Color line: How Warren Moon paved the way for Seahawks QB Russell Wilson
After winning five Grey Cups in Canada, it still gnawed at Warren Moon - he was good enough to play in the NFL. Despite having a great college career with the University of Washington, the black quarterback wasn't drafted to play pro - so he went to Canada.13 years ago
Quantity vs. Quality: Study shows we’re divided on a longer lifespan
A new scientific study has brought up the question: How long do you want to live? Every six years the average U.S. life span expands by a year, according to the U.S. Census.13 years ago
Seattle City Hall unveils new ping-pong table
What's going on Wednesday at City Hall? They're getting a new ping pong table, that's what.13 years ago
Lake Stevens coffee shop owner says take kids elsewhere if they’re going to act out
The Lake Stevens coffee shop owner getting flack for asking a couple of women and their children to leave after they reportedly made a mess of scone crumbs on the floor is maintaining her right to address customers who aren't behaving appropriately in her establishment.13 years ago
TSA can keep expanding, just don’t make us wait in line
It must be hard being a TSA officer. The Transportation Security Administration is oft despised for its slow security lines at the airport, and its practices deemed invasive with pat-downs and full-body scans.13 years ago
Edmonds Community College dean has sights set on World’s Strongest Woman title
An Edmonds Community College dean will be among the women competing for the title of "America's Strongest Woman" at a competition in Texas in October, and she's determined to move onto the world competition.13 years ago
Spelling always counts, especially on ‘Jeopardy!’
Eighth grader Thomas Hurley III spells 'Emancipation Proclamation' wrong when answering a question regarding Abraham Lincoln on TV show 'Jeopardy!' The boy was crushed when finding out he was incorrect, costing him $3,000.13 years ago
John Curley: I don’t get Seafair
Around 115,000 fans turned out for Seafair over the weekend, but numbers were down from what organizers expected. Some blamed the absence of the Blue Angels, but even with the Blues streaking through the sky, the festival isn't a big enough draw for KIRO Radio's John Curley.13 years ago
Man drowns in Lake Washington at Seafair
Seafair weekend on Lake Washington was marred by a drowning Saturday afternoon.13 years ago
WA congressman calls for Olympics boycott; Dave Ross wants to poll Olympians
Among those in the United States calling for a boycott of the next Olympics in Russia, a Washington state representative has joined the cause.13 years ago
Washington man sole survivor of boat sinking in Alaska
After overshooting their destination on southeast Alaska's Baranof Island, the three high school friends in the borrowed aluminum fishing boat turned around and realized they were facing strong winds and big waves. They gunned it for shore _ to no avail.13 years ago
It’s time to say goodbye to The Ross and Burbank Show
Hear it while you can. Friday's edition of the Ross and Burbank Show was the final episode featuring crusader for common sense, Dave Ross, and well-known imaginary radio (podcast) host Luke Burbank.13 years ago
Dead animal parts cause backup on I-5
The Washington State Patrol says a rendering truck that spilled dead animal parts across two lanes of northbound Interstate 5 created a seven-mile traffic backup Thursday evening.13 years ago
Doctor searches for evidence that plastic surgery produces youth, beauty
It's a huge industry in the U.S. and it's all based on the idea that you'll look younger and better than every before.13 years ago
Seattle reporter threatened with arrest for taking pictures of police activity
Stranger reporter Dominic Holden says he's confirmed with authorities he was well within his rights and operating totally legally when officers threatened to arrest him for taking photos of police activity in downtown Seattle on Tuesday.13 years ago
Seattle pastor has solution for city’s homelessness problem
It's not people taking up residencies under business doorways or setting up a tent, but the rest of Seattle that has a homeless problem, according to a pastor. Because we see homeless people as a permanent fixture, we are morally failing.13 years ago
How ignition interlock devices prevent drunk driving
The Washington State Patrol is determined to keep impaired drivers from becoming repeat impaired drivers. One way they are taking action is by installing Interlock devices into vehicles.13 years ago
‘Brown bag’ and ‘citizen’ too offensive for use in Seattle
Public information officers for the City of Seattle have been advised they might want to avoid using the terms "brown bag" and "citizen" because some find these words offensive.13 years ago
Overturned semi truck blocks SB I-5 in Tukwila during morning commute
Traffic in Tukwila was bottle-necked Thursday morning when a semi truck overturned during the commute.13 years ago
A sex offender could be sitting next to your UW student
Prospective students applying to the University of Washington in 2014 will be asked for more than an answer to their essay questions. If they have a violent criminal past, or are a convicted Level 2 or 3 sex offender, they will have to check the box "yes" on the criminal background question.13 years ago
Police: Off-duty Fife cop shoots, kills Orting neighbor armed with rifle
Police say an armed man with mental health issues showed up at the Orting home of an off-duty Fife police officer Tuesday night.13 years ago
Top secrets to buying quality furniture
Looking to buy new furniture? But how can you tell what's quality and what's particle board? Pete and Rob talk to Rich Jamieson from Jamieson Furniture Gallery about how you can make educated buying decisions.13 years ago
Ingredient of the Week: Summer Squash
"Summer squash: it's one of the more versatile vegetables of the summer," says chef Tom Douglas. "The whole Pacific Northwest is coming into summer squash season."13 years ago
