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Last updated 5:03PM ET
November 20, 2009
November 20, 2009
Law and Justice
Law and Justice
Could NY E-Waste Suit Ricochet on Washington?
Seattle
(2009-11-16)
Washington and 18 other states have laws that require electronics manufacturers to take back their old, worn-out products for recycling. Now, the electronics industry is challenging an e-waste law in New York City they say is too burdensome. Could the suit in New York provide legal ammunition for an attack on Washington's e-waste law? KPLU environment reporter Liam Moriarty has more.
Seattle
(2009-11-16)
Washington and 18 other states have laws that require electronics manufacturers to take back their old, worn-out products for recycling. Now, the electronics industry is challenging an e-waste law in New York City they say is too burdensome. Could the suit in New York provide legal ammunition for an attack on Washington's e-waste law? KPLU environment reporter Liam Moriarty has more.
Aggravated Murder Charges Filed in Officer's Death
Seattle, WA
(2009-11-12)
The King County Prosecutor has filed charges of aggravated first-degree murder and arson against a man alleged to have shot and killed a Seattle police officer on Halloween. The attack injured a second officer. KPLU's Gary Davis has more.
Seattle, WA
(2009-11-12)
The King County Prosecutor has filed charges of aggravated first-degree murder and arson against a man alleged to have shot and killed a Seattle police officer on Halloween. The attack injured a second officer. KPLU's Gary Davis has more.
Murder Charges Filed in Killing of Seattle Officer
Seattle, WA
(2009-11-12)
A case prosecutors are calling a one man war' against Seattle police has resulted in charges of aggravated first-degree murder and arson. Christopher John Monfort is accused in the shooting death of Officer Timothy Brenton on Halloween night, an attack that injured a second officer. As KPLU's Gary Davis reports, quick police work and a crucial tip from a citizen likely prevented more deaths.
Seattle, WA
(2009-11-12)
A case prosecutors are calling a one man war' against Seattle police has resulted in charges of aggravated first-degree murder and arson. Christopher John Monfort is accused in the shooting death of Officer Timothy Brenton on Halloween night, an attack that injured a second officer. As KPLU's Gary Davis reports, quick police work and a crucial tip from a citizen likely prevented more deaths.
DNA Links Suspect to Officer's Slaying
Seattle, WA
(2009-11-09)
Seattle police say DNA evidence links Christopher Monfort to the killing of an officer on Halloween night and to an earlier fire bombing of police cars. Monfort is in Harborview Medical Center, having been shot by police after he pulled a gun on officers trying to talk with him about the crimes. KPLU Law and Justice Reporter Paula Wissel has the story.
Seattle, WA
(2009-11-09)
Seattle police say DNA evidence links Christopher Monfort to the killing of an officer on Halloween night and to an earlier fire bombing of police cars. Monfort is in Harborview Medical Center, having been shot by police after he pulled a gun on officers trying to talk with him about the crimes. KPLU Law and Justice Reporter Paula Wissel has the story.
"Not On Our Bus" Safety Patrols
Seattle
(2009-11-08)
A rise in juvenile crime and disruptive behavior has Pierce Transit stepping up enforcement on buses and at bus stops and park-and-rides. More from KPLU's Liam Moriarty.
Seattle
(2009-11-08)
A rise in juvenile crime and disruptive behavior has Pierce Transit stepping up enforcement on buses and at bus stops and park-and-rides. More from KPLU's Liam Moriarty.
Update on Slain Policeman
Seattle, WA
(2009-11-04)
Seattle police continue to look at possible ties between the killing of an officer on Halloween and the torching of police cars a few weeks ago. The Seattle Times is reporting that a note threatening the lives of police officers was left at the scene of the earlier fire and that pipe bombs were involved. Meanwhile, the reward for information to help catch the killer of the slain officer is now over $100,000 dollars. KPLU Law and Justice Reporter Paula Wissel has the story.
