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Communities Can automated kiosks actually help catch cellphone thieves? Can automated kiosks actually help catch cellphone thieves? (Video)
By Michael Harthorne Published: Jun 3, 2013 at 1:32 PM PDT Last Updated: Jun 4, 2013 at 5:53 AM PDT
It's no secret smart phones make tempting targets for thieves, who seem to snatch dozens of the devices every week. But, new automated kiosks that at first glance seem to give thieves an easy way to sell stolen phones may actually be helping local police catch criminals.
Communities Is King County's plan to end homelessness working? Is King County's plan to end homelessness working? (Photo Gallery)
By Kiersten Throndsen Published: Mar 11, 2013 at 6:41 AM PDT Last Updated: Apr 26, 2013 at 1:43 PM PDT
Since its creation, King County's 10-Year Plan to End Homelessness has focused on providing permanent, affordable housing options for those living on the streets. But after a recent review, some argue the plan fails to meet the emergency needs of the county's homeless population and it's time for a change.
Communities Yet another chilly spring on tap for the Northwest? Yet another chilly spring on tap for the Northwest?
By Published: Feb 28, 2013 at 7:40 AM PDT Last Updated: Apr 26, 2013 at 1:44 PM PDT
It seems like a broken record:

Did you hear? It was a chilly spring in 2008.(Coldest start to June on record)

Did you hear? It was a chilly spring in 2010. (2nd-longest wait for first 75 degree day of year)

Did you hear? It was a chilly spring in 2011. (Coldest April on record, 2nd wettest March-April)

Did you hear? It was a chilly spring in 2012. (3rd wettest March on record)

If long range forecasts are to be believed, tune in next year when I add a line for 2013.