THE LATEST
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Ross: If you hope the government will save kids from social media, think again
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Sumner City Council to vote Monday on saving Ryan House
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Red Lobster files for bankruptcy, closes dozens of US locations, including Washington store
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Bruce Nordstrom, who helped grow family-led department store chain, dies at 90
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World news roundup: Netanyahu arrest warrant; Assange can appeal; UK blood scandal
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Iran president and others found dead at helicopter crash site, state media says
QUESTION OF THE DAY
MyNorthwest News
Seattle police investigating 2 drive-by shootings near Alki
Seattle police are investigating two drive-by-shootings that happened near Alki Beach Wednesday around 12:30 a.m.
Bike shops boomed early in the pandemic. It’s been a bumpy ride for most ever since
For the nation's bicycle shops, the past few years have probably felt like the business version of the Tour de France, with numerous twists and turns testing their endurance.
Renton detectives looking for group who killed man, attacked another
Renton detectives are looking for the people who shot and killed a 19-year-old and attacked another man on Saturday.
'It’s getting worse': More than 50 windows smashed in Tacoma's 'Antique Row'
More than a dozen businesses in Downtown Tacoma on Antique Road were vandalized early Saturday.
Progress or problem? Seattle's population keeps growing, but the growth has slowed
The population of Seattle grew by nearly 6,000 people from 749,134 to 755,078, or about 0.8%, between July 2022 and July 2023.
Are tacos and burritos sandwiches? KIRO hosts say no, but a judge says yes
An Indiana judge who declared that "tacos and burritos are Mexican-style sandwiches" has cleared the way for the opening of a new restaurant.
SeattleSports.com
Video: Colin Cowherd on the Seattle Seahawks “I have more questions than answers”
Why does Colin Cowherd “have more questions than answers” when it comes to the Seattle Seahawks? What does it mean for their upcoming season and beyond? He joined Brock Huard and Mike Salk to talk about that and what he thinks it means for this franchise. What questions should they try and address first? Watch […]
A surprising Mariners player gets spotlight for eye-opening stats
Dylan Moore has been the "best version" of himself at the plate lately for the Seattle Mariners, and MLB Network spent some time Monday showing how.
Last-place Seahawks? Why that’s what Colin Cowherd predicts
FOX Sports host Colin Cowherd explains why he thinks the Arizona Cardinals will surpass the Seattle Seahawks for third place in the NFC West.
Mariners make noise in latest prospect rankings update
The Seattle Mariners have four prospects in MLB Pipeline's top 100, including one of the biggest risers and a new face.
Did schedule makers make it easy for Seahawks? Insider explains
ESPN insider Brady Henderson breaks down the Seattle Seahawks' 2024 schedule on Seattle Sports' Brock and Salk.
What are experts predicting for Seahawks’ 2024 record?
A roundup of what prognosticators are predicting the Seattle Seahawks' record to be during the 2024 season.
KIRO Newsradio Opinion
Mayfield: We're all a little sus but we can also do better
This week our son called me sus. It's short for suspect and it's Gen Alpha slang for shady. But I'm going to admit something.
Angela Poe Russell: What we can all learn from Harrison Butker’s shocking speech
That’s why the commencement speech by Kansas City Chiefs Kicker Harrison Butker caught me off guard. His theme: Stay in your lane.
Markovich: What do President Joe Biden and Sammy Sosa have in common?
A hotel charged $55 to have your picture taken with baseball’s Sammy Sosa. For President Biden, that photo would cost a minimum of $25,000.
KTTH Opinion
Rantz: Progressive candidate upset he isn't running unopposed, makes up candidate
It appears that progressive candidate Shaun Scott expected to run unopposed for a state representative seat.
Rantz: Bob Ferguson using 'fake' name in his run for Governor, misstated law to threaten opponent
There were, briefly, three Bob Fergusons running for Governor. There's a scandal here, but it may not be what you think it is.
Rantz: UW Seattle gave barriers to Antifa to keep Jews out of Liberated Zone
The University of Washington (UW) provided the Liberated Zone occupiers with barricades to keep out Zionists and Jews.
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MyNorthwest Traffic
I-5 north in Everett reopens after officer-involved shooting left suspect dead
Interstate 5 north in Everett at US 2 reopened late Thursday after an officer-involved shooting left one suspect dead.
