A milestone fix on Seattle’s Mercer Mess this weekend
It's another milestone in fixing Seattle's Mercer Mess, but for thousands of frustrated drivers and many business owners, the re-opening of Fairview Avenue to two-way traffic this weekend will only ease some of their pain.14 years ago
Seattle mayor regrets public fighting; wants to sit down with city attorney, monitor
Seattle Mayor Mike McGinn says he's ready to end the squabbling and work together with the city attorney and the independent monitor on a plan to reform the Seattle Police Department.14 years ago
Calls threaten restraining orders, but they’re phishing to steal your identity
The voice on the line tells you there's a complaint that's been filed against you and you only have 48 hours to respond or face a restraining order.14 years ago
Heroin problem in Puget Sound area getting younger
It's being called an epidemic with tragic consequences. An alarming number of teens and young adults in the Puget Sound area are going from prescription pain killers to heroin as their drug of choice.14 years ago
Mother keeps daughter’s memory alive with ‘Marah Project’
After her daughter's death from a heroin overdose, longtime Seattle television journalist Penny LeGate found a special way to honor her memory. She's created a project to help other struggling teens get on a path to a better life.14 years ago
Forterra plays big role in how we enjoy our natural beauty
From our rivers to our forests and farmland, and the snow-capped Cascade and Olympic mountains, it's hard to think of an area that has more natural beauty. A non-profit organization called Forterra is playing a big role in making sure we can still enjoy all of it, many years down the road.14 years ago
Nearly killed by concussions suffered during football, Maple Valley man makes amazing progress
A catastrophic head injury during a junior high football game six years ago made Zack Lystedt a national symbol of the dangers of concussions.14 years ago
Police investigating 10 pound bag of pot found at Kmart
It was a different kind of Blue Light special at the north Seattle K-Mart.14 years ago
Fewer people dying from prescription pain medication
The state Health Department says fewer people died from prescription pain medication overdoses from 2008 to 2011 after a sharp increase in the previous decade.14 years ago
Edmonds officer resigns amidst sex charges
An Edmonds police officer accused of having sex with a woman he'd picked up for jaywalking has now quit.14 years ago
12th Man generates biggest Seattle TV ratings in years
79-percent of TV's in the Seattle-area that were on Sunday were tuned to the Seahawks game, the most-watched TV in event in town since the 2006 Super Bowl.14 years ago
Building a tiny dream home of their own
A Snohomish couple gave up city life for a much simpler existence, and a much smaller house: only 140 square feet. Which has all of us asking: could you do it?14 years ago
Drowsy driving increases, 1 in 24 have fallen asleep at the wheel
Falling asleep behind the wheel may happen more often than you think.14 years ago
Why I was charged $130 for watching a movie in Vancouver, BC
If you're planning a trip to Vancouver, B.C. or anywhere else internationally you could end up with a shockingly high cell phone bill if you're not careful.14 years ago
Company wants to introduce marijuana vending machines to Washington
They could be coming to Washington soon: pot vending machines.14 years ago
Russia, US playing politics may only harm families, orphaned children
A political controversy is causing heartbreak for families ready to adopt orphans from Russia.14 years ago
Stop sweating success; work on your happiness in the present
According to a former Harvard researcher, the best resolution you can make to truly impact your life is to work on being happy - right now.14 years ago
Woman celebrates her birthday with random acts of kindness
A former Seattle resident's plan to celebrate her birthday with random acts of kindness took on even more meaning following the school massacre in Connecticut.14 years ago
Breakthrough cancer treatment reprograms immune system with disabled form of virus that causes AIDS
It's a breakthrough in the fight against cancer: A 7-year-old girl who was dying from leukemia is in remission after doctors reprogrammed her immune system to kill the cancer.14 years ago
Suspect shot after leading Lakewood cops on 10-mile chase
Two Lakewood police officers shot a man late Sunday night after he opened fire on them following a 10-mile chase.14 years ago
FareStart transforming lives through food
It's about great food but more importantly, it's also about transforming lives. A program in Seattle called FareStart is empowering homeless people and addicts to leave their demons behind and learn how to live on their own.14 years ago
School year gets much longer for students in pilot program
School for thousands of public school students is about to get longer. Five states are announcing Monday they are adding at least 300 hours of learning time to the calendar starting next year.14 years ago
