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Seattle collected much less than predicted from gun tax

Seattle's gun tax brought in much less than expected in its first year, according to information the city was forced to release.
9 years ago

WSDOT says opinions are changing over I-405 toll lanes

The Washington State Department of Transportation reports that drivers' opinions on the I-405 express toll lanes are leaning positive.
9 years ago

Northwest maritime industry starving for workers

The Northwest maritime industry is getting nervous about a coming mass retirement that could leave it starving for workers.
9 years ago

King County Executive Dow Constantine issues message to white supremacists

Pro-Trump demonstrators and counter protesters have gathered in downtown Seattle. Police have responded for crowd control.
9 years ago

President of College Republicans at WSU attended deadly Charlottesville protest

The president of College Republicans at Washington State University is taking heat for attending the "Unite The Right" rally in Charlottesville, Virginia on Saturday.
9 years ago

Where, and how, to watch the solar eclipse

People across the U.S. will be treated to a rare sight Monday, Aug. 21 as a total solar eclipse makes its way from Lincoln Way, Oregon to Charleston, South Carolina. This phenomenon is not expected to occur again in the U.S. until 2024 -- so you don't want to miss this one.
9 years ago

Renton’s plan to take down illegal street racing

Renton is organizing a plan to combat a growing problem with illegal street racing speeding through its town and neighboring cities.
9 years ago

Lyles family ready to file wrongful death lawsuit against Seattle

The family of Charleena Lyles has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the City of Seattle after she was shot by two officers.
9 years ago

Smoke finally expected to blow away on Friday

The smoke from the BC wildfires is expected to clear out on Friday after noon when a weather system moves in over the greater Seattle region.
9 years ago

Shaquill Griffin: ‘It’s a blessing’ to learn from Richard Sherman

Rookie cornerback Shaquill Griffin (Shaq) is impressing at Seahawks training camp. KIRO Radio's Dave Ross spoke with him about life in the NFL.
9 years ago

Washington State Supreme Court upholds Seattle’s gun tax

The Washington State Supreme Court has upheld Seattle's gun tax on firearms and ammunition sales, stating that it is a tax and not a regulation.
9 years ago

What people outside Seattle should know about income tax lawsuits

Seattle is now facing three lawsuits over its new income tax. But these lawsuits could have results that affect taxpayers statewide.
9 years ago

Pacific Northwest towns prepping for major traffic snarls during eclipse

Oregon officials are preparing for major traffic jams as people drive into the state to be in the path of the total solar eclipse.
9 years ago

Microsoft tech used to deter sex slavery in Seattle area

Microsoft volunteers have created a bot to chat with people trying to buy sex online, and ultimately deter them from prostitution.
9 years ago

Arlington using SODA law to oust drug users, crime

Arlington is trying a new tactic to move drug users and drug-related crime out of a troublesome neighborhood. It will just ban them.
9 years ago

Seattle council member counters ‘misleading’ news about RV proposal

Councilmember Mike O'Brien attempts to clarify news about his draft RV legislation that would alter parking laws in Seattle.
9 years ago

Western Washington could break another weather record this week

Western Washington could break yet another weather record this weekend. The longest stretch above 80 degrees in Seattle is 15 days.
9 years ago

Report: More bike share companies coming to Seattle

Not only will there be more bike share bicycles coming to Seattle, but two new private companies are gearing up to operate in town.
9 years ago

BBQ ban returns along with smoky haze over Puget Sound

Forecasters say we have until the end of this week before the weather changes and the wildfire smoke clears.
9 years ago

Data from first 2 weeks under Washington’s distracted driving law

Two weeks after Washington state's tough new distracted driving law kicked in and the Washington State Patrol is out with some early data.
9 years ago

Seattle has never experienced this many days without rain

The Seattle region has set a new all time record for the most days without measurable rain. The previous record stood for 66 years.
9 years ago

Report: Dead body on a gurney flies into Olympia traffic

A dead body on a gurney fell out of the back of a van and rested in the middle of a busy intersection in Olympia Monday afternoon.
9 years ago

Homeless people respond to ‘Tweakerville’ label

A group of homeless people in Everett are responding after the area they live was labeled "Tweakerville" and a live stream was set up.
9 years ago

Be prepared: Popular ferry route is under limited schedule

Weekend adventurers will have to plan even more ahead if they want to take a ferry to the San Juans or Vancouver B.C. A limited schedule in effect.
9 years ago