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Seattle School Board chooses new superintendent

While the official announcement of their decision isn't until Wednesday, the Seattle School Board has chosen Jose Banda as its new superintendent.
15 years ago

Two men arrested after false car theft report

Two men were arrested over the weekend after police responded to a car theft report and found the owner of the vehicle sitting in the front seat.
15 years ago

Wife of suspect in prison guard killing files for divorce

The wife of an inmate accused of killing Monroe correctional officer Jayme Biendl is cutting loose from her man.
15 years ago

City of Seattle warns of potential for violence at May 1 protests

The city of Seattle is warning residents that protesters may be planning to use demonstrations around the city on May 1 as an opportunity to commit violence.
15 years ago

6-year-old boy falls from third-story window in Seattle

A 6-year-old boy who fell out a third-story window in Seattle suffered head and leg injuries, but is expected to survive.
15 years ago

Susan Powell described family problems in emails

Before she disappeared, Susan Powell told friends and co-workers her husband had become moody and controlling, and she feared he could harm her.
15 years ago

Police find body of murder suspect inside fortified bunker

Police found a bunker they believe belongs to Peter Keller, a suspect in the murder of two women, his wife and daughter.
15 years ago

Ciscoe Morris says it’s too early for tomatoes, but not for Japanese Maples

It's going to be another beautiful April weekend, according to forecasters, and maybe the perfect time to get outside and get your flower beds and landscaping into tip-top shape.
15 years ago

Bigger trout will greet 300,000 anglers expected out for opening day

The Washington Fish and Wildlife Department expects more than 300,000 anglers to go fishing Saturday on opening day of the lowland lakes trout fishing season.
15 years ago

Executive Aaron Reardon among county officials receiving raise

Despite being under investigation for allegedly mis- using taxpayer money and his office to support an affair and his campaign, Snohomish County Executive Aaron Reardon is getting a raise.
15 years ago

Seattle Kitchen recommends: Best burgers

Sunshine means it's time for grilling. So with the first sights of sun appearing in the Northwest, the Seattle Kitchen Show decided it was time to talk burgers.
15 years ago

Weekend traffic guide: 520 closed in both directions

The 520 bridge and ramps will be closed all weekend while crews move 42 concrete girders into position.
15 years ago

Authorities have hundreds of leads in search for suspect in North Bend killings

The King County Sheriff's office says they've received hundreds of leads in the search for accused killer Peter Keller.
15 years ago

Son of sheriff’s spokesman charged with child rape, molestation

The 19-year-old son of the Pierce County Sheriff's spokesman Ed Troyer has been charged with child rape and molestation for allegedly having sex with a 14-year-old.
15 years ago

Local reporter uncovers more to the Secret Service scandal in El Salvador

When an investigative reporter from KIRO TV heard a rumor last year while on a trip to El Salvador, about mouthy Secret Service agents, he had to believe it was merely a rumor. The security subcontractor who had talked to Chris Halsne wouldn't go in front of a camera or on tape to confirm events much like the recent controversy in Cartagena, Colombia.
15 years ago

Son of Space Needle designer shares details of how it came to be

The son of the man responsible for the design of the Space Needle doesn't know who picked the color, but he does have a lot of insight into how the design came to be.
15 years ago

Seattle Mayor McGinn pleads to community to help fight gun violence

The city of Seattle wanted to put a face to the latest death by gun violence to get residents' attention on an issue that the mayor said requires the community's support to resolve.
15 years ago

Bremerton burglary suspect leaves ID at crime scene

A burglary suspect in Bremerton has been arrested after leaving behind more than his fingerprints.
15 years ago

Residents cost Washington millions buying sales-tax-free Oregon, online products

Washington residents are costing the state about $80 million a year in revenue when they head south of the border to Oregon to go shopping.
15 years ago

Art Institute student dies of gunshot wound after ‘random’ attack

She was only 21 years old and had just moved to Seattle to study at the art institute but a gunshot proved fatal for a young women walking home early Sunday.
15 years ago

Missing North Bend man named suspect in murder of wife, daughter

Police have filed charges against a missing man for the murder of two North Bend women.
15 years ago

Snohomish County deputy files lawsuit over police dog bite

A Snohomish County Sheriff's deputy is suing Lynnwood's police department over a police dog bite.
15 years ago

Stinky smell in Everett sends 11 people to hospital

Something with a bad odor made people sick Wednesday morning at Everest College in Everett.
15 years ago

Missing Everett mom found safe in Florida

Police say an Everett woman reported missing in February has been found safe in Florida.
15 years ago