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Double amputee headed to Boston to inspire injured; Ron & Don plan to help

A man who lost both legs in a boating accident has turned what he learned from that traumatic event into a life's mission to help others, and now he's setting his sights on Boston.

14 years ago

Hacking expert: Stock market chaos over fake Tweet just the beginning

It's hard to believe that giant, oft-trusted media outlets would fall prey to a scam like phishing - but that's what two computer security experts agree on.

14 years ago

Stocks drop as Apple shareholders look to future

After a strong first quarter for Apple, GeekWire's Todd Bishop calls what happened next "ironic."

14 years ago

Man arrested in connection with counterfeit cash circulating in Skagit County

Multiple law enforcement agencies searched a Burlington home and arrested a 20-year-old man in connection to reports of forged bills circulating through the area.

14 years ago

Ingredient of the Week: Bacon

Chefs Tom Douglas and Thierry Rautureau talk about the crisp deliciousness that is fried pork belly.

14 years ago

Drinkskool offers expert online training in art of mixing drinks

There are only two official ingredients in a Gimlet, Plymouth Gin and Rose's Lime Juice, but to make the classic drink like a pro, it takes ice, a shaker, a strainer, a martini glass and of course, a slice of fresh lime for garnish.

14 years ago

Should chess be an education requirement in U.S. schools?

We've got Math, English, and Science covered, and maybe chess should be included.

14 years ago

Seattle ‘Bachelor’ Jason Mesnick debuts baby girl

Former Seattle "Bachelor" Jason Mesnick appeared on Jenni Hogan's Next Big Thing podcast to debut his next big thing: a new baby girl with wife Molly, who he met on ABC's The Bachelor.

14 years ago

Associated Press’ Twitter account hacked; stock market stumbles

The Associated Press' Twitter account was hacked Tuesday morning.

14 years ago

Seattle, local and tribal leaders unite to block coal trains

Seattle Mayor Mike McGinn and other city and tribal leaders are joining together to try and stop coal trains and exports across the region.

14 years ago

Pooper Troopers will pick up your dog’s poop

If you're tired of scanning the yard with a shovel, a Northwest company is offering an alternative.

14 years ago

On a sunny afternoon, swirl, sniff, sip a rose

On a sunny afternoon in March, chef and Seattle Kitchen host Tom Douglas found himself craving a summertime beverage. He went to one of his restaurants and ordered a rosé.

14 years ago

Warmer weather in the forecast for Western Washington this week

Forecasters expect drier weather and blue skies over Washington the next few days.

14 years ago

Edmonds neighborhood restaurant impresses Seattle restaurant critic

Let's Eat host and Seattle Times restaurant critic Providence Cicero has found a hidden gem up in the north end.

14 years ago

Accounts differ on nature of Boston bombing suspects

Conflicting pictures are emerging of the two suspects in the Boston Marathon bombings.

14 years ago

FAA approves Boeing’s battery modifications; airlines put 787 back on schedule

The Federal Aviation Administration has approved the Boeing 787 Dreamliner battery system.

14 years ago

What lives in your carpet?

Pete and Rob talk to Ben Surdi of Pure Clean about what lives in your carpet.

14 years ago

Director of Russian studies offers insight into Boston bombers

Leon Aron, the Resident Scholar and Director of Russian Studies at AEI, said it's not a surprise the suspected Boston Marathon bombers are from Chechnya.

14 years ago

A Seattle gun owner blasts lawmakers who killed gun control

Yesterday on the show, I talked about my severe disappointment that the U.S. Senate couldn't pass the very mildest of gun control legislation out of fear of the NRA. A listener put it way better.

14 years ago

University of Washington astronomer finds planet that may be ideal for life

NASA's planet-hunting telescope has discovered two planets that seem like ideal places for some sort of life to flourish. They are just the right size and in just the right place near their star.