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An election likely to ratify strong councils

Thu, Jun 16, 7:52 p.m.

By David Brewster

Some peculiar factors lead to the prediction of little turnover in local legislative bodies, which have benefitted from strong members elected four years back.

Port CEO talked green but balked at changes in law to reduce truck pollution

Tue, Jun 14, midnight

By Robert McClure/InvestigateWest and JennyCunningham/KCTS

Breathing Uneasy: The port's Tay Yoshitani came here promising to make Seattle the green leader. But he helped lead other ports in opposing federal reforms that would have helped.

South Seattle residents, scientists look for answers on air pollution's health threats

Tue, Jun 14, midnight

By Robert McClure/InvestigateWest and JennyCunningham/KCTS

Breathing Uneasy: Children who live in the Duwamish Valley run King County's highest risk of being hospitalized for asthma. Cancer rates are elevated as well.

Seattle's tunnel vote and the West Coast malaise

Wed, May 25, 2 a.m.

By Jordan Royer

In stripping the elected leadership of authority, California and Washington are becoming economic regions unable to move forward on crucial investments, no matter how lengthy the public debate.

Gregoire's opposition to waterfront 'social engineering' contradicts history

Tue, Apr 12, 2 a.m.

By Roger Valdez

The idea of social engineering has helped spur Democrats in many of their worthy causes. So, why is the governor complaining to "The New York Times" that we shouldn't try to get people out of cars?

Tunnel or no tunnel, this city needs a leadership makeover

Tue, Mar 29, 1:06 p.m.

By Roger Valdez

What we have is a City Council that's determined to replace the Alaskan Way Viaduct with a tunnel regardless of what voters say. The real focus should be on electing a different council.

Trade statistics undervalue strengths of Seattle, U.S.

Fri, Feb 25, 2 a.m.

By Stephen H. Dunphy

Trade gets measured in good and services. But that leaves out our strength in services, whether in environmental protection, architecture, health initiatives, or other areas. Updated: Disappointing U.S. GNP figures are out.

Bring on the tourists!

Wed, Feb 23, 2 a.m.

By John Creighton

Tourism is a major source of city, regional, and state revenue. And, given the region's special relationship with China, let's take strategic steps to attract the rising numbers of Chinese tourists who want to to visit Seattle and the region.

For a happier new year, Seattle and the state need to think big

Thu, Dec 30, 2 a.m.

By Jordan Royer

It's about time for the state to take advantage of its relationship with China, by investing now in schools, transportation, and trade.

Holiday travel through Sea-Tac: Dealing with scans, wifi, and the rest

Tue, Nov 23, 2 a.m.

By Skip Ferderber

Some helpful hints on scans, patdowns, free wifi, and useful apps.

Voter discontent: A flood threatens state's political structures

Thu, Oct 14, 12:15 p.m.

By Knute Berger

A panel of pundits sheds light on the state of our politics. A Republican questions the GOP readiness to lead, a former deputy mayor likens Seattle politics to a crowded crab pot, and all say more change is coming.

Why is transportation in the driver's seat?

Tue, Sep 28, 2 a.m.

By Knute Berger

Seven questions about Seattle's transportation obsession — the one that has Mayor McGinn and the city council fighting furiously over a signature on a piece of paper.

Patchwork projects won't cure our freight-mobility problem

Tue, Aug 17, 2 a.m.

By John Creighton

A Seattle Port Commissioner argues for comprehensive, strategic, national investments for moving goods and retaining competitiveness. Just look to Canada for an example, and a threat.

Cruise ships are greener but still dumping wastes in Canadian waters

Sun, Aug 15, 12:01 a.m.

By Lee van der Voo

The cruise ships stopping at the Port of Seattle are working on their green image, but most legally continue to discharge a lot of waste. A voluntary memorandum of understanding with an association of ships leaves regulators wishing for more leverage.