Former MyNorthwest Content Editor

Dyer Oxley

Dyer Oxley was formerly a MyNorthwest.com Content Editor.

Ron: WWU threats are reflective of a generational problem

After the arrest of a Western Washington Student for alleged online threats, Ron Upshaw believes the problem is more widespread than just one student.
11 years ago

Pronto! data proves Seattle bike share users prefer sunshine, downhill rides

One year's worth of Pronto! bike share data is out, and it tells more than one would expect about Seattle cyclists.
11 years ago

SPD union president: The city is hiding an important staffing study

The president of the Seattle Police Officers Guild alleges that the city is hiding a recent study that proves the police department is understaffed.
11 years ago

Police arrest teen in connection with WWU threats

Police have arrested a 19-year-old student in relation to online threats against students of color at Western Washington University.
11 years ago

Mike Salk learns Christmas lesson of Griswold proportions

710 ESPN Seattle's Mike Salk learned how to properly buy a Christmas tree the hard way. It's a moral many should heed as the holiday season continues.
11 years ago

Dori: Seattle politicians are thrilled to crush tradition

If the tree-lighting ceremony and other downtown traditions are too annoying, Dori says to walk away and take your money with you.
11 years ago

3.0 earthquake shakes Stanwood

A 3.0 earthquake struck near Stanwood, Wash. Monday, after a string of similar quakes in the region last week.
11 years ago

Other cities can’t keep pace with Seattle’s Little Free Libraries

Seattle's is home to a growing number of Little Free Libraries. Perhaps the most in the country.
11 years ago

Police advice: Don’t call 911 for turkey cooking tips

Don't call 9-1-1 for turkey cooking tips like these Puget Sound residents have done. Area law enforcement agencies are reminding folks that 911 is for emergencies.
11 years ago

Amazon responds to New York Nazi criticism

Amazon has released a statement in response to strong criticism over Nazi-styled advertising in New York in promotion of its new web series.
11 years ago

Sheriff Urquhart: No reason to have shot, even once, in Chicago

King County Sheriff John Urquhart said he doesn't see any reason to have fired during the shooting of Chicago's Laquan McDonald, but he is sympathetic to the officers.
11 years ago

City of Seattle, yacht club compromise on bike path

Cyclists may feel the squeeze after the City of Seattle negotiated a compromise with boaters.
11 years ago

It’s alive! Bertha shows signs of movement in recent video

In a recent video released by WSDOT, Bertha's cutter head is rotating smoothly as the boring machine goes through testing.
11 years ago

The top Thanksgiving destinations where Washingtonians are flying

Where are people traveling this Thanksgiving holiday? And when the best drive times are to get to the table on time.
11 years ago

Wind blows metal sheets off Aurora Bridge

Three sheets of metal were blown of off the Aurora Bridge as heavy winds struck the region Tuesday.
11 years ago

Teen girl found beaten, tied up in south Seattle school bathroom

A 16-year-old girl was found tied up in a bathroom at Evergreen High School Tuesday morning.
11 years ago

Thanksgiving etiquette: Who takes home the turkey?

Don asks: Who gets the leftover turkey? The guests? The person who cooked it?
11 years ago

Dave Grohl writes letter to fans in wake of Paris attacks

Foo Fighters Dave Grohl posted an online letter for fans as the band releases a new EP, for free, and speaks about the recent attacks in Paris.
11 years ago

Startup company’s new tech could change development in Seattle

A Seattle startup says it has cracked a development code and can determine areas ripe for development, and what should be built there.
11 years ago

Todd Herman easily finds money for more King County deputies

Todd Herman has a few ideas to provide more funding for cops in King County - and it only took one cup of coffee to figure it out.
11 years ago

Did Rep. Rodne backtrack after making anti-Muslim comments?

After State Rep. Jay Rodne made comments about Muslim on Facebook, he has gone on the record to clarify his statements. Tom Tangney thinks it's "damage control."
11 years ago

State rep. from Snoqualmie under fire for ‘bigoted’ and ‘Islamaphobic’ comments

Republican State Representative Jay Rodne is being called out over recent comments about Muslims. Rodne has responded, saying he is being taken out of context.
11 years ago

‘Super frustrated’ drivers enough reason for lawmaker to combat I-405 tolls

A local lawmaker is drafting a bill that will dramatically alter the new express toll lanes system on I-405. Could it speed things up on the freeway?
11 years ago

Police investigating threats to Seattle mosques, Muslims

The FBI is looking into threats of violence posted on Facebook against Seattle-area mosques and Muslims.
11 years ago