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Local NewsAccident claims Kennewick man's guide dog
KENNEWICK — Bernard Vinther lost his vision years ago, and now he's lost his best friend and guide dog, Kaber. Vinther ... Fri, 3/19
Eugene, Oregon parking meter feeder acquitted
A 30-year-old man who clashed verbally with a Eugene parking enforcement officer over his efforts to feed money into other people' Fri, 3/19
Pedestrian struck by car in crosswalk
A 45-year-old woman was taken to Harborview Medical Center with life-threatening injuries following a car-pedestrian accident early Friday in Seattle's View Ridge neighborhood. Fri, 3/19
UPDATE - 3:19 PM
King County gets $25M to fight obesity and tobacco use
The King County Health Department has won a $25.5 million grant to address obesity and tobacco use. Fri, 3/19
Light rail ridership up from Westlake Center to Sea-Tac in February
After a late-2009 downturn, the new Link light-rail line posted its best ridership numbers in February, averaging 16,741 weekday trips. Fri, 3/19
Ore. lawsuit claims Boy Scouts sex abuse coverup
The Boy Scouts of America has long kept an extensive archive of secret documents that chronicle the sexual abuse of young boys by Scout leaders over the years. Fri, 3/19
Truck driver wins Washington lottery
A West Richland truck driver has won a $8.8 million Washington lottery jackpot. Fri, 3/19
New ramp to Highway 520 on the Eastside to open Monday
To ease congestion on the afternoon commute, the state will open a new ramp Monday from West Lake Sammamish Parkway onto Highway 520, going east. Fri, 3/19
Portion of Fourth Avenue South to be closed this weekend
A section of Fourth Avenue South will be closed this weekend so an offramp for I-5/I-90 can be completed. Fri, 3/19
$5M bail set for Lakewood man in ex-wife's slaying at church couples' counseling
Carol Parsons was in counseling with her ex-husband because she knew the divorce was devastating to him, her family said. On Wednesday, he fatally shot her while they were in a couples' counseling session at a Federal Way church, police said. Thu, 3/18
Another futile search for the 'Barefoot bandit'
A 35-member search team combed Orcas Island for 14 hours Thursday after a possible sighting of 18-year-old fugitive Colton Harris-Moore. The cops came up empty-handed once again. Thu, 3/18
Port Townsend gentleman farmer pleads guilty to four bank robberies
A Port Townsend farmer who had a secret life as a bank robber has pleaded guilty in U.S. District Court in Tacoma to four counts of bank robbery — including one using a firearm — and weapons charges stemming from holdups in Tacoma, Seattle, San Francisco and Sacramento, Calif. Thu, 3/18
Trial begins for man accused of drowning stepdaughter in 2003
The first-degree-murder trial began Thursday morning for a man accused of drowning his 3-year-old stepdaughter to collect on a $200,000 life-insurance policy. Thu, 3/18
Authorities scale back Orcas Island search for Colton Harris-Moore
Authorities on Orcas Island have scaled back their search for fugitive Colton Harris-Moore, the notorious teen thief who's been eluding police since April 2008. Thu, 3/18
Feds asked to pay to repair dam
Elected officials representing King County and cities threatened by flooding from the Green River plan to lobby Congress for money to pay for an interim repair of the Army Corps of Engineers' damaged Howard Hanson Dam. Thu, 3/18
Huskies' Pulu charged with second-degree assault
Suspended University of Washington football player Andru Pulu was charged Thursday with second-degree assault in connection with an attack at an off-campus party on March 7. Thu, 3/18
Inmate's mother sues King County, medical staff over son's death
The mother of Lynn Dale Iszley, the King County Jail inmate whose grisly death from a bleeding ulcer figured prominently in the federal investigation into conditions at the downtown jail, has sued the county and the doctor and nurses who failed to recognize his symptoms and get him help. Thu, 3/18
Missing Silverdale boy died from accidental drowning
The Pierce County medical examiner's office says 8-year-old Azriel Carver drowned and that his death was an accident. Thu, 3/18
Nicole Brodeur
Mukilteo school hungry to help students
Olympic View Middle School in Mukilteo has started a "Packs for Kids" program to make sure students who don't get enough to eat at home don't go hungry on the weekends, too. Thu, 3/18
Local advocates press Obama for immigration fix
As if President Obama didn't have enough on his plate with health care and a lagging economy, immigrant advocates are turning up the heat, demanding he deliver on promises to fix immigration this year — not next — and that his plan include a legal path for millions of immigrants in the country illegally. Thu, 3/18
Road paving to close lanes
Mercer Street between Westlake Avenue North and Fairview Avenue North — part of the Mercer corridor — will have reduced traffic flow Saturday while Seattle Department of Transportation paving crews lay a thin layer of asphalt to repair a number of potholes. Thu, 3/18
2 arrested in massive poaching of oysters and clams on Hood Canal
