A landmark agreement supported by states, tribes and federal agencies is expected to change how water is spilled at Columbia and Lower Snake River dams to boost the survival of young salmon while limiting the financial hit to hydropower.
The Alaskan Way Viaduct closes Jan. 11 but the replacement Highway 99 tunnel won't open until three weeks later. The expected traffic congestion has businesses encouraging employees to use other ways to get to work besides driving alone.
Despite millions being spent to help, Seattle's homelessness went up 4 percent in 2018. Washington state's number of people living homeless was up 5.6 percent — more than any state, save Massachusetts, New York and Texas.
Just like Bellevue, Redmond has rapidly diversified, with people of color now making up nearly half of its population, according to new U.S. Census data.
Gifts that will be welcomed by the car enthusiast — or any driver — on your list.
