Local News
Brussels shows vulnerability of airports to terror attacks
NEW YORK — The airport attack in Brussels highlights one of the most vulnerable stages of aviation security:…
Business
Catching fire: Snohomish airbrush artist looks for what’s next
A legend in the world of custom-painted cars and motorcycles, Mike Lavallee, owner of Killer Paint Airbrush Studio…
Local News
Attack in Brussels weighs on airlines, travel sites, hotels
A ripple ran through the travel and lodging industry Tuesday following deadly attacks in Belgium that killed dozens…
Local News
Grounded vessel in Columbia River; no sign of oil in water
PORTLAND, Ore. — A 623-foot bulk carrier ran aground in a narrow part of the Columbia River near…
Local News
Small slide near Mukilteo doesn’t affect tracks
MUKILTEO — A small mudslide was reported Sunday morning at Naketa Beach in Mukilteo.
Business
Ford boosts CEO pay 17% as SUV surge yields record profit
Ford increased Chief Executive Officer Mark Fields’ 2015 compensation 17 percent to $17.3 million, excluding changes in pension…
Opinion
Railroads making upgrades to keep freight moving safely
Washington state is home to a crucial segment of the nation’s extensive 140,000-mile freight rail network, which is…
Business
Why this dream workplace for bike lovers should be the norm, not the exception
It’s easy to see why 60 percent of employees at SRAM in Chicago bike to work. Its office…
Business
FedEx earnings beat expectations for 3rd quarter
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — FedEx on Wednesday reported adjusted earnings of $2.51 a share for the quarter ended Feb.…
Business
Kia reinvigorates mainstay Sportage for 2017
Note: This is an overview of the 2017 Kia Sportage, based on an introductory event held by the…
Local News
Traveling for spring break? Expect insane lines at Sea-Tac
Commuters will get a respite as the majority of Snohomish County public school districts take a weeklong recess…
Business
Driverless cars get closer to approval in U.S.
Existing U.S. laws pose few barriers to adoption of autonomous vehicle technology so long as cars and trucks…
Local News
McAuliffe bill to improve I-405 toll lanes included in transportation budget
State Sen. Rosemary McAuliffe’s bill to improve the Interstate 405 express toll lanes is part of the supplemental…
Local News
Legislature passes transportation budget
OLYMPIA — The Legislature has passed a transportation budget that includes money for raising the salaries of Washington…
Local News
County Council approves plan to buy 12-mile rail corridor
EVERETT — Snohomish County has revived plans to buy a 12-mile stretch of the Eastside Rail Corridor between…
Local News
State Senate passes negotiated transportation budget
OLYMPIA — The Senate in Washington passed a supplemental transportation budget on Tuesday that has been negotiated and…
Local News
Spokane Valley residents call to silence train whistles
SPOKANE — Residents in Spokane Valley and Cheney are calling for horn-free zones to silence train whistles near…
Business
Renault-Nissan boost cooperation in $6 billion savings push
Renault and Nissan aim to generate 5.5 billion euros ($6 billion) in annual savings in 2018 as the…
Local News
Port of Everett seeks to dredge contaminated sediment
EVERETT — The Port of Everett wants to remove contaminated sediment in Port Gardner so it can expand…
Business
Dwayne Lane’s purchases 3 car dealerships in Skagit County
Dwayne Lane’s Family of Auto Centers is getting even bigger.