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World’s largest dam removal set for September
August 8, 2011 6:49 pmThe biggest dam removal project in history is scheduled to begin next month on the Elwha River, on the Olympic peninsula. Experts say it should… -
New details of Skyway shooting that leads to citizen’s arrest
MyNorthwest.com | August 8, 2011 5:53 pmCitizen's arrests can be dangerous, but in this particular case, everything turned out alright when on man was "Johnny-on-the-spot" at the right place, at the… -
Mystery continues; FBI’s DNA test in D.B. Cooper case inconclusive
Josh Kerns | August 8, 2011 3:22 pmThe FBI said last week it had a "credible" lead in the D.B. Cooper case, which involved the 1971 hijacking of a passenger jet and… -
Burn bans take effect in King, Pierce Counties
MyNorthwest.com | August 8, 2011 3:19 pmA ban on fires took effect on Monday in King and Pierce Counties. -
BUI arrests up from last year at Seafair
MyNorthwest.com | August 8, 2011 2:26 pmPolice attribute the nice weather to the rise in intoxicated boating that happened over the weekend at Seafair. -
State budget director orders agencies to sharpen ax again
Josh Kerns | August 8, 2011 1:33 pmMonday's market free fall is the latest blow to Washington's bleak budget, prompting State Budget Director Marty Brown to warn agencies already reeling from massive… -
Two injured in drive-by shooting on Hwy 167
MyNorthwest.com | August 8, 2011 12:41 pmTwo people were injured in a drive-by shooting on SR 167 near SR 410 in Sumner early Monday morning. -
How do you apply digital currency to mainstream products?
MyNorthwest.com | August 8, 2011 12:29 pmA new online digital currency is capturing the attention of Seattle geeks. -
Bones in Kent could belong to missing woman
MyNorthwest.com | August 8, 2011 12:05 pmSkeletal remains found in Kent last week might be those of a woman who disappeared more than a year ago. -
Selling your baby’s crib online may be illegal
MyNorthwest.com | August 8, 2011 11:39 amLooking for discounts on lightly used items on online services like Craiglist.org and EBay.com can get you a bargain, but if you're not careful you… -
Tacoma soldier among 30 killed in Afghanistan helicopter attack
Lisa Brooks | August 8, 2011 10:06 amA 23-year-old soldier from Tacoma was among 30 soldiers killed in an attack on a helicopter in Afghanistan on Saturday. -
Web exec says Mayor McGinn doesn’t understand internet
Tim Haeck | August 8, 2011 10:03 amAn on-line website that offers free classified ads, some featuring young women and nudity, answers Seattle Mayor Mike McGinn's criticism. -
Seattle a top city for single ladies
MyNorthwest.com | August 8, 2011 9:43 amSeattle is a great place for single women to live, according to Rent.com. -
Man claims free speech rights violated at Issaquah Salmon Days
Tim Haeck | August 8, 2011 8:22 amA man is suing the city of Issaquah, claiming police and organizers of the Salmon Days festival violated his right to free speech. -
Does pet ownership actually improve your health?
Tim Haeck | August 8, 2011 8:06 amMost people think that pets make us happier and healthier. About 70 million households are home to pets, too. But one dog lover and animal…