A months-long investigation into the illegal harvest of oysters and clams from Hood Canal culminated in the arrest of two Jefferson County men and the search of a Quilcene Bay shellfish company. Thu, 3/18
Foster High vies for Obama
Foster High in Tukwila is one of the schools competing to get President Obama as its commencement speaker. Thu, 3/18
Teen burglarizes Tri-Cities store, then uses its computer
A burglar who spent about five hours on a store's computer after breaking into the business gave police all the clues they needed to track him down. Thu, 3/18
Truck hits gas pump on Mercer Island, ignites fire
An errant truck grazed a gasoline pump and ignited a fire Thursday afternoon on Mercer Island, but employees limited the damage by quickly closing an emergency valve, according to the station manager. Thu, 3/18
WTA names new director
Brian Windrope has been named executive director of the Washington Trails Association, the organization announced Wednesday. Thu, 3/18
Despite challenges in Iraq, returning general confident U.S. will maintain withdrawal schedule
Lt. Gen. Charles Jacoby is hopeful that the United States will be able to follow through on plans to withdraw all of its combat troops by the end of 2011. But in the short-term, he said the intense pace of combat rotations for U.S. soldiers will continue. Thu, 3/18
More crime is connected to medical pot
Patients, growers and clinics in some of the 14 states that allow medical marijuana are increasingly falling victim to robberies, home invasions, shootings and even slayings at the hands of pot thieves. Thu, 3/18
Frustrated Democrats try to close deal
Struggling to close a $2.8 billion budget shortfall and unable to agree on how to do it, lawmakers in Olympia entered legislative overtime this week. Fri, 3/19
Nation & WorldDoctors, AARP support new health overhaul bill
The nation's largest association of doctors and the AARP senior citizens' lobby are endorsing President Barack Obama's revised health overhaul legislation. Fri, 3/19
UPDATE - 03:59 PM
End in sight, health care battle tilts Obama's way
One by one, Democratic fence-sitters began choosing sides Friday, and the long, turbulent struggle over landmark health care legislation tilted unmistakably in President Barack Obama's direction. Fri, 3/19
Malcolm X assassin granted parole in New York
One of three men convicted of killing Malcolm X 45 years ago was granted release from weekends in prison in his 17th appearance before a state parole board. Fri, 3/19
Weather service lowers predicted Red River crest
The projected crest of the Red River at Fargo, N.D., has dropped a half-foot, which is good news for a city braced for flooding. Fri, 3/19
UPDATE - 03:58 PM
Calif. report: Revoked nurse assistants rehired
A state Senate subcommittee plans to hold a hearing next week on findings by an oversight office that show nurse assistants who lost their certification with one state department over misconduct were later approved by another as caregivers for the elderly. Fri, 3/19
UPDATE - 03:18 PM
Clinton says agreement with Russia near on nukes
U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton said Friday that American and Russian negotiators are "on the brink" of agreement on a nuclear arms reduction treaty. Fri, 3/19
UPDATE - 03:39 PM
Judge orders renegotiation of 9/11 settlement
A federal judge on Friday rejected a legal settlement of more than a half-billion dollars for people sickened by ash and dust from the World Trade Center, saying the deal to compensate 10,000 police officers, firefighters and other laborers didn't contain enough money for the workers. Fri, 3/19
Pakistan to ask for more understanding at US talks
Claiming that it has bowed far enough to U.S. interests, Pakistan will use next week's high-level talks with the Obama administration to seek more recognition for its part in the fight against terrorism and get Washington to acknowledge its concerns about rival India. Fri, 3/19
UPDATE - 02:27 PM
Push on for Mideast talks despite Jerusalem flap
With pressure on from global mediators Friday, Israel and the Palestinians appeared likely to resume American-mediated indirect peace talks despite a flap over east Jerusalem construction. Fri, 3/19
Turkey indicts 33 in alleged coup plot
Authorities have indicted 33 people in an alleged secularist plot to destabilize Turkey and overthrow the government. Fri, 3/19
Worker accused of stealing from WTC visitor center
An assistant manager at the World Trade Center visitor center has been charged with stealing more than $40,000 from it. Fri, 3/19
Cambodia bans women from marrying South Koreans
Cambodia has temporarily barred its citizens from marrying South Korean men after two dozen women were sold into marriage by matchmakers - the second time the government has imposed such a ban. Fri, 3/19
Thai protesters plan weekend 'blood-painting'
Protesters in Thailand announced a full weekend of anti-government activities starting with a massive procession through Bangkok followed by "blood painting," their latest shock tactic aimed at forcing new elections. Fri, 3/19
NEW - 03:58 PM
American released from Myanmar returns to US soil
