Chason Gordon
Washington schools need later start times, since they keep waking me up
Numerous studies have shown that later school start times has numerous benefits for students and kids. Plus, I will get to sleep in later.5 years ago
Nick Bowman
Can a new dating app break the Seattle freeze?
Seattle consistently ranks as one of the hardest cities for dating, something a new app is looking to tackle.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
UW nutritionist: Non-meat Impossible burgers don’t deserve a health halo
According to UW Medicine dietitian Judy Simon, the Impossible and Beyond burgers are not nearly as healthy as advertised and probably won't grant you eternal life.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Seattle taxis upgrade in effort to compete with rideshares
Hop into a Yellow Cab these days and you will see some changes that include new smart readers that use GPS to dispatch, track, and toll rides.5 years ago
Dyer Oxley
Opinion: Sorry, but Seattle does not have the best public transportation
Seattle has the best public transportation system in the United States. Really? Seriously?! I beg to differ. And this is why.5 years ago
Nick Bowman
Seattle, County homeless response paralyzed by bureaucracy
While Seattle and King County face a homelessness crisis, the homeless response and any solutions seem to be few and far between in the face of bureaucracy.5 years ago
Dyer Oxley
Seattle is one of the worst cities to drive in
Seattle ranks as the seventh worst city to drive in, according to seven experts crunching some numbers. This puts the city in the company of LA and New York.5 years ago
Stephanie Klein
How Washington schools are stealing your children’s dreams
Insufficient sleep in adolescents is a public health issue, among other problems. The solution: later school start times. It's time for districts to change.5 years ago
Dyer Oxley
Seattle homeless families left with few options for housing
I've encountered a few instances of parents panhandling with children at Seattle grocery stores. If they wanted, couldn't they get shelter if they asked? Having children only complicates matters if you're homeless.5 years ago
Nick Bowman
Opinion: Jay Inslee may be out of presidential race, but his effect remains
Even without gaudy poll numbers throughout his short-lived presidential campaign, Jay Inslee's effect on the 2020 politic landscape remains.5 years ago
Dyer Oxley
Seattle commute: 10 best cities for that daily drive into the city
The Seattle commute can be considered a downside of living in the Puget Sound region. But drivers from these cities suffer a little bit less.5 years ago
Nick Bowman
Opinion: History of Washington’s income tax shows why we need it
Washington's history with the income tax shows exactly why the state is long overdue to implement it today, in a system many label as regressive.5 years ago
What? No Mexi-Fries at CenturyLink’s Taco Time?
We Pacific Northwesterners love our Taco Time. And we love our Mexi-Fries. That's why Michael Simeona was heartbroken when he learned the CenturyLink location doesn't have Mexi-Fries.5 years ago
Dyer Oxley
Brienne: The rags to riches dragon tale in Renton
It's a rags to riches dragon tale in Renton. One of Renton's three dragons has not had an official home for years -- until now.5 years ago
Dyer Oxley
Debate: Are hate crime numbers really on the rise?
A debate has emerged as people criticize hate crime reports. Are hate crimes really on the rise? Or is this whole debate missing a bigger point?5 years ago
Nick Bowman
Buying a home in Seattle was the hardest thing I’ve ever done
Thee home-buying process has, perhaps, never been easier. At least personally, though, it was also the most trying few months of my entire life.5 years ago
Dyer Oxley
Mechanical keyboard couture: Seattle’s tech subculture
It's where tech meets artistry. Mechanical keyboard enthusiasts are gathering in Seattle to see the latest works of tech art from the keyboard scene.5 years ago
Dyer Oxley
Seattle is the third best US city to live in … if you can afford it
A recent assessment states that Seattle is the third best US city to live in. There is one factor the city ranks low on, however. What do you think?5 years ago
Chason Gordon
Gordon: Congestion tolling should be based on why you’re driving downtown
Seattle is looking at congestion tolling based on when you're going downtown, but maybe it should be based on why you're going downtown.5 years ago
Dyer Oxley
WATCH: Megan Rapinoe back in Seattle and honored at Storm game
Fresh off her win of the FIFA Women's World Cup, and subsequent press tour, Megan Rapinoe was honored at a Seattle Storm game.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Bob Donegan: The surprises happening at the Seattle Waterfront
With major construction finished, and demolition slowly underway, Bob Donegan offers some observations about the changing landscape of the Seattle waterfront.5 years ago
Dyer Oxley
What are the best movies to watch for Independence Day?
One of the best ways to celebrate Independence Day is movies. If you got a holiday weekend, then you got a movie marathon. But which are the best to watch?5 years ago
Dyer Oxley
Seattle’s July 4th ranking and our MyNorthwest Fourth of July quiz
The Northwest boasts some primo cities in which to celebrate the Fourth of July. Also, how well can you pass our Independence Day trivia quiz?5 years ago
