'A giant in Washington history': Paul Allen, co-founder of Microsoft and owner of Seahawks, dead at 65
Paul Allen, one of the most influential businessmen and philanthropists in Seattle history and the owner of the Seattle Seahawks, died Monday at the age of 65.
Paul Allen, one of the most influential businessmen and philanthropists in Seattle history and the owner of the Seattle Seahawks, died Monday at the age of 65.
Rams wearing green ribbons in support of Paul Allen's cancer battle
SEATTLE – At the end of the day, football is still just a game.The Los Angels Rams are paying tribute to the Seattle Seahawks’ owner during the teams’ game Sunday at CenturyLink Field.The Rams announced they’ll be wearing lime green ribbons in support of Paul Allen, who announced last week that he’s battling non-Hodgkin lymphoma for the second time.“We send our well wishes to Mr.
SEATTLE – At the end of the day, football is still just a game.The Los Angels Rams are paying tribute to the Seattle Seahawks’ owner during the teams’ game Sunday at CenturyLink Field.The Rams announced they’ll be wearing lime green ribbons in support of Paul Allen, who announced last week that he’s battling non-Hodgkin lymphoma for the second time.“We send our well wishes to Mr.
Trump mocks Christine Blasey Ford's testimony at rally in Mississippi
President Donald Trump for the first time directly mocked Christine Blasey Ford's testimony before the Senate Judiciary Committee by casting doubt on her testimony during a campaign rally.
President Donald Trump for the first time directly mocked Christine Blasey Ford's testimony before the Senate Judiciary Committee by casting doubt on her testimony during a campaign rally.
Paul Allen's cancer has returned
Paul Allen says his non-Hodgkin's lymphoma is back.
Paul Allen says his non-Hodgkin's lymphoma is back.
Trump takes aim at Iran in UN speech
President Donald Trump has singled out Iran for particularly harsh criticism in his annual address to world leaders at the U.N.
President Donald Trump has singled out Iran for particularly harsh criticism in his annual address to world leaders at the U.N.
Alaska Airlines debuts Russell Wilson plane, offers early boarding to passengers wearing Wilson's jersey
SEATTLE -- Alaska Airlines is paying homage to its "Chief Football Officer" in a big way: The airline has unveiled a new Russell Wilson airplane just in time for football season.The plane, a Boeing 737-800, has Wilson painted on the side with a tagline that describes the Seahawks quarterback both on and off the field: "Dream Big.
SEATTLE -- Alaska Airlines is paying homage to its "Chief Football Officer" in a big way: The airline has unveiled a new Russell Wilson airplane just in time for football season.The plane, a Boeing 737-800, has Wilson painted on the side with a tagline that describes the Seahawks quarterback both on and off the field: "Dream Big.
Billionaire Seahawks owner Paul Allen contributes big to GOP ahead of midterm elections
SEATTLE (AP) — Paul Allen, the billionaire Seattle Seahawks and Portland Trailblazers owner and Microsoft co-founder, made his largest-ever foray into congressional politics this year by donating $100,000 to a group seeking to keep Republicans in control of the U.S. House.The Seattle Times reports that the June 14 donation, disclosed in mid-July, went to Protect the House, a committee headed by House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy of California.It's the biggest check Allen has ever sent to a federal political candidate or committee, according to a review of Federal Election Commission filings.Protect the House is a joint fundraising committee, a type of group that lets wealthy donors make a single large contribution which is then divided among candidates and political-action committees, or PACs, across the country.FEC records show the largest chunk of Allen's $100,000 went to the National Republican Campaign Committee, which received $33,900.
SEATTLE (AP) — Paul Allen, the billionaire Seattle Seahawks and Portland Trailblazers owner and Microsoft co-founder, made his largest-ever foray into congressional politics this year by donating $100,000 to a group seeking to keep Republicans in control of the U.S. House.The Seattle Times reports that the June 14 donation, disclosed in mid-July, went to Protect the House, a committee headed by House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy of California.It's the biggest check Allen has ever sent to a federal political candidate or committee, according to a review of Federal Election Commission filings.Protect the House is a joint fundraising committee, a type of group that lets wealthy donors make a single large contribution which is then divided among candidates and political-action committees, or PACs, across the country.FEC records show the largest chunk of Allen's $100,000 went to the National Republican Campaign Committee, which received $33,900.
Trump attacks union leader on Labor Day
President Donald Trump started his Labor Day with an attack on a top union leader, lashing out after criticism from AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka.
