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Some call it the "bicycle bailout." The nation's $700 billion financial rescue package is also offering a surprising tax break for those who bike to work. KING 5's Tonya Mosley explains how this incentive made its way into the bailout package and what it means for you.

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Winds of change may be blowing right through your neighborhood. Whatcom County is considering allowing home owners to set up large turbines on their property, but in some places people are putting smaller turbines on their roofs to generate energy. Can this earth-friendly way of producing power for yourself also put some green back in your wallet? KING 5's Mimi Jung reports.

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Remember the carefree days of childhood? Research shows kids may have a secret weapon in their stress-reducing arsenal, one that adults should definitely copy. KING 5's Jean Enersen reports.

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The National Park Service hopes to serve generations with the new Henry M. Jackson Memorial Visitor Center. KING 5's Drew Mikkelsen takes us to Paradise for a tour.

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Midnight marks the start of week six in the Boeing machinists' strike. The company and the union will resume negotiations soon, but some wonder about the long term. KING 5's Glenn Farley reports.

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We've all heard how important it is to read to children. But did you also know how critical reading is for learning good writing skills? KING 5's Carolyn Douglas has some important tips for families.

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No matter how tied your money is to Wall Street, there's one thing most of us have in common: the economy has started changing habits. In a KING 5 poll taken Friday, 76 percent said they've started cutting expenses. KING 5's Eric Schudiske reports.

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Ever wonder why commercial containers always look so good? We'll talk to someone who builds them, and share some tips from the pros at Highridge so you can build your own.

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We all want to know how to protect our money during this turbulent time. Financial consultant Marne Anderson as some advice on how to manage your household budget.

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The city gave the homeless encampment until noon Friday to move out of Discovery Park. Now they're moving to Seattle's University Christian Church. KING 5's Linda Brill reports.

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Four new films arrive this week, including a spy thriller starring Leonardo Dicaprio and Russell Crowe, and a football movie about the late great Ernie Davis. Movie critic Gary Cogill reviews the latest Hollywood offerings: 'Body of Lies,' 'Flash of Genius,''Billy: The Early Years' and 'The Express.'

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It's tougher to get a home loan these days, thanks to our current economic struggles. You need to put more money down and keep paying those bills on time so your credit score won't suffer. But interest rates for mortgages are still low, hovering just under 6 percent. And that means refinancing is still an option for those looking to save money. Renay San Miguel reports.

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There are only three weeks until Halloween, and because it is on Friday this year it means there will be more parties to attend.Since Halloween is all about decor, be sure to create an environment that engages guests and creates a high energy atmosphere.

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The folks at Tesla started with a simple observation: No one wants to drive the modified golf carts that have been passed off for electric cars. So instead of designing a slow, rickety appliance, they birthed a sexy sports car.

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President Bush said Friday that the government's financial rescue plan was aggressive enough and big enough to work, but would take time to fully kick in. "We are a prosperous nation with immense resources and a wide range of tools at our disposal ... We can solve this crisis and we will," Bush said in brief remarks from the White House Rose Garden.

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Pink ribbons are symbols of breast cancer support. The color is on everything from bracelets to candy, and now hair. One Bothell hair salon's has an interesting idea to put pink on your head. KING 5's Roberta Romero reports.

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All eyes are on Wall Street Friday after Thursday's big nosedive. European and Asian markets also put up losses, with Japan's Nikkei in crash territory, down 10 percent. KING 5's Jane McCarthy reports.

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The economic downturn has dealt a severe blow to Snohomish County. More than 800 workers learned Thursday that they will soon be out of a job. KING 5's Elisa Hahn reports.

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A small beetle carrying a big problem is crawling under the bark of Seattle elm trees for the winter. And while it's there, spores of the dreaded Dutch Elm Disease will take hold and the damage will be done. KING 5's Gary Chittim reports.

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Maybe you drive a Prius or a SmartCar averaging better than 40 miles to the gallon. Well, those are gas guzzlers compared to what you're about to see. A Bellingham man is hoping to make history with his homemade car at 100 miles per gallon or more. KING 5's Eric Wilkinson reports.

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The investigation and prosecution of a suspected killer could cost Skagit County millions of dollars. Isaac Zamora is accused in a shooting spree last month in Alger that left six people dead. KING 5's Rob Piercy reports.

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If you're planning to travel across the mountains, you may want to prepare for ice and snow. A fall freeze is forecast for parts of Western Washington, which means snow at Snoqualmie Pass and the threat of icy roads in some areas down at sea level. KING 5's Chris Daniels reports from the pass, Shannon O'Donnel is keeping an eye on conditions.

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Talks are expected to resume this weekend between Boeing and its machinsts in hope of ending the strike that is now 34 days old. KING 5's Glenn Farley reports.

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Travelers with babies could fill a minivan with all the things they need. That's lead one Seattle area business to find a niche in the travel industry. KING 5's Charlotte Starck reports.

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When Lauri Cass' cruise plans went under, she took her travel agent to court and won. But when the travel agent refused to pay up, she decided to get Jesse.

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The Poulsbo Fire Department says a 7-year-old boy has died after being injured in an accident at a health club. KING 5's Jim Forman reports.

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A homeowner was standing in his garage when a huge garbage truck went airborne and slammed into his home. KING 5's Elisa Hahn reports.

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Could this be the beginning of the end of the Boeing machinists' strike? After 33 days, new talks are scheduled with a federal mediator. KING 5's Tricia Manning-Smith reports.

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A couple guys in Everett are in the business of heavy-duty lifting. We're talking thousands of tons heavy. Jim Dever weighs in.

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At the Tacoma Netflix factory you'll find the Northwest's fastest DVD stuffer. Josephine Cheng has the story.

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Dr. Michael Riley, former superintendent of the Bellevue School District, was found dead in his Virginia apartment on Wednesday morning. KING 5's Chris Daniels reports.

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Seattle and Tacoma have the fastest rising rents in the country - up more than 7 percent since last fall. But there are already signs things may have peaked. KING 5's Glenn Farley reports.

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Call it "drunk driving" on the "information superhighway" or e-mailing under the influence. Now Google is offering subscribers a computer sobriety test to help avoid embarrassing e-mails sent out without the benefit of a clear mind. KING 5's Eric Wilkinson reports.

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Gas and oil prices threaten to make this an expensive winter for heating homes, and Puget Sound Energy just announced a 5 percent rate hike for natural gas. KING 5's Gary Chittim reports.

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The family of a murdered Tacoma man gets a $2 million settlement from the State of Washington. The family says the state could have done more to protect their loved one from his killer. KING 5's Drew Mikkelsen spoke with the family.

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It was a remarkable rescue in Portland. A woman was inside her home as it slid off its foundation, down a hillside, and crashed into another home. Neighbors jumped into action to save her. Randy Neves reports from the scene.

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The country's financial climate has many wondering where it's safest to store money. Credit unions have been around for decades, but countless bank customers have never thought about using them until recently. KING 5's Deborah Feldman reports.

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A language arts teacher from Cle Elum-Roslyn High School was named the 2009 Washington Teacher of the year today. Susan Johnson received the award at the Seattle Museum of Flight.

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Like a lot of people, you're probably considering moving your money out of the stock market, so here are some ideas on where to keep your cash.