Why are potbellied pigs banned from Seattle schools? Louren Reed first saw the sign at Eckstein Middle School in north Seattle: “No dogs, cats, or pot bellied pigs.” Matt Martin
Seattle hasn't elected a woman mayor in 91 years. Here's why Why hasn’t Seattle had a woman mayor since 1928, when Bertha K. Landes was in office? (Her slogan: Municipal Housecleaning.) Jason Pagano Bill Radke Ann Kane
Who were Burke and Gilman, and how’d they get their names on our trail? If you live in Seattle and own a bike, you’re probably acquainted with the Burke-Gilman trail. But are you acquainted with Burke and Gilman? Amy Rolph
What is the role of philanthropy in Seattle? Seattle has a rich history of big giving that goes back to the middle of the last century. As a communications officer at the Gates Foundation, Local... Marcie Sillman
The spooky, underwater forests of Lake Washington and Lake Sammamish At the southern end of Lake Sammamish, just off Greenwood Point, several jagged, gray logs stick up from the water. They’re the only visible sign of an... Amy Rolph
What was the cost to people caught in the travel ban? Airports were in chaos in January, hours after President Trump issued an executive order barring people from seven Muslim countries. Ruby de Luna
How far do Seattleites have to go for some GD sun?! This winter was one of the rainiest winters on record in Seattle. That got KUOW listener Tom Donnelly wondering, “How far from Seattle would you have to... Emily Fox
Where do you find sunshine close to Seattle? Jeannie Yandel speaks with KUOW's Morning Edition host Emily Fox about a question she is trying to answer as part of our Local Wonder series. The... Jeannie Yandel Emily Fox Matt Martin
Government Rent control is illegal in Seattle. Here’s why Why was rent control originally outlawed in Washington state? Amy Rolph
The lights on Seattle’s tallest building flash at us. Why? Capitol Hill resident Steven Sieden can see the Columbia Center from his bedroom window. The 76-story building is like a monolith, dominating his view.... Bond Huberman
