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By Larry Rice Published: Jun 13, 2013 at 6:29 AM PDT

Are you among the 200 million people who use Linkedin?
Well one of the newest Linkedin members - is also the richest man in the world - Microsoft Chairman Bill Gates.

Gates made the announcement from his Twitter account, saying he's "excited to join the 200 million plus strong LinkedIn community.

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Germs Don't Take Vacation (Audio)

By Frank Lenzi Published: Jun 12, 2013 at 7:12 AM PDT

Planning a vacation anytime soon? Be ready to have a lot of germs join you on your journey. ABC'S Nick Watt joins us for a disgusting look at your vacation accommodations.

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House And Senate Members Get Classified Intelligence Briefings (Audio)

By Frank Lenzi Published: Jun 12, 2013 at 7:10 AM PDT

There are many more questions than answers as top officials conduct classified intelligence briefings for House and Senate members today. ABC'S Sam Donaldson has the latest.

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Immigration Overhaul Passes First Major Hurdle (Audio)

By Frank Lenzi Published: Jun 12, 2013 at 7:08 AM PDT

A plan to overhaul U.S. immigration policy has passed its first major hurdle. The Senate voted to move forward with the legislation Tuesday. ABC News Correspondent Ann Compton has more from the White House.

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Legendary heartthrob plays Snoqualmie Casino (Photo Gallery) (Video) (Audio)

By KOMO NewsRadio Staff Published: Jun 11, 2013 at 4:31 PM PDT Last Updated: Jun 11, 2013 at 5:09 PM PDT

Legendary singer and songwriter Paul Anka performed at Snoqualmie Casino this month, and wooed fans with hits such as "Diana," "My Way," and "Lonely Boy.

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Oil Rig Operator: Milestone Reached Three Years After Gulf Coast Disaster (Audio)

By Frank Lenzi Published: Jun 11, 2013 at 6:57 AM PDT

It has been three years and two months since the Deepwater Horizon disaster claimed eleven lives and sent millions of barrels of oil spewing into the Gulf of Mexico. Now, the operator of the offshore oil rig says it has reached a milestone. ABC'S Jim Ryan reports.

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Boehner Pulls No Punches About Snowden (Audio)

By Frank Lenzi Published: Jun 11, 2013 at 6:55 AM PDT

In an exclusive interview on ABC's "Good Morning America," House Speaker John Boehner pulls no punches when talking about N.S.A. whistle-blower Edward Snowden. ABC News White House Correspondent Ann Compton reports the White House is being a little more cautious.

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N.S.A. Contract Employee Says He Was The Person Who Leaked Info About Government Surveillance Program (Audio)

By Frank Lenzi Published: Jun 10, 2013 at 7:26 AM PDT

A contract employee of the N.S.A. says he is the person who leaked secret documents about the government's surveillance program. 29-year-old Edward Snowden revealed his identity in a videotaped interview with Britain's "Guardian" Newspaper.

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Study: Retirees Don't Have Enough Money (Audio)

By Frank Lenzi Published: Jun 10, 2013 at 7:24 AM PDT

A new study finds most retirees across the country do not have enough money to live on while many younger Americans simply are not saving enough for their retirements. The study was conducted by Interest.com. ABC'S Richard Davies says the news is not surprising.

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Yelp to add restaurants' health-inspection grades

By Associated Press Published: Jan 18, 2013 at 9:27 AM PDT Last Updated: Jan 18, 2013 at 1:39 PM PDT

Reviews site Yelp is adding restaurants' health-inspection grades to its site, giving users yet another filter through which they can decide where to eat.

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By Associated Press Published: Jan 18, 2013 at 1:37 PM PDT

The number of older people hospitalized with the flu has risen sharply, prompting federal officials to take unusual steps to make more flu medicines available and to urge wider use of them as soon as symptoms appear.

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By MIKE STOBBE AP Medical Writer Published: Jan 17, 2013 at 9:43 AM PDT Last Updated: Jan 18, 2013 at 1:34 PM PDT

A large study offers reassuring news for pregnant women: It's safe to get a flu shot.

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Don Rickles visits Snoqualmie Casino (Photo Gallery) (Video) (Audio)

By KOMO NewsRadio Staff Published: May 3, 2013 at 6:53 PM PDT Last Updated: May 9, 2013 at 4:12 PM PDT

Father of all that is insult-comedy, Don Rickles brought his standup routine to Snoqualmie Casino Sunday, April 28th.

KOMO NewsRadio's Art Sanders was one of those lucky audience members who got the chance to meet Rickles, and chat with him about his career.

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By Art Sanders Published: Mar 21, 2013 at 6:00 PM PDT

America's Car Museum has been open now for about a year in Tacoma, and KOMO News Radio's Art Sanders got the scoop on a new exhibit coming in June.

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By Larry Rice Published: Mar 14, 2013 at 2:01 PM PDT Last Updated: Mar 18, 2013 at 2:13 PM PDT

New trivia game APP developed by Jeopardy champ and local celebrity Ken Jennings of Edmonds WA no available at the app store.

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