A pro-democracy activist jailed for months in Myanmar after trying to visit his sick mother in prison arrived home in the United States on Friday, capping weeks of discussions between the ruling military junta and the U.S. State Department. Fri, 3/19
UPDATE - 03:58 PM
NYC cops sorry for pounding couple's door 50 times
Cheesecake in hand, the police commissioner personally apologized Friday for the 50 or so mistaken, door-pounding visits that police have made to the home of a bewildered elderly Brooklyn couple in the past eight years. Fri, 3/19
Fess Parker, TV's 'Davy Crockett,' dies at 85
Actor Fess Parker, who launched a craze for coonskin caps as television's Davy Crockett, dies at 85. Thu, 3/18
Viacom, Google trade accusations in YouTube lawsuit
Viacom and Google, raising a slow-brewing corporate drama to the boiling point, swapped blistering accusations of piracy and clandestine actions as part of a high-stakes legal war aimed at redrawing how television programs and movies are watched on the Internet. Thu, 3/18
2 Calif. kids help deliver a baby brother
With their pregnant mother screaming in pain, two young California children calmly called 911 and helped deliver a baby brother. Thu, 3/18
Accused 'JihadJane' pleads not guilty to terror plot
A Pennsylvania woman accused of recruiting men on the Internet to wage holy war in southern Asia and Europe pleaded not guilty Thursday to all counts in federal court in Philadelphia. Thu, 3/18
After Oscar accolades, private woes for Bullock
Sandra Bullock is on a career high. America's Sweetheart and "Miss Congeniality" was repeatedly anointed as Hollywood royalty this year, sweeping awards season and capping it off with an Oscar for her role as a devoted mom in "The Blind Side." Thu, 3/18
Caption corrected on famous photo from World War II
For 68 years, John E. Love has been haunted by the memory of carrying fallen comrades to a mass grave hollowed out of a ... Thu, 3/18
Chicagoan pleads guilty to role in Bombay terrorist attacks
A U.S. citizen of Pakistani descent pleaded guilty Thursday to charges alleging he scouted targets in advance of the Bombay attacks. Thu, 3/18
Clinton chides Russia over Iran nuke plant
Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton on Thursday criticized Russia's declaration that it soon would finish a nuclear-power plant in Iran. Thu, 3/18
Ex-con admits killing pen pal, encasing him in concrete
A former convict pleaded guilty to first-degree murder Thursday for killing his 80-year-old prison pen-pal lover, entombing the man's body in a concrete egg in a garden and then using his victim's money on a spending spree. Thu, 3/18
Feds: Prius brakes not applied at time of N.Y. crash
Federal regulators say computer data from a Toyota Prius that crashed in New York show the driver was not applying the brakes at the time of the accident. Thu, 3/18
Gaza rocket kills worker in Israeli border village
A rocket fired by Gaza militants smashed into a greenhouse in an Israeli border village Thursday, killing a Thai worker in the ... Thu, 3/18
New FDA rules severely restrict how tobacco is marketed
A former convict pleaded guilty to first-degree murder Thursday for killing his 80-year-old prison pen-pal lover, entombing the man's body in a concrete egg in a garden and then using his victim's money on a spending spree. Thu, 3/18
Some key features included in the health-care bill
Some of the main features of the health-care overhaul legislation: Thu, 3/18
Toyota resisted findings in '07 on potential dangers
As congressional investigators learned last month, Toyota Motor lobbyists claimed last year to have saved the company $100 million by fending off a 2007 federal investigation into unintended acceleration. Thu, 3/18
U.N. panel won't protect bluefin tuna, polar bears
Delegates at a U.N. conference on endangered species in Doha, Qatar, soundly defeated U.S.-supported proposals on Thursday to ban international trade in bluefin tuna and to protect polar bears. Thu, 3/18
A confusing health care vote explained
Democrats are using an obscure but commonly used tactic known as "reconciliation" to get the health-care legislation through both chambers. Thu, 3/18
House Dems on track for vote on $940B health bill
Pushing toward a Sunday vote that could transform the nation's health-insurance system, House leaders announced a $940 billion compromise Thursday that would extend coverage to the vast majority of Americans, cut billions of dollars from Medicare and impose new taxes on the wealthy and well insured. Thu, 3/18
Business & TechnologyBoeing accelerates production of 747, 777 models
Boeing Co. will speed up production plans for its 777 and 747 models in anticipation of greater demand from commercial airlines. Fri, 3/19
UPDATE - 1:55 PM
An abundance of free Wi-Fi
A few weeks ago (Personal Technology, Feb. 20), I explained all the various options to get ubiquitous Internet access via second-, third-... Fri, 3/19
British Air strike looms as union talks collapse
A three-day strike by British Airways cabin crew is set to start at midnight Friday after last-ditch talks between the airline and its union. Fri, 3/19
NEW - 3:36 PM
Interface
Pooling client storage sets this system apart