President Donald Trump started his Labor Day with an attack on a top union leader, lashing out after criticism from AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka.
'Our young guys need to step up to the next level': Wilson optimistic about Seahawks' season
Russell Wilson has some thoughts about the upcoming season, and none of them involves anything less than a long, successful run in the playoffs.
Russell Wilson has some thoughts about the upcoming season, and none of them involves anything less than a long, successful run in the playoffs.
Washington state sues fake breast cancer charity; wins $500,000
A court found that a bogus charity took millions of dollars from Washington residents who thought they were helping fight breast cancer.
A court found that a bogus charity took millions of dollars from Washington residents who thought they were helping fight breast cancer.
Trump plan scales back Obama's coal emissions standards
The Trump administration on Tuesday came out with new rules scaling back Obama-era constraints on coal-fired power plants, striking at one of the former administration's legacy programs to rein in climate-changing fossil-fuel emissions.
The Trump administration on Tuesday came out with new rules scaling back Obama-era constraints on coal-fired power plants, striking at one of the former administration's legacy programs to rein in climate-changing fossil-fuel emissions.
'We support you!' Trump honors ICE and border protection agents at White House
President Donald Trump used a White House event Monday to pay tribute to federal immigration officials, returning to the fight over the U.S. southern border.
President Donald Trump used a White House event Monday to pay tribute to federal immigration officials, returning to the fight over the U.S. southern border.
49ers' Richard Sherman sidelined by hamstring strain
San Francisco newcomer Richard Sherman will miss the next week of training camp and the 49ers' preseason opener after straining a hamstring in practice Friday.
San Francisco newcomer Richard Sherman will miss the next week of training camp and the 49ers' preseason opener after straining a hamstring in practice Friday.
2020 talk includes Washington's Gov. Inslee, a key Trump foe
Washington Gov. Jay Inslee, a two-term Democratic governor and former congressman, is best known outside the state for his focus on climate issues and renewable energy, but lately he's getting notice for a different role: adversary to President Donald Trump.
Washington Gov. Jay Inslee, a two-term Democratic governor and former congressman, is best known outside the state for his focus on climate issues and renewable energy, but lately he's getting notice for a different role: adversary to President Donald Trump.
Trump invites Putin to White House in the fall amid first summit mop-up
President Donald Trump has asked national security adviser John Bolton to invite Russian President Vladimir Putin to Washington in the fall.
President Donald Trump has asked national security adviser John Bolton to invite Russian President Vladimir Putin to Washington in the fall.
Schottenheimer seriously rethinking Seahawks' offense, from run game to Russell Wilson
RENTON, Wash. – Brian Schottenheimer was on vacation in Florida trying not to think about football when Pete Carroll called.To talk about football.It was OK though.
RENTON, Wash. – Brian Schottenheimer was on vacation in Florida trying not to think about football when Pete Carroll called.To talk about football.It was OK though.
Trump wants new paint job, cushier bed for Air Force One, report says
Air Force One is reportedly not to Donald Trump's taste. The president wants a bigger, cushier bed and a "more American" look for his aircraft, now painted what he calls a "Jackie Kennedy color."
Air Force One is reportedly not to Donald Trump's taste. The president wants a bigger, cushier bed and a "more American" look for his aircraft, now painted what he calls a "Jackie Kennedy color."
7 Fast-food chains agree to end 'no-poaching' policies
Seven national fast-food chains have agreed to end policies that blocked workers from changing branches — limiting wages and job opportunities — under the threat of legal action from the state of Washington.
Seven national fast-food chains have agreed to end policies that blocked workers from changing branches — limiting wages and job opportunities — under the threat of legal action from the state of Washington.
Washington Rep. Adam Smith talks "abolish ICE," Trump, immigration reform
SEATTLE -- Calls to abolish Immigration and Customs Enforcement are getting louder and Washington's representatives are taking the lead.Rep.
SEATTLE -- Calls to abolish Immigration and Customs Enforcement are getting louder and Washington's representatives are taking the lead.Rep.
Trump gets 'welcome' from Montana senator he is opposing
U.S. Sen. Jon Tester gave President Donald Trump a tongue-in-cheek welcome to Montana on Thursday by taking out a full-page ad in more than a dozen newspapers thanking him for signing 16 bills the Democrat sponsored or co-sponsored.
U.S. Sen. Jon Tester gave President Donald Trump a tongue-in-cheek welcome to Montana on Thursday by taking out a full-page ad in more than a dozen newspapers thanking him for signing 16 bills the Democrat sponsored or co-sponsored.