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When Are the Most Common Times for Fatal Car Accidents?
Despite significant drops in traffic during the first years of the COVID-19 pandemic, the number of motor vehicle fatalities in the U.S. did not decrease.…
Where Does Washington Rank Among National Depression Rates?
Depression is a leading cause of disability worldwide, according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, the World Health Organization, and the Pan American Health…
Are These the Best Duos in Seattle Mariners History?
In Major League Baseball, it takes more than one skilled player to field a championship contender. It takes talent all over the field at a…
Who Are Washington’s Richest Residents?
The first billionaire ever is thought to be Standard Oil magnate John D. Rockefeller back in 1916, or perhaps Henry Ford in 1925. Fast forward…
20 Great Books You Need to Read by Asian American Authors
May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, and what better way to celebrate than to stack your to-be-read lists with some of the…
Should You Care About Inflation?
In March, American consumer prices rose 8.5% from 2021, creating the sharpest increase in inflation since 1981. The average national price for gas climbed to…
See the Most Extreme Temperatures in Washington History
On July 9, 2021, California’s Death Valley reached 130 degrees Fahrenheit, according to an automated measuring system there, representing one of the highest temperatures ever…
Dog Park Best Practices for New Dog Owners
Part of the responsibility of being a new dog owner is to teach your dog how to socialize. This can be a fun experience as…
20 Starter Houseplants Anyone Can Keep Alive
Houseplants are a great way to bring greenery inside and uplift the mood of a home. Many people, however, hesitate to own plants due to…
50 Women Who Broke Barriers in the Music Industry
The music industry is dominated by powerful women, whether that be the record-breaking albums coming from acts like Taylor Swift or glass-ceiling-shattering boardroom executives. Of…
Milestones in Women’s History From the Year You Were Born
The feminist movement of the 1960s and 1970s reminded the world that women have always played important historical roles, despite often being overlooked. But even…
Black Artists Music Wouldn’t Be the Same Without
If you’re anything like the overwhelming majority of 90s kids, last night wasn’t about a football game. Last night was about a superb halftime show…
What Happened in Black Sports History the Year You Were Born?
For more than 100 years, Black athletes have shaped the course of American sports. In the early 20th century, it was much harder for Black…
The Story Behind Every NFL Team Name
There are no National Football League teams in the magical world of Oz, but there are Lions, Bengals, and Bears. The NFL has 32 teams—each…
What Are the Fastest Growing Cities in Washington?
Population growth in the United States is slowing. From 2010 to 2020, the population grew by just 7.4%—the lowest rate since the 1930s. Declining birth…
History of Vaccine Mandates in the US
On Sept. 9, 2021, President Joe Biden announced new COVID-19 vaccine requirements for government employees, large employers, and health care workers to combat the latest…