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How the harp took the lead in jazz, thanks to these innovative women

Originally serving as elegant embellishment for large ensembles, Dorothy Ashby and Alice Coltrane solidified the harp’s position as a lead instrument and tool for innovative jazz sounds.

At 100, two soul jazz heavyweights bridge the blues to new generations

Saxophonists Lou Donaldson and organist Jack McDuff, both born in 1926, championed memorable melodies and grooves rooted in the blues, and eventually became part of the fabric of a hip hop.

An empty plate and a full glass of beer sit on the bar Tacoma's "The Red Hot" restaurant, in memory of Sue Kidd, a longtime food critic who died March 1.

For Sue Kidd, strip mall diners and fancy bistros held equal merit

The longtime Pierce County food journalist was fearless in her reviews, but also kind and professional — earning the trust of area restaurateurs.

Rachel Z explores joy, sorrow, life and loss on new album 'Sensual'

Pianist Rachel Z releases Sensual with her trio, including husband Omar Hakim drumming. They'll be performing in Seattle June 6.

Tyra Banks walks the runway during the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show on Tuesday in Brooklyn, New York — her first time doing so since 2005.

After 6 years, the Victoria's Secret fashion show brings big names back to its runway

After weathering a series of controversies, the lingerie company's first official show since 2018 featured iconic Angels like Adriana Lima and Tyra Banks, plus debuts by Ashley Graham and Kate Moss.

Iran war enters its 6th week as military searches for downed jet crew member

The war in Iran enters its 6th week as the search continues for the missing U.S. service member who bailed out of a fighter jet shot down over Iran on Friday.

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