Sullivan: Seattle's traffic circles are not roundabouts
Traffic circles are not roundabouts. The words are not interchangeable, and the rules for navigating them are different.
SR 520 toll rates will increase this summer, here's how much:
SR 520 tolls will be going up to pay for construction. Toll rates for new sections of SR 167 and SR 509 are also being discussed.
MyNorthwest Weather
Mount St. Helens anniversary: Buehner's personal chronicle of the catastrophe as a forecaster
Right away, I could tell something big had happened. The pilot told me he was on the south side of the mountain when Mount St. Helens blew.
Will the northern lights be visible again this week? It's less likely
The northern lights captivated Western Washington and many parts of the U.S. Will they be visible again this week? It's less likely.
Buehner: Will last weekend's 'summer weather' stretch through the week?
By Friday, a weak weather system tracking east into Western Canada will likely bring some cloudiness and cooler temperatures back into Western Washington.
MyNorthwest Politics
Protesters at UW encampment harass, shine laser in eye of photojournalist
A FOX 13 photographer was harassed and had a laser shined in his eye while filming near the pro-Palestinian UW encampment this week.
New poll: AG Ferguson has edge in governor's race over Reichert
A new poll from the left-leaning Northwest Progressive Institute has found AG Bob Ferguson has widened his lead in his bid for governor.
Signature gathering begins for initiative to keep natural gas in Washington
Those seeking to halt the state's efforts to eliminate natural gas use in homes and buildings want to get the measure on the November ballot.
MyNorthwest Lifestyle
Bike shops boomed early in the pandemic. It’s been a bumpy ride for most ever since
For the nation's bicycle shops, the past few years have probably felt like the business version of the Tour de France, with numerous twists and turns testing their endurance.
Are tacos and burritos sandwiches? KIRO hosts say no, but a judge says yes
An Indiana judge who declared that "tacos and burritos are Mexican-style sandwiches" has cleared the way for the opening of a new restaurant.
Weekend roundup: Local music, art, pets and more!
The weekend is here and we have lots of activities going on! There will be music festivals, free health services, pups and more.
MyNorthwest History
Final frame was Saturday night for Kirkland’s Tech City Bowl – aka Totem Bowl
After more than six decades in business on the Eastside, Tech City Bowl on Rose Hill will shut down permanently later this year.
'We got a real gut punch from it:' Scientist recalls deadly Mount St. Helens eruption
This weekend is the 44th anniversary of the 1980 eruption of Mount St. Helens, a major event for those who remember it or know the history.
Kirkland's rich history comes to life in the annual cemetery tour
The Eastside city's origin story will come up a lot during this year's annual history tour of Kirkland Cemetery.
National News
There was a fatal shooting at this year's 'Jeep Week' event on Texas Gulf Coast. Here's what to know
CRYSTAL BEACH, Texas (AP) — A popular event drew tens of thousands of visitors over the weekend to Texas Gulf Coast beaches, where a fatal shooting erupted and nearly 300 people were arrested, authorities said Monday. Three separate shootings were reported Saturday on the Bolivar Peninsula during the annual “Jeep Week” event, including one that […]
Bankruptcy judge approves Genesis Global plan to refund $3 billion to creditors, crypto customers
ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — A bankruptcy court judge has approved a plan by the cryptocurrency lender Genesis Global to return about $3 billion to its creditors and investors, including thousands of people who New York regulators say were defrauded by the company. The plan and settlement approved Friday by Judge Sean H. Lane includes up […]
Billionaire rains cash on UMass graduates to tune of $1,000 each, but says they must give half away
MEREDITH, N.H. (AP) — The clouds weren’t alone in making it rain on the commencement ceremony at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth last week. On stage, billionaire philanthropist Rob Hale surprised the graduating class of more than 1,000 by pointing to a nearby truck holding envelopes stuffed with cash. Huddling under ponchos and umbrellas at […]
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Seattle Storm celebrates 25 years with 3's for Treehouse
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Ensuring pet safety on the road with Saving Great Animals, Carter Subaru
Saving Great Animals, along with Carter Subaru, outlined valuable tips to ensure four-legged family members are secure during car rides.
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