Boeing has begun a sweeping transformation of its quality system, including the use of "smart" tools and automation. It will also eliminate thousands of quality checks as no longer necessary. Boeing has told the union it will cut about 450 quality inspector positions this year and potentially a similar number next year.
John Carlos, visiting Bellevue for its Martin Luther King Jr. birthday celebration, reflects on today's racial injustices — some of the same issues he and teammate Tommie Smith protested with a Black Power salute on the victory stand at the 1968 Summer Olympics.
Thousands of marchers gathered at Garfield High School and marched downtown Monday to celebrate the life of Martin Luther King, Jr. Here's a look at scenes from the march. VIEW
In 1996, The Seattle Times created a web page in tribute to Dr. King, collecting the story of his life, photographs of the times in which he lived, and perspectives from politicians, activists, and ordinary citizens on his tremendous legacy. Here is an updated home for that tribute.
Exuberant colors and patterns are all over home decor these days — a counterpoint to the serenity of minimalism and neutral palettes.
