THE LATEST
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Swiftie alert: Puyallup to celebrate next era of Taylor Swift
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Local students threaten lawsuit as school allegedly denies interfaith club
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Washington remains in the grips of drought, will stay there
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Rantz: Is crime truly declining? Axios editorial is little more than Democrat politicking
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Gee and Ursula: Did pro-Palestinian protesters lose supporters by blocking traffic?
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Toxic ‘fake Botox’ case linked to Washington
QUESTION OF THE DAY
MyNorthwest News
The Letter podcast debuts 2nd season on 1982 murders of 2 fathers
Season 2 of the podcast highlights generational questions about trauma and forgiveness stemming from the 1982 murders of two young fathers.
Google workers protesting company over $1.2 billion contract with Israel
The protest, made up of tech workers, is calling for Google to end work on Project Nimbus -- a cloud computing project for the Israeli government.
67 underfed dogs found on Mason County property leads to owner's arrest
A Mason County woman was placed under arrest on animal cruelty charges after a neighbor reported her dogs looked malnourished and underfed.
Son of former Seattle Mayor McGinn pleads not guilty to child pornography charges
Jack McGinn -- son of former Seattle Mayor Mike McGinn -- has been charged with two felony counts related to child pornography.
Supreme Court allows Idaho to enforce its ban on gender-affirming care for transgender youth
The Supreme Court is allowing Idaho to enforce its ban on gender-affirming care for transgender youth while lawsuits over the law proceed.
Washington rescue dogs graduate as skilled K9s
Jails in Washington are getting some four-legged help rooting out fentanyl and other potentially deadly drugs.
SeattleSports.com
Salk: The perfect fit for Seahawks in draft isn’t who you think
O-line, defensive tackle and QB all make sense for the Seattle Seahawks to draft at No. 16. So why is Mike Salk all-in on edge Jared Verse?
Gilbert dominant in Seattle Mariners’ 3-1 win over Reds
Logan Gilbert pitched 6 2/3 strong innings, Julio Rodríguez made two defensive gems and the Seattle Mariners beat the Reds for their first series win.
WATCH: Julio Rodríguez makes great catch, throws out MLB speedster
Julio Rodríguez saved multiple runs with two defensive gems in the seventh inning of Tuesday's game against the Cincinnati Reds, including throwing out one of MLB's fastest runners.
Connor scores twice as Jets hand Seattle Kraken 4-3 loss
The Seattle Kraken's losing streak extends to four games in a 4-3 loss to the playoff-bound Winnipeg Jets.
Blowers: The key to Mariners 2B Jorge Polanco’s turnaround
ROOT Sports analyst Mike Blowers shares his thoughts on Seattle Mariners second baseman Jorge Polanco's recent turnaround at the plate.
Why rankings don’t matter for UW’s Odunze, other top WRs
CBS draft analyst Josh Edwards discusses where UW Huskies' Rome Odunze ranks among the top wide receivers in the 2024 NFL Draft.
KIRO Newsradio Opinion
Stine: 'I gave a stranger on the internet money for bras'
My point is random acts of kindness, on the internet or not, keep our society functioning, and it can be for anyone, at any time.
Update: Cold War air raid siren remains in private hands
A vintage magazine ad for the type of Cold War air-raid siren which stood in a Seattle park for more than 70 years, and which now belongs to Binford Metals in Kent. (Public domain)
Mayfield: Love always has a place to go, even in grief
It has been eight years and several days since our son Tommy died. He was just 2 1/2 years old when he passed away.
KTTH Opinion
Rantz: Seattle teacher Ian Golash put on administrative leave, father says
A man who says he's the father of Seattle teacher Ian Golash posted that his son was placed on administrative leave.
Rantz: Democrats fight to keep homeless living in unsafe housing, claim 'science' of drug contamination isn't settled
Snohomish County Democrats are standing in the way of drug contamination testing for homeless housing. Their reasons are nonsensical.
Rantz: Homeless addicts the real reason for Seattle Public Library closures
What's really behind the Seattle Public Library closures? Homeless drug addicts causing security issues. But media blames "staffing."
