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July 31, 2008: Headlines

The Maine burden of the Seattle Times Co. might be soon lifted

Posted Thu, Jul 31, 10 a.m.

A group that includes a former senator is negotiating to buy Blethen Maine Newspapers. But back home, the Seattle Times faces another fiscal challenge — the Teamsters and a possible labor action.

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Seattle City Hall stares at $50 million in cuts

Posted Thu, Jul 31, midnight

As the economy shrinks tax revenue, the mayor and City Council are making cuts, with more to come next year. One possible casualty would be 20 to 25 promised new cops.

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