What: Symform, based in Seattle Who: Praerit Garg, president and co-founder, 38 Mission: Delivers low-cost data storage for small and midsized... Fri, 3/19
Q&A
Putting more oomph in a dragging PC
Q: I own a Dell Dimension desktop with Windows XP and 512 megabytes of RAM that is several years old, but I'd like to get a little more... Fri, 3/19
UPDATE - 03:11 PM
Stocks fall as worries about Greek debt return
Stocks halted their steady climb Friday after renewed concerns about Greece's ability to pay its debts left investors questioning a global economic recovery. Fri, 3/19
China tells Washington to cool yuan pressure
China is sending a Cabinet official to Washington in a bid to defuse trade tensions, the government said Friday, as it called on U.S. leaders to cool the "politicization and emotionalization" of a currency dispute. Fri, 3/19
FCC seeks comment on rules for TV-cable talks
Federal regulators are seeking public comment on a petition by cable, satellite and phone companies for new government rules that would give them more clout in negotiations with TV broadcasters over programming. Fri, 3/19
UPDATE - 02:00 PM
Icahn launches hostile bid for all of Lions Gate
Activist shareholder Carl Icahn raised the stakes in his yearlong dispute with Lions Gate Entertainment Corp. on Friday, launching an all-out bid to take over the movie studio following disagreements over its spending. Fri, 3/19
Nintendo aims to get consoles in schools
Could Nintendo's Mario be swapping his world of magic mushrooms and ravenous dinosaurs for the staid confines of the classroom? Fri, 3/19
Daimler to keep stake in EADS
Germany's Daimler AG said Friday it doesn't plan to exercise an option to sell its sizable stake in aerospace and defense contractor EADS N.V. Fri, 3/19
EADS may make bid for tanker contract
Aerospace and defense company EADS said Friday it is considering a new bid for a $35 billion Pentagon contract for midair refueling tankers but will only compete if it has a fair chance against rival Boeing Co. Thu, 3/18
Little Seattle bank hopes to raise $450M and be a big player
Fortune Bank, a small Seattle-based bank, seeks to raise $450 million in new capital and plans to bring in the former top U.S. executive of global banking giant HSBC as its chief executive. Thu, 3/18
Retail Report
Coming soon to movie theaters: more 3-D screens
Local theaters see a pop in sales from 3-D movies. Thu, 3/18
State tax break entices tech firms to build data centers
To attract data centers to rural counties, Washington state will give tax breaks to tech companies that build them. Thu, 3/18
Review site Yelp under fire in business' lawsuits
Yelp, one of the most popular Web sites that let people post opinions about restaurants, shops and local services, is being sued by several small businesses that claim they've been pressured to advertise on the site in exchange for getting negative reviews squashed. Thu, 3/18
Viacom, YouTube air dirty laundry in legal battle
Viacom Inc. and Google Inc.'s YouTube site began airing each other's dirty laundry Thursday, providing a tantalizing peek at the wheeling and dealing that triggered a bitter battle over the copyright laws governing the Internet. Thu, 3/18
Boeing loses appeal over Oklahoma workers' retirement benefits
Court of Appeals gives former Boeing employees in Oklahoma, now employed by Spirit AeroSystems, the right to early retirement with a Boeing pension and benefits. Thu, 3/18
Credit scores can drop after getting loan help
Some homeowners who sign up for the government's mortgage assistance program are getting a nasty surprise: Lower credit scores. Fri, 3/19
SportsBellotti announces he's stepping down as Oregon AD
Oregon athletic director Mike Bellotti is stepping down after less than a year in the position to become a college football analyst with ESPN. Fri, 3/19
NEW - 3:19 PM
After slow start, Pittsburgh routs Oakland 89-66
Jermaine Dixon and Gilbert Brown scored 17 points apiece and Pittsburgh avoided becoming the latest Big East powerhouse to get knocked off in the first round of the NCAA tournament, overcoming a slow start to rout Oakland 89-66 on Friday in the West Regional. Fri, 3/19
NEW - 3:32 PM
Grant, Johnson lead Purdue past Siena 72-64
Purdue played the us-against-the-world game to open the NCAA tournament. Fri, 3/19
NEW - 3:21 PM
Missouri stifles Booker, beats Clemson 86-78
Kim English and Keith Ramsey each scored 20 points, and Missouri's swarming defense lived up to its reputation during an 86-78 victory over Clemson in the first round of the NCAA tournament Friday. Fri, 3/19
NEW - 3:19 PM
Wisconsin avoids upset, beats Wofford 53-49
Not surprisingly, Wisconsin relied on its defense to beat pesky Wofford. Fri, 3/19
Thursday's detailed prep track and field results
Kent-Meridian 110, Enumclaw 35; Kent-Meridian 98, Auburn 47; Auburn 81, Enumclaw 64 Shot put — Danny Shelton, A, 50-6. 5. Discus — Nick Conlan... Fri, 3/19
Reliever Kanekoa Texeira shows hope that he could make Mariners' 25-man roster
Texeira is a Rule 5 draft pick and cousin of Philadelphia's Shane Victorino. Despite only minor-league experience he has a sound shot at making Seattle's opening day lineup. Thu, 3/18
Seahawks roll dice on backup Charlie Whitehurst
