KIRO Newsradio
Bellevue PD is teaching women to fight back with self-defense
Craig Hanaumi said more than 2,000 women have attended his self-defense workshop since it began. Some traveled more than 60 miles.3 hours ago
Crime Blotter
$3M bail set for man accused of murdering chef at Seattle light rail
The man King County prosecutors said killed a chef at the Capitol Hill Link light rail station, had his first court appearance.4 hours ago
KIRO Newsradio
King County Council votes to increase minimum wage by 25%
The Metropolitan King County Council voted Tuesday to increase the minimum wage in unincorporated King County by 25%.6 hours ago
National News
Justice Department: Boeing violated deal that avoided prosecution after crashes
The DOJ determined Boeing violated a settlement that allowed the company to avoid prosecution after two crashes involving its aircraft.6 hours ago
KIRO Newsradio
Privacy vs. finding stolen cars: Seattle considers expanding license plate readers
The Seattle Police Department aims to dramatically expand the use of license plate readers to all 360 of its vehicles.8 hours ago
Chokepoints
Truck fire shuts down I-405, 2 lanes now open
All lanes of I-405 heading north at Sunset Boulevard in Renton were blocked due to a major truck fire. The HOV lane is now open.16 hours ago
KIRO Newsradio
John and Jake: Gonzaga graduate, lawyer gets inside look at Trump hush money trial
Donald Trump's hush money trial is in the fourth week of witness testimonies. Spokane-born attorney Jon Selden got an inside look.1 day ago
Crime Blotter
Man arrested following deadly light rail stabbing of beloved Seattle chef
Witnesses told police a Seattle chef got into a fight with two men that quickly resulted in the chef being stabbed several times.1 day ago
Jack and Spike
Video: Fifth Graders Legally Protect Sasquatch From Attacks in Washington
Cringe or Based? A class of fifth graders in Washington state have successfully petitioned state lawmakers to protect the mythical creature of Sasquatch for a third year in a row. Is this a harmless civics lesson, a critically important protection for the Pacific Northwest’s most famous cryptid, or a LIE we are telling to children? […]1 day ago
KIRO Newsradio
KIRO Newsradio wins Regional Edward R. Murrow Award for 'Facing Fentanyl'
KIRO Newsradio won a 2024 Regional Edward R. Murrow Award Monday for anchor Heather Bosch's in-depth investigation series "Facing Fentanyl."1 day ago
KIRO Newsradio Opinion
Ross: Social media companies must be responsible for content they broadcast
A phone call takes place between those who agree to talk. But a message posted on social media where anyone can see it? That's a broadcast.1 day ago
Jack and Spike
Video: Why Can't You Afford Skyrocketing Rent Prices? with Jesse Jones
There’s a software system that several rental companies have been using in Seattle to decide what the market rate should be for your average apartment. Does it count as collusion? KIRO 7’s Jesse Jones is looking into a lawsuit that makes that accusation, and joins Jack Stine and Spike O’Neill live in the KIRO Newsradio […]1 day ago
Jack and Spike
Video: Lip Gloss and Meat: What "Small Luxuries" Keep You Sane?
How did lip gloss become the answer to Gen Z’s problems? According to an article in Vox, it’s a small luxury that almost anyone can afford, even when they’re hesitant to make more expensive “fun” purchases. This tracks for producer Laura, who has bought lip oils in three different shades in the past month. But […]2 days ago
MyNorthwest Weather
Does Washington get tornadoes? Here's what you need to know:
In recent weeks, there has been a rash of tornadoes across the nation but several listeners recently asked: does Washington get tornadoes?3 days ago
