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The streets of Ballard turned violent on March 2 when a homeless man, Matthew Scott Korpinen, 38, was beaten to death with a metal pipe.

Police arrested John Robert Dwyer, 53, nearby after talking to a witness. Dwyer was charged with…MORE

Entrepreneur Thampipillai Thilakarajah, or "Thampay," says he found a "sweet spot" with his 10th boutique grocery store, the Alki Urban Market.

"Every day I hear from the neighborhood that I have the right stuff," says the 44-year-old Sri…MORE

South King County is struggling.

Poverty, poor health, high dropout rates, lack of options for transportation and parks and trails, and little opportunity for arts and culture have challenged our economic development and fractured our…MORE

The Seattle City Council will review a proposal in the next two months that would increase building height in an Interbay commercial area from its current 40-foot limit up to 125 feet.

The Council anticipates a draft proposal to be…MORE

The idea of a trail or a walking path is being redefined to fit this urban community, and soon residents and visitors will be able to explore West Seattle neighborhoods on foot through a system of community created pathways.

What started…MORE

Public use of the Des Moines Marina boat launch has been decreasing since 1998, with few exceptions, Harbormaster Joe Dusenbury told a gathering of local residents March 6.

Dusenbury discussed changes planned for the marina during a talk…MORE

South King County has a rich, multifaceted heritage developed from the industry and dedication of its early pioneers and immigrants over the past 150 years.

Today we have numerous historical societies, museums, Civil and Revolutionary War…MORE

The Port of Seattle commission last week lifted the moratorium on new project approval instituted in mid-January.

Under the moratorium, the commission refused to authorize new projects not essential for public health, safety or security…MORE

Where can an artist go when she has just one day to find a studio big enough to construct a 30-foot, one-ton concrete sculpture for a tony Las Vegas resort?

"Thank god for Craig's List," answers artist Kim Graham.

Through the…MORE

Is there really a way to prevent the common cold and flu?

Well, one retired local pharmacist-turned-author believes he has the answer to this age-old question.

In his new book, Finally!!! Stop Having Colds & Flu, Normandy Park's…MORE