Coach Pete Carroll made it clear Matt Hasselbeck remains the assumed starter with Charlie Whitehurst providing some competition. But Whitehurst comes to Seattle as more than a backup. This is a player the Seahawks project as a quarterback of the future. Thu, 3/18
Chelan's Joe Harris named Gatorade Player of Year, leads WIBCA All-State rosters
Chelan guard Joe Harris earns Gatorade's State Player of the Year and will be one of the star attractions at the WIBCA All-State Game on Saturday at Mountlake Terrace High School. Thu, 3/18
Silvertips buy in to coach Craig Hartsburg's hard-nosed philosophy
Coach Craig Hartsburg's reputation as a no-nonsense leader who demands effort from every player lifted the Everett Silvertips this season. They enter the WHL playoffs Friday at home against Kelowna. Thu, 3/18
Washington freshman defensive end Andru Pulu charged with second-degree assault
Andru Pulu, who was suspended from Washington football team on March 9, charged with second-degree assault. Thu, 3/18
Cold weather cancels Sounders FC exhibition at Colorado
Cold weather in Colorado cancels Sounders FC exhibition game scheduled for Friday against Rapids. Thu, 3/18
Matchup: Gonzaga vs. Florida State
4:10FridayinBuffalo(Ch. 7) Gonzaga Record: 26-6 overall, 12-2 in West Coast Conference (1st place). Seed: 8. RPI: 37. Bid: At-large. Tournament record: 14-12. Best... Thu, 3/18
Murray State shocks fourth-seeded Vanderbilt | West Regional
The president called this one, all right. Danero Thomas hit a 15-footer as the buzzer sounded and 13th-seeded Murray State stunned No. 4 seed Vanderbilt 66-65... Thu, 3/18
NCAA Tournament Capsules
Danero Thomas hit a 15-footer as the buzzer sounded and 13th-seeded Murray State stunned No. 4 seed Vanderbilt 66-65 on Thursday in the NCAA tournament. Thu, 3/18
Sherri Murrell's fresh start at Portland State leads to Vikings' first trip to NCAA tournament
Sheri Murrell quit at Washington State three years ago and has found success with the Portland State Vikings. Thu, 3/18
Texas' long tumble completed in first-round loss to Wake Forest | East Regional
Ishmael Smith's last shot meant one more collapse for Texas. Smith's pull-up jumper from about 17 feet out with 1. 3 seconds remaining in... Thu, 3/18
Third-seeded New Mexico tops Montana, advances to meet Washington
After all of Darington Hobson's big talk about a deep NCAA tournament run for New Mexico, Montana nearly shut up the Lobos right away. Roman Martinez had 19... Thu, 3/18
NW Briefs
UW softball team romps in win over New Mexico
The Washington softball team defeated New Mexico, 10-1, in a game Thursday at the Judi Garman Classic in Fullerton, Calif. Thu, 3/18
Villanova tops Robert Morris 73-70 in OT
Scottie Reynolds learned a lesson starting the game on the bench. Once in the game, he delivered a teachable moment of his own to 15th-seeded Robert Morris: Don't let a Final Four-tested team like Villanova off the hook. Thu, 3/18
Bud Withers
Gonzaga vs. Florida State is a classic offense vs. defense matchup
First-round matchup features Gonzaga's offensive scheme against Florida State's defense-first squad. Thu, 3/18
Jordan will put face on Bobcats
A relaxed Michael Jordan broke into a wide smile as he sat at his desk Thursday night amid his whirlwind week of realizing a longtime goal of becoming an NBA owner. Thu, 3/18
New looks for Cal, Louisville in first round | NCAA notebook
California and Louisville are shuffling their starting lineups for their first-round matchup in the NCAA tournament. The Golden Bears had... Thu, 3/18
Oregon ousts E. Washington in WNIT opener
Micaela Cocks scored 16 points to lead five players in double figures and Oregon marked its return to the postseason with a 95-66 victory... Thu, 3/18
Steve Kelley
Quincy Pondexter makes the big play, as a senior leader should
Washington senior Quincy Pondexter hit the game-winning shot for the Huskies in 80-78 victory over Marquette. Thu, 3/18
Skipper also used pot, amphetamines
A day after acknowledging he failed a drug test for cocaine last year, Texas Rangers manager Ron Washington admits he used marijuana and amphetamines while he was a player. Thu, 3/18
Quincy Pondexter's shot lifts Washington, 80-78
Quincy Pondexter's clutch shot with 1.7 seconds left gave the Washington Huskies a dramatic 80-78 victory over Marquette on Thursday in the first round of the NCAA men's basketball tournament. Thu, 3/18
Being a No. 8 seed is a new experience for Gonzaga
Last time Gonzaga played in an 8-9 matchup it won, then lost thriller to No. 1 seed Arizona in 2003. Thu, 3/18
Narrow escape for second-seeded Villanova | South Regional
Scottie Reynolds responded to his benching with a solid performance at the foul line, and second-seeded Villanova survived a scare from... Thu, 3/18
No. 14 seed Ohio surprises No. 3 Georgetown | Midwest Regional
How about a standing O for Ohio! Armon Bassett scored 32 points to lead the 14th-seeded Bobcats to a convincing 97-83 win over Georgetown... Thu, 3/18
Sideline Chatter
Willie Davis, the fleet ex-Dodgers center fielder who died at age 69 last week, had the perfect retort for two heckling fans — two home runs and an easy-to-read hand signal.
