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'Why would I buy gold in WA?': Jake explains why 10.3% precious metals tax will push investors out of state
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'Trump's goal is he wants the oil': Adam Smith slams Trump’s foreign policy shift
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Port Orchard man arrested for target shooting near daycare, appeared intoxicated
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Parking complaint leads Bremerton Police to cache of guns, drugs, and counterfeiting equipment
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Seattle Aquarium CEO exits less than a year into tenure
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Puyallup business’ travelling BBQ trailer stolen from driveway in broad daylight
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MyNorthwest News
Birth of an interchange continues in DuPont
2026 is going to be a good year for I-5 drivers through DuPont. The new interchange at the Stelicoom-DuPont Road will open this year, providing better access to the city and JBLM.
Flu season not over yet as CDC estimates 11 million cases so far
The CDC estimated there have been at least 11 million flu cases in the U.S., so far this season — and the season is not over.
ICE officer kills a Minneapolis driver in a deadly start to Trump’s latest immigration operation
An ICE officer shot and killed a Minneapolis driver on Wednesday during the Trump administration’s latest immigration crackdown on a major American city.
Minneapolis shooting by ICE agent brings debate over police force and moving vehicles back in focus
Responding to the fatal shooting in Minneapolis, when is a law enforcement officer justified in using lethal force against someone in a moving vehicle?
From months to minutes: King County Sheriff's Office among the first in WA to use new DNA technology
Rapid crime scene DNA test results now aid King County investigators, transforming investigative processes in Washington.
Parking complaint leads Bremerton Police to 'ghost guns,' drugs, counterfeit cash
A parking complaint in Bremerton led law enforcement to an unoccupied vehicle filled with several 3D printed "ghost guns," narcotics, and counterfeit currency.
KIRO Newsradio Opinion
'Raising the price of the healthier stuff': Curley criticizes WA's 95% vape, zyn tax
The new tax on e-cigarettes and nicotine pouches raises prices, prompting concerns about public health and accessibility.
Harger: WA has third-highest gas prices in nation. Now the state admits its climate program data was off by 96x
Washington's climate program data was inaccurate by 96x, contributing to soaring gas prices.
'There is fraud in every state': Gee and Ursula back fraud crackdown, but not attacks on Somali community
KIRO hosts discuss the impact of alleged daycare fraud on Somali-run centers in Puget Sound, highlighting rising threats and harassment.
'Let them have their own money': KIRO hosts push back on proposed millionaire tax
Washington Governor Ferguson's 9.9% millionaire tax faces pushback from KIRO hosts concerned about its impact on personal finances.
Harger: WA leads the nation in retail theft. Issaquah shows how to fix it
Washington loses $3 billion a year to retail theft, 40-48% higher than the national average. Washington consistently ranks No. 1 nationally for retail theft impact.
Harger: WA has third-highest gas prices in nation. Now state admits climate program data was off by 96x.
Washington's climate program data was inaccurate by 96x, contributing to soaring gas prices.
SeattleSports.com
Brock: How Seahawks made a ‘program-changing evolution’
Brock Huard points to a common trait across the Seattle Seahawks' offensive line that has been a key factor in the groups improvement.
With extension finalized, Seahawks’ Cross ‘wouldn’t want to be anywhere else’
Left tackle Charles Cross spoke to the media Wednesday after finalizing his four-year contract extension with the Seattle Seahawks.
WSU lands commitment from former NFL TE
A tight end from New Zealand who played pro basketball and participated in an NFL rookie minicamp is heading to the WSU Cougars.
A look at Seahawks’ potential divisional round opponents
Here's a snapshot of the four possible teams the top-seeded Seattle Seahawks could face in the Divisional Round of the NFC playoffs.
Report: Mariners sign veteran 3B/1B to minor league deal
The Seattle Mariners and veteran corner infielder Patrick Wisdom have reportedly agreed to a minor league contract that includes a spring training invite.
NFC West Check-In: 49ers starters miss practice, playoff status uncertain
After missing last week's game against the Seattle Seahawks, Pro Bowl LT Trent Williams and WR Ricky Pearsall were held out of the 49ers' practice Wednesday.
Seattle Red
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy offers warning to Washington over improper truck licensing
The Department of Transportation pressures Washington over improper CDL licensing, citing safety risks with foreign drivers.
Spokane leaders propose land‑value tax pilot to curb land speculation and address housing crisis
Spokane officials are exploring a land-value tax plan that would raise taxes on vacant lots and parking areas while cutting taxes on buildings.
Yakima’s Amanda McKinney enters WA-04 race with Trump, Johnson endorsements
Yakima Commissioner Amanda McKinney enters Washington’s 4th District race, pledging America First leadership and visibility.
Washington Democrats plot mid-decade redistricting to erase GOP seats
Washington Democrats are pushing a mid-decade redistricting plan critics say is designed to gerrymander away Republican seats and disenfranchise voters statewide.
Rantz: Cops invited to flee Seattle as city appears to revive failed drug diversion policy
Seattle’s apparent retreat from enforcing drug laws is already producing consequences, just not the ones City Hall will admit. After Seattle Police Chief Shon Barnes informed officers that most drug possession and use cases will once again be diverted away from prosecution and into the Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion (LEED) program, law enforcement agencies outside […]
Washington admits massive climate data error in 2026, raising taxpayer concerns over costs and credibility
Washington officials reveal huge climate data mistake, overstating benefits 96 times amid rising gas prices.
