1. In 1933, the Washington State Democratic Party held a convention in Spokane to nominate candidates for statewide office. The convention was notable for its heated debates over New Deal policies and the role of the federal government in the economy.

2. On October 14, 1962, the Seattle World's Fair closed its gates after six months of operation. The fair had attracted millions of visitors from around the world and showcased the latest in science, technology, and international culture.

3. In 1972, the Washington State Department of Natural Resources completed a comprehensive inventory of the state's forests, which found that timber production had increased significantly over the previous decade. The report helped guide policy decisions around forest management and conservation.

4. On October 14, 1999, Washington Governor Gary Locke signed into law a bill that created the Washington State Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP). The program provided affordable health insurance to children from low-income families and became a model for similar programs in other states.

5. In 2013, the Seattle Seahawks defeated the Arizona Cardinals 34-22 in a Monday Night Football game at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, AZ. The win improved the Seahawks' record to 5-1 on the season, and they would go on to win Super Bowl XLVIII later that year.