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Seattle now has 35 school zone speed cameras. Here's what getting caught will cost you
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'I hope it survives': Jake, Spike fear Bellevue Collection could follow Seattle's retail collapse as it goes up for sale
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Jury convicts a man of first-degree murder for the 1996 killing of rap icon Tupac Shakur
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Man convicted in 2020 downtown Seattle mass shooting released
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Pittsburgh-based Bottlerocket Social Hall opening new venue in Crocodile basement
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'They got it right': Gee supports release of WA man who fought wildfires during his 17 years in prison
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MyNorthwest News
SPD investigating drive-by shooting in West Seattle's Delridge neighborhood
SPD is investigating a drive-by shooting that left a 21-year-old man seriously injured Sunday evening in West Seattle’s Delridge neighborhood.
Amazon laying off 121 Washington employees in Seattle, Bellevue, and Sumner
According to WARN, 121 jobs are being eliminated, including corporate positions in Seattle and Bellevue and 32 jobs at the company’s Sumner fulfillment center.
Gig Harbor mansion featured in crime thriller listed for $8.9M
A Gig Harbor home, formerly used as the filming site of a crime thriller, has been listed for sale at $8.9 million.
Venezuela oil deal won't help gas prices for years while Iran conflict drives them even higher
The U.S. oil agreement with Venezuela will take years to lower gas prices, and renewed strikes in the Strait of Hormuz are pushing costs higher.
Departed Seattle Police Chief Shon Barnes breaks silence in first radio interview since leaving SPD
A month after his resignation was requested, Shon Barnes joined "The Gee and Ursula Show" for his first radio interview since leaving the department.
86 of 114 King County juvenile cases diverted in July — prosecutors say context matters
The vast majority of juvenile cases diverted from traditional prosecution in King County last month involved low-level misdemeanors that state law required prosecutors to keep out of court, according to new data released by the King County Prosecuting Attorney's Office.
KIRO Newsradio Opinion
Harger: Housing, the Bite of Seattle shooting, security cameras. Mayor Katie Wilson keeps finding new ways to postpone hard decisions
About 46,000 Seattle renter households spend more than half their income on housing. Half. Rent gets paid. Groceries get squeezed.
'Tone deaf, completely': Jake and Spike say cutting SPD's $50K hiring bonus 'does not reflect well for Seattle'
The Seattle Police Department will stop offering hiring bonuses, and KIRO hosts Jake and Spike think the timing could not be worse.
'Almost everything is the exact same': Jake reviews Alaska's copycat Senate race with Dan Sullivan v. Dan Sullivan
Explore Alaska's rare Senate race featuring two Republican candidates, both named Dan Sullivan, in this intriguing political analysis.
'It's a swing and a miss': Gee doubts Ferguson's case for statewide phone ban
Gov. Ferguson advocates for a statewide phone ban in schools, but skepticism remains about its effectiveness and implementation.
'We are the place to come if you're homeless': Curley, KIRO producer spar over Seattle's safety after viral Aurora billboard
A viral billboard near Aurora highlights issues of homelessness and crime in Seattle, stirring conversation among residents and veterans.
'I wish we got more for our money': Jake, Spike dig into what Washingtonians pay in taxes over a lifetime
Jake and Spike analyze how much Washingtonians spend in taxes over a lifetime and where the state ranks nationally.
Seattle Sports
Red Sox come back to beat Mariners 9-8 in 10 innings
Trevor Story drove in the winning run with a bases-loaded single in the 10th inning after Seattle walked the two batters before him intentionally.
Red Sox put star Contreras on IL, push ace Gray out of Mariners series
The Seattle Mariners won't have to deal with either slugger Willson Contreras or ace Sonny Gray during their series this week against the Boston Red Sox.
Seahawks announce initial 17-man practice squad for 2026
Seattle's initial practice squad includes several veterans and the remainder of the team's rookie draft class.
Mariners’ Cal Raleigh wins AL Player of the Week after 5-HR barrage
For the third time in his career and first time this season, Cal Raleigh is the American League Player of the Week.
Seahawks lose 2nd-year edge rusher to waiver claim
Jared Ivey was the lone player the Seahawks lost to a waiver claim after Sunday's roster cutdowns.
Mariners Roster Move: Key reliever back from long IL stint
Right-handed reliever Cooper Criswell, who has a 3.52 ERA and 1.17 WHIP in 26 games, is back from the Seattle Mariners' 60-day injured list.
Seattle Red
‘I have never seen anything like this’: In rare rebuke, Seattle superintendent blasts teachers union with receipts
Seattle Public Schools Superintendent Ben Shuldiner published teacher salary figures, a bargaining timeline, and a regressive bargaining claim against SEA.
Former Democratic senator admits Seattle leaders hide behind activists instead of governing, says ‘a press release is not a result’
Seattle Chamber CEO Joe Nguyen says elected officials stopped governing and hide behind five words he heard constantly in Olympia, 'That's what the advocates want.'
‘Lots of noise. Lots of headlines. Not much reality.’ Business leader torches the collapsed Katie Wilson recall effort
Sammamish CEO Keith McCall, a frequent critic of Seattle's tax and spending policy, says the withdrawn Katie Wilson recall went too far and the mayor deserves a chance.
Feds force Washington to make striking workers look for jobs to keep unemployment checks
Feds warned Washington its strike unemployment rule broke federal law, and now striking workers must complete weekly job searches to keep collecting benefits.
