Occupy Seattle's Port Shutdown, Seattle City Council's thrilling legislative decisions, why one should never drink and drive, and a British newspaper is forced to apologize for its bad behavior...A pretty active Monday.
Extra Extra: Seahawks, Port Shutdowns, And You
Monday Morning Headlines
Anti plastic-baggers, welfare scammers, Amanda Knox tell-all-abouters, and the pacific Northwest accent. TGIM!
Gallery: This Week In Seattle
It has really been the most beautiful fall, hasn't it? This week, our photographer friends were mostly obsessed with leaves--though a few other oddities may have caught their eye, as well
Go West!: Octopus Obsession Edition
What do Amanda Knox and the Chamber of Commerce president have in common? They are both leaving. Meanwhile: octopi, a sentencing in the Steve Bushaw murder, a new social, etc. club, and a townhouse fire. Coming up: a ton of chances for yelling at public meetings, and some cool recognition for West Seattle Blog leader Tracy Record.
Poll: What Was the Worst Halloween Costume You Saw This Weekend?
Despite the fact that today is actually Halloween, there were plenty of costumed folks roaming the streets (and passing out in alleys) over the weekend. In fact, yesterday, most of the costume shops had already begun to start marking down their wigs and other polyester crap.
Hayden Panettiere Hopes Amanda Knox Uses Her Freedom Well
Thank goodness, Hayden Panettiere has finally made a statement about Amanda Knox. Now we can really put this story to bed.
Extra, Extra: Microsoft is Building an Empire, Amanda Knox is Not a Halloween Costume
Scrap that green blazer you bought: Amanda Knox is probably the season's worst Halloween costumer. And not because it's too soon. Also, Microsoft is acquiring Skype!
Go West!: Carmageddon, Whale Tail Ale and Amanda Knox's Homecoming
As Amanda Knox settles back into West Seattle life, local students settle back into school and the neighborhood gears up for the viaduct closure. Plus, West Seattle gains a new beer, residents occupy Seattle, and a new owner for The Hole.
Thursday Morning Headlines
People are really terrible people to children. Also: Occupy Seattle protests still going strong with or without tents, Amanda Knox gets offered some cash for some storytelling, some seniors get some money they were scammed out of back, and talking on your cell phone while you're driving is still illegal. Oh, and that election's coming up in a month, in case you forgot.
Wednesday Morning Headlines
Amanda Knox came home, the Occupy Seattle protests kept running strong throughout the night, a downtown gas leak, a North Seattle robbery and more, in this morning's headlines.
Tuesday Morning Headlines
Gregoire directs the Lottery to return a van, churches and synagogues can now host tent cities indefinitely as long as they keep the populations low, and Amanda Knox is coming home, all in today's headlines.
Amanda Knox is Free
The marathon legal battles of Seattleite Amanda Knox are finally over, and she is likely on her way home.
Stoned, Poor, and Hungry: Italian Freedom Edition
You were so busy watching the Amanda Knox verdict, you forgot to get your lazy self to the Grocery Outlet for some more microwavable pizzas. What are you going to eat tonight? Never fear, the Seattlest Stoner is here with some Italian-inspired grub. So pick up a bottle of cheap red and toast to freedom...or getting away with murder, whichever you believe.
Amanda Knox Update: Awaiting a Verdict
The Amanda Knox trial officially ended with a turn that left the courtroom in tears. With the proceedings finally over, the world is awaiting a verdict.
Monday Morning Headlines
Amanda Knox verdict expected today, Starbucks wants to help stimulate job growth, a woman is missing on Mt. St. Helens and one local beefcake is doing out city proud. TGIM!
Extra, Extra: Bank of America, Amanda Knox, and Mouse Poop
Closing statements, monthly billing, and turds. What more do you need to know?
Tuesday Morning Headlines
A stolen car came to a stop in the U-District fire station, Amanda Knox receives faint praise in Italian court, and divorce seems inevitable after an unenviable end to an argument between a couple in Queen Anne.
Amanda Knox Update: Return of the Inquisition
With the appeal wrapping up, prosecutors used one last chance to tar Amanda Knox's character. Once again, sex and morals have been brought to the forefront of a case that's already gone far beyond the bounds of appropriateness in discussing both.
Monday Morning Headlines
Name calling in the Amanda Knox trial, a firey explosion in NorthSeattle, police chase down a stolen vehicle in North Seattle and a new city budget from the mayor. Welcome to Monday.
Extra, Extra: Wrapping Up the Knox Appeal
At long last, it's Friday. Here's a spot of news (and your weather outlook) to get you ready for the weekend.
Extra, Extra: Tacoma's Teachers Still On Strike
In today's news: Tacoma's teachers are still on strike, the tunnel is moving ever so slowly closer to becoming a reality (or at least a real headache), and Amanda Knox may soon be returning to Seattle's rich soil.
Extra, Extra: Quakes in BC, Fires in Goldendale
Did you feel the earthquake? Neither did we. But some people did. And if they weren't shaken up by the tectonic tremble, they might be by some of today's other news headlines.
The Amanda Knox Trial Explained
After being in the headlines for 4 years, through constant tabloid innuendo and legal wrangling, the Amanda Knox saga has gotten complicated. We've tackled some of the frequently asked questions about the case.
Thursday Morning Headlines
Start your morning with a little Foxy Knoxy. Plus: tons of crimes, one crime in a stupid hat, noble police dogs and a body found in a trash can, with a couple of lawsuits sprinkled on top.
Extra, Extra: Good News for Knox, Chicken Manure and Bikini Baristas
Amanda Knox, manure, and bikini baristas. This is the best news day ever!
Monday Morning Headlines
Happy Labor Day! Here's what you missed while you were enjoying your weekend.
Extra, Extra: Trades and Appeals
Amanda Knox is still in court, lawmakers are still padding their own pockets, and the Mariners are still hoping to put together a team that won't suck. What else is new?
Two Forensics Experts: Critical DNA in Knox's Trial Should be Thrown Out
Seattleite and convicted murderer Amanda Knox is back in appeals court overseas today--and things may finally be going her way.
How Much Do You Support Foxy Knoxy? The Amanda Defense Fund Wants You To Put a Dollar Amount On It
You never really know who your friends are until you're on trial for murder in Italy.
Monday Morning Headlines
What are you going to talk about around the grill today? How about Amanda Knox or a gang fight in Sodo? Yup, you're sure to be the life o the party.

