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DEVELOPING: Semi driver killed in crash on NB I-5 near Federal Way, causing 5-mile backup
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22-year-old arrested after allegedly carjacking man outside LA Fitness, leading deputies on chase through Spanaway
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Vendors frustrated with communication after Bite of Seattle shooting
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'Why would you take that risk?': Jake warns a leadership void has left Seattle events feeling unsafe
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Candlelight vigil held for Seattle Center mass shooting victims
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MyNorthwest News
Sumner High School breaks ground on next phase of $412M expansion
Construction is underway on the next phase of Sumner High School's more than $412 million expansion.
What we know about the Seattle Center shooting victims and how to support them and their families
Three people were killed, including one possible suspect, and at least four others were injured in a mass shooting at the Bite of Seattle food festival on Sunday night.
Measure to expand Pierce Transit service on Nov. 3 Ballot
Pierce County voters will decide in November whether to approve a sales tax increase to expand bus and transit services.
Quiet summer weather pattern continues in western Washington
If you’re wondering whether there’s any big weather on the horizon, the answer is ... not really.
Police told reporters Seattle shooting briefing was delayed for 'dignitaries,' but Wilson says that's not what happened
Three people were killed, and four others were wounded in a mass shooting at Seattle's Bite of Seattle, leaving city leaders facing questions.
Bryan Kohberger seeks to withdraw guilty plea in Idaho student murders
Bryan Kohberger is now saying he's innocent in the murders of four University of Idaho students, and wants to take back his guilty plea.
KIRO Newsradio Opinion
Curley defends Mayor Wilson's response to fatal Bite of Seattle shooting: 'A' for a 'novice,' 'C-' for a 'major city' leader
Curley then provided a couple of letter grades for Wilson's response and handling of the situation. "For a novice, I give her an A. For a leader of a major city, C-," Curley said.
'It's not a problem until it's a problem': Jake questions if Seattle police chief job is right for Barnes after heated exchange with reporter
Seattle Police Chief Shon Barnes got into a heated exchange with a reporter following a news conference on a mass shooting at the Seattle Center.
'Something's not right': Gee questions why it took 17 hours to confirm second shooter at Bite of Seattle
Officials reveal details on the tragedy that killed three and injured seven at the Bite of Seattle event, but Gee Scott asked why it took so long to confirm.
'Crickets from city leaders': KIRO reporter blasts 5-hour silence after Bite of Seattle shooting
Three dead and four injured in a shocking Seattle shooting. City leaders respond to the tragic incident at the Bite of Seattle.
'If you don't like it, just leave': Curley criticizes man who confronted street preacher at Pike Place Market
A street preacher near Pike Place Market was recently confronted by a man who yelled at him and tried to assault him, demanding he turn off his speaker.
'They are leaving': Curley rips lawmakers behind millionaires' tax, says the rich don't trust WA government
KIRO host John Curley argued that lawmakers in Olympia are deluding themselves if they think the millionaires' tax will solve the budget.
Seattle Sports
How ESPN’s Passan says scuffling Mariners can ‘change it up’
"I don’t think that the Mariners would be crazy by any means to explore moving Randy Arozarena," ESPN MLB insider Jeff Passan said.
Seahawks star JSN joins Madden’s exclusive ’99 Club’
Jaxon Smith-Njigba is one of six players to receive a 99 overall rating for the 'Madden NFL 27' video game.
Ex-Seahawks safety Jamal Adams to join Vikings
The three-time Pro Bowler spent four up-and-down seasons in Seattle from 2020-23.
Even after title, Seahawks may still be an ‘ascending’ team
With a slew of 25-and-under talent, Seattle's championship window may have only just begun.
Seahawks waive running back Kenny McIntosh
McIntosh was placed on the PUP list as he remains sidelined after suffering a torn ACL in July 2025.
NFC West Check-In: Myles Garrett wows new Rams teammates
The Los Angeles Rams’ first practice of training camp Sunday was also the first time they’ve lined up as a full defense with Myles Garrett on the edge.
Seattle Red
Feds open parental rights probe into Bethel School District over testosterone Pride display
The U.S. Department of Education is investigating Bethel School District over a Pride display that included testosterone vials pulled by police.
Rantz: Seattle’s police chief nearly physically brawled with a reporter; Katie Wilson must fire him
Chief Shon Barnes nearly came to blows with a reporter after the Bite of Seattle shooting. Rantz says Mayor Katie Wilson should fire him now.
Ex-senator blasts Nick Brown’s deceitful ballot warning on income tax repeal as a scare tactic
Former state Sen. Lynda Wilson says AG Nick Brown's ballot warning on the WA income tax repeal is a scare tactic over money the state won't collect until 2029.
