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'Washington has run out of cash': Curley analyzes the state's $614 million misconduct payout crisis
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Seattle ranks sixth-most expensive city to own a car in the U.S.
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'He should just go back to Europe': Jake responds to Rick Steves' support for Washington's millionaires' tax
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'Be careful what you wish for': Ursula warns Leavenworth residents as they complain of sky-high tourism
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Shon Barnes resignation agreement: former Seattle Police Chief gets $590,000, keeps signing bonus
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Red Flag Warning: Eastern Washington braces for dangerous wildfire conditions this weekend
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MyNorthwest News
WA superintendent responds to ‘sham’ investigation by US Department of Education
The U.S. Department of Education is requesting information from California and Washington on what it called “transgender policies” in schools.
The Spin: Former SPD chief's Bite of Seattle news conference was a crisis communications masterclass
Former SPD Chief Barnes used a textbook crisis communications strategy during a news conference following the deadly Bite of Seattle shooting.
Manhunt near I-5 in Mill Creek: Deputies, K-9 search for suspect who may have stolen firearm
A manhunt is underway near I-5 in Mill Creek after a suspect stole items from a vehicle — potentially including a firearm — and fled on foot into a wooded area, Snohomish County sheriff's officials said.
'I have a different window than they do': Wilson responds to council criticism over Barnes' departure as Andre Sayles named interim chief
Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson defended her decision to remove Shon Barnes as chief of the Seattle Police Department.
California-based Thai chain comes to Bellevue
Fast-casual Thai chain Rooster & Rice recently opened its first Washington location in downtown Bellevue.
Copper wire thieves hit Ballard businesses repeatedly, owners demand action
Copper wire thieves are hitting Ballard businesses hard, leaving owners with repair bills worth thousands of dollars.
KIRO Newsradio Opinion
Harger: The Seattle Times wants to ban the Blue Angels. I've changed my mind. They're right
Thanks to The Seattle Times' editorial board, I've changed my mind. The Blue Angels don't belong in modern Seattle. Not because they're loud. Not because they're military. Because they're just too exciting.
'It was done to provoke a reaction': Ursula weighs in on controversy behind Seattle Storm co-owner's suspension
Explore the Seattle Storm owner suspension and the reactions it provoked among fans and the community.
Spike: Two shootings in three days in Seattle, and my kid was at both
Understanding the impact of a two recent shootings on Spike's family, who had been near Capitol Hill and the Bite of Seattle event.
'She was looking to get him out': Ursula contends Barnes gave Mayor Wilson the ammo needed to fire him
"Is this a deflection or a distraction? I am still in shock; we haven't even gone a week from the tragedy at Seattle Center, and this is the focus," Angela said on KIRO Newsradio.
Ask Ursula: My wife's eating disorder is affecting our whole family, what do I do?
I’ve been married for 13 years. Five years ago, my wife was diagnosed with an eating disorder and entered a treatment program based on a "healthy at every size" approach.
Harger: A 15-year-old allegedly opened fire at the Bite of Seattle. Two broken laws will almost certainly let him walk
The bullets that killed Whitehead and Villalba do not appear to have come from the teen's gun. Think about what a defense attorney does with that.
Seattle Sports
Skidding Mariners open homestand with 5-3 loss to Twins
Luke Keaschall hit a go-ahead double in the seventh for Minnesota.
Trade Deadline: Twins add another pitcher during series with M’s
Right-hander Dean Kremer is heading to Minnesota in exchange for a minor league outfielder.
MLB trade deadline: Tarik Skubal the big prize, but buyers have other options
A look at the top players on the market ahead of Monday's trade deadline.
Mariners Injury Updates: Latest on Crawford, Brash, and others
The club expects it's long-tenured infielder back in a “couple weeks."
Mariners unveil expected return date for Brendan Donovan
The utility man has been cleared to rejoin the club but isn't anticipated to be back until Tuesday due to a family matter.
Seattle Mariners’ J.P. Crawford lands on injured list again
J.P. Crawford has been placed on the IL for the third time this season after injuring his wrist in batting practice last week.
Seattle Red
The impact of three U.S. Supreme Court rulings on free enterprise
This year's Supreme Court restored stability to markets and reined in the bureaucracy, writes Rob Natelson with the Mountain States Policy Center.
Rantz: South Seattle Emerald columnist labels Blue Angels, Seafair a racist assault on the South End
A South Seattle Emerald column calls Seafair a racist environmental crime. Jason Rantz says it's just one writer who stopped enjoying a boat race.
Soltys: 99.5% of doors are slamming on WA’s income tax
Covington's Kristina Soltys tells Jason Rantz why she's challenging Claudia Kauffman in the 47th District, from senior property taxes to crime and SR 516.
‘Amateur hour’ at Seattle City Hall as Mayor Katie Wilson bungles Shon Barnes exit
SPOG President Kent Loux says Mayor Katie Wilson's silence after the Shon Barnes firing leaked was amateur hour, and Seattle council members agree with him.
