We may reach rare number of 90-degree days in July
Hitting 90 degrees several times in July is actually fairly uncommon, according to historic data from the National Weather Service.8 years ago
Thank Amazon for more bus service in Seattle
Amazon will invest $1.5 million to fund more bus service in Seattle, according to King County Metro.8 years ago
Mariners release statement after report of workplace complaints
The Seattle Mariners organization released a statement shortly after The Seattle Times published a report of allegations of inappropriate workplace conduct.8 years ago
New Seattle streetcars may be too big for city’s existing tracks
The new Seattle streetcars the city has purchased may not work on the existing South Lake Union and First Hill rail lines. The city now awaits a new assessment to see what it will take to complete its project currently on hold.8 years ago
Sound Transit attorneys have ‘doubts’ that settlement would be legal
The ST3 lawsuit continues. One side wants a settlement agreement and money paid back to drivers. The other side says it's too late and bonds have been issued.8 years ago
Man suspected of attacking Burien mayor turns self in
The man suspected of assaulting Burien Mayor Jimmy Matta turned himself into police.8 years ago
Hood Canal Bridge shooter is a suspect in Renton murder
A driver was nearly shot in the head when a suspected gunman opened fire near the Hood Canal Bridge Tuesday morning.8 years ago
Gun stores would have to post warning signs under latest proposal in King County
A "package" of gun safety legislation in King County would include a rule in which gun stores and shooting ranges would have to post warning signs.8 years ago
With Steven Powell dead, bizarre timeline may never be complete
Steven Powell was the last person detectives believe could have led them to a woman who was reported missing in 2009.8 years ago
Marijuana legalization may have increased police efficiency
A new study by Washington State University appears to back up that claim that the marijuana legalization freed up police for more serious crimes.8 years ago
Seattle City Council approves labor standards for domestic workers
The Seattle City Council voted, 7-0, to guarantee labor standards for domestic workers, which include nannies, house cleaners, and gardeners.8 years ago
Assault on Burien mayor being investigated as a hate crime
Burien Mayor Jimmy Matta was assaulted at a block party over the weekend. The King County Sheriff's Office is investigating the incident as a hate crime.8 years ago
Region’s traffic congestion is ‘symptom’ of a larger problem
WSDOT head says state will have to take "risks" to tackle congestion challenges we are facing now and will face in the future.8 years ago
Amazon shares dip after president slams Post’s ‘crazy’ coverage
Amazon shares dipped Monday after President Trump continued his criticism of The Washington Post.8 years ago
Heat advisory ends as temps dip slightly from Monday’s high
Seattle reached 90 degrees by 4 p.m. on Monday and we will likely see similar temperatures Tuesday.8 years ago
Three teens arrested in Kent police officer’s death
Three teens -- one 15-year-old, one 16-year-old, and one 17-year-old -- have been arrested in connection with a high-speed chase that ended in a Kent officer's death Sunday morning.8 years ago
2 men stabbed in Seattle overnight
Seattle police say two people were stabbed in the past 24 hours. One man died at the scene in West Seattle. Another man is recovering at Harborview Medical Center. One suspect is at large.8 years ago
Weekend road closures: Highway 2 and beyond
A warm, dry weekend can only mean one thing: road construction. And since those are rare in these parts, construction crews are taking full advantage and cramming as much work as possible into the weekends.8 years ago
Former Seattle mayor compares cutting bicycle brake lines to arson
Cutting the bicycle brake lines is the same as arson, according to a former Seattle mayor.8 years ago
Boylston Fire near Kittitas 80 percent contained
Firefighters say the 70,000-acre burning near Kittitas is 80 percent contained.8 years ago
Sound Transit celebrating Bellevue light rail tunnel milestone
Sound Transit is celebrating the excavation of its downtown Bellevue tunnel that will eventually provide a path for the East Link light rail line.8 years ago
Study says Washingtonians should start preparing for smoke days
A new University of Washington study indicates that air pollution is worsening from Northwest wildfires. Professor Dan Jaffe says some people should prepare for heavy smoke events.8 years ago
Denny Heck: We have to build our way out of the homeless crisis
The argument that more housing of all types is required to solve the nation's homeless problem is inarguable, Denny Heck says.8 years ago
