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Hunger butchering in-house to bring unique cuts to your table

Hunger in Fremont is working out a new way to give you every tasty morsel of your favorite meat.
14 years ago

Retired firefighter defends right to benefits

A former firefighter is speaking out for the retired firefighters receiving benefits described as "lavish" in a recent Associated Press report.
14 years ago

Former PM Margaret didn’t agree with Hillary Clinton’s Thatcherism

Politicians have often been compared to the likes of former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher.
14 years ago

Following cancellation of Family 4th at Lake Union, mayor plans Seattle fireworks show

It seemed Seattle wouldn't get its traditional Independence Day fireworks show - until now.
14 years ago

Seafair confirms: Blue Angels cancel Seattle appearance

After weeks of speculation and looming budget cuts, Seafair has confirmed the Blue Angels will not be a part of the Boeing Air Show in 2013.
14 years ago

Punishment not enough, friend urging lawmakers to prevent DUI deaths

In the past two weeks, two suspected repeat drunken drivers have killed three innocent people and injured two more in separate crashes in the Pacific Northwest.
14 years ago

King County prosecutor says Washington not serious about drunk driving crimes

Is six years enough prison time for taking a life when you're drunk behind the wheel? A 25-year-old Tacoma man accused of killing a woman in a head-on collision on SR520 while driving under the influence may serve a sentence some say is too short.
14 years ago

Seattle captain and crew safe after boat capsizes in transatlantic row

A Seattle man captaining a boat that overturned as he and his team attempted a record-setting row across the Atlantic said the team was just hitting their stride when a couple steep waves brought their journey to an abrupt end.
14 years ago

Seattle’s April showers breaking records

Rainfall records were set Sunday in Seattle and Olympia.
14 years ago

First-ever Vlogger Fair coming to Seattle

If "Vlogging" sounds mysterious to you, attending a new event in Seattle would be a fantastic introduction.
14 years ago

The end of Prohibition in Washington state

April 6, 1933: New Beers Eve. That's what people were calling it as Washington's prohibition laws were repealed. The first drink was served at midnight on April 7 at a bar just off 4th Avenue in Seattle. The beer ran out by noon that day.
14 years ago

How to relieve cat stress

Like us, cats can experience stress and it's usually triggered by changes in their environment. If you experience any change in behavior from your feline friend like litter box problems, aggression, hiding or anorexia - consult with your veterinarian to rule out any possible medical problems.
14 years ago

New Trends in Kitchen Design and Technologies

Eric Goranson, a certified kitchen designer of DeWils Cabinetry, joins Pete and Rob to talk about new innovations in kitchen design.
14 years ago

Director of fishes: Best option for river otters in Oak Harbor is relocation

Many think they're cute. In one Washington town their good looks can't make up for the smell. River otters have become a nuisance to Oak Harbor.
14 years ago

Will automated speed cameras on I-5 threaten traffic flow?

When Dori got wind of an automated speed camera being set up along I-5 in the Centralia area, he had visions of hundreds and hundreds of cars getting tickets for traveling just above the speed limit, but with the flow of traffic.
14 years ago

ADHD drugs could be coffee 2.0 on college campuses

Instead of coffee, studies show one in three students that have either been diagnosed with ADHD or have gotten their hands on the prescription aid for the disorder are popping pills to get them through late night study sessions.
14 years ago

MADD suggests ways you can help prevent drunk driving

After two major traffic accidents Thursday, and a deadly neighborhood crash last week, where alcohol was believed to be a factor in the death and injury of four family members, including a newborn, the conversation about how to stop drunk driving has reached a peak.
14 years ago

Olympia bar owner willing to fight to keep pot smokers

Washington state officials said Wednesday it's not OK for bars to allow marijuana use, and they plan to take steps to close loopholes.
14 years ago

Five teen girls injured in rollover crash near Puyallup

The Washington State Patrol says seat belts saved five teen girls from serious injuries when their car hit a pole and some trees and landed on its roof.
14 years ago

A Dem on Dori? Washington Gov. Jay Inslee makes good on promise to appear

KIRO Radio's Dori Monson had a tough time convincing the last Washington governor to come on his show, but was pleased that Washington's latest governor isn't shy about joining him on the air.
14 years ago

How to go viral: New book promises secrets to contagious concepts

What takes your neighbor's baby giggle video to 200 million views, when your Chihuahua attack vid can't break 50? A new book says the logic behind viral successes isn't all that mysterious, and there are actually some explanations for this type of thing.
14 years ago

Safeco Field boasts even more delicious food as Mariners baseball kicks off

After launching The Pen and rejuvenating the general concessions menu, Ethan Stowell is opening yet another new food option at Safeco Field.
14 years ago

Ingredient of the Week: Jerusalem artichokes

Thierry tries to convince Tom that the nubby Jerusalem artichoke is worth trying.
14 years ago

Eager fans slow down Capitol Hill Block Party lineup announcement

The Capitol Hill Block Party's website came to a screeching halt Tuesday as fans waited for lineup updates.
14 years ago