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‘Gee and Ursula’: Bonney Lake mayor search reveals ‘tea’ on candidate
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Harrell’s office announces Seattle preschool slots for thousands of kids
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Rantz: Activists to harass cops with Seattle Police complaint campaign
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Catch the UW cherry blossoms before they’re gone
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How parents can help prevent children from falling victim to online sex crimes
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Pierce County Corrections chief at odds with the employee guild
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MyNorthwest News
Seattle man arrested for 14 counts of indecent exposure, most near schools
A 34-year-old man was arrested by Seattle police (SPD) in connection to 14 counts of indecent exposure near Lake Forest Park.
Federal Way Police say two shootings are related
Police believe two shootings in Federal Way are related.
I-5 open after person ran around 'throwing traffic barrels' on highway
Interstate 5 (I-5) opens after an incident involving a person running around forced multiple lanes to close just south of Madison Street.
'It was really scary': North Bend cougar victim shares story of survival
Avid cyclist Keri Bergere relived the moment last month when she was attacked by a cougar and became a victim.
Seattle area average energy prices: Gasoline, utility gas prices dip, electricity rises
Looking at energy prices, gasoline in the Seattle area in February fell, while households pay more for electricity, federal numbers report.
2 bodies recovered near Eagle Falls after men fell and went missing
Snohomish County rescuers recovered the bodies from the Skykomish River at Eagle Falls Sunday. The men went missing Saturday.
SeattleSports.com
Video: Should there be a Quarterback competition on the Seattle Seahawks roster?
With Geno Smith and Sam Howell, should there be a Quarterback competition on the Seattle Seahawks roster? Should it be Geno’s job until he loses it or should they put it up for grabs at the start of camp? Bob Stelton and ESPN’s Brady Henderson discussed that and what it means for this franchise moving […]
Seahawks add Tremayne Anchrum Jr to O-line in free agency
The Seattle Seahawks have made guard Tremayne Anchrum Jr. their third signing to the offensive line in free agency.
What could unlock Mariners’ Dominic Canzone for a breakout in ’24
Dominic Canzone has been one of the best hitters for the Seattle Mariners this spring. Jerry Dipoto talked to Wyman and Bob about his ceiling.
Mariners Notebook: Opening day starter set, plus a pitch clock wrinkle
Shannon Drayer details the makeup of the Seattle Mariners' planned 2024 starting rotation and opening day starter, plus much more from Arizona.
Video: Former Seattle Mariners catcher Dan Wilson LIVE from M’s Spring Training
What did Former Seattle Mariners catcher Dan Wilson have to say about his experiences at Spring Training so far? What was one of the most memorable moments in his career? He joined Dave Wyman and Bob Stelton LIVE from M’s Spring Training to talk about that and much more. What does he want to see […]
WSU Cougars women’s hoops a top seed in new WBIT tournament
Penn State, James Madison, Villanova and WSU will play in the inaugural Women’s Basketball Invitational Tournament as the No. 1 seeds after just missing the NCAAs.
KIRO Newsradio Opinion
Ross: As cars release driving data to insurance, is your driving my business?
Every move you make, every swerve you take, every lane change you fake – someone’s watching you. Do drivers have a right to keep driving data private?
Medved: 'People didn't really know (or care) there was a primary'
Medved believes that people are unhappy with their choices during this presidential cycle.
Mayfield: Including LGBTQ+ people in curriculum benefits all students
Washington lawmakers have moved to include LGBTQ+ histories, perspectives and contributions to teaching requirements in our state.
KTTH Opinion
Rantz: It's time for Washington to worry about Boeing surviving
Boeing controversy after controversy, plus bad press, threatens the company's future. Washington should be very worried right now.
Rantz: Trump 'bloodbath' controversy is the latest media invention
When President Donald Trump used the term "bloodbath," the media became unhinged. He wasn't talking about violence, but the auto industry.
Rantz: Officer suing Seattle police for gender discrimination accused of gender bias
Seattle police officers said Captain Deanna Nollette, who sued the department for gender bias, is "notorious" for mistreating female officers.
