Culture Nicoletta Machiavelli, bella donna di Seattle A young Nicoletta Machiavelli during her Italian film career by Ann Bauer / November 30, 2009
Island Girl: The gift that keeps on taking Yes, these are tough times, including for worthy nonprofits. But what's with the hard sell on those of us who are trying to help? by Ann Bauer / November 13, 2009
Culture Island Girl: A tribute to Sandra Day O'Connor The death Wednesday of the former justice's husband, after suffering for 20 years with Alzheimer's, brings to mind for our columnist personal stories of family, health, and love. by Ann Bauer / November 11, 2009
Culture Island Girl: 'This Is It,' every day An argument to see Michael Jackson's movie, and to remember that there's not always next year. by Ann Bauer / November 3, 2009
Politics Divorce for gay rights A campaign sign at a Seattle rally in support of Referendum 71. by Ann Bauer / October 28, 2009
Diabetes decision reflects state drive to make appropriate health-care choices A state program takes a look at whether technologies are actually making a difference. Sometimes, that leads to criticism. by Erik Neumann / April 20, 2011
Environment Tidal power: another blessing from Puget Sound? UW researchers deploy the Sea Spider in Admiralty Inlet. by Erik Neumann / March 30, 2011
Tech Bike to work: How to survive Seattle's hills The annual Seattle Bike Expo, one of Cascade Bicycle Club's largest events by Bill Thorness / May 19, 2010
Culture Thousands trade four wheels for two during Bike to Work Month Commuters on the Sammamish Bike Trail. (Bill Thorness) by Bill Thorness / May 1, 2008
Politics Best of 2009: Island Girl: A rocky landing in Washington Ann Bauer by Ann Bauer / December 24, 2009