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'A nice little life': Jake and Spike map out apocalypse plans after study reveals country most likely to survive
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Mother and baby missing for a week from Okanogan County
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Tukwila educators, district reach tentative contract agreement
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WA among 4 states being sued by Trump admin over tuition for immigrant students
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'Ineptitude does not mean it's malfeasance': Gee and Ursula say Seattle mayor recall effort was never going to work
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Area of Parkland being told to evacuate for large fire
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MyNorthwest News
11 years after the strongest summer windstorm on record, a new system heads for western WA
On Saturday, Aug. 29, 2015, the strongest summer windstorm on record swept through western Washington.
5 men indicted for laundering $7.4M stolen from elderly victims through tech support scams in WA
5 men have been indicted for their connections with a nationwide fraud scheme that took funds from elderly victims and sent the money to foreign bank account.
As SPD drops hiring bonuses, Bellevue PD is still waving $30K at officers looking to leave
The Seattle Police Department (SPD) will no longer offer hiring bonuses as of September 1, citing budget concerns.
Teens accused of causing more than $100,000 in damage to vacant Key Peninsula home up for sale
A security check at a vacant home on Key Peninsula led Pierce County deputies to what an “incredibly disturbing” scene.
'I'll be damned if that's the only book': A Gonzaga dad couldn't find a children's book about his university, so he made one
When Jabez LeBret’s young son brought home a children’s book about Notre Dame, the Gonzaga alum had one immediate reaction.
Lodge at St. Edward Park laying off 86 employees for year-long renovation
The Lodge at St. Edwards Park announced it will lay off 86 employees by the end of October, according to a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification.
KIRO Newsradio Opinion
'He's not coming here': Curley explains why famous gas station Buc-ee's is probably never coming to WA
KIRO Newsradio's John Curley has a message for anyone in Washington state hoping to one day pull into a Buc-ee's off the interstate: don't hold your breath.
'Is this union acting in the best interest of students?': Jake raises alarm over Seattle teachers union president's alleged abuse
As Seattle teachers weigh whether to strike, KIRO host Jake Skorheim said he can't stop thinking about the person leading the negotiations.
'It's SHAME': Spike rearranges Great Lakes acronym to sum up Trump's renaming of Lake Ontario
President Donald Trump signed an executive order renaming Lake Ontario as "Lake America."
'I don't trust him': Curley pushes back after Bill Gates calls for AI job protections
Curley responds to Gates' call for AI job protections amid fears of job loss and turbulent times in history.
'Society has failed them': Gee and Ursula say Alderwood Mall guilty plea exposes how easy it is for kids to get guns
The teen who killed 13-year-old Jayda Woods-Johnson with a stray bullet at Alderwood Mall in 2024 pleaded guilty to second-degree murder.
'They're selling smaller bags of dope': Spike warns Meta's two-hour cap still feeds kids the same product
Spike highlights how Meta's settlements may still endanger kids on social media despite the two-hour cap on content.
Seattle Sports
Recap: Seahawks tie 9-9 with Chiefs in preseason finale
Third-string QB Jalen Milroe shined, but Jason Myers missed a 52-yard field goal as time expired.
What stood out from Seahawks’ preseason finale vs Chiefs
Third-string quarterback Jalen Milroe delivered the best preseason performance of his young NFL career.
Cease, 3 homers lead Blue Jays to 8-1 win over Mariners
Dylan Cease struck out eight over six innings, and George Springer went 4 for 4 with one of Toronto's three homers.
Former WSU Cougars football coach Bill Doba reportedly dies at 85
Doba served as WSU Cougars head football coach for five seasons following a tenure as the defensive coordinator during one of the best periods in program history.
Mariners move right-hander Bryce Miller to bullpen
Manager Dan Wilson said the move is on a "short-term basis."
New Seahawks owner Vinod Khosla responds to criticism of his football ties
Vinod Khosla, who heads the incoming new Seattle Seahawks ownership group, has responded to criticism for a comment he made about his history as a football fan.
Seattle Red
Rantz: Democrats used Hasan Piker to win primaries, now they want credit for dumping him
Democrats put Hasan Piker on stage all primary season knowing what he was. Now that he is a general election liability, they want credit for dumping him.
Marie Gluesenkamp Perez mocked for proposal to add pictures to legislation
Washington Congresswoman Marie Gluesenkamp Perez is being derided online for her proposal that we make it easier to add pictures to legislation.
Pro-lifers get win in court as judge narrows previous ruling undermining Idaho abortion law
A federal judge in Idaho has narrowed a previous ruling that undercut many of the state's protections for the rights of the unborn.
