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seattle traffic...

Nate Connors

Major sports events, full closure on I-405 will make for very busy Seattle commute all weekend

This weekend around the Seattle area might go down as one of the busiest of the summer for the Washington State Department of Transportation.

Andre Sayles (2)...

James Lynch

'My feet are here': Interim SPD Chief Andre Sayles addresses crime, Mayor Katie Wilson, and Seattle's path forward

Interim Seattle Police Chief Andre Sayles said he’s committed to Seattle and focused on restoring trust and safety.

Burien Power outage...

MyNorthwest Staff

More than 2,200 without power in Burien

More than 2,200 customers are without power in Burien.

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MyNorthwest Staff

Raccoon crashes Seattle Mariners' first Jimothy Night — event returns tonight

The Seattle Mariners celebrated "Hot Jimothy Summer" with a special night honoring viral raccoon Jimothy on Wednesday.

Salesforce...

Julia Dallas

Salesforce to lay off 59 employees in Seattle and Bellevue

Salesforce, a major customer relationship management platform, is laying off 59 workers in Seattle and Bellevue.

burn ban...

Julia Dallas

City of Seattle issues Stage 2 Burn Ban

The City of Seattle has joined King County in issuing a Stage 2 Burn Ban as dry, hot conditions persist.

KIRO Newsradio Opinion

bar exam...

Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

'I can see the commercial now': KIRO hosts push back on WA's decision to waive bar exam for hundreds after Yakima mishap

KIRO host Spike O'Neill and KIRO fill-in host Greg Tomlin pushed back on the Washington Supreme Court's decision to waive the bar exam.

MRI tumor...

Luke Duecy

Duecy: I thought I was just getting older. It sucked. Then an MRI revealed a pituitary tumor

In May, after a series of doctor visits, blood tests, and an MRI, I heard words I never expected to hear: "You have a benign tumor near your brain."

pierce county school levy tax...

Charlie Harger

Harger: Pierce County forgot to charge me for a school levy, sent a letter blaming nobody, and wants $1,100 by November

I got a letter from the Pierce County Assessor-Treasurer, informing us of a "discrepancy" on our 2026 property tax statement. Not a mistake. A discrepancy.

inslee fires spokane...

Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

'Virtue signaling': KIRO hosts debate former Gov. Jay Inslee linking Spokane fires to climate change

Former Washington Governor Jay Inslee made a post on social media Sunday linking the fires raging in Spokane to climate change.

cameras...

Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show

'She's not turning them on': Gee and Ursula split on whether $250,000 for Seattle cameras should be used for other resources

KIRO hosts Gee and Ursula were split on whether $250,000 set aside for Seattle surveillance cameras should be used for other resources.

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Ursula Reutin

Ask Ursula: My stepson never calls his dad, when can I get involved?

It's been years since my stepson contacted his dad to wish him a happy birthday or even a happy Father's Day. Should I intervene?

Seattle Sports

Cameron Van Til

How does Ouzts’ status impact Seahawks’ plans at fullback?

Mike Macdonald and Brian Fleury discussed the state of the fullback position as Robbie Ouzts remains sidelined.

The Associated Press

Seahawks’ Week 3 opponent will be missing star left tackle

Washington Commanders five-time Pro Bowl left tackle Laremy Tunsil is expected to miss most of the season with a torn triceps.

The Associated Press

Shanahan plans to coach 49ers’ preseason opener after car crash

49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan said he's nearly fully recovered from his July 14 car crash.

Cameron Van Til

What stood out from Seahawks’ annual Lumen Field practice

AJ Finley had a "full-circle moment," Emanuel Wilson showed he's more than just a bruiser, and more.

The Associated Press

Mariners come up short in 3-2 loss to Rays

Richie Palacios broke a tie in the sixth inning with a two-run single to help Tampa Bay earn the win.

Cameron Van Til

Seahawks RB Price out with ‘minor issue,’ expected back soon

Jadarian Price missed his second straight practice, but is expected to return in the coming days.

Seattle Red

Jason Rantz

Rantz: Seattle festival sets up safe houses and a rapid response team in case ICE shows up, and KING 5 pretends it’s news

KING 5 ran a South Park festival story where an activist called ICE arrests kidnappings, then detailed the safe houses organizers set up, without one hard question.

Jason Rantz

House Speaker Mike Johnson says the WA 3rd District race will decide the ‘fate of the Republic’

House Speaker Mike Johnson stumped for John Braun in Vancouver days after a 263-vote primary finish, calling WA-03 the seat that decides the fate of the Republic.

Jackson Meyer

Bob Ferguson announces construction of new ferry, glosses over one awkward detail

Gov. Bob Ferguson is taking a victory lap over the construction of Washington's new ferries that will be built out of state due to Washington labor costs.

Jackson Meyer

Meyer: Thomas Jefferson taught us how to deal with bullies like Iran

As President Trump seeks an end to the conflict in Iran, he should look to how Thomas Jefferson dealt with a similar ordeal, writes Jackson Meyer.

Jackson Meyer

Seattle retailers warn crackdown on surveillance pricing will worsen affordability crisis

As Seattle considers a ban on surveillance pricing, stores are warning that it would result in higher prices for consumers.

Jackson Meyer

Oregon Democrats stoke anti-data center hysteria with proposal for three-year moratorium

Democrats in the Oregon Legislature are pushing for a three-year halt on new large data centers, which has become a disturbing trend in the Beaver State.

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MyNorthwest Traffic

seattle traffic...

Nate Connors

Major sports events, full closure on I-405 will make for very busy Seattle commute all weekend

This weekend around the Seattle area might go down as one of the busiest of the summer for the Washington State Department of Transportation.

traffic highway closures...

