WA Teens Weigh in on School Cellphone ‘Bans’
It's estimated around 75 percent of WA State school districts have some sort of in-class cellphone ban or restrictions. Now a group of teens have weighed in. Seattle-area student group offers interesting proposals. A Youth Advisory Board, assembled by the University of Washington, includes students from Seattle-area...
People keep moving to Seattle. What are they thinking?
Despite challenges, Seattle is still on many people's radar, attracting thousands of newcomers every year.
Airbnb nonprofit helps house flood victims across Washington
Flood victims in Washington can access free emergency housing through Airbnb.org by calling 211, the nonprofit says, as recovery continues following widespread damage.
Washington Weather Alert: Seattle Could See Record Heat Week of Dec 27–Jan 2 to...
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Seattle, WA — As of Saturday, December 20, forecasters are closely watching a developing weather pattern that could deliver unusually warm conditions across Washington in the days following Christmas, with...
Wet rat winter? How to handle toilet rats after Washington’s heavy rain
Here's what to do if you find a rat coming through your toilet following heavy Western Washington rain and floods.
California man sentenced to ten years for defrauding nearly 1,000 homeowners
SEATTLE — A California man who operated fraudulent call centers preying on distressed homeowners has been sentenced to ten years in prison, according to the Department of Justice (DOJ). Mohammed Zafaranchi, 43, also known as 'Mike,' was sentenced in U.S. District Court in Seattle after being convicted on twelve...
Gets Real: Seattle artist creates 22-foot totem pole for Port Orchard family
A 22-foot totem pole now stands proudly in the front yard of Tom and Carolyn McKee’s residence in Port Orchard.
Woman Hospitalized After Stabbing in Seattle’s Central District
Emergency Response to the Scene (Image Credits: Unsplash) Seattle – Authorities launched an investigation late Thursday after a woman sustained serious injuries in a stabbing inside an apartment in the bustling Central District. Emergency Response to the Scene Patrol officers arrived at the 1800 block of South...
Seattle e-bike Pioneer calls it quits, owes 73 million
In a surprising turn, a well-known Seattle bike company is facing tough times, with deep debts and a bid to keep the wheels turning.
Cheapest gas stations in Seattle
Anyone who drives a car understands the sting of having to fill up their tank and pulling into the gas station, only to discover that gas prices have skyrocketed. Paying extra for gas means you have less to spend on other things, which, over time, can really put a crimp in your budget.
