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Former Seattle man killed 8 relatives, including 4 kids, at Sunday dinner in Montana, family says
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Washington business owner buys fire engine to defend community from wildfire threat
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'Don't freak out': WA Secretary of State expects new injunction 'very soon' after Supreme Court mail-in voting ruling
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'A force of nature': Jake and Spike pay tribute to Dolly Parton
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Seattle mayor launches national search for new police chief
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All lanes back open after brush fire in I-5 median near Everett
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MyNorthwest News
Redmond's Kristina Liutova, 16, wins first-round US Open qualifying match
Redmond teenager and youngest active WTA champion Kristina Liutova is one step closer to qualifying for the main draw at the US Open.
Man stabbed at Bridgeport Quik E Mart, four suspects arrested
Douglas County deputies were sent to a Bridgeport Quik E Mart last Monday, Aug. 17, after reports of a stabbing.
Starbucks' fall menu is back with new cider-chai drink, food, and classic Pumpkin Spice Latte
Summer isn't over yet, but Starbucks is already rolling out its fall menu, complete with a brand new drink, food item, and cake pop flavor.
Dolly Parton, music star, actor, and beloved figure who spanned generations has died at 80
Dolly Parton, the country music icon whose soaring vibrato vocals, poignant songwriting, and sparkling costumes, has died. She was 80 years old.
Japanese-inspired Seattle diner named among best new restaurants of 2026
The Wayland Mill, an American diner in North Lake Union, earned national recognition when Bon Appétit ranked it among the best new restaurants of 2026.
Scientists work to identify cause of death for a whale at Commencement Bay
A dead whale was found decaying in Commencement Bay on Monday. Scientists are trying to figure out how it died.
KIRO Newsradio Opinion
'Chaos and confusion is the goal': Gee says Trump's mail-in voting push is designed to undermine trust in elections
The U.S. Supreme Court lifted one of two injunctions blocking President Donald Trump's executive order restricting mail-in voting Monday.
'You don't have to be the best': Gee defends Dick's Drive-In in Seattle's greatest burger debate
Explore the debate on Dick's Drive-In's ranking among other Seattle burger joints, and why the city classic remains a fan favorite.
'Seattle is a destination': Gee celebrates city's record 3.7M downtown visitors in July
July marked a record for Seattle with 3.7 million downtown visitors, showcasing a strong tourism recovery.
As beaver dams turn Maple Valley land into a swamp, Curley explains why beavers do what they do
With beavers causing havoc, KIRO Host John Curley asked traffic reporter Nate Connors, "Why do beavers build dams?"
Jake, Spike questions Vision Zero's effectiveness: 'No way to achieve zero if you still have cars and people in the same space'
As Vision Zero in Seattle turns more than a decade old, Mayor Katie Wilson signed an executive order Friday directing SDOT to accelerate priority safety projects.
Jake: Corporate tax breaks grow the infrastructure, 'which is good for everybody'
A recent column from The Seattle Times claimed Microsoft is receiving the largest state corporate tax break identified in the newspaper's records, driven largely by 100% bonus depreciation.
Seattle Sports
Recap: Cal Raleigh homers again as Mariners beat Phillies 4-1
Cal Raleigh homered in his first at-bat Tuesday after his three-homer game Monday to help the Mariners clinch a series win over the Phillies.
George Kirby’s gem helps Mariners gain ground in playoff race
George Kirby dialed his fastball up to 99 mph and had nine strikeouts over 7 2/3 innings of one-run ball in a 4-1 Mariners win over Philadelphia.
Seahawks on ‘Hard Knocks’: Highlights from episode 4
A look at four moments that stood out from the penultimate episode of the season.
Cougs Weekly with WSU Cougars coach Kirby Moore debuts
There's a whole lot of new going on with WSU Cougars football this season, and that comes with the new Cougs Weekly with head coach Kirby Moore on Seattle Sports.
Seahawks place rookie Bud Clark, OL Mason Richman on IR; sign 3 players
Both players suffered serious injuries during Seattle's preseason loss to Tennessee on Sunday.
Mariners Roster Move: J.P. Crawford returns from 10-day IL
J.P. Crawford is set to return to the Seattle Mariners lineup for the first time since late July, while Leo Rivas has been sent down.
Seattle Red
‘Extortion’: Mill Creek councilman calls Snohomish County’s 133% jail fee hike
Mill Creek Councilman Vince Cavaleri says Snohomish County's 133% jail fee hike is a money grab pushed through before the county's own audit is done.
Washington lowered flags for Dolly Parton after cutting her book program twice
Bob Ferguson lowered Washington's flags for Dolly Parton five months after signing a budget that again left her Imagination Library with no state money.
Former Multnomah housing authority CEO under investigation amidst corruption allegations
The former CEO of Multnomah County is under investigation by the Oregon Government Ethics Commission for allegations that she used taxpayer dollars on travel.
