Former MyNorthwest Content Editor

Nick Bowman

Nick was formerly a MyNorthwest.com Content Editor.

‘Weary’ from impeachment debate, WA Rep. Denny Heck retires from Congress

After serving as Washington's state's District 10 Congressman since 2013, Rep. Denny Heck announced his retirement late Wednesday morning. 
7 years ago

Report: Gov. Inslee looking to expand vaping restrictions in Washington

Gov. Jay Inslee is reportedly looking into even more stringent regulations on vaping products, for what's escalated into a statewide health crisis. 
7 years ago

Durkan touts mayoral accomplishments in ‘Two Years of Action’ report

To celebrate the recently-passed anniversary of two years as Seattle's mayor, Jenny Durkan released a report detailing her time in City Hall. 
7 years ago

Burien wins key victory in lawsuit over Sea-Tac Airport noise

After years of deliberation, debate, and appeals, Burien won a key victory in an ongoing lawsuit against the Federal Aviation Administration.
7 years ago

State AG files motion in bid to enact $30 car tab measure

Following an injunction, AG Bob Ferguson is asking the state Supreme Court to allow the recently-passed $30 car tabs measure to move forward as planned.
7 years ago

Washington Rep. Jayapal: ‘We’re bending over backward to be fair’ in impeachment hearings

As impeachment proceedings continue, Washington Rep. Pramila Jayapal spoke out in a defense of a process Republicans claim has unfairly excluded them. 
7 years ago

Seattle area gets driest November in over 40 years

Despite typically averaging over six-and-a-half inches of rain in November, the Seattle area was uncharacteristically dry this year.
7 years ago

Light snow briefly arrives in Western Washington

The Puget Sound region finally got its first taste of snow for the season, albeit a short-lived one.
7 years ago

King County judge pauses $30 car tabs while I-976 goes to court

A judge ruled in favor of Seattle and King County's bid to put a temporarily halt on I-976, effectively halting the $30 car tabs measure while it plays out in court.
7 years ago

Sawant: Seattle’s budget for 2020 ‘not a moral document’

Seattle's 2020 budget was approved by all but one councilmember in Kshama Sawant, who objected to a handful aspects related to homelessness, policing, and more.
7 years ago

Uber, Lyft tax sets stage for showdown between mayor and Seattle council

A recently-approved tax on Uber and Lyft could end up with a tug-of-war between Mayor Jenny Durkan and Seattle City Council in the days ahead.
7 years ago

Chance of light snow across Puget Sound remains as cold weather sets in

According to the National Weather Service, a convergence zone could bring light snow to the Puget Sound region just before the Thanksgiving holiday.
7 years ago

2020 gun control agenda targets limits on high-capacity magazines

The Alliance for Gun Responsibility continues to push for a handful of gun control measures, most recently in the form of its 2020 legislative agenda.
7 years ago

Seattle police arrest suspect believed to be ‘prolific’ porch pirate

Seattle police south precinct teamed up with U.S. Postal Inspectors Wednesday to apprehend someone in Georgetown they suspect is a "prolific" porch pirate.
7 years ago

Forecasters weigh in on chances of Thanksgiving snow in Seattle

Less than a week out from Thanksgiving, a good deal of uncertainty continues to surround the big snow question in Seattle.
7 years ago

Report: Seattle sees biggest dip in nation in solo-driving commuters

New U.S. census data indicates that Seattle saw the largest recent drop in commuters driving alone into work among the 100 largest cities in the country. 
7 years ago

Clear weather gives Seattle chance to catch aurora borealis

If clear skies continue to hold, the aurora borealis could very well be making an appearance in Seattle's night sky between Wednesday and Thursday.
7 years ago

Tacoma OKs tiny home villages to combat growing homeless crisis

Tacoma City Council voted Tuesday to allow the construction of tiny home villages to house its homeless population.
7 years ago

WSDOT giving out free pieces of demolished Alaskan Way Viaduct

As the Alaskan Way Viaduct demolition wraps up, residents are being given a chance to literally get a piece of the action.
7 years ago

Seattle’s sunny November to pick back up for rest of week

After almost 10 straight days of rain, the Seattle area will once again get an uncommon streak of sunny weather in November.
7 years ago

Study paints grim picture for Seattle millennials looking to buy homes

New data from Apartment List claims that 77 percent of Seattle's millennial renters are not on track to buy a home in the next five years.
7 years ago

Washington expands vaping ban to include potentially dangerous chemical

The Washington State Health Department is banning all vaping products that contain a chemical known as vitamin E acetate.
7 years ago

Seattle Children’s details mold outbreaks dating back to 2001

Seattle Children's revealed a history of mold infections dating all the way back to 2001, affecting seven additional patients.
7 years ago

Seattle income tax case inches toward Washington Supreme Court

Seattle's income tax case is moving forward, with the city officially putting in its request to have it heard before the Washington State Supreme Court.
7 years ago