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Weekend traffic headaches ahead: Major closures planned on I-405, SR 520/Montlake, and SR 99
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High risk of thunderstorms sparking new fires this weekend
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'They just bump into whatever': New study names the top 3 car brands with the worst drivers
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'They half-cheeked that job': Spike says Seattle got off easy in $775K rebar settlement
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'The price of a burrito': KIRO hosts say Seattle's meager fine won't stop Lime takeovers as another planned for Saturday
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Family shares fundraiser for 5-year-old girl killed in Graham
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MyNorthwest News
Mayor Wilson signs executive order to accelerate street safety projects as Seattle falls short on Vision Zero
Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson announced a new executive order Friday aimed at making Seattle’s streets safer for everyone.
Alaska Airlines flight attendants file grievance over staffing on long-haul international flights
Alaska Airlines flight attendants filed a grievance last week, stating the airline has been understaffing its newest long-haul routes from Seattle.
Renton party turns violent after person stabs another with broken bottle
A person in Renton broke up an argument at a party by smashing a bottle and stabbing another person in the leg early Friday morning.
Invasive insect may threaten Washington ash trees, weaken state ecosystems
An invasive insect, the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB), has been spotted near the Vancouver border.
Boeing's white-collar union rejects contract, authorizes strike despite largest pay offer since 1983
Boeing's white-collar union voted down a proposed contract, authorizing a strike.
Charter boat hauls in 1,260-pound blue marlin believed to be East Coast's largest catch
Damon Sacco had never seen anything like the fish he and fellow anglers fought for hours in the waters off Massachusetts.
KIRO Newsradio Opinion
'She's the daughter of Bill Gates': KIRO hosts say wealth and power are shielding Phoebe Gates from scrutiny
But what frustrated the KIRO fill-in hosts wasn't just Phoebe Gates' alleged fraud. It was how little attention it's getting.
Ask Ursula: Amid a combative divorce, how do I handle a friend who's in love with me?
Dear Ursula, I'm 58 and in the middle of a contentious divorce from a narcissistic doctor who stripped me of nearly everything.
Harger: A community college radio station gave me a career, a newsroom full of colleagues, and a wife
I talk for a living, on a medium that talks about itself constantly, and I found out about National Radio Day after the show ended yesterday.
'We kicked this can 7 more weeks down the unsafe city road': Jake, Spike rip Mayor Wilson for delaying camera decision
Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson resurfaced at a news conference, but her answers on surveillance cameras, left Jake and Spike unimpressed.
'You knew what you voted for': Gee says don't act shocked as Katie Wilson's approval plunges amid recall effort
A new poll shows only one in three Seattle voters trust Mayor Wilson's safety plan as recall efforts intensify, and Gee Scott wonders why people are surprised.
'You failed if you weren't safe': KIRO hosts weigh in on Netflix doc alleging Boeing bypassed inspections
KIRO hosts analyze the Netflix documentary on Boeing's alleged inspection bypassing and its impact on safety culture.
Seattle Sports
Roster Move: Mariners officially call up Kade Anderson, DFA LHP
Kade Anderson is officially in the big leagues with the Mariners announcing the roster move on Saturday morning.
A look at Seahawks’ top candidates to replace injured WR Bobo
Here are four wide receivers who could potentially fill Bobo's roster spot on the Seahawks this fall.
Mariners Injuries: Latest on Bryan Woo, J.P. Crawford
The M's don't believe Woo will need a stint on the injured list. J.P. Crawford will remain on his rehab assignment through at least this weekend.
Leo Rivas delivers walkoff as Mariners beat Cubs 6-5 in extras
Cal Raleigh added a three-run homer and Seranthony Dominguez earned his first win as a Mariner.
Macdonald: Ex-Coug Cam Ward ‘in command’ at Seahawks-Titans joint practice
“It seems like he’s gonna have a really good season," Mike Macdonald said of Cam Ward.
‘Extremely exciting’: Kade Anderson joins M’s before anticipated debut
The left-hander is set for his first MLB start on Saturday.
Seattle Red
Rantz: Edmonds banned Flock cameras, then went 24/7 on the ones that pay in obvious cash grab
Edmonds banned Flock, then went 24/7 on speed cams. Hypocrites who need the money, not the safety. The fine schedule proves the whole thing is about revenue.
There’s a new way that Alaska Airlines will let you board early, and 1,414-point bonus in Atmos Rewards
Alaska Airlines is launching a multi-year partnership with Seahawks QB Sam Darnold, using football season to promote new Seattle nonstops to Paris and Athens.
Chris Cargill: Fatal flaws of Socialism – The knowledge problem
Among the many reasons socialism fails is the lack of knowledge that comes with the central planning of an economy, writes Chris Cargill.