Willie Davis, the fleet ex-Dodgers center fielder who died at age 69 last week, was quick with a finger, too. Thu, 3/18
Canucks earn rare victory over San Jose
Ryan Kesler and Alexander Edler each had a goal and an assist, Ryan Johnson scored his first goal of the season, and the host Vancouver Canucks hung on to beat the San Jose Sharks 3-2 on Thursday night. Thu, 3/18
Willis fires 65 for 2-shot PGA lead
Padraig Harrington didn't have the best score at Innisbrook, just one of the biggest smiles. He finished his opening round Thursday at the... Thu, 3/18
Ex-Hawk Tapp signs 3-year deal with Philly
Darryl Tapp is looking forward to a fresh start. Two days after joining the Philadelphia Eagles in a trade, Tapp signed a three-year contract... Thu, 3/18
Hammel goes 5 innings as Rockies beat Mariners 9-2
Carlos Gonzalez, Ryan Spilborghs and Eric Young had two hits each, and Colorado starter Jason Hammel tossed five strong innings to lead the Rockies past the Seattle Mariners 9-2 on Thursday. Thu, 3/18
Thursday's detailed prep golf results
Bellevue Christian 87 points, Forest Ridge 68. Individuals — 1, Vic Zinsley, F, 29 points; 2, Claire Lucas, F, 27 points; 3, (tie... Thu, 3/18
Thursday's detailed prep lacrosse results
Bainbridge 21, Lake Tapps 1 (Jordan Wagner, B, 6 goals, 1 assist; Cameron Parker, B, 4 goals; Josh Perkins, LT, 1 goal) Curtis 16, Stadium... Thu, 3/18
Thursday's detailed prep tennis results
Chelsa Tsujii, E, beat Jane Rose, 6-1, 6-1; Olivia Salak, E, beat Claire Dougherty, 6-3, 6-3; Hannah Thornsburg, E, beat Cora Byers, 6-4... Thu, 3/18
Washington's Justin Holiday in right place for game's last shot
Washington's Justin Holiday was able to pressure Marquette star Lazar Hayward on final shot in Huskies' 80-78 victory. Thu, 3/18
Game at a glance: Washington 80, Marquette 78
Player of the game: Washington senior forward Quincy Pondexter scored 14 of his 18 points in the second half, including a game-winning banker... Thu, 3/18
EntertainmentReview: '3 by Dove' lets PNB dancers soar
Pacific Northwest Ballet's "3 By Dove" is a stirring evening of dance by Ulysses Dove. It includes the newly reconstructed 1992 ballet "Serious Pleasures." Fri, 3/19
Review: Guest conductor Sinaisky puts sizzle in Symphony's night
Guest conductor Vassily Sinaisky led the Seattle Symphony Orchestra and Chorale through a sizzling program Thursday night. Fri, 3/19
Review: Trey McIntyre Project is physical and precise; witty and intricate
In its Seattle debut, Trey McIntyre Project teems with dance invention, gymnastic prowess and rigorous wit. Fri, 3/19
Freeloader alert: Free wine tasting Sunday in Georgetown and SoDo
The Seattle Times Freeloader: When cheap isn't cheap enough. This week: Free wine tasting in South Seattle. Next week: Free Cone Day at Ben & Jerry's ice cream shops. Fri, 3/19
Sandra Bullock still poised for successful future
Sandra Bullock reached the pinnacle of her profession on March 7, when she won an Academy Award. Her husband, Jesse James, was by her side. He even teared up when she went on stage to accept the Oscar. Fri, 3/19
Exhibit looks at enigmatic phase in Matisse's art
A new exhibition at the Art Institute of Chicago takes a close - sometimes even microscopic - look at one short and enigmatic phase in the 65-year-long artistic career of France's Henri Matisse. Fri, 3/19
Ian McEwan plans opera version of 'Atonement'
It was a book, then an award-winning film. Now Ian McEwan's "Atonement" is to become an opera. Fri, 3/19
A stand-up roundup: Comedy clubs in Seattle and on the Eastside
A stand-up roundup: Comedy Underground, Laughs, Parlor Live and Giggles offer stand-up comedy in Seattle and on the Eastside. Thu, 3/18
Accordionists swing into action at Accordi-O-Rama at Town Hall
Seattle's third annual Accordi-O-Rama covers the globe in its lineup of accordion sounds. Thu, 3/18
Restaurant review
Lakeside Bistro draws South End diners with its Vietnamese inspired cuisine
Lakeside Bistro in South Seattle serves food with a Vietnamese bent. Thu, 3/18
Q&A: Melissa Rosenberg, 'Twilight' screenwriter
An interview with "Twilight" screenwriter Melissa Rosenberg. On the eve of the "New Moon" DVD release, she talks about romance of the werewolf and vampire kind, teenage crushes and angst, and writing other coming-of-age shows, like "Party of Five" and "The OC." Thu, 3/18
