Bill tells lawmakers to prioritize class size reduction
State lawmakers are under a court-ordered deadline to fully fund basic education and a new bill in Olympia declares class size reduction a top priority.11 years ago
49er fans’ billboard says Sherman has ‘zero class’
An electronic billboard near the I-5 freeway in Fife is hard to ignore. More so now that it features an angry-looking Richard Sherman of the Seattle Seahawks with the caption: "Zero Class."11 years ago
Seahawks depth chart: Robert Turbin ‘working hard’ in shadow of Marshawn Lynch
For the last few days, the Seahawks story line has been the postgame rant of Richard Sherman. But you'll get none of that from Seattle's unassuming, reserve running back, who is waiting patiently for his star to shine.11 years ago
Seahawks game ‘mistake’ costs State Patrol commander
The chief of the Washington State Patrol has reassigned a commander for his actions while moonlighting on a security detail at at Seahawks game.11 years ago
Cars and cookies, Seahawks deals popping up all over town
Strict rules prevent manufacturers and marketers from exploiting the Super Bowl name. But that won't stop clever and opportunistic Seattle-area retailers from making a buck on the wings of the Seahawks success.11 years ago
Judge approves new rules to stop bias by Seattle Police
A federal judge has signed off on new Seattle Police procedures designed to eliminate bias and discrimination by officers.11 years ago
AG Ferguson: Local governments can deny pot licenses
The state Attorney General says cities and counties have the legal power to deny a license for a marijuana business.11 years ago
Snohomish County utility awaits approval for tidal turbine
A public electric utility in Everett could be among the first in the nation to generate power from the tides.11 years ago
Criminal charges filed against negligent boat owners
Criminal charges are filed against two boat owners who abandoned their run-down vessels, which leaked fuel and oil into Puget Sound.11 years ago
Japan Airlines found smoke coming from Boeing 787 Dreamliner battery
Japan Airlines reports a new problem with a battery on board a Boeing 787.11 years ago
State superintendent calls for tax hikes to fully fund education
The state schools superintendent is proposing tax increases to raise billions of dollars for education.11 years ago
Feds issue guidelines for school discipline, expulsion last resort
A civil rights investigation of student discipline at Seattle Public Schools continues. And, for the first time ever, the federal government has issued guidelines to schools for avoiding racial discrimination while handing down punishment.11 years ago
Port of Seattle CEO Tay Yoshitani to retire
Port of Seattle CEO Tay Yoshitani announced that he is retiring when his contract expires in June.11 years ago
Sea-Tac Airport workers might get $15 an hour raise judge denied
Port of Seattle Commissioners signal that they intend to take up the issue of a $15 dollar an hour minimum wage for airport workers.11 years ago
The 12th Man: Meet the Seahulk
There are fans and then there are superfans. If you think you go all out for the Seahawks, you might have to elevate your game when you hear about the fan they call "The Seahulk."11 years ago
Washington state leaders do not think Boeing was bluffing
Politicians are relieved and optimistic, now that union machinists have approved a new contract with Boeing, keeping work on the 777X in Washington.11 years ago
Former teacher Mary Kay Letourneau arrested in Tukwila
Notorious former school teacher Mary Kay Letourneau is in a Seattle jail.11 years ago
‘Got to get this project right’ says Murray of waterfront work
Seattle Mayor Ed Murray has concerns about delays and the rising costs of projects linked to Seattle's central waterfront redevelopment.12 years ago
Boeing Machinists gather at ‘vote no’ rally in Seattle
At least 200 Boeing Machinists rallied Thursday at the Seattle headquarters of District Lodge 751 ahead of a vote on an eight-year contract extension.12 years ago
JBLM Ranger awarded medal for Boston Marathon heroics
An Army Ranger at Joint Base Lewis-McChord gets a medal for heroism Friday that has nothing to do with his service in combat. Still, what he encountered last April surely looked like a war zone.12 years ago
Shopper finds bag of cash in Puyallup parking lot
A Spanaway-area woman who changed her routine and decided to do some shopping after work made a surprising discovery in the parking lot of a Puyallup store. A bag full of cash.12 years ago
Health officials warn of Christmas flu spread
Some people refuse to get a flu shot, for various reasons. But if you're simply a procrastinator, now is the time to roll up your sleeve if you want to protect yourself and your family at Christmas.12 years ago
Socialist councilmember promises $15 an hour in Seattle next year
The candidate whose main campaign theme was "$15 an hour" is promising to introduce a minimum wage bill in Seattle.12 years ago