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MyNorthwest Traffic
I-5 repair work to slow spring breakers, baseball fans this weekend
Beginning Friday night, three lanes of I-5 north between Albro Place and the West Seattle Bridge through Monday morning at 5 a.m.
Has your insurance gone up? Rates can take a hike for distracted drivers
April is Distracted Drivers Awareness Month. The President of NW Insurance Council says it has been working on prevention for years.
It's not the whole enchilada, but light rail to roll on Eastside this month
Light rail service on the Eastside begins later this month. The eight stations are ready to roll. Test trains are running on the tracks.
MyNorthwest Weather
This week's weather: April showers to bring May flowers
Perhaps these additional April showers will bring May flowers as the days continue to get longer. Monday will mark the year’s first 8 p.m. sunset.
Total solar eclipse wows North America. Clouds part just in time for most
MESQUITE, Texas (AP) — A chilly, midday darkness fell across North America on Monday as a total solar eclipse raced across the continent, thrilling those lucky enough to behold the spectacle through clear skies. Street lights blinked on and the planets came into view, as the moon shrouded the sun for a few minutes across […]
Week in weather: Solar eclipse passes; water supply a concern with low snowpack
This week leads off with a rare partial solar eclipse in Washington, with temperatures warming up mid-week.
MyNorthwest Politics
Son of former Seattle Mayor McGinn pleads not guilty to child pornography charges
Jack McGinn -- son of former Seattle Mayor Mike McGinn -- has been charged with two felony counts related to child pornography.
A study in contrasts: Costco vs. Boeing
A recent poll conducted by DMH Research sheds light on how we perceive major companies like Amazon, Starbucks and Microsoft.
Washington official dismisses concerns Joe Biden may be left off election ballot
The Washington Secretary of State's office is brushing off concerns President Joe Biden won't be on the state's general election ballot.
MyNorthwest Lifestyle
From mill town to top-ranked living destination: Washington city stands out
Once a mill town, Camas, Washington, has earned accolades as one of the premier places to reside in the United States.
Weekend revelry roundup: Spring fairs, bar hops and plant sales
There are lots of cool things to do in the great Seattle area this weekend. We have a great list of events.
Is living in the moment causing debt? Tips to curb 'funflation'
Just as Americans are getting into spring break and ready to revel in summer activities comes a warning about going into debt.
MyNorthwest History
Update: Cold War air raid siren remains in private hands
A vintage magazine ad for the type of Cold War air-raid siren which stood in a Seattle park for more than 70 years, and which now belongs to Binford Metals in Kent. (Public domain)
Local TV legend "Brakeman Bill" McLain passes away at age 96
Brakeman Bill McLain, longtime beloved kids' TV show host, has passed away, according to a message from his family posted on social media.
City of Seattle sends Cold War artifact to the dump
A Cold War tower and siren disappeared from its perch in a park in North Seattle last month. People want to know where they went.
National News
Maui Fire Department report on deadly wildfire details need for more equipment and mutual aid plans
HONOLULU (AP) — When wildfires broke out across Maui last August, some firefighters carried victims piggyback over downed power lines to safety and sheltered survivors inside their engines. Another drove a moped into a burning neighborhood again and again, whisking people away from danger one at a time. But despite devoting nearly all the personnel […]
Senate to convene Mayorkas impeachment trial as Democrats plot quick dismissal
WASHINGTON (AP) — Senate Democrats could end the impeachment trial of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas on Wednesday before arguments even begin. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer is expected to call votes to dismiss two articles of impeachment against Mayorkas after senators are sworn in as jurors midday, a move that could scuttle the trial […]
Bob Graham, ex-US senator and Florida governor, dies at 87
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — Former Florida Sen. Bob Graham, who chaired the Intelligence Committee following the 2001 terrorist attacks and opposed the Iraq invasion, has died. He was 87. His family announced the death Tuesday in a statement posted on X by his daughter Gwen Graham. Graham served three terms in the Senate and two […]
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Salk: A local credit union inspiring its community
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