Culture
Mossback's Northwest: The origins of crab Louis, the NW's quintessential salad
The 'King of Salads' started appearing on menus of upscale restaurants and hotels in the early 1900s but its origin remains a mystery
Knute Berger
Knute “Mossback” Berger is an editor-at-large and host of "Mossback’s Northwest" at Cascade PBS. He writes about politics and regional heritage.
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Opinion
In Seattle, 1918 Armistice Day led to celebrations — and a surge of flu
Celebration broke out on Armistice Day, and city residents seized their freedom, but at a cost.
Opinion
Seattle needs unity. Can Bruce Harrell deliver?
Fixing potholes used to define a good mayor. In today's divided city, the challenges ahead are far more significant.
Environment
In 1931, an orca swam to Portland — and caused a stir
A recent beluga whale sighting had Puget Sound agog. It wasn't the first time a whale visited a Northwest city.
Culture
Mossback's Northwest: The true history of the 'Seattle Freeze'
Locals have been infamous for icing out newcomers since World War I.