94 percent of Northwest drivers say they will never give up their car
A total of 94 percent of Northwest drivers say they will never give up their cars no matter what, according to a recent survey. What will get them out of their cars?8 years ago
Rep. Matt Manweller plans to resign, eventually
Washington State Representative Matt Manweller will not continue in his role after his current term ends following the latest allegation of inappropriate sexual behavior. But he still urges voters to elect him in the upcoming November election.8 years ago
Drier, warmer weather expected this winter across Pacific Northwest
Weak to moderate El Nino conditions are expected for the fall-winter seasons across the Pacific Northwest, which means warmer and drier than average weather.8 years ago
Mayor Durkan’s Seattle budget preps for revenue ‘plateau,’ ups transit funding
Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan is revealing her first proposed budget while in office. The budget includes increased spending on transit, the fire department, and accommodates the tentative contract with police.8 years ago
Mariners pitcher Félix Hernández becomes U.S. citizen
Around 85 people became U.S. citizens in Seattle on Monday, including longtime Mariners pitcher Félix Hernández.8 years ago
Man in custody after police standoff on 520 Bridge
A man is in custody and police are checking his truck for weapons after a standoff on the 520 Bridge during the Friday afternoon commute.8 years ago
Watch: Pierce County deputies respond to dance off challenge
Pierce County Sheriff's deputies have faced a lot of challenges from frequently appearing on COPS, to fighting crime. They recently tackled one of their fiercest tests -- a dance off challenge.8 years ago
Report: Former student says she had sex with Rep. Manweller at age 17
A former high school student of Rep. Matt Manweller says they had a sexual relationship in the 1990s when she was 17 years old, according to The Seattle Times. Manweller denies the allegation.8 years ago
Do you know this suspect? Police say he assaulted kids at 2 grocery stores
After an assault of a child at the Edmond's Ranch 99, a new tip has led investigators to a Lynnwood store where another assault happened. The suspect remains at large.8 years ago
12 pistols, suppressors, red dot sights and 2K ammo stolen from Seattle home
Seattle police are searching for a suspect who allegedly stole a cache of firearms from a Beacon Hill home, including 12 pistols, two red dot sights, and 2,000 rounds of ammunition.8 years ago
