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Kia software upgrade happening this weekend in Bellevue
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SR 520 tolls to go up, but how much? We’ll find out later today
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King County deputies intercept Burien drug ring tied to Sinaloa cartel
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Biden and Trump agree to 2 presidential debates, in June and in September
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Privacy vs. finding stolen cars: Seattle considers expanding license plate readers
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The game-changing Boeing 707 jet debuted 70 years ago
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Seattle passes contract with SPD amid concerns over lack of public comment
The Seattle City Council passed a long-negotiated contract with the Seattle Police Department 8-1 on Tuesday.
Bellevue PD is teaching women to fight back with self-defense
Craig Hanaumi said more than 2,000 women have attended his self-defense workshop since it began. Some traveled more than 60 miles.
$3M bail set for man accused of murdering chef at Seattle light rail
The man King County prosecutors said killed a chef at the Capitol Hill Link light rail station, had his first court appearance.
Justice Department: Boeing violated deal that avoided prosecution after crashes
The DOJ determined Boeing violated a settlement that allowed the company to avoid prosecution after two crashes involving its aircraft.
39-year-old man convicted of groping teen on flight from Dubai to Seattle
A Seattle federal court jury has convicted a 39-year-old citizen of India for abusive sexual contact with a minor on a flight.
Man arrested following deadly light rail stabbing of beloved Seattle chef
Witnesses told police a Seattle chef got into a fight with two men that quickly resulted in the chef being stabbed several times.
SeattleSports.com
AL West Check-In: Astros’ Blanco suspended for foreign substance
Astros starter Ronel Blanco received a 10-game suspension Wednesday for violating MLB’s prohibitions on foreign substances after being ejected from the game against the Oakland Athletics.
Which Seahawks rookies will make an immediate impact?
Seattle Sports' Dave Wyman and Bob Stelton analyze which 2024 Seattle Seahawks draft picks will contribute as rookies.
Mariners Updates: Bryan Woo ‘feeling good’ for start; latest on injuries
Seattle Mariners RHP Bryan Woo is set for his second start of the season, plus what's up with Dominic Canzone, J.P. Crawford, Jorge Polanco and more.
Video: Do we know the identity of the 2024 Seattle Mariners team?
At this point in the MLB season, do we know the identity of the 2024 Seattle Mariners team? If so, what is it? Brock Huard and Mike Salk discussed that and what it might mean for this team the rest of the season. If they don’t have an identity yet, can they establish one at […]
Will new OC Ryan Grubb unlock these Seahawks players?
Former NFL WR Michael Bumpus analyzes Mina Kimes' comments about how Ryann Grubb can improve a prominent Seattle Seahawks player.
Mariners activate Dominic Canzone from IL ahead of series finale vs KC
Dominic Canzone is back with the Seattle Mariners a month after suffering an AC joint sprain from colliding with the outfield wall on a spectacular catch.
KIRO Newsradio Opinion
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.
Ross: Social media companies must be responsible for content they broadcast
A phone call takes place between those who agree to talk. But a message posted on social media where anyone can see it? That's a broadcast.
Colleen O'Brien: Who's afraid of little old TikTok?
Why did President Joe Biden, with the overwhelming support of Congress, place a nine-month choke hold on TikTok?
KTTH Opinion
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.
Rantz: Seattle homeless man groped himself by 'Free Gaza' hacked sign
A homeless man was pleasuring himself in a Seattle park, across the street from a hacked electronic traffic sign to say "Free Gaza."
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MyNorthwest Traffic
Truck fire shuts down I-405, 2 lanes now open
All lanes of I-405 heading north at Sunset Boulevard in Renton were blocked due to a major truck fire. The HOV lane is now open.
Brace for delays: Everett Revive I-5 is back
It's been over a year since the last downtown Everett Revive I-5. Work starts Friday, May 10, and lasts until Monday.
Sullivan: Airport expansion in high gear as summer travel approaches
The Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is undergoing a massive construction project expansion, making drop-offs and pickups better.
MyNorthwest Weather
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.
Does Washington get tornadoes? Here's what you need to know:
In recent weeks, there has been a rash of tornadoes across the nation but several listeners recently asked: does Washington get tornadoes?
MyNorthwest Politics
Seattle passes contract with SPD amid concerns over lack of public comment
The Seattle City Council passed a long-negotiated contract with the Seattle Police Department 8-1 on Tuesday.
King County Council votes to increase minimum wage by 25%
The Metropolitan King County Council voted Tuesday to increase the minimum wage in unincorporated King County by 25%.
Cohen's lies, loyalty, a gag order upheld: Tuesday Trump hush money trial takeaways
The Donald Trump legal team started grilling prosecutors' star witness in his trial, portraying Michael Cohen as a media-obsessed liar.
MyNorthwest Lifestyle
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.
Opera known for catchy music, humor shines in Seattle
KIRO Newsradio's Heather Bosch spoke with key people involved in Seattle Opera's production of "The Barber of Seville."
Northern lights grace Western Washington skies
For those who were in the right spot at the right time, you saw the northern lights in Western Washington late Friday or early Saturday.
MyNorthwest History
Exclusive: Grassroots preservation campaign saves Parkland School
Members of the Parkland Community Association announced Friday that the group has officially assumed ownership of historic Parkland School.
Visiting Captain Vancouver's grave in a tiny village near London
Captain George Vancouver will be commemorated as he is every year at the churchyard near London where he was buried more than 225 years ago.
History only deepens community love for Kirkland’s 'mystery cottage'
A former neighbor shared some additional history and backstory of the "mystery cottage" in Kirkland's newest public park.
National News
Justice Department to investigate Kentucky's juvenile jails after use of force, isolation complaints
FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — Federal investigators will examine conditions in Kentucky’s youth detention centers and whether the state has done enough to protect juveniles housed there, the U.S. Justice Department said Wednesday. The federal investigation follows a Kentucky auditor’s report that said the state’s juvenile justice system had ongoing problems with the use of force […]
Judge says Delaware vanity plate rules allow viewpoint discrimination and are unconstitutional
DOVER, Del. (AP) — Delaware’s vanity license plate program is unconstitutional because it allows officials to discriminate against certain viewpoints when deciding whether to approve applications, a federal judge has ruled. Tuesday’s ruling came in a lawsuit filed by Kari Lynn Overington, 43, of Milton, a breast cancer survivor whose “FCANCER” license plate was recalled […]
Texas man accused of killing New Mexico women and kidnapping an infant faces federal charge
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — A Texas man accused of fatally shooting two New Mexico women and taking one of their children and seriously injuring another is now facing a federal kidnapping charge. Alek Isaiah Collins, 26, appeared Tuesday before a federal judge in Abilene, Texas. He will remain in federal custody pending extradition to New […]
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