No zombie sightings despite warning on 520
There weren't any sightings of reanimated corpses along 520, but there was a warning of "zombie's ahead" on the well-traveled state route Monday morning.15 years ago
Weather hampering recovery of Rainier ranger’s body
A helicopter is on stand-by and fellow climbers are waiting at Camp Schurman on Mount Rainier for a break in the weather so they can get to a ranger's body.15 years ago
Five hikers lost near North Bend safely arrive to trailhead
Five hikers who spent the night on Mailbox Peak near North Bend arrived back at the trailhead parking lot unharmed Monday morning.15 years ago
Janitor’s union approves strike if deal not reached
Local janitors have authorized their bargaining team to call a strike if their employers continue to push for major cuts in their medical benefits.15 years ago
Taxi drivers form union with local Teamsters
Taxi drivers in Seattle in King County have voted to unionize.15 years ago
Subject of Seattle film talks about the movie that almost destroyed him
It derailed his life and he was eating out of food banks for three years.15 years ago
Nutritionist, trainer share three key tips for slim summer bod
Summertime is the time many start thinking about how they'll look in that old bathing suit. With that in mind, Bill Radke called in the experts to get the best advice on how to shape up for the season, and maybe for good.15 years ago
Olympia woman must return to prison for 2001 UW arson
A former Olympia woman is sentenced to four years in prison for helping plan an arson attack at the University of Washington's Center for Urban Horticulture in 2001.15 years ago
Court: Sister of cop killer Maurice Clemmons wrongly convicted
A state appeals court has overturned the conviction and dismissed the case against LaTanya Clemmons.15 years ago
Seattle Kitchen: Jury is still out on privatizing liquor sales
At the beginning of this month, liquor sales were handed over from the state to private businesses. As restaurant owners, Seattle Kitchen Show hosts Tom Douglas and Thierry Rautureau, say they're still keeping an eye on how the switch has impacted their bottom line.15 years ago
Microsoft median starting pay near top of tech industry
New Microsoft hires are near the top of the list for highest starting pay, according to a new report from PayScale.15 years ago
Vengeful gamer incites SWAT response with false shooting report
A 911 call reporting a man had shot his 14- year-old daughter because she was pregnant turned out to be a hoax.15 years ago
Suspect turns self in after two shot in Lake City
Police have a suspect in custody after two men were shot in Lake City on Thursday.15 years ago
Mount Rainier ranger killed in rescue; four climbers safe
A Mount Rainier ranger involved in the rescue effort to pull four climbers off Mount Rainier has died. Rescue efforts continued through Friday afternoon until the last climber safely descended the mountain.15 years ago
Judge rules ‘Mexican piss’ lawsuit should go forward against Seattle Police
A federal judge has ruled a lawsuit against the City of Seattle and a police officer who used racially charged language should go forward.15 years ago
Marathon, Pride parades to impact weekend traffic in Seattle
Pride weekend and a marathon among other events planned throughout Seattle will likely cause problems when traveling from Point A to Point B in the Emerald City.15 years ago
Research says you forget names because you don’t care that much
Richard Harris is a professor of psychology and he has determined that people who have a vital interest in remembering names (politicians, teachers,) or people who enjoy being social and meeting new people remember names.15 years ago
Seattle pool allows topless breast cancer survivor
The Seattle Parks and Recreation Department has reversed a decision by its aquatics manager and decided to allow a woman to swim topless.15 years ago
‘Take Your Dog To Work Day’ or leave the pup at home
Unless your furry friend plans on sleeping like this under your desk, among the busyness of the office, you might want to leave them at home. (MyNorthwest.com/Alyssa Kleven) It’s time for another one of those “national days” that bears little significance on you until a coworker shows up with cookies for “Chocolate Chip Cookie Day” […]15 years ago
Seattle gets a new Indian restaurant in Belltown
Geogy Chacko, the chef and owner behind Belltown's Far Eats was the chef part of the team that created the original Beba's Delis and the Chutneys group of restaurants.15 years ago
KIRO Radio on Tour highlights: Chris Sullivan chases down escaped inmate, Radke and Upshaw discord
Did you know KIRO Reporter Chris Sullivan once chased down an escaped inmate in Kent? Also, that Ron Upshaw is not a fan of Bill Radke's songwriting. These were among the stories listeners learned at the closing of the KIRO Radio on Tour series in Bellevue on Wednesday.15 years ago
Video: Dad of underage girl gives adult boyfriend brutal spanking
What do you do when you find out your underage daughter is having sex with a 27-year-old? Apparently, you find the 27-year-old, you tell him to lie on the ground, and you spank the heck out of him.15 years ago
Tacoma homeowner shoots intruder in face
Police say a Tacoma homeowner shot a would-be intruder in the face with a shotgun when the man tried to break in through a window.15 years ago
