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U2 wants you to tag yourself in their giant photo

Posted by Stephen, MyNorthwest.com intern My right ear has finally stopped ringing after U2 rocked Qwest Field Saturday night, though the temporary tinnitus was worth every minute of it. Just one thing bugged me, though: the 360-degree stage has these huge crab-legs that blocked my view of the main stage. Well now, the band’s website […]

16 years ago

Monday news: Lots of bear sightings, rubber duck world record

There are apparently lots of bears around here. Video: Bear family strolls through Sammamish Police shoot, kill bear in Lynnwood It’s been one year since Kyron Horman went missing: Kyron Horman’s mother says stepmom did something to boy Dave Ross says “Sarah Palin was sort of right about Paul Revere” Alaska flight forced to return […]

16 years ago

Friday headlines: Watch out for crows, Edwards indicted, Kevorkian dies

Watch out for dive-bombing crows, from Chris Sullivan. Body found at Suncadia Resort identified John Edwards indicted on felony charges Assisted suicide advocate Kevorkian dies at age 83 Attendance optional after school death threat, from Tim Haeck. “UW Signs 30-Year Contract with KEXP,” from the SLOG. Tomorrow: ‘Avatar’ exhibit opens at EMP Friday news digest: […]

16 years ago

Win tickets to see U2 at Qwest Field Event Center

Want four tickets to see U2 on Saturday? Go to Twitter and retweet (RT) the message below before 3pm today (June 3rd) for your chance to win! RT@MyNorthwest RT this full message for your chance to WIN U2 CONCERT TICKETS.

16 years ago

Thursday headlines: Barefoot Bandit gets one boot, Bumbershoot defends lineup, no more food pyramid

The food pyramid is out. Sneak peak: Windows 8 (video) + GeekWire’s take. “‘Barefoot Bandit’ on crutches after injuring ankle behind bars,” from The Seattle Times. New website lets users seek votes on what to wear, from The News Chick. “Bumbershoot defends lineup lacking stars,” from Josh Kerns. “Granite Falls man accused of planning to […]

16 years ago

Wednesday news: Copper River Salmon’s cheap, Seattle might hit 80 this weekend

“Glut of fish means bargains on Copper River Salmon,” from Tim Haeck. “Seattle attorney charged with keying badly parked cars,” from SeattlePI.com. “State cracks down on people not job searching while on unemployment,” from Chris Sullivan. Don’t tease: “Seattle temperatures could reach 80 by the weekend,” from The Seattle Times. Sad news: “Cancer patient denied […]

16 years ago

Bumbershoot reveals its music lineup

Posted by Alyssa Bumbershoot will once again take over the Seattle Center Labor Day weekend, Sept. 3-5. During the month of May they released some of the artists performing day by day on their Facebook page. Now as June 1 has come around – here is the final lineup: There are some excellent picks in […]

16 years ago

Tuesday headlines: M’s streaker facing charges, half-staff flag forgetfulness

Mariners streaker faces trespassing, lewd conduct charges Uh-oh: Experts say cell phones are possibly carcinogenic Police looking for suspect who hit, dragged Tacoma police officer. “State parks fee about to kick in,” from KING 5. “Seattle home prices up, other areas at lowest level since ’03,” from Tim Haeck. “Not all government buildings lower flags […]

16 years ago

New appreciation for the Woodland Park Zoo

Stephanie writes… I have a new found respect for the zoo. I always thought I would be anti-zoo, reinforced after seeing Dreamworks’ Madagascar, but I’ve changed my mind. This is the second time I’ve been to the zoo this month, but before that, not since a second grade field trip (do schools still do that?). […]

16 years ago

The truth behind the infamous ‘melon-sized hailstone’

By Breanna Deutsch, KIRO Newsroom intern “Melon sized hailstone found in Norman, Oklahoma!” Perhaps you read that particular headline as it made its way through the blogosphere and eventually all the way to The Drudge Report. The article claims that the large hailstone (pictured at left) fell in Norman, OK during one of several dangerous […]

16 years ago

Why are you trying to copy us, Portland?

Stephanie writes… This is what the market could look like. (courtesy Melvin Mark) Portland may be getting its own Pike Place Market. According to KATU.com, county commissioners have argeed to begin talks with Melvin Mark Development Company for property located near the Morrison Bridge. If everything goes right, construction could being in 2014. Check out […]

16 years ago

Watch: Slick Watts + Blue Scholars = Sweet

Stephanie writes… Check out Blue Scholars’ new short film featuring former SuperSonic Slick Watts… you’ll probably recognize some other folks in the film too. Howard Schultz even makes an appearance at the end (on a dart board!).