Traveling Vietnam Wall and 9/11 tribute coming to Ocean Shores
Traveling Vietnam Wall, 9/11 tribute coming to Ocean Shores in September. Free public display runs Sept. 10-13 at the convention center.
‘We do not verify arguments for truth or fact’: Washington SOS punts on income tax pamphlet lies
Let's Go Washington and Sen. Chris Gildon say the no campaign on I-645 printed a false claim in Washington's voters' pamphlet. The state won't fix it.
‘We’ll have to pass those costs on to our residents’: Snohomish mayor says sheriff won’t budge on 133% jail booking fee hike
Snohomish Mayor Aaron Hoffman says the county has offered no concessions on a 133% jail booking fee hike as cities head into budget season with the bill.
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MyNorthwest Traffic
Puyallup railroad crossing arms stuck in down position
The railroad crossing arms in downtown Puyallup are stuck in the down position.
All lanes reopened after civilian car hits military vehicle on northbound I-5 near Tacoma Mall
A crash involving a military vehicle occurred on northbound I-5 in Tacoma Friday morning.
Northbound I-5 off-ramp to SR 18 reopens after 4.5-hour DUI closure
The northbound I-5 off-ramp to eastbound SR 18 reopened Thursday morning after a single-car collision blocked the roadway for nearly 4.5 hours.
MyNorthwest Weather
Wildfire smoke triggers Air Quality Alert for 33 WA cities
An Air Quality Alert was issued Wednesday for several cities in central and northeastern Washington due to wildfire smoke sweeping through the area.
Pinpoint Alert for Saturday thunderstorm threat across Washington
There's potential for lightning in the mountains and even in some lowland locations, with the threat to those outdoors as well as the potential for lightning strikes to start new fires.
'Mainly mountain' thunderstorms could move west Friday into the weekend
Enjoy the late-summer sunshine this week, as thunderstorms could strike western Washington starting Friday into the weekend.
MyNorthwest Politics
Mayor Wilson signs executive order to accelerate street safety projects as Seattle falls short on Vision Zero
Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson announced a new executive order Friday aimed at making Seattle’s streets safer for everyone.
Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson's 'impromptu boogie' with Seattle rapper draws public safety criticism
You may have seen the video on Instagram, originally posted by Seattle rapper Y2K. Wilson stands next to him at a sports field and bobs to his anthemic track "SEA."
Lifestyle from Premier Media
Starcloud Raises $250 Million to Scale AI with Orbital Data Centers
Originally published on 425 Business. Redmond-based Starcloud, which is building data centers in space to solve the AI-energy bottleneck on Earth, today announced a $250 million Series A extension funding round, which brings Starcloud’s value to $2.3 billion, according to a news release. The round was led by Manhattan West, with participation from existing investors […]
What to Expect from Willows Lodge's Summer Harvest Days
Originally published on 425. The peak freshness and flavor of summer produce is as delicious as it is fleeting, and Willows Lodge is capturing that seasonal magic for Summer Harvest Days from Aug. 24-Sept. 13. Chef Lyle Kaku is featuring the sun-ripened flavors of tomatoes and refreshing cucumber from longtime partner Ecolibrium Farms on the […]
What This Year's Grit City Gala Served Up
Originally published on South Sound. Driving through downtown Tacoma last night, it would’ve been hard to miss the Grit City Gala, for which more than 250 guests gathered along Broadway. An annual fundraiser and celebration supporting the Tacoma Farmers Market, the event brings together local farmers, businesses, community members, and market supporters for a dinner […]
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
Tropical Storm Moke advances toward Hawaii as winds strengthen
HONOLULU (AP) — Tropical Storm Moke advanced toward Hawaii Saturday, likely bringing more heavy rainfall and strong gusts to the Big Island, where residents are still dealing with the aftermath of heavy flooding and damaging winds from Hurricane Lala. Moke, which formed Friday in the Pacific Ocean, was located about 470 miles (755 kilometers) southeast […]
Arrest warrant issued for Massachusetts woman sought in officer's death
WORCESTER, Mass. (AP) — An arrest warrant has been issued for a mental health advocate who remained missing Saturday, more than four days after police found the Massachusetts officer she had been married to dead in their home. Karen Solomon, 58, was last spotted in a doorbell camera video, walking down a street in a […]
Early Motown songwriter Janie Bradford Hobbs dies in Los Angeles after illness at age 87
Early Motown songwriter Janie Bradford Hobbs, who helped pen hits including “Money (That’s What I Want)” and “Too Busy Thinking About My Baby,” has died following an extended illness at a Los Angeles hospital, her family said Saturday. She was 87. Bradford Hobbs was born in Charleston, Missouri, and later moved to Detroit. She was […]
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