Statewide Earthquake Drill Planned for 10:17 on Oct. 17
State officials are hoping people across Washington will drop to the floor and take cover on Thursday morning. It’s part of a massive earthquake drill that» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
View ArticleWith Week Left, Ballots Trickling in from 3 Largest Counties
With one week until Election Day, voters in Washington’s three largest counties have been slow to return their ballots. But officials also say it’s too» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
View ArticleWash. Site Outage Linked to Federal Health Care Woes
The Washington state health care exchange website was temporarily down on Wednesday morning as a result of a digital snag in Washington, D.C. Michael» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
View ArticleIn Grays Harbor County, High School Rivalry Helps Feed Hungry
If you drive through Grays Harbor County, it’s easy to notice the darkened storefronts and empty homes that signal the area’s economic struggles. But...» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
View ArticleKreidler Defends Decision to Decline Health Care Extension
Like a lot of big projects, Obamacare needs time to be successful. That was the message from Washington State Insurance Commissioner Mike Kreidler, who...» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
View ArticleBeyond Scrooge: Dickens Characters Inspired By Walks Around London
"Oliver!" tells the story of a young orphan's misadventures in London, from the workhouse to a den of thieves and, finally, to a family that loves him....» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
View ArticleFour Flu Deaths Reported in King County, Health Officials Urge Vaccination
Local health officials are urging people of all ages to get vaccinated against the flu, which has already claimed four lives in King County alone this...» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
View ArticleTravel To South Africa Offers Look Behind Headlines
When Nelson Mandela died in December, the eyes of the world once again focused on South Africa. Earthbound Expeditions founder and KPLU travel expert...» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
View ArticleSeattle Vs. New Orleans: How The Football Foes Measure Up Off the Field
The Seahawks will play the New Orleans Saints at the Clink this weekend, but it's clear both teams' fan fever runneth over the football field and deep...» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
View Article5 Tips For A Good Family Vacation
So, you're planning the next big family vacation. There are lots of questions to consider: Where to go, what to do, who to invite. KPLU travel expert...» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
View ArticleFill In The Blank: The Seahawks-49ers Rivalry Is Like _______
How would you describe the rivalry between football foes Seattle Seahawks and San Francisco 49ers? Share your answer below. » E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
View ArticleBrumley: When You Go, Go Responsibly
The tourism industry is one of the largest in the world. According to the United Nations, one out of every 11 jobs worldwide is related to tourism. ...» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
View ArticleCantwell Urges White House To Stop Alaska Pebble Mine Project, Protect Fishermen
Sen. Maria Cantwell is sending a letter to the White House, asking the president to stop a mining project in Alaska. About 1,000 Washington residents...» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
View Article7 Shots At Grammy For Seattle Duo Macklemore And Ryan Lewis
Seattle’s Macklemore and Ryan Lewis have seven shots at a Grammy Award on Sunday. The hip-hop duo is nominated for Album of the Year, Song of the Year,...» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
View ArticleWhat's In It For Your Tour Guide? Too Much, Maybe
So you go on vacation and your guide says he knows the best place to get leather jackets in Madrid. Or the best restaurant in all of London. Or maybe he...» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
View ArticleMeet The Diehard Fans Who Spent The Night On The Seahawks' Parade Route
These two are no fair-weathered fans. Diehard Seahawks fans Greg Kockritz and Sean Cochran spent the night in a tent on Fourth Avenue, determined to...» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
View ArticleTraveling To Cuba Is Easier Than You Think
Colder temperatures this week might have you thinking about warmer places than here. KPLU travel expert Matthew Brumley just got back from Cuba, and...» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
View ArticleStudy: Cities Should Look To Colleges For Tips On Transportation Policy
Cities could ease traffic congestion by following the example of colleges and universities, according to a study released Thursday. The national study...» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
View Article10 Tips On Understanding French Culture
French President Francois Hollande's visit to the U.S. this week included mentions of the two countries' long-standing friendship, one that dates back...» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
View ArticleFound Mammoth Tusk To Head to UW's Burke Museum
Paleontologists with the Burke Museum will excavate the giant mammoth tusk unearthed at a Seattle construction site earlier this week, and move it to...» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
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