WA schools receive underwhelming scores for free speech on campus, Evergreen among the worst
A new survey on First Amendment protections on college campuses found that schools in Washington still have work to do, particularly Evergreen State College.
Let’s Go Washington coalition demands Storm, WNBA answer for co-owner’s blowup at teen girls
Let's Go Washington and a coalition of Olympians and women's groups say the WNBA fine against Storm co-owner Celeste Keaton does not go nearly far enough.
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MyNorthwest Traffic
Southbound SR 99 near Lynnwood reopens after fatal hit-and-run crash
A fatal hit-and-run car crash fully blocked southbound SR 99 early Thursday morning for several hours. By 9:45 a.m., the southbound part of the highway reopened.
Want to catch the Blue Angels from a new angle? Hop on the light rail
The Blue Angels will take to the skies for Seafair, and for the first time, there will be light rail trains rolling across I-90.
Semitruck driver killed in crash near Federal Way rest area was not wearing a seatbelt
The driver killed in a fatal car and semitruck crash near the Federal Way rest area on Tuesday was not wearing a seatbelt.
MyNorthwest Weather
'It's only rained once on Aug. 1 since 1985': Local meteorologist warns Seafair attendees that 'rare' rain is inbound
Meteorologist Scott Sistek is warning those who will attend 2026 Boeing Seafair Air Show that rare early August rain could be in play on Saturday.
Level 3 evacuation orders issued for areas of Entiat Valley of Chelan County for Little Giant Fire
Level 3 ‘Go Now’ evacuation orders have been issued for an area in Chelan County impacted by the Little Giant Fire.
'Extremely critical' fire weather concerns this weekend in central, eastern Washington
Several large fires are burning in central and eastern Washington as we head into the weekend, with most of them ignited by lightning around the middle of July.
MyNorthwest Politics
'I have a different window than they do': Wilson responds to council criticism over Barnes' departure as Andre Sayles named interim chief
Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson defended her decision to remove Shon Barnes as chief of the Seattle Police Department.
Seattle Police Officers Guild praises interim chief appointment while criticizing mayor’s actions
Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson announced the appointment of Deputy Chief Andre Sayles to the Interim Chief role effective Friday.
Washington AG Nick Brown fights back against PSE's proposed 29% electric, 20% gas rate hikes
Washington Attorney General Nick Brown is pushing back against proposed utility rate hikes from Puget Sound Energy (PSE).
Lifestyle from Premier Media
Youth Marine Foundation Names New CEO
Originally published on South Sound Business. The Youth Marine Foundation announced in a press release that it has appointed Sandesh Sadalge as its new chief executive officer. He will begin serving in the role on Aug. 3. Sadalge also is the Tacoma City Council representative for District 4, and has more than 20 years of […]
Kitsap Expands Support for Child Care Businesses
Originally published on South Sound Business. The Kitsap Economic Development Alliance recently released Kitsap Tools for Success, a new online toolkit designed to help current and prospective child care providers start, grow, and manage their businesses. Created in partnership with the Child Care Action Council, the resource brings together information on licensing, permitting, business planning, […]
What to Know About Bellevue's New Lime Scooters, Bikes
Originally published on 425. Together with Lime, the city of Bellevue is introducing shared electric scooters and bikes as a way to get around the Eastside town starting on Aug. 10. In the initial launch, 350 scooters, 50 e-bikes, and 100 seated gliders will be available to use. Riders can use the Lime app or […]
MyNorthwest History
Historic regional treasure Paul Dorpat dies after 87 years
Historic regional treasure Paul Dorpat has died after 87 years.
'Not something I take lightly': WA Democrats tap rainy day fund, proposed 'millionaire tax' to close budget gap
Washington Democrats reveal a supplemental budget plan addressing the deficit with a millionaire tax and rainy day fund usage.
Suspect arrested following violent rampage at Harborview's Emergency Room
Seattle police report a chaotic scene at the Harborview Emergency Room, where a patient went on a violent rampage over the weekend.
National News
Democrats see an chance to flip a US House seat as abuse claims mount against Ohio Rep. Max Miller
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Faced with a narrow path to winning control of the U.S. House, Democrats are seeing fresh opportunity in a northeast Ohio congressional seat where the Republican incumbent is facing mounting pressure over domestic abuse allegations in a bitter and drawn-out dispute with his ex-wife. Allegations against U.S. Rep. Max Miller, a […]
Fishing closures are becoming routine as record heat warms rivers in the US West
LIVINGSTON, Mont. (AP) — Trout need cool water to survive, but record heat this summer has driven water temperatures to lethal levels for fish. Wildlife officials are banning fishing during certain hours on rivers and streams across the U.S. West, following an exceptionally dry winter and amid widespread drought. Lower water levels mean rivers can […]
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore says he's 'very concerned' Trump will interfere in the midterm elections
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Gov. Wes Moore of Maryland said he is “very concerned” that President Donald Trump will wield the power of the federal government to thwart the midterm elections this fall as the Republican tries to maintain his grip on power during the final two years of his administration. In an interview as […]
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