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UW professor files lawsuit in fight over mock land acknowledgment statement
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Sound Transit’s East Link 2-Line grand opening set for Saturday
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Darth Vader, Ban Roll-On, Sinking Ship and other Seattle building nicknames
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Former Tacoma Police Chief of Staff suing department over alleged racial discrimination
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Weekend roundup: Bruceploitation, Flatstock 94 and division-leading Ms
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Harger: White House Press’ ‘Nerd Prom’ is a bad look
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One injured in shooting near Everett's Explorer Middle School
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MyNorthwest News
59-year-old prisoner escapes Monroe jail, law enforcement searching
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MyNorthwest News
Trapped orphaned whale calf is now free
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Seattle Sports
What should Seattle Seahawks do on second day of NFL Draft?
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MyNorthwest News
Four SPD officers accuse department of sexual harassment, discrimination
Four women working for the Seattle Police Department (SPD) have accused its leadership of sexual harassment and discrimination.
Net neutrality restored as FCC votes to regulate internet providers
The FCC on Thursday voted to restore "net neutrality" rules that prevent broadband internet providers from favoring some sites over others.
Burien camping ban saga continues as mayor speaks on resolution
If you live in King County, you probably know there is an ongoing feud between government officials over Burien's public camping ban.
Renton's Fourth of July show to light up the sky without fireworks
The City of Renton is taking a different approach to its annual Fourth of July show at the Renton River Days festival.
Grizzly bears to return to Washington despite opposition
Grizzly bears WILL be returning to the North Cascades, decided the National Park Service and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
Multiple I-5 accidents near Federal Way, Kent clog up highway
All lanes heading north on I-5 in Federal Way were blocked off after a semi-truck suffered a rollover collision. The lanes have since reopened.
SeattleSports.com
Ja’Lynn Polk is fourth UW Huskies draft pick, to Patriots at No. 37
The Patriots took WR Ja'Lynn Polk early in the second round of the NFL Draft, giving the UW Huskies their fourth pick in the top 40.
Reaction: Why did Seahawks reportedly try to trade up for Penix?
The Seattle Seahawks were among three teams who reportedly tried to trade up for QB Michael Penix Jr. Brock and Salk share the reactions.
WA NFL Draft Tracker: UW Huskies, WSU and local picks
In this tracker, we'll keep you updated on UW Huskies, WSU Cougars and others players with local ties taken in the 2024 NFL Draft.
What should Seattle Seahawks do on second day of NFL Draft?
Bump and Stacy analyze what the Seattle Seahawks should on Day 2 of the NFL Draft, including whether or not the team should trade up.
Seattle Seahawks did what they needed in draft — just with a twist
Seattle Sports' Stacy Rost takes a look at what the Seattle Seahawks did in the NFL Draft, plus two other interesting moves.
Video: Newest Seattle Seahawks DT Byron Murphy II on what it was like to get drafted at #16 in NFL Draft
What did the newest Seattle Seahawks draft pick Byron Murphy II have to say about being the No. 16 overall selection? What does he think he can bring to this Seahawks defense? He joined Seattle Sports’ Brock and Salk the morning after joining the NFL to talk about what the entire process was like. Why […]
KIRO Newsradio Opinion
Stine: Striving toward kindness amid hostile keyboard warriors
Recently, I have had a major philosophic shift in my personal life that has resulted in me being a happier and more joyful person.
Angela Poe Russell: Some free answers for Seattle Schools' $100,000 question
Seattle Public Schools has lost 4,000 students in the last five years as kids poured into private schools and other alternative programs.
Markovich: Elected officials need accountability for their 'generosity' with our tax dollars
When King County dug into its pocket and pulled out $2 million to help dozens of asylum seekers and refugees in Tukwila -- I took a pause.
KTTH Opinion
Rantz: Some anti-Israel extremists privately plotting violence against Seattle cops
Some anti-Israel extremists in Seattle say they are plotting to use violence against cops. How soon are we from Antifa-style activism?
Rantz: UW students postpone antisemitic encampment for having too many white saviors
The planned UW antisemitic encampment was just too white. Progressive extremists have postponed the direct action for the time being.
Rantz: UW Seattle students planning antisemitic encampment to mirror Columbia University
Antisemites at UW are joining Columbia University and other college students in embracing antisemitism. Their encampment goes up Thursday.
