Stories for Jan. 8, 2013

Rodney Tom hears from constituents about party 'defection'

Tue, Jan 8, 11:45 p.m.

Some applauded in agreement with a man questioning the Democratic state senator's alliance with Republicans. But others didn't seem concerned.

Sen. Kohl-Welles not about to give up on human-trafficking battle

Tue, Jan 8, 10:21 p.m.

By John Stang

It may be a new year, but Sen. Jeanne Kohl-Welles isn't giving up on her career anti-human trafficking resolution.

The Daily Troll: Gun buyback. Bellevue police woes. Pam Roach - again?

Tue, Jan 8, 4:06 p.m.

By Joe Copeland

Constantine, McGinn and corporate backers step up on gun issue. A new report shows Sen. Pam Roach hasn't been too attentive to complying with orders to stop abusing staffers. Two Bellevue police commanders demoted.

Don't let RapidRide turn you off of bus rapid transit

Tue, Jan 8, 6 a.m.

By C.B. Hall

The problem-riddled new bus service is doing a disservice to real bus rapid transit. Could the real thing be a solution to Washington's transportation problems?

Heritage Turkeys of the Year

Tue, Jan 8, 6 a.m.

By Knute Berger

Envelope, please: Politicians played heavy hands in the destruction of history across the Northwest, particularly in Seattle and Washington state, during 2012.