New study finds fewer than two-thirds of Bremerton businesses survive five years while Walla Walla quietly outperforms Seattle and Spokane
A new Build Your Store study ranks Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard last in Washington for five-year business survival, while Wenatchee tops all 11 metros.
WA ICE arrests hit new monthly high amid nationwide surge
The state of Washington saw its highest number of monthly ICE arrests in 3 years, as the Trump Administration ramps up deportation efforts nationwide.
Rantz: Seattle teachers selfishly voted to hold 50,000 kids hostage over a strike that state law bans
Seattle's teachers union authorized a strike that state law does not permit. Jason Rantz says children are the leverage, not the reason for the walkout.
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MyNorthwest Traffic
All northbound I-405 lanes reopen near NE 44th Street after early-morning crash
Multiple lanes of northbound I-405 were blocked early Friday morning after a collision occurred early Friday morning.
Sound Transit approves fare gates at 14 light rail stations, eyes up to $83M in new revenue
Sound Transit plans to bring fare gates to up to 14 of its light rail stations — a move that could generate nearly $83 million a year in net revenue.
Overnight closure likely on SR 104 after brush fire spreads to wires in Jefferson County
The westbound direction of SR 104 near Southpoint Road is blocked Thursday due to a brush fire that has spread to telephone wires.
MyNorthwest Weather
11 years after the strongest summer windstorm on record, a new system heads for western WA
On Saturday, Aug. 29, 2015, the strongest summer windstorm on record swept through western Washington.
Rain finally returns for some Friday night, cooler temps
It’s been nearly a month since our last measurable rain, but that dry stretch is finally coming to an end for some of us.
Blood moon, partial eclipse visible tonight in Washington
The best blood moon in North America until 2028 peaks tonight at 9:12 p.m., with 96.2% of the lunar surface passing through Earth's shadow.
MyNorthwest Politics
Tacoma lands $4.6M grant to hire 12 new police officers, with a catch
Tacoma is set to hire a dozen new police officers, three support staff, and a contract psychologist after landing a $4.6 million state grant.
'We received some new information': Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson recall petition withdrawn as couple pursues further charges
The Seattle couple that's behind a recall effort against Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson has withdrawn their petition.
Olympia launching pilot program allowing people to live in their cars
The City of Olympia is launching a pilot program allowing people to live in RVs and other vehicles for up to six months with a permit.
Lifestyle from Premier Media
Kemper Development Co. to Explore Sale of Its Bellevue Collection
Originally published on 425. The Eastside’s iconic and influential Bellevue Collection soon could have a new owner. The Kemper Freeman family, which owns the property through the Kemper Development Co., announced today that it has begun exploring a potential sale. The family said it is in the early stages of the process and plans to […]
How the Northwest is Celebrating Eat Local Month
Originally published on 425. Eat Local Month is returning next month for a fourth year, putting a spotlight on the Washington farms, fishers, and producers that put the food on our plates every day. All September long, farms and restaurants statewide are participating in Eat Local Month’s Get a Taste of Washington State campaign, where […]
BizFair Coming to Pierce College Puyallup Next Month
Originally published on South Sound Business. Registration is open for BizFair, a free resource fair hosted by the Office for Regulatory Innovation and Assistance for current and aspiring small business owners. The year’s event will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sept. 19 at Pierce College Puyallup’s College Center Building. Those interested […]
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
Noncitizen voting claims animate Trump's attacks on midterms and set up potential result challenges
The drumbeat by President Donald Trump and his allies about the perceived threats of voting by people who are not U.S. citizens is getting louder as the November election approaches. He is pushing to have the U.S. Postal Service send mail ballots only to voters verified as U.S. citizens. The Census Bureau promoted a dubious […]
Colorado River plan to cut water amid drought brings uncertainty for cities and farmers
PHOENIX (AP) — On the outskirts of Phoenix, a small town with a huge reliance on the Colorado River has capped growth, revived old wells and struck water deals. But Cave Creek Mayor Robert Morris can’t shake the real possibility that it’s not enough to keep the desert community of about 5,000 people afloat well […]
The Earth is sizzling, but climate isn't a hot topic for Democrats in this year's campaigns
BOSTON (AP) — Climate change has been the backdrop to Charles Hughes’ entire life, from kindergarten lessons about disappearing habitats to wildfire smoke billowing through the air he breathed while growing up in Colorado. But now that he’s a college student in Massachusetts, he said global warming is rarely a top issue. “Honestly, it doesn’t […]
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