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MyNorthwest Traffic
Birth of an interchange continues in DuPont
2026 is going to be a good year for I-5 drivers through DuPont. The new interchange at the Stelicoom-DuPont Road will open this year, providing better access to the city and JBLM.
WSDOT keeps busy with nightly lane closures in Des Moines, Fife, Bellevue
WSDOT's late-night projects this week may delay evening plans in Des Moines, Fife, and Bellevue. Stay informed on traffic updates.
Express toll lane between Sumner and Pacific goes active Monday
The express toll lane on northbound SR 167 between Sumner and Pacific goes active Monday, several months after the rest of the corridor went live.
MyNorthwest Weather
Heavy snow forecast in parts of western WA, travel could be 'very difficult to impossible'
A cold weather system brings heavy snow and strong winds, making travel in western Washington "very difficult to impossible."
Snow falls in Bellingham as winter storm moves south From Canada
Snow is falling in Bellingham on Wednesday just before 8 a.m., KIRO Traffic confirmed.
Skiers and snowboarders, the forecast you've been waiting for is here
A forecast that may frustrate drivers, but brings joy to skiers and snowboarders everywhere. Discover what to expect!
MyNorthwest Politics
ICE officer kills a Minneapolis driver in a deadly start to Trump’s latest immigration operation
An ICE officer shot and killed a Minneapolis driver on Wednesday during the Trump administration’s latest immigration crackdown on a major American city.
Minneapolis shooting by ICE agent brings debate over police force and moving vehicles back in focus
Responding to the fatal shooting in Minneapolis, when is a law enforcement officer justified in using lethal force against someone in a moving vehicle?
'What a time we've had': Contentious Seattle Police Officers Guild president won't seek reelection
The Seattle Police Officers Guild prepares for new leadership as its president steps down, impacting community-police relations.
MyNorthwest Lifestyle
'Worst in Show' CES products include AI refrigerators, AI companions and AI doorbells
The promise of artificial intelligence was front and center at this year’s CES gadget show. But spicing up a simple machine like a refrigerator with unnecessary AI was also a surefire way to win the “Worst in Show.” The annual contest that no tech company wants to win announced its decisions Thursday. Among those getting […]
Gmail adds new AI features, turning it into a personal assistant
More artificial intelligence is being implanted into Gmail as Google tries to turn the world’s most popular email service into a personal assistant that can improve writing, summarize far-flung information buried in inboxes and deliver daily to-do lists. The new AI features announced Thursday could herald a pivotal moment for Gmail, a service that transformed […]
Inside a chaotic digital record of the Brown University shooting: What students saw, feared, shared
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — When a gunman began firing inside an academic building on the Brown University campus, students didn’t wait for official alerts warning of trouble. They got information almost instantly, in bits and bursts — through phones vibrating in pockets, messages from strangers, rumors that felt urgent because they might keep someone alive. […]
MyNorthwest History
'Astonishing, audacious': Retired 4-star general praises Venezuela operation, but asks: What's next?
Retired general commends Maduro's capture but questions the next steps for U.S. strategy in Venezuela's evolving political landscape.
Spotify Wrapped 2025: Seattle's top artists, songs, albums revealed
The 2025 edition of Spotify Wrapped was revealed on Wednesday, with a complete list of Seattle's go-to choices for artists, songs, and albums in 2025.
Two suspects shot during attempted carjacking on Queen Anne hill
A man trying to keep armed thugs from carjacking his sports car on Queen Anne hill early Sunday morning opened fire, apparently injuring two suspects.
National News
Washington Metropolitan Police officer dies from injuries suffered while helping stranded motorist
WASHINGTON (AP) — A Washington, D.C. Metropolitan Police Officer struck by a car last month while helping a stranded motorist has died from his injuries, the department announced Thursday. Terry Bennett, 32, had been hospitalized since December 23 when he was struck by a passing vehicle as he helped a motorist who ran out of […]
Former Rep. Gabby Giffords returns to House floor on 15th anniversary of shooting
PHOENIX (AP) — Former U.S. Rep. Gabby Giffords returned to the House floor Thursday on the 15th anniversary of the assassination attempt that cut short her promising political career and shocked a nation that has only seen political violence worsen in the years since. Giffords held hands with her husband, Sen. Mark Kelly, as House […]
Russia harshly condemns US seizure of oil tanker, warns of a spike in tensions
Russia on Thursday strongly condemned the U.S. seizure of an oil tanker, heralding a new chill in relations between Moscow and Washington that could spread to other areas and affect President Donald Trump’s efforts to persuade Russia to end its nearly four-year war in Ukraine. The seizure Wednesday of the Russian-flagged tanker in the North […]
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WSECU Community Champion: Chrystal Ortega's mission to feed Spokane
Chrystal Ortega's tireless dedication recently earned her the WSECU Community Champions Award and a $1,000 grant to further the mission.
'Food is my tool, community is my purpose': Meet the Tacoma chef feeding hundreds for free
When Shawn Tibbitts opened Tibbitts FernHill, he was just trying to survive. The small Tacoma restaurant has since earned culinary awards and praise.
Wilcox Family Farms donates nearly 1 million eggs to regional food banks this holiday season
Wilcox Family Farms is continuing its cherished holiday tradition of giving back by donating nearly one million eggs to food banks across the South Sound region this season.