Rantz: Mayor Katie Wilson’s answer to Seattle’s housing collapse is a committee that reports in 2027
Seattle permit applications are down 60 percent. Mayor Katie Wilson's answer is a task force that reports back in September 2027.
Madi Clark: A sign of possible regulatory relief for Spokane fire victims
Washington Governor Bob Ferguson seems to be hinting that he is willing to cut red tape to expedite wildfire recovery efforts in Eastern Washington.
ICE Seattle arrests illegal immigrant with 26-year criminal record. Will local media cover?
ICE Seattle arrested Jankaeo Vilayvanh, 46, of Laos, whose Seattle-area record spans 26 years and includes six assault convictions and a burglary.
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MyNorthwest Traffic
Jake, Spike questions Vision Zero's effectiveness: 'No way to achieve zero if you still have cars and people in the same space'
As Vision Zero in Seattle turns more than a decade old, Mayor Katie Wilson signed an executive order Friday directing SDOT to accelerate priority safety projects.
Five cars behind you and going under the speed limit? In WA, you're breaking the law
You might know the speed limit, but do you know you're breaking the law if you're driving under it with five cars stuck behind you?
Your commute could get complicated: WSDOT closures across the region this week
The summer heat isn't showing signs of slowing down, and neither is WSDOT as repair work forces closures across the region.
MyNorthwest Weather
After Tuesday’s heat, cooler temperatures are likely into September
After a much warmer-than-normal start to the summer season in June, July and August have been much more "typical" for average temperatures across the region.
WA closing in on 1 million acres burned as drought fuels one of state's worst wildfire seasons
Washington’s drought is making an already busy wildfire season worse, and the outlook into fall is not encouraging.
70% chance western WA's upcoming El Niño winter will be a 'record event'
The latest seasonal weather outlook for the nation, including Western Washington, was recently released and reflects an ongoing strengthening El Niño heading into this winter.
MyNorthwest Politics
Trump says he's considering renaming Lake Ontario as 'Lake America' as trade war escalates
President Donald Trump said Tuesday that he is considering changing the name of Lake Ontario to “Lake America” as the trade war between the United States and Canada intensifies.
Cheap imports, high stakes: WA ranchers sound alarm over 90-day beef deal
Trump's announcement that the U.S. will allow up to 300,000 tons of ground beef to be imported tariff-free for 90 days is drawing sharp criticism.
Supreme Court sides with Trump administration on mail voting restrictions ahead of midterms
The Supreme Court sided with the Trump administration Monday in a case over President Donald Trump's executive order restricting mail-in voting.
Lifestyle from Premier Media
W.W. 'Bill' Philip, Columbia Bank Founder, Dies at 99
Originally published on 425 Business. W.W. “Bill” Philip, who co-founded Columbia Bank and was a founding father of the University of Washington Tacoma, has died, according to the bank. He was 99. No further details were available late this afternoon. “Bill Philip was a visionary leader who believed deeply in the power of community,” Clint […]
Celebrate Olympia Harbor Days at the Waterfront
Originally published on South Sound. Olympia Harbor Days is bringing three days of maritime history, waterfront fun, and tugboat action to Percival Landing and Port Plaza Sept. 4–6. A South Sound tradition since 1974, the free festival celebrates the region’s heritage with historic vessels, walk-aboard tugboat tours, live music, and food and craft vendors. This […]
Immersive Gamebox Opening First Northwest Location at Westfield Southcenter
Originally published on 425. Immersive Gamebox, which provides immersive multiplayer gaming experiences that blend technology with popular entertainment franchises, is opening its first Pacific Northwest location at Westfield Southcenter in Tukwila on Friday. The venue also marks the London-based company’s first U.S. franchise location, introducing the global entertainment concept to the greater Seattle market through […]
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
The Kremlin says the CIA director held talks in Moscow with his intelligence counterparts
The Kremlin said Wednesday that CIA Director John Ratcliffe held talks in Moscow with his intelligence counterparts, a rare and secretive visit at a time when relations with Washington remain strained over Russia’s war in Ukraine. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Ratcliffe did not meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin, who was informed of the […]
Key inflation gauge remains elevated during Iran war and ongoing US trade fights
WASHINGTON (AP) — An inflation measure closely watched by the Federal Reserve was unchanged last month in the latest sign that many Americans are still struggling with higher costs. The Commerce Department’s Wednesday report showed that prices rose 3.7% in July compared with a year earlier. Inflation has worsened since the Iran war began in […]
US economy expands at sluggish 1.5% pace in second quarter, but consumer spending stayed strong
WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. economy grew at a sluggish 1.5% pace from April through June. But consumer spending stayed strong. The Commerce Department reported Wednesday that growth in gross domestic product — the nation’s output of a goods and services — decelerated from a 2.1% pace from January through March. The second-quarter growth number […]
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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.
How Puget Sound homeowners can spot a trustworthy roofer (and avoid the scams making headlines)
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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.