Stories for April 27, 2012

Midday Scan: Jay Inslee's self-dealing campaign rebates

Fri, Apr 27, 11:14 a.m.

Inslee's past kickbacks (to himself) reek of poor decision making. Meanwhile, the ACLU sues the Border Patrol and the Seattle Times wonders if South Carolina's ambitions will outplay Washington's Boeing leverage.

Romney and the world's fair, together again

Fri, Apr 27, 8:40 a.m.

By Eric Scigliano

Fifty years ago, when the Century 21 Exposition opened, a political career was also born that would echo to this day.

Hawks' draft: Consider the coach and GM's track record

Fri, Apr 27, 8:30 a.m.

By Mike Henderson

The Seahawks moved down to the 15th spot to draft the unheralded Bruce Irwin. What, they didn't think he would be available as the 43rd pick?

Attention PSE: coal plant in need of analysis

Fri, Apr 27, 2 a.m.

By Eric de Place

Puget Sound Energy customers may soon be paying for the costs of upgrading a coal power plant in Montana they've never heard of. Is it worth it?

Nothing says kitsch like black velvet

Fri, Apr 27, 2 a.m.

By Jeffrey Long

The American Gauguin is on display through the weekend at a downtown Seattle gallery space. His chosen medium? Black velvet.

Seattle's recent mayors: One is ready to make the statewide grade

Fri, Apr 27, 2 a.m.

By Knute Berger

Winners and Losers: McGinn and his recent predecessors seem to be enjoying themselves. But will out-state voters ever forgive Greg Nickels for being from Seattle?