Saturday, November 21, 2009 - Page updated at 02:46 a.m.
First key vote today on Senate health bill
The measure, which would cost $848 billion over 10 years, is designed to expand coverage to another 31 million Americans, while restraining federal deficits.
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Foster kids in Washington get 'forever families'
Families adopted 175 foster children on Friday in ceremonies at courthouses throughout Washington. The public celebrations were held to recognize National Adoption Day. Above, Steve Parsons gives his newly adopted daughter Tara, 2, a kiss during a ceremony at King County Courthouse. At left is Tara's new mother, Sara.
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Hatred turned to murder, Knox prosecutor says
Former UW student Amanda Knox, who was studying abroad in Italy, had a growing hatred for her roommate and fatally stabbed her, a prosecutor contended Friday.
UW provost tapped for Nike's corporate board
University of Washington Provost Phyllis Wise has taken a second job as a director on Nike's board.
UPDATE - 01:53 AM
Man shot in chest Friday in Capitol Hill
Case of accused 'Street Mobb' pimp goes to jury
Food-bank donations pour in after theft in Rainier Valley
Lynnwood again is searching for a new identity
Snohomish County pair pleads guilty in puppy-mill cruelty case
Bank of America moves to take control of Mastro building in Fremont
Washington state wines make annual best-of list
King Co. executive-elect Constantine to trim personal staff and salaries
Both teams want the home crowd on their side in MLS Cup final
Times reporters Ron Judd and Christine Willmsen participated in a live Q&A on Friday on their four-part special report about the Olympic ticket monopoly. Read the Q&A.
Read the series | Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3 | Part 4
Boeing breaks ground for historic SC plant
175 foster kids in Washington get 'forever families'
Man gets 11 1/2 years in I-90 floating-bridge stabbing
31 years for man who killed girlfriend, then lit cigarette and waited for police
County asked to buy Eastside railway for $26.5 million
Judge: Seattle July 4 fireworks don't need review
Nonprofits get creative using Twitter and Facebook to make donation easier
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The new EU chiefs: Rompuy-pumpy and Cathy Who?
UPDATE - 02:46 AM
Conflicting blast reports reflect fear in Pakistan
Gates: US to do its part to slow Afghan corruption
Palestinians to set new date for elections
6 world powers press Iran on nuclear issue
UN committee targets Iran's rights violations
Hal Bernton chats about his time in Afghanistan
Hal Bernton, just back from Afghanistan, answered your questions Tuesday.
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- 2010 county budget cuts services, 311 jobs
- Glass half full for Microsoft shareholders
- State's projected budget shortfall exceeds $2 billion
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- Senate Democrats want to tax nips and tucks 121
- Italian prosecutors wrap up in Knox murder trial 108
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- Man sentenced to 31 years in prison in girlfriend's slaying on I-5 68
- 2010 county budget cuts services, 311 jobs 65
- Boeing breaks ground for historic SC plant 65
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- Seattle industrial artist Rusty Oliver is the man behind 'Smash Putt'
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- $335 million in education grants
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The final is set and it's an all Western Conference affair. The L.A. Galaxy and Real Salt Lake meet Sunday at 5:30 p.m. in Major League Soccer's championship match at Qwest Field. We'll have full coverage all week on seattletimes.com. On Thursday, commissioner Don Garber participated in a live chat.
Zags Men's Hoops | Sacre, Bouldin lead Gonzaga over IPFW 90-55
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Steve Kelley | David Beckham talks of ups, downs of game he loves
Mariners to try Dustin Ackley at second base
Prep Football: 4A: Skyview knocks out No. 3 Auburn, 34-21
2006 Cup ends in penalty kicks: Dynamo takes Revolution 4-3
3A Girls Soccer | Mercer Island reaches title game, beats Camas 2-1
Mariners Blog | A Mariners-Tigers swap makes a whole lot of sense for both teams
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Review: 'Peter Pan' boasts a charming hero, a cool crocodile — and a few missteps
Review: Pianist Gabriela Montero shimmers with silken improvisations
'So You Think You Can Dance' tour visits Everett
Popcorn & Prejudice: A Movie Blog | An update: DVD recall of John Huston's "The Dead"
Popcorn & Prejudice: A Movie Blog | News flash: Movie popcorn is bad for you. And, it's raining.
All You Can Eat | Wok not ready to roll? Try this trick for cleaning it
Seattle's classic restaurants meet re-imagined new eateries
A vibrant restaurant scene is made all the more interesting with a mix of old-school traditions and new ways of imagining them. In 10 pairs of eateries, Nancy Leson compares how local chefs are mixing it up, for your dining pleasure. Read the story
Q & A with Sound Economy columnist Jon Talton
Sound Economy columnist Jon Talton answered reader questions about the latest state jobless report. Read the Q & A.
Boeing warns of 49 possible layoffs locally
Jon Talton | State and local government deficits will be major drags on recovery
Dendreon's Provenge gets FDA review date
More states add jobs, but many for temporary staff
B&N Nook sells out, too late for holiday orders
Coffee City | Starbucks seeks managers of social media, digital strategy
Layoffs of 20 employees or more at companies in Washington.
To see all layoffs by company go to the database; or send a tip about layoff news.
Joni Balter / Seattle Times editorial columnist | Our team in D.C. — Locke, Sims and Kerlikowske
Ellen Goodman / Syndicated columnist | The rogue elephant book tour
Guest columnist | A way to get around Karzai in Afghanistan
Ryan Blethen / Times editorial columnist | Block NBC/Comcast deal to protect consumer choice
Airlines add more holiday surcharges
Holiday travel challenge eases, but plan for surprises
Amtrak adding trains for holiday
Olympic organizers scuttle plan to turn cruise ships into hotels
Faulty luggage scales fixed at NY airports
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Turn a fireplace mantel into a holiday masterpiece
EcoConsumer | Some fresh new ideas for 'greening the holidays'
Wing Luke Family Day and other weekend community events
Nicole Brodeur | A welcome extended to everyone
It's possible to recover a life lost to hoarding
9 things to know before buying a furnace
Treasures: Glass bowl's 'peacock and urn' design offers clues to its origin
Editorials/Opinion
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Joni Balter | Seattle's A-team in D.C. — Locke, Sims and Kerlikowske
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Editorial | Sorting out the mammogram debate
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LA Galaxy's David Beckham
Los Angeles Galaxy's David Beckham talks about the upcoming MLS Cup final during after a team practice.
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MLS trophy arrives in Seattle
Chittenden Locks Inspection
Full interview with New Moon actors
Interview with New Moon actors
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- Hometown Holiday at Carmilia's
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