Seattle, WA
(2009-11-04)
Seattle police continue to look at possible ties between the killing of an officer on Halloween and the torching of police cars a few weeks ago. The Seattle Times is reporting that a note threatening the lives of police officers was left at the scene of the earlier fire and that pipe bombs were involved. Meanwhile, the reward for information to help catch the killer of the slain officer is now over $100,000 dollars. KPLU Law and Justice Reporter Paula Wissel has the story.
Police Officer Mourned
Seattle, WA
(2009-11-02)
Flags are flying at half staff in Seattle and a memorial continues to grow at the Central Area site where a policeman was shot and killed Saturday night. Officer Timothy Brenton is being remembered as someone who went above and beyond in the line of duty.KPLU Law and Justice Reporter Paula Wissel has the story.
Seattle, WA
(2009-11-02)
Flags are flying at half staff in Seattle and a memorial continues to grow at the Central Area site where a policeman was shot and killed Saturday night. Officer Timothy Brenton is being remembered as someone who went above and beyond in the line of duty.KPLU Law and Justice Reporter Paula Wissel has the story.
Search for Suspects in Killing of Seattle Police Officer
Seattle, WA
(2009-11-01)
Seattle Police are in an 'intense' search for suspects in the murder of a fellow officer Saturday night. The shooting in the city's Central District also wounded an officer in training. The officers were shot while sitting in their patrol car on 29th Avenue near Yesler.
Gates Grants Hit Home
Seattle, WA
(2009-10-29)
New grants from a local giant aim to help the state's families who have been hardest hit by the recession. The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation is giving $4 million to help with legal assistance and basic human services. KPLU's Gary Davis was there for the announcement.
Seattle, WA
(2009-10-29)
New grants from a local giant aim to help the state's families who have been hardest hit by the recession. The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation is giving $4 million to help with legal assistance and basic human services. KPLU's Gary Davis was there for the announcement.
Two From Kent Sentenced for Immigration Fraud
Seattle, WA
(2009-10-23)
A federal judge in Seattle is sending two people to prison for conspiring to commit immigration fraud. They admitted to coaching would-be immigrants to lie as a way to receive asylum in the U.S. KPLU's Gary Davis has the story.
Seattle, WA
(2009-10-23)
A federal judge in Seattle is sending two people to prison for conspiring to commit immigration fraud. They admitted to coaching would-be immigrants to lie as a way to receive asylum in the U.S. KPLU's Gary Davis has the story.
Ft. Lewis Prison Complaints
Seattle, WA
(2009-10-13)
Two soldiers doing time in the prison at Fort Lewis for going AWOL say their rights have been violated. KPLU Law and Justice Reporter Paula Wissel has the story.
Seattle, WA
(2009-10-13)
Two soldiers doing time in the prison at Fort Lewis for going AWOL say their rights have been violated. KPLU Law and Justice Reporter Paula Wissel has the story.
Where to Put Flood Victims
Seattle, WA
(2009-10-12)
Picture flood victims living in the Tacoma Dome. Or evacuees being housed in a cruise ship terminal. Both scenarios are possible. As KPLU's Paula Wissel reports, emergency officials are looking at "mega shelter" sites that could be used if the Green River Valley floods this winter.
Seattle, WA
(2009-10-12)
Picture flood victims living in the Tacoma Dome. Or evacuees being housed in a cruise ship terminal. Both scenarios are possible. As KPLU's Paula Wissel reports, emergency officials are looking at "mega shelter" sites that could be used if the Green River Valley floods this winter.
Massive WaMu Lawsuit Moving Forward
Seattle, Wa
(2009-10-07)
It's been more than a year since the collapse of Washington Mutual Bank. It's the largest bank failure in U.S. history. And now a federal judge is allowing a potential class-action against WaMu to move forward on behalf of angry shareholders. KPLU business and labor reporter Bellamy Pailthorp has the story.
Seattle, Wa
(2009-10-07)
It's been more than a year since the collapse of Washington Mutual Bank. It's the largest bank failure in U.S. history. And now a federal judge is allowing a potential class-action against WaMu to move forward on behalf of angry shareholders. KPLU business and labor reporter Bellamy Pailthorp has the story.