Cliff Mass blasts Seattle Times wildfire climate story as ‘very false’
Cliff Mass says the Seattle Times pinned Washington's early wildfires on climate change, calling the framing serious misinformation on The Jason Rantz Show.
Navy vet Chris Elder to disenfranchised Republicans in the 44th: show up and vote
Retired Navy senior chief Chris Elder is challenging Democrat Brandy Donaghy in Washington's 44th District, citing crime, empty storefronts, and the income tax.
Emily Strasburg: How does our region compare on unemployment rates and economic competitiveness?
As Washington's economy stagnates, nearby states like Idaho, Montana, and Wyoming are thriving. The difference is state-level policy, writes Emily Strasburg.
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MyNorthwest Traffic
WSDOT's road closures this week: I-405 in Kirkland, I-90 in Bellevue, SR 167 in Puyallup
The warm and dry summer months are when we see WSDOT at its busiest. The weather allows the agency to perform a number of tasks that can only be accomplished in the summer.
All northbound I-5 lanes reopen after 5-vehicle crash sparked car fire
All lanes on I-5 north have reopened after they were blocked due to a car fire caused by a crash involving two semitrucks and three cars.
Both ramps reopen after semi-truck crash spills corn across I-5 near JBLM
The southbound I-5 exit to Thorne Lane/JBLM has reopened after it was shut down early Thursday morning when a semi-truck carrying corn crashed into a ditch.
MyNorthwest Weather
Former NOAA scientists rebuild climate data website after DOGE shut it down
Since 2015, SEA has averaged eight days of 90 or above per year. In the 20th century, that average was just three days per year.
Quiet summer weather pattern continues in western Washington
If you’re wondering whether there’s any big weather on the horizon, the answer is ... not really.
Cool temperatures continue; showers expected to close the weekend
Cool weather will continue for another day this weekend as an area of low pressure continues to spin off the coast, delivering clouds.
MyNorthwest Politics
Curley defends Mayor Wilson's response to fatal Bite of Seattle shooting: 'A' for a 'novice,' 'C-' for a 'major city' leader
Curley then provided a couple of letter grades for Wilson's response and handling of the situation. "For a novice, I give her an A. For a leader of a major city, C-," Curley said.
Measure to expand Pierce Transit service on Nov. 3 Ballot
Pierce County voters will decide in November whether to approve a sales tax increase to expand bus and transit services.
'This doesn't help council relations': Bob Kettle fires back after Mayor Wilson says council 'walked away' from free school meals
Seattle City Councilmember Bob Kettle fired back at Mayor Wilson after she accused the council of voting to "walk away" from free school meals.
Lifestyle from Premier Media
EvergreenHealth, Monroe School District Team Up for Career-Training Course
Originally published on 425. EvergreenHealth Monroe recently launched a new Certified Nursing Assistant program at Monroe High School, which, in partnership with Monroe School District, will provide students with a direct path to health care careers. The partnership looks to support Monroe School District’s five-year strategic plan, which emphasizes making students prepared for the future […]
Tri Pointe Homes' Washington Roots Are 57 Years Deep
Originally published on 425. The July-August 2026 edition of our sister publication 425 Business is focused on local legacy businesses. It’s putting a spotlight on several in the area; read about last week’s subject, Bellevue College, here. Tri Pointe Homes in March celebrated its 20,000th home sold in Washington state — a milestone for the […]
How LaDonna Olmstead's Tea Madame Fills a South Sound Niche
Originally published on South Sound. This article originally appeared in the July-August 2026 edition of our sister publication, South Sound Business. LaDonna Olmstead didn’t know much about tea when she agreed to take the reins at the Sumner-founded Tea Madame 20 years ago. “I got a job (at Sumner’s Windmill Bistro) and the owner’s wife […]
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
eBays agreed to pay nearly $50 million to couple sent cockroaches, bloody pig mask
BOSTON (AP) — eBay Inc. agreed to pay almost $50 million to a Massachusetts couple who said former employees of the company targeted them with threats and bizarre anonymous deliveries — including live insects, a funeral wreath and a bloody pig Halloween mask, according to settlement details released Tuesday. The parties reached a tentative settlement […]
Court panel declines to block Trump's mail ballot order, but its status for midterms remains unclear
A federal appellate panel on Tuesday refused to block President Donald Trump’s executive order seeking to restrict mail voting, a day after the administration asked the U.S. Supreme Court to weigh in on the proposal in a separate case. The three-judge panel of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia upheld a […]
Minnesota's first-in-the-nation law banning prediction markets is halted in federal court
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — A federal judge has temporarily blocked Minnesota’s first-in-the-nation law banning prediction markets just days before it was to take effect, the latest clash between President Donald Trump’s administration and states over who regulates operators such as Kalshi and Polymarket. Monday’s decision is the latest setback for states trying to outlaw or […]
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