April Fools' Day 2024: Seattle gets creative with social media pranks

April Fools' Day falls on a Monday this year and several Seattle brands, companies, teams and agencies have unveiled their jokes on social media.

Hyundai, Kia: Millions of recalled vehicles with fire risk remain on road

Millions of recalled Hyundai and Kia vehicles remain on the road — unrepaired — after being recalled in September, according to the Associated Press.

Seattle's top Easter egg hunts for families

Seattle is gearing up for a festive weekend that will have your little ones hopping with excitement. Here's where to find the best Easter egg hunts around Seattle.

EV maker slashes prices as it tries to avoid bankruptcy

California-based electric vehicle startup Fisker slashed the prices of some of its vehicles as it fights to avoid bankruptcy after a potential deal with another automaker fell through. 

Subaru recalling over 118K vehicles for airbag deployment issues

Subaru is recalling more than 118,000 vehicles in the U.S. due to an issue that could prevent the airbags from deploying during a crash, according to a federal safety regulator. 

Burger King giving out free Whoppers to celebrate 2024 solar eclipse — How to get one

Come April 8, as the solar eclipse captivates spectators from Texas to Maine, Burger King will be satisfying hungry crowds with an exclusive deal to mark this cosmic rarity.

Baltimore sells $1 houses in effort to combat vacant home crisis

Baltimore, Maryland, city officials approved a program that would sell city-owned vacant homes for next to nothing at $1 for some applicable residents. 

Eloping under the eclipse: Couples to get hitched during rare solar event

Couples across the country are gearing up to exchange vows under the upcoming total lunar eclipse, with Ohio's Seneca County hosting the "Elope at the Eclipse" event on April 8.

FAA issues travel warning ahead of April's total solar eclipse

"Due to the high volume of traffic along the eclipse path, (airport) arrivals can expect lengthy delays during peak traffic periods," the FAA said.

Trader Joe's raises banana prices for 1st time in over 2 decades

Trader Joe's, known for its affordability, is breaking a long-standing tradition by raising banana prices for the first time in over two decades.

‘Titanic’ wood panel that saved Rose, not Jack, in movie sells for $700K

The movie prop from "Titanic" has caused much debate from fans, many of whom have argued that the wood panel could have supported both Jack and Rose.

McDonald's to sell Krispy Kreme doughnuts nationwide

McDonald’s will begin selling Krispy Kreme Doughnuts nationwide by the end of 2026, both chains announced on Tuesday.

Costco to crack down on non-members eating at food courts

The retailer will enforce a requirement that food court patrons have a Costco membership card starting in a couple of weeks, according to reports.

The cost of dating in 2024 is stressing people out, survey finds

According to a recent survey from Self Financial, nearly 69% of American adults felt uneasy about the cost of a date.