Tiny turtles do more that make you happy--this week, they also save you money. more ›

The folks at Woodland Park Zoo always know how to perk up our PMs. Today, it's with teeny turtles. more ›

The people have spoken, and Referendum No. 1, the 20-cent plastic bag tax, has been shot down, trailing a black plume of petroleum-fueled flames, as the corporate plastic bag companies rejoice. The Seattle Times reported the defeat came with a staggering 58 percent to 42 percent rejection, with more than half of the expected votes counted. more ›

Now thanks to the Woodland Park Zoo, the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, and the Western Pond Turtle Recovery Project, there's a few more of these wee turtles in the wild. more ›

That's right, little turtles. Soak up that sun while you can. The forecast is clear and sunny as far as we can see for the next several days, but you never know when the real September will stand up. This and other shots of sun worship available today and everyday in our Seattlest Flickr Pool. more ›