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Salish Sea name adopted in BC
It's official. For those who speak French, it's Mer des Salish.
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Culture
What's Obama got against historic preservation?
The Great Recession and federal and state budget cuts are creating hurdles for heritage advocates who see historic preservation and urban revitalization as a way out of the economic doldrums. Obama's budget is a major setback because it slashes cherished programs.
Culture
How schools can help save neighborhoods
Bringing back neighborhood schools, as Seattle is now doing after a long experiment with desegregation, is a great way to improve the city.
Politics
Is Tim Burgess 'Satan'?
The Seattle City Councilman picks up the Mark Sidran mantle and moves against "quality of life" crimes, a rebranding of Seattle's long-running debate over civility laws.
Politics
Dixy Lee Mayor?
Seattle's new mayor, Mike McGinn, is off to a rocky start. He can take some solace from the past, but there are warning signs too.