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Operation Hire Me a success

Time is up in the challenge for career coach Bob Rosner to secure a job for Ross and Burbank Show listener Barb.
14 years ago

John Curley meets Seattle homeless face-to-face with Union Gospel Mission

After hosting a charity auction for the Union Gospel Mission in October, KIRO Radio host John Curley was invited to ride along on one of their search and rescue missions. The experience of a trip in a rickety old 1980s van traveling between homeless camps around the city was something he had to share on Seattle's Morning News.
14 years ago

In attempt to find missing Olympia man, police uncover child pornography

A former employee of the Capitol Playhouse in Olympia has been charged with 14 counts of child pornography, but police might not have found the evidence if the accused hadn't gone missing first.
14 years ago

More trees are sprouting on top of Seattle’s Space Needle

It may be counterintuitive, but the break in rain has given way to new trees sprouting up in Seattle.
14 years ago

VIDEO: Brazilian TV show films scariest prank ever

A Brazilian variety show called "Programa Silvio Santos" regularly plays hidden camera tricks on unsuspecting audience members.
14 years ago

Mannequins may be watching you

Most understand the purpose of mannequins in a store as displays for you to look at, but a new type of mannequin will actually be looking back at you.
14 years ago

Oven for firing glass heats up turkeys on Thanksgiving for Nickelsville

While some were using their smartphone to shop under the table during Thanksgiving, a local artist was busy cooking 10 20-pound turkeys for the people of Nickelsville.
14 years ago

Cyber Monday may smash records, make history

Americans were expected to spend $1.5 billion online on Cyber Monday.
14 years ago

Holiday ham tips from Northwest chef Tom Douglas

A classic baked ham on the table is a sight familiar to many households around holiday time. Seattle Kitchen host Tom Douglas says the best advice for making this dish delicious is keeping it simple.
14 years ago

Ingredient of the week: Ham

A holiday ham is a traditional part of the season for many. The Seattle Kitchen Staff shares their tips for making a fabulous holiday ham.
14 years ago

Amazon ranks as top Black Friday online destination

Amazon.com scored the highest in drawing online visitors in a record-breaking Black Friday.
14 years ago

It’s a holiday for snow bunnies hitting ski slopes opening this weekend

The heavy rain that brought flooding to western Washington earlier this week dumped enough snow in the mountains that most ski areas have opened for business.
14 years ago

Westlake Center bails on tradition; Christmas tree farmer praises the real thing

In a city that's known for being green all year long, some are taking it to heart that one of Seattle's most prominent Christmas trees will be made of plastic.
14 years ago

Foodie advice on cooking for one

Cooking as a single person can be kind of disheartening as many recipes are made for four or more. The Seattle Kitchen staff decided to consult a couple of food experts who happen to be single to see what methods they employ to keep food exciting even when you're cooking for only one.
14 years ago

Soaked Nickelsville can use dry clothes, rain gear

The homeless encampment Nickelsville was flooded by heavy rains on Monday.
14 years ago

Why you should do your research before buying Black Friday ‘doorbusters’

Do your research. Decide.com thinks it is a common misconception that you're going to get great deals across the board on Black Friday.
14 years ago

Where to take out-of-towners for something ‘Seattle’ to eat at Pike Place Market

If you have out-of towners visiting and you live in the Puget Sound - it's almost a guarantee they will want to go to one of Seattle's most famous tourist locations: Pike Place Market.
14 years ago

Walmart workers plan strike for Black Friday

Black Friday should be the biggest shopping day of the year, but for some it will be day to protest how they are treated by their big-box employer.
14 years ago

Final storm has yet to move through already wet Washington

Scattered storms with a few breaks of dry relief continue to travel through the Puget Sound area. Wednesday morning's commute could still be wet and slow.
14 years ago

Snohomish County deputy injured in hit and run

A Snohomish County Sheriff's deputy is being treated for injuries at the site of an accident in front of Mariner High School in South Everett.
14 years ago

Teen paralyzed after landing on neck during gymnastics dismount

A 15-year-old girl was paralyzed from the chest down in a gymnastics accident in Sumner.
14 years ago

Video: PSY and MC Hammer blew our minds last night

heck out the crazy mash-up performance by Korean superstar PSY and noted parachute pants model MC Hammer from last night's American Music Awards.
14 years ago

Wines to pair with your Thanksgiving feast

The countdown has begun for turkey day, but there's still time to fancy up your feast with some special wines to pair with your holiday eats.
14 years ago

Where to dine out around Seattle this Thanksgiving

The irony of one of the biggest food holiday's of the year is that most restaurants are closed so their employees can celebrate. But what if you just don't want to dine in this Thursday? Let's Eat host and Seattle Times restaurant critic Providence Cicero looked up a few places that will still be serving.
14 years ago