President nominates REI CEO Sally Jewell for Secretary of the Interior
President Barack Obama on Wednesday will nominate business executive Sally Jewell to lead the Interior Department, an administration official said.14 years ago
Ray’s Boathouse reopens after major renovation
A Northwest restaurant dubbed an "American Classic" by the James Beard Foundation has just completed a major re-haul including a major remodel and a big menu update.14 years ago
Everett, Vancouver named most romantic Washington cities
When you think of romantic spots in our fair state, do you think of a kiss at the top of Columbia Tower? A stroll down the quaint streets of Leavenworth after a snowfall? A hike in the woods outside of North Bend?14 years ago
New study says Seattle-area traffic is bad, and bound to get worse
When it comes to sitting in traffic, Seattle is tied for ninth with Philadelphia in the top ten list of large metro cities, according to a new study.14 years ago
Former Seattle Police negotiator shares perspective on Alabama hostage situation
There are indications of fight or flight in negotiation situations - when a suspect is holding a hostage and the police have to intervene.14 years ago
War widow’s story of husband’s suicide becoming all too common
Jared committed suicide on June 28, 2011. A story that we're learning is all too common for military personnel who have been deployed overseas.14 years ago
Tom Tangney’s favorite Super Bowl ads
On the countdown to Super Bowl commercial greatness, Tom picked two serious, weighty Chrysler ads, reminiscent of that Eminem ad about Detroit and the auto industry, and the Clint Eastwood ad for Chrysler ad about it's halftime in America, and one ad that managed to poke fun at all the others.14 years ago
Cute players to watch in this year’s Puppy Bowl
The 49ers and the Ravens won't be the only athletes hitting the field on Sunday. The date will also mark the ninth annual Puppy Bowl on Animal Planet.14 years ago
Two-decade game of tag keeps group of friends together
It's no easy feat holding onto a circle of friends as time and distance conspire to drift you farther and farther away from each other, but one local man's group has found a way to stay in touch, even if being touched is the last thing they want.14 years ago
Ingredient of the week: Lobster
As Valentine's Day approaches, or if you're just planning a special meal for the ones you love, Thierry Rautureau has some suggestions for cooking lobster.14 years ago
‘Gay’ dog finds home after being dropped off at kill shelter
It was a happy ending for a dog facing death after his owner dropped him off at a kill shelter because he was "gay."14 years ago
Pet of the week: Michelangelo
Meet Michelangelo! He's an adorable 3-month-old kitten with a purr of a much larger cat.14 years ago
Seattle police break up murder-for-hire plot
The Seattle Police Department report they broke up a murder-for-hire plot being organized by an inmate out of the King County Jail.14 years ago
GeekWire app of the week: 1 Second Everyday
Perhaps GeekWire intern Lily Katz used this week's app of the week to record her first appearance on the GeekWire podcast.14 years ago
Roofing nails, paint spill on Renton freeway cause big traffic backups
A paint spill closed down the two right lanes of northbound SR 167, just before on 10 a.m. on Wednesday.14 years ago
Expert guest bringing 20 years of veterinary experience to show
Dr. Brad Crauer with the Seattle Humane Society will be our special guest this weekend on "It's Raining Cats and Dogs."14 years ago
Former inspector general says FAA dropped the ball on Boeing batteries
In 2007 the Federal Aviation Administration knew there was problems with the lithium ion battery that would be used inside the Boeing 787 Dreamliner. According to the former Inspector General of the Department of Transportation, the FAA at the same time gave Boeing permission to use the troubled batteries.14 years ago
Video: Macklemore and Ryan Lewis meet a new record exec
It's your standard record contract ... a pair of shoes and a can of beans.14 years ago
A Super Bowl snack that marries three cities
The ultimate Super Bowl snack should reflect three things: The place where the Super Bowl is being played, and the two cities from which the competing teams hail.14 years ago
Why don’t you wash your hands after going to the bathroom?
A new study revealing a quarter of the time men don't wash their hands after going to the bathroom has KIRO Radio host Andrew Walsh asking: "Why?"14 years ago
One man, one phone call, and one less violent arcade game
It only took one phone call to make a difference. A man in Yonkers, New York didn't have a good feeling when just after the Aurora, Colo. shooting he walked into his local mega-chain movieplex and saw the arcade game "Buck Hunter" on prominent display and in use by kids.14 years ago
Despite bipartisan immigration plan, group still plans to fight reform
Seeking swift action on immigration, President Barack Obama on Tuesday will try to rally public support behind his proposals for giving millions of illegal immigrants a pathway to citizenship, as well as making improvements to the legal immigration system and border security.14 years ago
Lake Stevens cop ordered to work on his communication skills
After a bar fight and a civil rights lawsuit a Lake Stevens police officer is being ordered to work on his communication skills.14 years ago