Book review
'The Future History of the Arctic': a balanced look
Author Charles Emmerson's "The Future History of the Arctic" looks at the history of the Earth's northernmost region, including how nations have used its natural resources, to understand how this past frames its future. Emmerson discusses his book Monday at Town Hall Seattle. Thu, 3/18
Coming up on Seattle stages: Fun-loving gents, a military widow, an aggravating sister and more
The misadventures of two gents, a Brooklyn native getting back to his roots, a self-help comedy and a mystery tale with Eskimo spammers are all in store this week on local stages. Thu, 3/18
Grey Gallery show is a journey to new territory with familiar artists
"Parallel Universe" is an artist-curated show at Seattle's Grey Gallery and Lounge that reveals atypical or seldom-seen sides of 19 local artists. Thu, 3/18
Review: 'Sunlight' examines murky post-9/11 issues
Sharr White's "Sunlight" at Seattle's ArtsWest examines a family's reaction to murky events after Sept. 11, 2001. Thu, 3/18
'Breaking Bad' marathon on AMC is a Friday TV pick
In anticipation of Sunday's Season 3 premiere, AMC is offering up a six-hour marathon of some of the best episodes of their gritty, unrelenting... Thu, 3/18
'Casablanca' leads list of classics screening in Seattle
"Casablanca," "Blood Simple" and "Tabu: A Story of the South Seas" are among the special film screenings in Seattle this week. Thu, 3/18
'Nuclear Cowboyz' motocross show at the Tacoma Dome
Do you feel like you need a shot of adrenaline in your weekend? Then head south to Tacoma for two chances to see the "theatrical freestyle... Thu, 3/18
Classical Roundup: Happy birthday Bach, going for Baroque and two more guest conductors
Bach, Bach and more Bach this week in Seattle, plus standards and hits from Baroque Northwest and Medieval Women's Choir, and two guest conductors at Seattle Symphony. Thu, 3/18
Dancing duo's 'Too' blends video with live steps
Seattle choreographer Amy O'Neal launches a new dance-video project with "too," the first production of her new company, AmyO/tinyrage. Thu, 3/18
Oh, you beautiful dolls: Paper dolls at Edmonds museum
See vintage paper dolls at the Edmonds Museum, including items dating from 1856 through the 1950s. The exhibit's last day is April 4. Thu, 3/18
ABC hires Amanpour for Sunday morning job
ABC News has hired Christiane Amanpour, one of CNN's best-known personalities for her hard-nosed reporting from war zones over the past two decades, to host its Sunday morning political talk show starting this summer. Thu, 3/18
Producer files $30M suit against Lady Gaga in NYC
A songwriter and music producer who claims he helped launch pop star Lady Gaga says she squeezed him out of her lucrative career after he co-wrote some of her songs, came up with her stage name and helped get her record deal. Thu, 3/18
Hollywood and Bollywood join arms to fight piracy
Hollywood and Bollywood linked arms Thursday to fight piracy, with the announcement of a coalition among the Motion Picture Association of America and seven Indian companies to tackle counterfeiting in one of the world's largest film markets. Thu, 3/18
Don't let fear choke creativity
Learning to let go helps emotional fitness Fri, 3/19
LivingSeattle Beer News | Day trippin': Olympia and Tacoma
With so many fine places in Seattle to get your craft beer fix, it can be tough to sell yourself on heading down south in search of beer. Fri, 3/19
Food experts: TV, travel have made cheese trendy
Americans who grew up on grilled cheese and macaroni have developed more adventuresome tastes in adulthood, experimenting with a broader range of cheeses and often seeking the sharper flavors that have traditionally been popular in Europe. Fri, 3/19
Recalls this week: Sweatshirts, power packs
Among the recalled items this week are two products that can overheat and pose a fire risk - mobile power packs and remote control kits. Fri, 3/19
Suite dreams: Tips on creating a master bedroom
Decorating author and shop proprietor Mary Carol Garrity shares how her team created a master bedroom worthy of sweet dreams in a designer-show home. Thu, 3/18
Do we treat visiting stepdaughter same as other kids?
