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Problem Solvers Scientists: Ubiquitous household chemical could be killing cats (Video)

By Jeff Burnside Published: May 8, 2013 at 10:57 PM PDT Last Updated: May 10, 2013 at 9:14 AM PDT

A chemical threat lies hidden in millions of American homes, and top government scientists believe it could be killing cats.

Problem Solvers Seattle taxpayers question $3 million price tag for tiny park (Photo Gallery) (Video)

By Tracy Vedder Published: May 7, 2013 at 1:03 PM PDT Last Updated: May 8, 2013 at 1:47 PM PDT

Locals wonder: Are Seattle taxpayers getting their money's worth in a new park? They're wondering because the nearly $3 million park will be just 29 feet wide.

Problem Solvers Copper theft epidemic has lawmakers looking for answers (Photo Gallery) (Video)

By Matt Markovich Published: May 6, 2013 at 3:25 PM PDT Last Updated: May 7, 2013 at 6:43 PM PDT

There's a short answer to why copper metal thefts are so high, but what is clear is that it has become a lucrative career choice for local criminals.

Problem Solvers Scam victim: 'I'm afraid because I don't know how big this is' (Photo Gallery)

By Tracy Vedder Published: Apr 30, 2013 at 5:16 PM PDT Last Updated: May 7, 2013 at 2:29 PM PDT

A local woman believes she became an unwitting accomplice to a new sort of organized crime ring. And, at the very least, it involves deliveries of suspect goods to Russia. When the woman feared retaliation for trying to quit, she turned to the Problem Solvers for help. And we discovered these new type of crime rings can be linked to drugs, laundered money and even terrorism.

Problem Solvers Tax error leaves Puyallup animal shelter at risk of closure

By Elisa Jaffe Published: Apr 5, 2013 at 3:55 PM PDT Last Updated: Apr 26, 2013 at 1:30 PM PDT

Sunny Sky's Animal Rescue owes thousands in back property taxes due to confusion over it's non-profit status.

Problem Solvers Injured veteran helps boy's dream come true with new bike (Video)

By Luke Duecy Published: Mar 27, 2013 at 5:33 PM PDT Last Updated: Mar 27, 2013 at 5:35 PM PDT

Jensen Blaine is a cool 6-year-old with an even cooler hairstyle who's endured 13 surgeries on his heart and spine caused by a rare, 1-in-a-million birth defect. And he's got the surprise of his life, thanks to Ernie Butler.

Problem Solvers Bills would rein in costs on major transportation projects (Video)

By Tracy Vedder Published: Mar 19, 2013 at 10:38 AM PDT Last Updated: Mar 19, 2013 at 10:42 AM PDT

Two bills considered Monday were both about accountability. One forces accountability for errors by state engineers; the other would force contractors to accept all risk for big projects.

Problem Solvers Boy with rare medical condition facing a host of challenges (Video)

By Russ Bowen Published: Mar 14, 2013 at 11:25 PM PDT Last Updated: Mar 15, 2013 at 3:23 PM PDT

His brief life has been fraught with challenges, and things are only getting tougher for Alexander Feagins

Problem Solvers Bill would prevent puppy mill owners from selling dogs online (Video)

By Jeff Burnside Published: Mar 1, 2013 at 5:41 PM PDT Last Updated: Mar 1, 2013 at 7:14 PM PDT

A bill introduced in Congress aims to close a legal loophole that allows owners of puppy mills to sell dogs on the Internet. "The Internet is the puppy miller's best friend," said Dan Paul of the Humane Society of the United States.

Problem Solvers Husband's dying wish granted, thanks to KOMO viewers (Photo Gallery) (Video)

By Eric Johnson Published: Feb 26, 2013 at 6:37 PM PDT Last Updated: Feb 26, 2013 at 6:58 PM PDT

Elsie Smith not only kept her promise to the love of her life, she has some control of her remaining time on Earth, and now she'll proudly leave something behind, thanks to thousands in donations from KOMO viewers.

Problem Solvers WSDOT admits mistakes on 520 Bridge pontoons (Video)

By KOMO Staff Published: Feb 26, 2013 at 2:32 PM PDT Last Updated: Feb 26, 2013 at 6:45 PM PDT

Repairs and design modifications are coming to the pontoons that will support the new State Route 520 floating bridge, the state Department of Transportation announced Tuesday.

Problem Solvers Loophole lets accused puppy mill operator sell dogs online (Photo Gallery) (Video)

By Jeff Burnside Published: Feb 25, 2013 at 12:15 AM PDT Last Updated: Feb 26, 2013 at 9:18 AM PDT

A controversial commercial dog breeder who has been repeatedly fined and served jail time near Seattle for animal-related violations continues to sell dogs over the Internet because of a loophole in federal regulations.

Problem Solvers Problem Solvers help horse owner reach settlement with PSE (Video)

By Elisa Jaffe Published: Feb 15, 2013 at 7:04 PM PDT Last Updated: Feb 15, 2013 at 9:08 PM PDT

Christine Cameron worried power line upgrades on her property could harm her animals. But the Skagit County horse owner felt her fears were falling on deaf ears until the Problem Solvers got involved.

Problem Solvers Elderly woman to sell everything she owns to keep a promise (Photo Gallery) (Video)

By Eric Johnson Published: Feb 15, 2013 at 5:46 PM PDT Last Updated: Feb 19, 2013 at 8:45 AM PDT

Elsie Smith is having an estate sale this weekend even though she'd rather not. She needs money to do something very important. And if that means selling all of her belongings to get it done, then so be it.

Problem Solvers 'It breaks my heart knowing that I couldn't save him from this'

By Michelle Esteban Published: Feb 6, 2013 at 2:10 PM PDT Last Updated: Feb 6, 2013 at 2:10 PM PDT

Last May, no one could understand why a UW college student jumped to his death on campus. His parents say he did it because of a relatively unknown medical condition that they want you to know about.