16 years ago

Thursday headlines: Memorial Day weekend forecast, home advertises pot selling space

Memorial Day weekend weather a washout? Check the forecast for your area. Think twice before taking your kid’s cell phone: Daughter arrested for shooting dad with arrow “Hedge fund manager calls for Microsoftâ€™s Ballmer to step aside,” from GeekWire. Bill would spend $500M on road projects for older drivers, from Tim Haeck. News Chick asks: […]

16 years ago

There has been a lot of talk about bicycles lately …

Posted by Alyssa Ever since the announcement that “Bike Czar” (or we could just call him a bicycle advocate?) David Hiller was taking on the task of transportation at Seattle’s City Hall, it’s felt like bicycles have been in the news, for the good and the not so good. The announcement did arrive shortly before […]

16 years ago

Wednesday headlines: It’s Geek Pride Day, fireworks on, another SPD scandal

It’s Geek Pride Day, from GeekWire. Efforts to clarify the state’s medical marijuana law have been abandoned. Dispensary owners are scared. Dave Ross looks at “How Oprah came to own the letter ‘O.'” “Midwest storms bring more tornadoes, kill 13” One Reel tells KING 5 the Fourth of July Lake Union fireworks are a go. […]

16 years ago

Mother Nature caught on traffic cam

Stephanie writes… In checking on an accident in Marysville this morning, I stumbled upon this shot of an insect caught in a spider’s web along I-5 at Marine View Dr. After several camera switch-ups, it became unclear if the creatures were alive. Check back for yourself.

16 years ago

Monday headlines: Tornado kills 89, Mariners 1.5 games out of first in AL West

“Believers reassess after weekend with no rapture,” from Chris Sullivan. Missouri officials: Tornado killed at least 89 WA leaders reach key deal on workers’ comp changes M’s 1.5 games out of first place in AL West, from Shannon Drayer. “Kobo opens a new chapter, introduces â€˜touchâ€™ to e-reader,” from GeekWire. Homeowner shoots 2 men breaking […]

16 years ago

Love premieres at SIFF on Saturday

By Michael Simeona As the Seattle International Film Festival is gearing up for a big first weekend, Larry Rice of MyNorthwest Weekend was joined by the cast and crew from the movie Love. Directed and written by William Eubank, Love is a science fiction film produced and scored by the alternative rock band Angels & […]

16 years ago

CDC offers advice for zombie apocalypse survival

Stephanie writes… It’s good to be prepared for everything: floods, power outages, tsunamis, and a zombie apocalypse. Yes, a zombie apocalypse. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has released its Survival Guide just in case the dead come back and try to eat our flesh. If you’ve already prepared a kit for other catastrophic […]

16 years ago

Friday headlines: Bike to Work Day, will we hit 70?

More cyclists on the road for Bike to Work Day Should you be preparing for the end of the world Saturday? Stadium taxes will not be extended “The Office” references Microsoft’s Clippy, spotted by GeekWire. Seattle area may see first 70 degree day of season Yikes! “Bed bugs creeping into Western Washington,” from KING 5.

16 years ago

Laser Gaga coming to the Pacific Science Center

Posted by Jamie Griswold The Pacific Science Center says this is a world premiere people. Laser Gaga will begin playing at the Laser Dome at the Science Center on May 20. The weekend shows will run through summer and fall. Get tickets. Find more things to do around town in our event calendar.

16 years ago

Wednesday headlines: Bear spotted in Bothell, 4 earthquakes in Des Moines

31st anniversary of Mount St. Helens eruption Two Bothell schools locked down after bear sighting State overstated impact of oil, runoff in Puget Sound, from Tim Haeck. Four earthquakes recorded in Des Moines. Check the Northwest Earthquake Tracker for shaking in your area. Will the city of Seattle ever host a Super Bowl? from Brady […]

16 years ago

Capitol Block Party lineup!

The Capitol Hill Block Party (July 22, 23 & 24) has released its lineup: TV on the Radio Explosions in the Sky Ghostland Observatory Thurston Moore The Cave Singers Battles Ra Ra Riot Les Savy Fav Handsome Furs The Posies Kurt Vile and the Violators Yuck F’ed Up Telekinesis Cults Cold Cave Woods Fences Pink […]

16 years ago

Woman’s Endeavour photos go viral

Stefanie Gordon’s image of the space shuttle Endeavour launch out of an airplane window has gone viral. And rightly so. The Associated Press reports the unemployed Gordon was on a Delta flight from New York to West Palm Beach on Monday when the pilot came across with news of the shuttle visible out the windows. […]