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Seahawks WR Cooper Kupp opens new flagship store for family coffee brand in Arkansas
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Burien man arrested for multi-car theft scheme
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5 people killed in suspected DUI head-on crash on SR 2
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Families of Seattle Public Schools students prepare for possible strike
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'Tone deaf, completely': Jake and Spike say cutting SPD's $50K hiring bonus 'does not reflect well for Seattle'
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From ledge to legacy: Stranded climber donates $10,000 to rescue crew
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MyNorthwest News
King County buys Cedar River property for $14M, ending decade-long asphalt plant fight
King County has purchased the Cedar River property at the center of a nearly decade-long fight over a proposed asphalt plant, paying $14 million — $2.7 million below its appraised value — for land that could become a crown jewel of the county's park system.
Rising star vs. comeback queen: Redmond's Kristina Liutova, 16, takes on Olympic Gold Medalist Zheng Qinwen at the US Open
Redmond's Kristina Liutova, 16, continues her long journey to the top of women's tennis Monday when she plays her first main draw match at a Grand Slam tournament at the 2026 US Open.
Ring video shows Amazon driver trying to open front door during late-night delivery
A King County woman said she is cutting out late-night home deliveries after an Amazon driver tried opening her front door.
Seattle police search for man accused of setting fire inside community DIY auto repair shop
Seattle police are asking for the public’s help identifying a man accused of setting a fire inside a Seattle auto repair shop, causing an estimated $250,000 in damage.
Weekend traffic: prepare for delays on I-405 near Kirkland, I-5 near Dupont
Drivers heading out this weekend should prepare for delays as construction projects affect both I-405 in Kirkland and I-5 near DuPont.
Authorities locate mother and baby who had been missing for a week from Okanogan County
A mother and her baby have been missing for a week from Okanogan County.
KIRO Newsradio Opinion
'Almost everything is the exact same': Jake reviews Alaska's copycat Senate race with Dan Sullivan v. Dan Sullivan
Explore Alaska's rare Senate race featuring two Republican candidates, both named Dan Sullivan, in this intriguing political analysis.
'It's a swing and a miss': Gee doubts Ferguson's case for statewide phone ban
Gov. Ferguson advocates for a statewide phone ban in schools, but skepticism remains about its effectiveness and implementation.
'We are the place to come if you're homeless': Curley, KIRO producer spar over Seattle's safety after viral Aurora billboard
A viral billboard near Aurora highlights issues of homelessness and crime in Seattle, stirring conversation among residents and veterans.
'I wish we got more for our money': Jake, Spike dig into what Washingtonians pay in taxes over a lifetime
Jake and Spike analyze how much Washingtonians spend in taxes over a lifetime and where the state ranks nationally.
'A nice little life': Jake and Spike map out apocalypse plans after study reveals country most likely to survive
Discover Jake and Spike's survival plans after a study ranks Australia as the best place to survive a global catastrophe.
'Ineptitude does not mean it's malfeasance': Gee and Ursula say Seattle mayor recall effort was never going to work
The effort to recall Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson hit a wall this week, but the couple behind it said they're not done.
Seattle Sports
4 takeaways from Seahawks’ initial 53-man roster
Here's what stood out, including what the roster revealed about several players' injury timelines.
Reports: Mariners to promote slugging OF Lazaro Montes
Montes will join the team when rosters expand to 28 players on Tuesday, per M's insider Shannon Drayer.
Here’s the Seahawks’ initial 53-man roster for 2026
The Seahawks set their initial 53-man roster for the 2026 season. Here's who made the team.
Aaron Donald ends retirement and returns to Rams
The eight-time All-Pro is returning after 2 1/2 years of retirement to join Myles Garrett on the Rams' defensive line.
Scherzer, Blue Jays blank Mariners 7-0 to sweep series
Scherzer struck out a season-high 10 over seven innings as Toronto held Seattle to one hit.
Seahawks swing trade with Chargers for rookie cornerback
Seattle is reportedly acquiring undrafted rookie cornerback Avery Smith from the Chargers.
Seattle Red
Former Democratic senator admits Seattle leaders hide behind activists instead of governing, says ‘a press release is not a result’
Seattle Chamber CEO Joe Nguyen says elected officials stopped governing and hide behind five words he heard constantly in Olympia, 'That's what the advocates want.'
‘Lots of noise. Lots of headlines. Not much reality.’ Business leader torches the collapsed Katie Wilson recall effort
Sammamish CEO Keith McCall, a frequent critic of Seattle's tax and spending policy, says the withdrawn Katie Wilson recall went too far and the mayor deserves a chance.
Feds force Washington to make striking workers look for jobs to keep unemployment checks
Feds warned Washington its strike unemployment rule broke federal law, and now striking workers must complete weekly job searches to keep collecting benefits.
‘This would include fellow councilmembers’: lawsuit warns Amendment 53 hands Pierce County a way to erase any elected office it dislikes
Three Pierce County voters, including a former Democrat state auditor, sued to void Charter Amendment 53 and stop the early removal of Sheriff Keith Swank.
Man who took signatures from income tax initiative petitioner pleads guilty
A Puyallup man who took signatures from a woman petitioning for Washington's income tax repeal has plead guilty to gross misdemeanors.
The man who beat Seattle at its own game is stepping back, and now Bellevue’s 5.5 million square foot empire is for sale
The Freeman family is exploring a sale of The Bellevue Collection after 80 years, raising questions about who inherits the property that beat Seattle's downtown.
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MyNorthwest Traffic
Weekend traffic: prepare for delays on I-405 near Kirkland, I-5 near Dupont
Drivers heading out this weekend should prepare for delays as construction projects affect both I-405 in Kirkland and I-5 near DuPont.
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.
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.
Storm system headed for western Washington as summer fades
The sun slipped below the horizon at 8 p.m. this week for the first time since mid-April — a sign that our summer days are numbered.
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.
MyNorthwest Politics
King County buys Cedar River property for $14M, ending decade-long asphalt plant fight
King County has purchased the Cedar River property at the center of a nearly decade-long fight over a proposed asphalt plant, paying $14 million — $2.7 million below its appraised value — for land that could become a crown jewel of the county's park system.
WA among 4 states being sued by Trump admin over tuition for immigrant students
Washington is among four states being sued by the Trump administration over in-state college tuition for immigrant students.
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.
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
Kalshi bans ex-Congressman George Santos for life after concluding he likely was insider trading
NEW YORK (AP) — The online prediction market platform Kalshi said Monday that it has permanently banned former U.S. Rep. George Santos after concluding the former Republican congressman likely engaged in insider trading when he bet against his attendance at the State of the Union address. The company announced the ban after saying its compliance […]
Metropolitan Museum of Art cancels planned Met Gala exhibit on fashion designer John Galliano
NEW YORK (AP) — The Metropolitan Museum of Art is canceling its planned Met Gala exhibit centered on John Galliano, the museum and fashion designer said in a joint statement Monday. Galliano was the pinnacle of the fashion world for years before he made a series of antisemitic and racist comments in 2010 and 2011 […]
House Republicans launch investigation into DEA tactic that allowed fentanyl to hit streets
MIAMI (AP) — Republicans on the House Oversight Committee have launched an investigation into a controversial policing tactic that permitted staggering amounts of deadly fentanyl to reach the streets as federal authorities sought to build bigger drug cases. The committee’s chairman, Rep. James Comer, a Republican from Kentucky, sent a letter Monday to Attorney General […]
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