Opinion
Give students time, not labels
A survey of 66 large, urban school districts shows that students spend about 2.3 percent of their class…
Craig Groshart
Opinion
Which events deserved thumbs up and thumbs down the week of Sept. 25
Thumbs up for the state of Washington for hosting a visit this week from Xi Jinping.
News
I-405 carpool tolls between Bellevue and Lynnwood begin Sunday
New High-Occupancy Toll lanes between Downtown Bellevue and Lynnwood become operational on Interstate 405 on Sunday.
Opinion
Goodbye — and hello | Editor’s Note | Craig Groshart
Today is my last day at the Reporter. I’m retiring. It’s been fun, interesting and personally rewarding.
Opinion
As the holidays begin, share help and hope with others | Craig Groshart | Editor’s Note
There is so much more to the holiday season than things in pretty boxes and fancy bows. More…
News
Screaming babies and other good things | Craig Groshart | Editor’s Note
I’ve discovered that I like screaming babies. I’ve got to be kidding, right?
News
Meals Program seeks volunteers
The Meals Program in Issaquah is looking for groups or organizations to prepare and serve a dinner to…
News
Issaquah groups offer help to homeless, others
Each day, Monday through Thursday, more than 100 households in Issaquah and Sammamish will find the food and…
News
Issaquah, Sammamish step up big time to provide Oso mudslide relief
Cori Walters knew she had to do something to help the victims of the Oso mudslide. As executive…
Opinion
Boeing machinists encouraged to keep jobs in Washington
Our editor encourages members of the Machinists Union at Boeing to vote "yes" on extending the contract with…
News
Small business Saturday
Time to shop, but keep it local. Small businesses have time to give personal attention to a customer’s…
Opinion
Enough: Time to end the government shutdown | Editorial
President Obama made the right decision Wednesday to invite Republican and Democratic congressional leaders to the White House…
Opinion
‘Hijacked’: Issaquah ploy damages public trust | Editorial
We’re not sure what possessed the city of Issaquah to “hijack” two web domains owned by the Sammamish…
Opinion
We want you to become part of the discussion | Craig Groshart | Editor’s Note
Some time back, my wife gave me a coffee mug that said “Bark Less, Wag More.” The meaning?…
Opinion
An eye-blink away from death | Editor’s Note
A story in today's Reporter tells of Gov. Chris Gregoire proclaiming this week as Drowsy Driving Prevention Week…
Opinion
It’s a date, new online calendar gives wider reach | Editorial
For all our readers who use our online calendar – help has arrived. The Reporter has a new…
Opinion
Good Samaritans DO exist | Craig Groshart
You’ve probably read the story or seen it on TV, but I can’t stop thinking about it: Anonymous…
Opinion
Schultz’s wake-up call: Message from Starbucks’ CEO deserves attention by Congress | Editorial
Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz has struck a strong chord in the country with his call for corporations to…
Opinion
Vote yes on Veterans and Human Services Levy | Editorial
Times are tight, the economy – again – is in trouble and no one knows what to do.…
Opinion
Park pass plan a good idea, but … | Editorial
Have you purchased your $30 "Discover Pass" to visit state parks this year? Oops. Make that a $35…