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MyNorthwest Traffic
Multiple I-5 accidents near Federal Way, Kent clog up highway
All lanes heading north on I-5 in Federal Way were blocked off after a semi-truck suffered a rollover collision. The lanes have since reopened.
Sullivan: Bellevue to have cops on Eastside light rail trains
You can expect to see uniformed Bellevue cops riding the light rail trains on the Eastside when service between Bellevue and Redmond begins on Saturday.
Sullivan: A guide to Restricted Parking Zones for any confused drivers
Deciphering the language on some parking signs can be difficult, and I am here to answer any questions regarding Restricted Parking Zones.
MyNorthwest Weather
Southern California has received more rain than Western Washington
In Southern California, Los Angeles recorded 18.8 inches – 5.9 more inches than Western Washington, according to SEA.
Will a 'Heat Dome' be part of the upcoming Seattle summer?
The National Weather Service sees a possible 'Heat Dome' coming to Seattle this summer with high temperatures possible.
Buehner: This week's weather includes meteor showers, a pink moon, near-70 degree days
The Lyrid meteor shower that peaked over the past weekend but will continue Monday night before fading as April ends.
MyNorthwest Politics
Supreme Court appears skeptical that state abortion bans conflict with federal health care law
Supreme Court justices appeared skeptical that state abortion bans, after their ruling overturning Roe v. Wade, violate federal healthcare law.
Biden signs $95B war aid measure for Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan into law as TikTok faces ban
Biden said he was rushing weapons to Ukraine as he signed a $95B war aid measure, including assistance for Israel, Taiwan and other hotspots.
Kroger to pay nearly $50M to Washington to combat fentanyl crisis
Kroger is sending Washington $47.5 million to combat the fentanyl epidemic in an agreed-upon pending resolution championed by Attorney General Bob Ferguson.
MyNorthwest Lifestyle
'Bachelorette' films in Seattle with Jenn Tran as first Asian American lead
Did you happen to see Jenn Tran with her potential fiancé at Kerry Park? The show the "Bachelorette" filmed in Seattle this week.
In-N-Out plans to open second Washington location, but has no plans to go north
Restaurant chain In-N-Out Burger said Wednesday it plans to open a second location in the state of Washington and its second in Clark County.
Colleen O'Brien: Seattle's new walkability maps
If you've ever vacationed in a city where you are within a 15-minute walk of whatever you may need, then you know how awesome it can feel.
MyNorthwest History
Going deep on forgotten 'Lakes of Washington' books
With trout season opening on Washington’s lowland lakes this Saturday, April 27, the timing was perfect to go fishing around on the history bookshelf to share a prized catch – a forgotten encyclopedia of Washington lakes first published more than 60 years ago. “Lakes of Washington” is a two-volume set of books published by the […]
Echoes of Eastside rail history with Sound Transit preparing to get underway
As Sound Transit inaugurates commuter trains between Bellevue and Redmond, when was the last time passenger rail service was offered on the Eastside?
Layers of history revealed by 'Street Trees of Seattle'
This new book is “Street Trees of Seattle: An Illustrated Walking Guide” by writer and artist Taha Ebrahimi.
National News
Retired pro wrestler, failed congressional candidate indicted in Vegas murder case
LAS VEGAS (AP) — A retired professional wrestler and former congressional candidate in Nevada and Texas has been indicted on a murder charge in the death of an Idaho man who suffered a head injury during a Halloween Party at a Las Vegas Strip hotel. Daniel Rodimer, 45, who now lives in Texas, is expected […]
An emergency slide falls off a Delta Air Lines plane, forcing pilots to return to JFK in New York
NEW YORK (AP) — An emergency slide fell off a Delta Air Lines jetliner shortly after takeoff Friday from New York, and pilots who felt a vibration in the plane circled back to land safely at JFK Airport. Delta said that after takeoff the pilots got an alert about the emergency slide on the plane’s […]
Freight train derailment, fire forces Interstate 40 closure near Arizona-New Mexico line
SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — A freight train carrying fuel derailed and caught fire Friday near the Arizona-New Mexico state line, forcing the closure of an interstate highway that serves as a key trucking route. No injuries were reported in the midday train wreck east of Houck. BNSF Railway spokesperson Lena Kent confirmed the derailment […]
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