Paola Tristan Arruda, KIRO 7 News

TRAFFIC: Major highway closures across Puget Sound this weekend

Drivers across the Puget Sound should prepare for one of the busiest travel weekends of the summer.

i-5 south tacoma crash...

KIRO 7 News Staff

I-5 northbound fully blocked in South Tacoma after crash involving up to 10 cars

The northbound lanes of Interstate 5 were fully blocked in South Tacoma early Friday morning after a multi-car crash involving a semi-truck.

MyNorthwest Weather

air quality seattle...

Meteorologist Nick Allard, KIRO 7 News

Weekend Weather: Air quality improves, Red Flag Warnings remain in effect

We’re still waking up to some smoke and haze across western Washington, but the good news is air quality is much improved.

burn ban...

Julia Dallas

City of Seattle issues Stage 2 Burn Ban

The City of Seattle has joined King County in issuing a Stage 2 Burn Ban as dry, hot conditions persist.

spokane complex fire cliff mass climate change...

John Curley Show

'It's nonsense': Cliff Mass says 'crazy people starting fires' has nothing to do with climate change

Spokane Complex Fires rage on as Cliff Mass highlights the climate change claims are unsupported and rising winds could affect the region's safety.

MyNorthwest Politics

Andre Sayles (2)...

James Lynch

'My feet are here': Interim SPD Chief Andre Sayles addresses crime, Mayor Katie Wilson, and Seattle's path forward

Interim Seattle Police Chief Andre Sayles said he’s committed to Seattle and focused on restoring trust and safety.

People shop near 'Sale' signs in the meats section of a grocery store. (Photo: Mario Tama, Getty Im...

MyNorthwest Staff

New Seattle policy aims to block retailers from using personal data to set grocery prices

Mayor Katie Wilson and two city councilmembers announced a new affordability policy on Friday to eliminate price gouging, and make groceries more affordable.

Trump...

Luke Duecy

Gov. Ferguson invites President Trump to Spokane to witness devastation firsthand

Washington Governor Bob Ferguson has invited President Donald Trump to see the fire damage and devastation in Spokane.

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425 Business...

425 Business

Washington Needs a Plan to Grow the Economy

Originally published on 425 Business. Warning lights continue to flash red for Washington’s economy. Employers are becoming more pessimistic about the state economy and increasingly looking outside Washington to expand. At this pivotal moment, Washington needs a long-term economic-development plan that gives employers the confidence to invest, grow, and build their future here. In the […]

425 Business...

425 Business

Bellevue Real Estate Company Snaps Up Seattle Apartment Complex

Originally published on 425 Business. Kidder Mathews recently announced that Bellevue’s Nordic Partners Investments has acquired Monticello, a 107-unit apartment building located at 415 Boren Ave. in Seattle’s First Hill neighborhood. Kidder Mathews’ Simon | Anderson Mulifamily Team represented the seller and brought Nordic Partners Investments into the deal. Built in 1957, Monticello has 42,342 […]

425 Magazine...

425

Issaquah Commons Adds 16 New EV-Charging Stations to Property

Originally published on 425. Issaquah Commons announced earlier this week that 16 new electric-vehicle charging stations have been added to the property as part of the Tesla Supercharger network. The chargers are available now at the shopping center along Northwest Gilman Boulevard. Issaquah Commons is an open-air shopping center managed and leased by real estate […]

MyNorthwest History

wa smoke heat wildfire spokane...

Ted Buehner

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.

Kaiser Canyon Fire wildfire...

Ted Buehner

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?

Paul Dorpat...

Feliks Banel

Historic regional treasure Paul Dorpat dies after 87 years

Historic regional treasure Paul Dorpat has died after 87 years.

National News

President Donald Trump boards Air Force One at Morristown Airport, Sunday, Aug. 9, 2026, in Morrist...

Associated Press

Trump announces staff secretary Will Scharf will be his new White House counsel

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump announced Sunday that his new White House counsel will be Will Scharf, the staff secretary who as the Trump-appointed head of the National Capital Planning Commission helped secure approval for the $400 million ballroom project. Trump said that, beginning Sept. 1, Scharf will be replacing David Warrington, who will […]

The Bald Range wildfire, that has forced people out of their homes in the south Okanagan region, bu...

Associated Press

Wildfires burn across western US and Canada as residents are evacuated

Wildfires burning across the western U.S. and Canada on Sunday left some residents keeping a weary eye out for possible evacuation orders while others already forced to flee their homes waited to see what would be left on their return. In western Canada, over 20,000 people were forced to flee communities along Okanagan Lake in […]

Associated Press

Don Nelson, second-winningest NBA coach who won 5 titles as a Celtics player, dies at 86

Don Nelson, the second-winningest coach in NBA history who won five championships as a player with the Boston Celtics, died Sunday. He was 86. Nelson’s death was announced by the Golden State Warriors, one of the teams he coached. Nelson is one of two coaches in NBA history to have at least 250 wins with […]

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MyNorthwest Staff

AC not cooling during Seattle heat wave? 4 things to check before calling for emergency repair

As temperatures climb across the Seattle area, many homeowners are discovering that their air conditioner is running but not cooling the home effectively.

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MyNorthwest Staff

How Puget Sound homeowners can spot a trustworthy roofer (and avoid the scams making headlines)

The scammers share a playbook: Arrive uninvited, claim to see damage, start work before the homeowner has time to think. If you are a homeowner in the Puget Sound area, these seven steps can protect you from being a victim in the next scam.

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MyNorthwest Staff

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.