This week's list of favorite things runs the gamut from tiny mandarin oranges, to Louis CK's new profane stand up comedy special, and just about everything in between. Come find out what it is that warmed the cockles of our writers' heart, and share yours with us. more ›

It's the day after Thanksgiving. In many households this means rummaging through your garage to locate boxes and bins full of holiday decor. Following an extensive de-tangling session you may find last year’s lights are damaged or broken. Rather than tossing these misfit lights in the trash along with the decaying turkey carcass and deviled egg remains, we suggest your recycle. more ›

• While lightning may not strike the same person twice, getting stuck on the Monorail just might. Just ask Ballard resident Robert Baker.
• The cold weather and icy roads may be a hassle for the rest of us, but if you're selling chains or snow tires, it's been a boon. So much so, according to White Center Now, it's nearly impossible to find chains at area stores.
• It seems that public transportation in Seattle has always had a problem with the hills when it snows. Just check out this photo of a derailed Seattle cable car from 1929.