Mastro Transfers Illegal, Says Federal Trustee
Seattle, WA
(2009-09-30)
The federal trustee in one of the state's biggest bankruptcy cases has taken steps to get back a 27-carot diamond ring, a new Rolls Royce and a waterfront mansion in Medina. The items were moved offshore after Seattle developer Michael R. Mastro was forced into bankruptcy. KPLU business and labor reporter Bellamy Pailthorp has more.
Seattle, WA
(2009-09-30)
The federal trustee in one of the state's biggest bankruptcy cases has taken steps to get back a 27-carot diamond ring, a new Rolls Royce and a waterfront mansion in Medina. The items were moved offshore after Seattle developer Michael R. Mastro was forced into bankruptcy. KPLU business and labor reporter Bellamy Pailthorp has more.
Seattle Times: Durkan Confirmed as U.S. Attorney
Seattle, WA
(2009-09-30)
Seattle attorney Jenny Durkan was confirmed today as U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Washington by a unanimous vote of the U.S. Senate, according to a news release from the U.S. Attorney's Office (Click here for Seattle Times report).
Durkan Nomination Goes to Full Senate
Seattle, WA
(2009-09-24)
Western Washington is a step closer to having a new U.S. Attorney.
The Senate Judiciary Committee has approved Jenny Durkan's nomination. KPLU's Gary Davis reports.
Seattle, WA
(2009-09-24)
Western Washington is a step closer to having a new U.S. Attorney.
The Senate Judiciary Committee has approved Jenny Durkan's nomination. KPLU's Gary Davis reports.
King County Executive Candidates Debate
Seattle, WA
(2009-09-22)
The two candidates who want to run King County government debated before the local Bar Association Tuesday. The issues they touched on went beyond law and justice. KPLU's Gary Davis was there.
Seattle, WA
(2009-09-22)
The two candidates who want to run King County government debated before the local Bar Association Tuesday. The issues they touched on went beyond law and justice. KPLU's Gary Davis was there.
World's Women Police Meet in Seattle
Seattle, WA
(2009-09-21)
You may not notice their presence, but hundreds of police officials have converged on downtown Seattle. All of them are women. They come from all corners of the globe. KPLU's Gary Davis explains.
Seattle, WA
(2009-09-21)
You may not notice their presence, but hundreds of police officials have converged on downtown Seattle. All of them are women. They come from all corners of the globe. KPLU's Gary Davis explains.
"Friends and Family" of Michael Mastro attend Bankruptcy Hearing
Seattle, WA
(2009-09-15)
A $10-million-dollar mansion in Medina, a new Rolls Royce and two diamond rings worth hundreds of thousands of dollars - those are among the assets that 84-year-old Michael R. Mastro and his wife still possess. But it's not clear to what extent they control them. Several dozen investors in Mastro's real estate empire attended a hearing at the federal courthouse in Seattle Tuesday. KPLU's Bellamy Pailthorp was there.
Seattle, WA
(2009-09-15)
A $10-million-dollar mansion in Medina, a new Rolls Royce and two diamond rings worth hundreds of thousands of dollars - those are among the assets that 84-year-old Michael R. Mastro and his wife still possess. But it's not clear to what extent they control them. Several dozen investors in Mastro's real estate empire attended a hearing at the federal courthouse in Seattle Tuesday. KPLU's Bellamy Pailthorp was there.
Seattle Developer Michael Mastro in Court
Seattle, Wa
(2009-09-14)
It's one of the biggest bankruptcy filings in Washington State history. And it probably won't be fully resolved for five or six years. But today (Tuesday) in a federal courtroom, people who lent money to Seattle developer Michael R. Mastro will get to ask him questions for the first time. KPLU business and labor reporter Bellamy Pailthorp has the story.
Seattle, Wa
(2009-09-14)
It's one of the biggest bankruptcy filings in Washington State history. And it probably won't be fully resolved for five or six years. But today (Tuesday) in a federal courtroom, people who lent money to Seattle developer Michael R. Mastro will get to ask him questions for the first time. KPLU business and labor reporter Bellamy Pailthorp has the story.
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