Ex-Etiquette: Each time my husband's daughter comes to visit, there's a fight. We live in another state and she stays with us for months at ... Thu, 3/18
Glass bowl's value hinges on hidden signature
Treasures in Your Attic: A Bohemian bowl and a Bavarian bird figure may be worth hundreds, according to Joe Rosson and Helaine Fendelman. Thu, 3/18
Should kids be on leashes? And what about strollers?
Family psychologist John Rosemond gives his opinion on leashes for children, big kids in strollers and sippy cups filled with anything but water. Thu, 3/18
Send thank-you notes both after shower, wedding
Ask Carley: Etiquette advice for weddings from Carley Roney, editor-in-chief of The Knot. Thu, 3/18
Travel & Outdoors
OpinionNEW - 2:36 PM
Chihuly museum plan needs refinement
A proposal to put a Dale Chihuly glass house and garden on the grounds of Seattle Center appeals on some levels but also needs important refinements. Fri, 3/19
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Guest columnist
Act soon to keep residents, workers and employees safe in downtown Seattle
Downtown Seattle is a vibrant and unique community, but the quality of life and economic viability is threatened by aggressive panhandling, writes guest columnist Rita Ryder. She supports Seattle City Councilmember Tim Burgess' comprehensive public safety plan Fri, 3/19
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David Brooks / Syndicated columnist
Building trust from ground up
The United States is becoming a broken society. The public has contempt for the political class. Public debt is piling up at an astonishing and unrelenting pace. Middle-class wages have lagged. Unemployment will remain high. It will take years to fully recover from the financial crisis. Fri, 3/19
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Guest columnist
Community policing is a better idea than succumbing to fear
The city of Seattle's proposed "aggressive panhandling" ordinance is an overreaction, writes guest columnist Bruce Patt. A better approach would be to increase the police presence downtown. Fri, 3/19
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Guest columnist
Rural school districts are effective and don't need consolidation
Some Washington state lawmakers have suggested that Washington's smaller and rural school districts be consolidated to save money. Kowalkowski, superintendent at the rural Davenport School District, argues these districts are efficient and have better performance than larger districts. Fri, 3/19
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Taking on Seattle crime on foot
Seattle police will expand foot patrols starting April 1. Bicycle police will spend part of their shifts walking beats in Belltown, Pioneer Square and Chinatown International District. Fri, 3/19
Lance Dickie / Seattle Times editorial columnist
Dodd's financial-salvage mission
A lengthy regulation bill drafted by Sen. Christopher Dodd, D-Conn., begins the trek toward restoring confidence in the U.S. financial system, at home and abroad. Thu, 3/18
Guest columnist
Is Seattle ready for design, density and affordability?
The city of Seattle is considering changes to its zoning code. Guest columnist David Neiman writes it's time to update the code to provide for more density as well as good design and better affordability. Thu, 3/18
George Will / Syndicated columnist
Betting (again) on an education fix
WASHINGTON — Doubling down on dubious bets is characteristic of compulsive gamblers and federal education policy. The nation was essentially without such policy for grades K through 12, and better off for that, until 1965. In that year of liberals living exuberantly, they produced the Elementary and Secondary Education Act. Now yet another president has announced yet another plan to fix education. His aspiration has a discouraging pedigree. Thu, 3/18
Legislature poised to give union win courts have spurned
The Seattle Times Editorial Board opposes a provision of ESSB 6444, a budget bill now moving through the Washington Legislature, that would restrict the ability of certain employers to talk to their employees about labor unions. Thu, 3/18
Tea-party philosophy: a political-restoration movement
If you read the Op-Ed pages these days, you'd be forgiven for thinking that the GOP and the conservative movement have been taken over by know-nothing mobs, anti-intellectual demagogues and pitchfork-wielding bigots. There's no omnibus label for this argument, but it's a giveaway that a person subscribes to it if he or she describes the "tea party" movement as "tea baggers," an awfully telling bit of sophomoric condescension from the Thu, 3/18
The abortion enigma
WASHINGTON — There are any number of good reasons for House Democrats to vote against health-care reform. Abortion isn't one of them. Thu, 3/18