Why teachers remain on strike in Tacoma, and elsewhere
Tacoma teacher Nate Bowling, 2016 Teacher of the Year, explains the funding fight between educators and their school district and why teachers remain in strike in Tacoma.8 years ago
Scientists fear that health of J50 orca is not improving
Scientists are increasingly worried the antibiotic treatments for the sickly young killer whale dubbed Scarlet are not working.8 years ago
Small town in Western Washington wants to move away from flooding to higher ground
A Western Washington town is planning to move its entire city away from frequent flooding as the Skagit River regularly threatens its downtown and residents.8 years ago
With more people moving to Seattle, fewer miles traveled on area roads
The population around the Seattle region is booming, but miles traveled on the road don't show the same spike in numbers. That's significant, according to the Puget Sound Regional Council.8 years ago
Seattle market to stop selling chinook to help orcas
Seattle-based PCC Community Markets says it will stop selling all chinook salmon products caught in Northwest waters to help critically endangered orcas.8 years ago
Report: Amazon, Walmart workers on list of top food stamp users
While lawmakers in Washington DC target employers with workers relying on government assistance, others in Washington state are pointing out which companies are the worst offenders.8 years ago
Teachers in 4 school districts still striking on Monday
Teachers in four school districts across Western Washington on strike on Monday. Most schools were supposed to begin classes last Wednesday or Thursday.8 years ago
Seattle teachers approve one-year contract
Seattle teachers voted on Saturday to approve a new contract for the 2018-2019 school year.8 years ago
Demolition of KeyArena won’t begin until after Seattle secures NHL team
According to the city, the demolition of KeyArena won't begin until after Seattle lands NHL team, though this may not delay the arrival of an NHL team.8 years ago
Veterinarians remain hopeful after shooting antibiotics into J50 orca
Veterinarians recently shot antibiotics into J50 orca, but wildlife veterinarian Dr. Joe Gaydos says it's difficult to assess the orca's health from a distance.8 years ago
Judge says teacher strikes are illegal, but no penalties
Judges in Washington state ruled against teacher unions for striking, though no penalties were imposed.8 years ago
Crane operators strike ends after 17 days
A 17-day strike that delayed major construction projects around Western Washington has ended.8 years ago
Eight school districts in midst of teacher strike
Teachers in eight school districts across Western Washington are walking the picket line on Friday. Most schools were supposed to begin classes on Wednesday or Thursday.8 years ago
Suspect in custody after hostage situation, gunfire erupts in Parkland
A suspect is in custody after exchanging gunfire with deputies in Parkland on Thursday night.8 years ago
Citizen patrols on watch for Olympia cat killer
An Olympia man has started patrols to watch for the cat killer that is mutilating pets and displaying them in the area. He has a theory about the perpetrator.8 years ago
Teacher strikes and a lawsuit as the school year begins
Teachers in Tacoma say they will strike on Thursday for the first day of school. And it's not the only district with teachers walking the picket line.8 years ago
Safeco Field funding compromise is big loss for tourism industry
A King County Council committee has introduced legislation to appease both affordable housing advocates and the Mariners, but it's a big loss for the local tourism industry.8 years ago
Investors announced for Seattle’s NHL franchise
Investors for Seattle's NHL franchise were announced Wednesday and include major players in the city's tech and sports scenes.8 years ago
Two women stabbed in Seattle’s University District
Two women were found stabbed to death Tuesday morning in an apartment in Seattle's University District.8 years ago
Bellevue neighborhood claims the highest rent in the Northwest
This Bellevue neighborhood has the highest rent in all of the Pacific Northwest. In fact, the Seattle metro area has the highest rents in the region.8 years ago
Seattle teachers to get 10.5 percent raise in tentative contract
Seattle Public Schools employees will get a 10.5 percent raise in a one-year tentative contract, according to The Seattle Times.8 years ago
Are drawbridges annoying or part of Seattle’s character?
So should we just do away with drawbridges in Seattle? Or is it part of the city's charm?8 years ago
Labor Day weekend traffic: What to know before you go
Labor Day weekend is synonymous with bad traffic. Friday will be among the worst and heaviest days for traveling. There's a few things to know before hitting the road.8 years ago
