John Curley and Shari Elliker
Lowest amount of Washingtonians identifying as Republicans in years
The gap between those who identify as Republican and Democrat in Washington state has grown. There is a 20 point differential, with 41 percent of state voters now identifying as Democrat, and 21 percent identifying as Republican.5 years ago
Washington state ranks 8th in nation for life expectancy
It may not impact your day at all, but a new study from Senior Living found that Washington state has the eighth-highest life expectancy in the country.5 years ago
Reward-based treatment helps fight rise in Washington meth addiction
While meth addiction has risen in Washington state of late, a new treatment using rewards and prizes appears to be helping.5 years ago
Bikini baristas continuing legal fight against Everett dress code
After a recent ruling by the Court of Appeals siding with the City of Everett against bikini baristas, the workers are now looking for a rehearing at appeals court, and potential taking the case to the Supreme Court.5 years ago
New Washington law cracks down on newcomers who don’t register vehicles
A new law is hoping to convince newcomers to obtain a Washington state driver license and re-register their vehicles locally within 30 days.5 years ago
New Seattle school dress code affirms expression, limits body shaming
A new dress code from the Seattle school gives students more choice while seeking to avoid any shaming.5 years ago
Overnight Lacey lot may fingerprint homeless if they don’t have ID
The city of Lacey may fingerprint homeless people who want to sleep in an overnight lot with restrooms and security.5 years ago
Are needle exchanges making the opioid health crisis worse?
Numerous public officials around Washington believe needle exchanges are exacerbating the opioid crisis, with discarded needles appearing in streets and public parks.5 years ago
What shouldn’t qualify as a second passenger in an HOV lane?
Trying to get away with driving in the HOV lane without a passenger is becoming a more expensive proposition. What shouldn't count as a second passenger?5 years ago
Washington graduation rate inaccurately tracked, lags behind nation
The Washington state high school graduation rates have lagged behind the rest of the nation of late, and a new report suggests that the numbers may be even lower.5 years ago
Study: Washington ranked 5th worst state to retire, with Nebraska 1st
The Bankrate.com report found Washington is the fifth worst state in the country to spend your twilight years, based on factors including affordability, crime, culture, weather, and wellness, among others.5 years ago
Why Seattle’s light rail expansion is taking so long
The $54 billion tax package to finance eight light-rail extensions is likely not to see the fruits of its labor for up to 22 years.5 years ago
Homeless camp sweeps are up: Is Seattle shuffling them out of sight?
Without any announcements or fanfare, the city of Seattle has seemingly ramped up homeless camp sweeps in 2019, more so than last year.5 years ago
Where does Inslee stand heading into the first Democratic debate?
On Wednesday Governor Jay Inslee will get his biggest audience yet as he takes the stage for first of the Democratic debates.5 years ago
Snohomish County rebranding as ‘Seattle NorthCountry’ to attract visitors
Snohomish is looking to attract visitors north with a new branding strategy. Would you visit "Seattle NorthCountry True PNW"?5 years ago
Should Seattle force treatment for severe drug addicts and mentally ill?
San Francisco authorities can now force those with debilitating mental illness and drug addiction into treatment. Should Seattle do the same?5 years ago
Should colleges be using ‘adversity index’ for admissions?
The University of Washington is one of 50 schools nationwide to use a new tool colloquially referred to as a "adversity index" that measures the level of adversity a student faced as part of their application process.5 years ago
Vacant 25-acre piece of land may become a new Seattle neighborhood
In a city filled with rising rents and relentless redevelopment, you don't often hear about new land becoming available. A 25-acre property between the Magnolia Bridge and the Interbay Golf Course is about to be vacant, and it may be big enough to be its own neighborhood.5 years ago
Report: Suspicions focus on missing pins from Seattle crane collapse
Suspicions around the recent fatal crane collapse in Seattle's South Lake Union neighborhood are centering in on the structure's pins and incorrect disassembling practices.5 years ago
Is it necessary to fine bars if closed captioning isn’t on TVs?
A new Seattle law will now insist that restaurants, bars, gyms, and pretty much any business with a television to have the closed captioning switched on.5 years ago
Tom and Curley: Reflecting on the weekend’s Seattle crane collapse
As Mercer and surrounding streets are reopened, investigators are looking into causes behind a fatal crane collapse in South Lake Union that killed four people on Saturday. Tom and Curley discuss the random nature of tragedies such as these.5 years ago
Dump-diving eagles in Renton bring shame to our nation
The national symbol of America is not comporting itself in way that befits a national symbol, since about 200 bald eagles have been found frequenting the Cedar Hills Regional Landfill near Renton, picking through sweet morsels of trash.5 years ago
Seattle school displays names of those in detention: does shame work?
Washington Middle School recently projected a list of seven middle-schoolers in the lunchroom under the title, "Detention Today." It hasn't gone over well in Seattle.5 years ago