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MyNorthwest Traffic
Sullivan: Lane sweeping is all too common and needs to stop
This is called lane sweeping and let me be crystal clear -- what that driver did to me is 100% illegal for multiple reasons.
Weekend road work: The bridges working against traffic flow
The Nisqually River Bridge is set to get its annual cleaning this weekend.
Expanded SR 520 tolling going down to wire in Olympia
Do you want funding for 520 or do you want lower gas prices? That's what the campaign against the citizen's initiative is expected to be.
MyNorthwest Weather
Monday, Tuesday are Seattle's last 60+ degree days in March
The sunshine and unseasonably warm temperatures will continue Monday and extend into Tuesday as the spring equinox arrives shortly after 8 p.m.
Ides of March brings Western Washington the best weather of the year
The weather is going to feel like spring has sprung. Temperatures will be the warmest experienced since mid-October last year.
7 p.m. sunsets start this weekend, but at a price
After 19 weeks on Pacific Standard Time (PST), this Sunday, March 10, we return to Daylight Saving Time.
MyNorthwest Politics
Putin extends rule in preordained Russian election after harshest crackdown since Soviet era
With nearly all the precincts counted Monday, election officials said Putin had secured a record number of votes.
After 30 years, ex-state House speaker Frank Chopp won't seek reelection
Former state House Speaker Rep. Frank Chopp said Wednesday he won't seek reelection after a 30-year run serving in the Washington State Legislature.
Washington State Bar Association OKs far lower caseloads for public defenders
The Bar approved the limits in an effort to stop the lawyers from quitting and to make sure they have enough time to represent each client.
MyNorthwest Lifestyle
'I didn't even feel it': John Curley shares astonishing story of local winner
The "I-1THIS" license plate is more than creative, it comes with a story of triumph. John Curley told the story who won the winning plate.
Weekend revelry roundup: Sunshine, St. Patrick's Day, Seattle Reign
The sun is OUT, the temperatures are UP. A really good weekend is shaping up in the region. MoPOP is celebrating a new exhibit.
Angela Poe Russell: Russell Wilson and Ciara’s Oscar Party photo just what our culture needs
An Oscar photo of Russell Wilson and his wife Ciara at an after party really struck me as different.
MyNorthwest History
Supporters of historic Sumner Ryan House get legal boost
A grassroots group working to save the historic Ryan House on Main Street in Sumner scored a legal victory Wednesday.
'Seattle Vintage' Facebook page taken over by hackers
A Facebook group run by local volunteers and meant for sharing images and stories about Seattle area history has been taken over by hackers.
Pacific Science Center making temporary changes to historic reflecting pool
When Science Center staff made their presentation to the Seattle Landmarks Preservation Board (LPB), they said the shallow pools are leaking badly and need a minimum investment of $17 million to repair.
National News
Oregon man found guilty of murder in 1980 cold case of college student after DNA link
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — A man living in the suburbs of Portland, Oregon, has been found guilty in the 1980 cold case murder of a 19-year-old college student. Multnomah County Circuit Judge Amy Baggio on Friday found Robert Plympton, 60, guilty of first-degree murder in the death of Barbara Mae Tucker, the Multnomah County District […]
Discrimination lawsuit brought by transgender athlete sent back to Minnesota trial court
A Minnesota appeals court has sent the lawsuit brought by a transgender athlete back to a trial court to determine whether she was illegally denied entry into women’s competitions because of her gender identity. JayCee Cooper, a transgender woman, sued USA Powerlifting in 2021 after the organization denied her 2018 request for participation. She alleged […]
Cleanup continues in Ohio following tornados, severe weather that killed 3
LAKEVIEW, Ohio (AP) — The three people killed when several tornados roared through Ohio last week all died from storm-related injuries, authorities announced Monday. Darla Williams, 70, and Marilyn Snapp, 81, both lived in the Geiger Mobile Home Park in Lakeview, while Neal Longfellow, 69, lived in nearby Orchard Island. The two communities were among […]
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