Rush-hour traffic in Seattle increases blood pressure, but not for the reason you think It will come as no surprise to anyone who braves I-5 on a weekday at either 8 a.m. or 5 p.m. (or practically any time in between) that your blood pressure tends to increase during sudden slowdowns and bumper-to-bumper backups. But a new study from University of Washington researchers suggests that it’s not just the Tesla changing lanes without using a directional that is causing your heart to pound. Ultrafine particles circulating on and near congested freeways — a toxic mixture of exhaust from tailpipes, brake and tire wear, and road dust — could increase blood pressure and lead to other health problems.
An Apple Cup for the ages: UW seals perfect season with last-second field goal against Cougs The University of Washington Huskies completed their undefeated season and won a nail-biter against Washington State University, 24-21, in their final Apple Cup as Pac-12 competitors.
Will WSU upset UW's season in the Apple Cup? This Coug thinks so The Huskies will host the Cougars tomorrow in what many thought would be the final Apple Cup. It won’t be the last, but it will be the last time the two teams meet as Pac-12 rivals.
'Coug Nation' is itching to spoil the Huskies' perfect season. Can they? ‘There is nothing that a Washington State fan or player would love more than to ruin Washington's chance at making the college football playoff.’
NASA satellites could be a new tool to help estimate snowpack, manage water resources Scientists in Washington recently used NASA satellites to learn more about snow in the mountains.
UW, WSU agree to continue the Apple Cup, at least through 2028 The University of Washington and Washington State University announced Sunday that they've agreed in principle to keep the rivalry alive — for now.
UW sleep doctor wants us to fall back, and stay there Dr. Nathaniel Watson says the artifice of daylight saving time messes with our biological clock, impacting our health. He wants it gone.
This Seattle 'auntie' went to Gaza to make prosthetics for children. After being trapped in the war, she finally escaped Ramona Okumura is a prosthetics clinician who was helping make arms and legs for children when the war in Gaza erupted. Until Wednesday, her family wasn't sure whether she would be able to escape.
Black officers say racism was rampant at UW Police. Trial starts Monday in Seattle A jury trial is scheduled to begin Monday in a case involving dozens of claims of racial discrimination at the University of Washington Police Department.
Washington and Oregon clash in Seattle as two of college football's top teams Two of the best college football teams in the country will clash in Seattle Saturday, the seventh-ranked Washington Huskies, and the eighth-ranked Oregon Ducks.