‘This would include fellow councilmembers’: lawsuit warns Amendment 53 hands Pierce County a way to erase any elected office it dislikes
Three Pierce County voters, including a former Democrat state auditor, sued to void Charter Amendment 53 and stop the early removal of Sheriff Keith Swank.
Man who took signatures from income tax initiative petitioner pleads guilty
A Puyallup man who took signatures from a woman petitioning for Washington's income tax repeal has plead guilty to gross misdemeanors.
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MyNorthwest Traffic
5 people killed in suspected DUI head-on crash on SR 2
Five people were killed in a suspected DUI crash on SR 2 north of East Wenatchee late Sunday night.
Weekend traffic: prepare for delays on I-405 near Kirkland, I-5 near Dupont
Drivers heading out this weekend should prepare for delays as construction projects affect both I-405 in Kirkland and I-5 near DuPont.
All northbound I-405 lanes reopen near NE 44th Street after early-morning crash
Multiple lanes of northbound I-405 were blocked early Friday morning after a collision occurred early Friday morning.
MyNorthwest Weather
11 years after the strongest summer windstorm on record, a new system heads for western WA
On Saturday, Aug. 29, 2015, the strongest summer windstorm on record swept through western Washington.
Storm system headed for western Washington as summer fades
The sun slipped below the horizon at 8 p.m. this week for the first time since mid-April — a sign that our summer days are numbered.
Rain finally returns for some Friday night, cooler temps
It’s been nearly a month since our last measurable rain, but that dry stretch is finally coming to an end for some of us.
MyNorthwest Politics
Departed Seattle Police Chief Shon Barnes breaks silence in first radio interview since leaving SPD
A month after his resignation was requested, Shon Barnes joined "The Gee and Ursula Show" for his first radio interview since leaving the department.
Harger: Housing, the Bite of Seattle shooting, security cameras. Mayor Katie Wilson keeps finding new ways to postpone hard decisions
About 46,000 Seattle renter households spend more than half their income on housing. Half. Rent gets paid. Groceries get squeezed.
Thousands of Washington state employees to walk out Monday over stalled contract talks
Thousands of Washington state employees are expected to protest stalled contract negotiations with the state by walking out of work Monday.
Lifestyle from Premier Media
Xfinity Expands Network to More Kitsap County Residents
Originally published on South Sound Business. Comcast recently announced that it will be expanding its fiber-powered network into Kitsap County, supplying an additional nearly 2,000 homes and businesses on Kitsap Lake, Erlands Point, Harlow Drive, and Chico Way. “We’re excited to expand our fiber-powered network in Kitsap County, helping more families and local businesses get […]
‘Practical Magic 2’ to Premiere at Coupeville Drive-In
Originally published on 425. Gather your coven for a bewitching evening at the Blue Fox Drive-In celebrating the release of “Practical Magic 2” on Sept. 10-13 and 19-20. The Blue Fox Drive-In is located on Whidbey Island, where the first film was shot. Working with the local gift shop The Crow’s Roost, the two local […]
The Bainbridge Island Museum of Art Gets Jazzy
Originally published on 425. Time travel to the roaring 1920s at this New Orleans jazz den-inspired event from the Bainbridge Island Museum of Art titled “Password: Poetry” on Sept. 4. Upon arriving at the Frank Buxton Auditorium, ticket holders will be required to provide a predetermined password to enter the auditorium, or “speakeasy.” Once inside, […]
MyNorthwest History
Heat, smoke make for true 'dog days of summer' in western Washington this week
August is already here, sometimes called the dog days of summer. Temperatures are forecast to climb back into the 80s on Thursday with some areas in the 90s.
Red Flag Warning: Eastern Washington braces for dangerous wildfire conditions this weekend
Have plans to head to eastern Washington this weekend to escape the expected much cooler weather in western Washington?
Historic regional treasure Paul Dorpat dies after 87 years
Historic regional treasure Paul Dorpat has died after 87 years.
National News
California Legislature to vote on wildfire reforms after blocking key parts of Newsom's plan
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California lawmakers are expected to vote Tuesday on a bill aimed at supporting wildfire survivors after rejecting an ambitious proposal by Gov. Gavin Newsom that would have limited electric companies’ financial liability for blazes sparked by their equipment. The Democratic governor said the last-minute compromise he made with lawmakers will have […]
Democrats are again angling for Rep. Mike Lawler's House seat. Can he hold on in liberal New York?
HAVERSTRAW, N.Y. (AP) — U.S. Rep. Mike Lawler is considered one of the nation’s most vulnerable Republicans in this year’s midterm elections. It was the same story in his last election, too. But in a political era where both parties are drifting further apart, he’s banking on New York voters still wanting a rare moderate […]
Researchers catch sharks off NY's Hamptons, attach trackers to toothy predators
SOUTHAMPTON, N.Y. (AP) — Just off one of New York’s famed Hamptons beaches, shark researcher Greg Metzger reels in one of the day’s prize catches: a young but powerful sand tiger shark. He and another marine researcher quickly lasso the tail of the sharp-toothed female to the side of the boat and hold it steady […]
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AC not cooling during Seattle heat wave? 4 things to check before calling for emergency repair
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How Puget Sound homeowners can spot a trustworthy roofer (and avoid the scams making headlines)
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June is National Men's Health Month: Advancing prostate cancer treatment while preserving quality of life
One in eight men will hear the words "you have prostate cancer" in their lifetime. Unfortunately, many men tend to overlook the importance of preventative care.