Cyclist Scott Mercier walked away from Armstrong, doping
He had a chance to join one of the most successful cycling teams in the U.S., but when it came down to doping, he said no and walked away.14 years ago
In wake of Aaron Swartz suicide, friend says prosecution was unjustifiable
Struggling with depression wasn't an unfamiliar feeling for Aaron Swartz, and his federal court case was set to begin in February, where he was facing up to 35 years in prison. The walls might have felt like they were closing in.14 years ago
Jodie Foster comes out at Golden Globes
Jodie Foster came out without really coming out, and suggested she was retiring from acting without exactly saying so, in a long, breathless and rambling speech at Sunday night's Golden Globe Awards.14 years ago
Judge: Tully’s Coffee goes to Patrick Dempsey’s investment group
The auction for the beleaguered Tully's Coffee chain concluded Friday in federal bankruptcy court, with a judge approving the sale to an ownership group led by actor Patrick Dempsey.14 years ago
How gun deaths are being tracked on a day to day basis
No official was documenting these deaths on a real time basis. Both the FBI's violent crime division and the CDC document gun deaths on year by year basis. As a result, following Newtown, the most recent comprehensive numbers on people killed in the U.S. using guns was 2009.14 years ago
“Done Deal”: New report says Sacramento Kings sold to Seattle, Maloofs out
Following days of speculation that the Sacramento Kings would be sold to investor Chris Hansen for a Seattle team, a new, unconfirmed report says its a done deal.14 years ago
Did Patrick Dempsey use charm unfairly in Tully’s auction?
The auction for beleaguered coffee company Tully's will likely conclude Friday in federal bankruptcy court, with an ownership group led by actor Patrick Dempsey in position to take over the chain. But Starbucks isn't' out of the running.14 years ago
Bus catches fire on southbound I-5 express lanes in Seattle
A bus caught fire just after 7 a.m. - leading to standstill on the interstate during the peak of morning rush hour.14 years ago
Gun advocate: As a woman I’m passionate about protecting myself, family
Advocates have been making their voice heard with the threat of gun control limiting their freedom to own and use firearms.14 years ago
Loss of classic Monopoly piece will be a ‘heartbreaker’
Monopoly players that are fans of the wheelbarrow playing piece better take notice. The piece is currently on the losing end of votes to remove one of the classic play tokens as Hasbro runs a promotion to bring a new piece into play.14 years ago
Flu will likely become more widespread within week, official says
There have been six flu deaths so far in Washington, and while that number is down from years past, the flu outbreak isn't over yet.14 years ago
Starbucks, AgriNurture contest Tully’s sale to Patrick Dempsey
A company that teamed up with Starbucks Corp. to bid for the Tully's Coffee chain filed an objection Wednesday challenging the winning offer made by "Grey's Anatomy" star Patrick Dempsey.14 years ago
Tacoma the gayest city in America, says ‘Advocate’
When it comes to the "gayest city in America," Washington is home to the preeminent LGBT magazine's pick, Tacoma.14 years ago
Chance of snow, cold temps continue in Western Washington
Some areas around the Puget Sound saw a dusting of snow Thursday. Snow fell north of Everett in the morning and forecasters say areas to the south could see some rain and snow mix as the day continues.14 years ago
More scattered snow forecast for Western Washignton
A few flakes fell in the morning around the Puget Sound, but it wasn't meant to last.14 years ago
Lingerie Football League looks for legitimacy with name change
The Lingerie Football League has made a name change; they say to help get the league more recognition as a sport. The league will now be known as the Legends Football League.14 years ago
Amazon sends out emails to Notre Dame, Alabama fans early
The Irish were quiet by Alabama's first drive. But before either team hit the field, Amazon hit send on a batch of emails just a little too early.14 years ago
You’re paying more for health care despite $1B insurance surplus
Despite healthcare reform, you are likely going to continue paying more for your health insurance, even though your insurance company has extra cash on hand.14 years ago
Luke Burbank: Conflict shown in latest SPD video didn’t have to happen
After watching a video released Friday by a lawyer showing a Seattle police officer striking a man during an arrest in 2010, KIRO Radio's Luke Burbank says the thing that bothers him most is that it appears the conflict didn't have to happen.14 years ago
Chance of lowland snow in the forecast for Seattle area
A chance of lowland snow is in the forecast for the Puget Sound area this week.14 years ago
Wine drinkers trend toward lighter fare in 2013
With the year just starting up, chef Tom Douglas wanted to know which wine is pairing best with hot new trends.14 years ago
GeekWire app of the week: Spaceteam
"Activate Dark Rim!" "Set Sigmaclapper to 0." "Dial up the Copernicus Crane." These are just a few of the crazy commands you might shout out playing this week's GeekWire app of the week: Spaceteam.14 years ago
Former governor, Google exec to ask for Lynnwood man’s freedom in North Korea
A delegation of private U.S. citizens landed in North Korea Monday morning to try and free a Lynnwood man who's been jailed there for two months.14 years ago
