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The sale of tobacco to minors in Washington state spiked this year. (AP Photo/file)...
Tim Haeck

Spike in retail sale of tobacco to minors

Sale of tobacco to minors spiked this year. When state and local agencies sent kids into stores to buy cigarettes, they were successful 16 percent of the time. That's up from eleven percent last year.
14 years ago
A new survey finds that 83 percent of companies plan to host a year-end celebration, nearly a retur...
Kim Shepard

The comeback of the company Christmas party

More companies plan to host year-end holiday parties this year, which just gives some employees another chance to slip up in front of the boss.
14 years ago
While the community rallies for paralyzed gymnast Jacoby Miles, a construction company is busy remo...
Stephanie Klein

Volunteers, construction crew remodeling home of paralyzed gymnast

While the community rallies for paralyzed gymnast Jacoby Miles, a construction company is busy remodeling her Puyallup home.
14 years ago
Deputy U.S. Marshal Brian Allen, left, puts a wedding ring on Assistant U.S. Attorney Amy Johnson d...
Alyssa Kleven

People taking advantage of once-a-century lucky date 12-12-12

With a once-a-century date coming, some people are betting on good luck on 12-12-12.
14 years ago
A Seattle judge as issued two arrest warrants for comedian Katt Williams after he failed to show up...
Stephanie Klein

Judge issues warrant for comedian Katt Williams

A Seattle judge as issued two arrest warrants for comedian Katt Williams after he failed to show up for his arraignment Wednesday morning.
14 years ago
Chris Sullivan

Microsoft partnering with NORAD for Santa tracker

NORAD is partnering with Microsoft for the first-time this year in their 50-year tradition of tracking Santa Claus.
14 years ago
KIRO Radio Staff

Man found dead in hide-a-bed after Seattle apartment fire

A man was found dead after a Tuesday night fire sparked inside a north Seattle apartment.
14 years ago
One architect on the project referred to it as “The Icon.” (360 Architecture/City of Se...
MyNorthwest.com

Arena design proposal now boasts pop of color among Seattle’s skyline

Architects have made an adDendum to their design suggestions for Seattle's future arena. The building in the SoDo neighborhood could sport a burst of color sure to make it stand out among the city's skyline.
14 years ago
Chris Sullivan

Everett man busted again for impersonating a cop

For the fourth time in less than a year, an Everett man has been arrested for pretending to be a cop.
14 years ago
A new agreement between the city, county and downtown businesses will ensure Seattle’s Third ...
MyNorthwest.com

City, county agree to $9M facelift for Seattle’s Third Avenue

A new agreement between the city, county and downtown businesses will ensure Seattle's Third Avenue gets a much-needed facelift.
14 years ago
The “Consortium for a New Policing Paradigm” included members of the community, academi...
Brandi Kruse

Top cops across U.S. help Seattle develop police reforms

The city of Seattle Tuesday wrapped up a two-day conference aimed at getting the police department back on the right track.
14 years ago
If you’re hoping for 10 inches or more, there are only a few regions in the U.S. where you ca...
Stephanie Klein

Statistically, it could snow on Christmas

Yes, chances are good that you won't wake up to a blanket of snow on Christmas morning, but it's hard not to get lost in the image as you gaze at the tree.
14 years ago
A state appeals court tosses out the drug trafficking convictions of the first man to operate a med...
Tim Haeck

Key court ruling on medical pot favors Spokane man

A state appeals court tosses out the drug trafficking convictions of the first man to operate a medical marijuana dispensary in Spokane.
14 years ago
An independent investigation found a series of potential violations on the Bellevue High School foo...
Chris Sullivan

Bellevue High School football team ranked number one in the nation

Bellevue High School's football team is currently ranked as the number one high school team in the country by ESPN and Sports Illustrated
14 years ago
KIRO Radio listeners have helped Treehouse support thousands of foster children over the last 24 ye...
Kim Shepard

Catching up with the kids touched by Holiday Magic

Each year with the help of KIRO Radio, Treehouse touches the lives of more than 5,000 foster families in Washington. In our 24th annual Holiday Magic campaign, we want to make sure this holiday season is magical and memorable for all of those children.
14 years ago
Ann (l) and Nancy Wilson and their groundbreaking band Heart are among the new inductees to the Roc...

Rock Hall of Fame finally gets Heart

After more than a decade of disappointment, Seattle's Heart has finally gotten the call to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
14 years ago
Washington’s Superintendent of Public Instruction is concerned about a possible increase in u...
Tim Haeck

School leaders fear how Washington’s new pot law will affect kids

Washington's Superintendent of Public Instruction is concerned about a possible increase in the use of marijuana by young people, particularly following the passage of Initiative 502.
14 years ago
The reviews online are scathing: rider after rider who claims a Seattle taxi driver berated them fo...
Brandi Kruse

Yellow Cab to change the way you pay fares

The reviews online are scathing: rider after rider who claims a Seattle taxi driver berated them for not paying with cash.
14 years ago
Ursula Reutin

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
The readers of the hugely-popular Seattle-based FAIL Blog say reality show star Honey Boo Boo and h...
Josh Kerns

Honey Boo Boo and barfing Biebs top FAILS of 2012

Child pageant disaster Honey Boo Boo and a barfing Justin Bieber top a popular annual list of the biggest failures of the year.
14 years ago
Veteran Seattle broadcast journalist Ken Schram tells Seattle’s Morning News he still hasn&#8...
Josh Kerns

The ax falls on Ken Schram’s 35 year run

Iconic Seattle broadcast journalist Ken Schram delivers his final commentary after a 35 year run.
14 years ago
A citizens panel will decide if proposed arena designs fit into Seattle’s SoDo neighborhood. ...
Tim Haeck

Experts to analyze new Seattle arena plans

Now that investor Chris Hansen's architects have revealed designs for a new basketball arena, a citizens panel will decide if they fit into Seattle's SoDo neighborhood.
14 years ago
Tim Haeck

Grocery distribution workers strike Auburn warehouse

Grocery warehouse workers and truck drivers are on strike in Auburn, Wash. Tuesday morning.
14 years ago
Alyssa Kleven

Tears and forgiveness as Longview dad, daughter speak on false rape allegations

A Longview father, wrongly accused of raping his own child tearfully spoke out on national television with his daughter at his side.
14 years ago