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Rantz: You’re not falling into a trap while watching the news on antisemitic campus protests
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WWU student employees authorize strike as negotiations continue
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Opera known for catchy music, humor shines in Seattle
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Exclusive: Grassroots preservation campaign saves Parkland School
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Mayfield: Washington lawmakers must fix broken school funding system
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Weekend revelry roundup: Sunshine, flowers, Mother’s Day awaits
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MyNorthwest News
Silver coins are another item you can add to your Costco list
Large packages of eggs, milk, bread are common items available at Costco, but now the wholesale retail giant is offering something a little more shiny: silver coins.
Washington one step closer toward $1.2B to broaden internet reach
The U.S. Department of Commerce has approved an initial proposal from Washington to gain access to funding to expand high-speed internet.
KIRO host John Curley receiving 2024 Humanitarian of the Year Award
John Curley, co-host of "The John and Jake Show," was named the 2024 recipient of the Sharon L. Harrison Memorial Award for Outstanding Community Service.
Rare 1890 Enrico Marchetti cello worth about $250,000 stolen in Seattle
Seattle police are searching for any information linked to a stolen rare cello. The instrument was last seen on May 4.
Washington AG Ferguson investigating Catholic Church for alleged child sex abuse
Washington State Attorney General Bob Ferguson announced his office is investigating the Catholic Church for alleged child sex abuse.
Seattle Public Schools' budget in disarray, could close 20 elementary schools
Seattle Public Schools (SPS) is facing several grim decisions now that the district's budget deficit has reached more than $100 million.
SeattleSports.com
Moore’s career-high 5 RBIs power Mariners past A’s 8-1
Dylan Moore homers and has five RBI, Bryan Woo exits early in his season debut and the Seattle Mariners beat the Oakland Athletics 8-1.
Brock: The Seahawks primed to make sophomore jump
Ex-Seattle Seahawks QB Brock Huard highlights four players who could break out and make a sophomore jump in 2024.
Mariners injury update: Matt Brash has Tommy John surgery
Seattle Mariners relief pitcher Matt Brash is out for the rest of the 2024 season after undergoing Tommy John Surgery on his right elbow.
Insider: Mariners need to add bats, will have to make ‘painful’ trade
Former GM Jim Bowden said the Seattle Mariners need to aggressively pursue trades for hitters so that they don't waste their elite pitching.
Analyst: How Seahawks made ‘smart decisions’ in NFL Draft
CBS Sports draft analyst Josh Edwards joins Seattle Sports' Wyman and Bob to discuss the Seattle Seahawks' 2024 draft class.
Video: What should the Year 2 expectations for Seahawks WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba be?
What should the Year 2 expectations for Seahawks WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba be? Is it time for him to take the next step in his NFL career and get closer to becoming a true #1 WR? Mike Salk and Gee Scott discussed that and what “success” would look like next season for him? Does he have […]
KIRO Newsradio Opinion
Paul Holden: Washington has the right idea when it comes to sports betting
Recently, I was in a state where sports gambling was legal. However, I realized Washington had the right idea when it comes to sports betting.
Angela Poe Russell: Don’t fall for this trap when watching the news
While watching news of the protests on college campuses, one segment caught my attention -- an anchor using a study to stir up a culture war.
Ross: Gov. Kristi Noem's new book includes alleged meetings with dictators, dead dogs
Did South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem meet with North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un as she claims in her new book?
KTTH Opinion
Rantz: Tacoma business owner has box truck stolen twice in under three days
A Tacoma business owner became a theft victim twice in under three days after his box truck and tools were stolen.
Rantz: Seattle homeless are about to disappear!
Visit Seattle this weekend and you'll see downtown cleaned up. Why? President Joe Biden is in town to bilk the wealthy of campaign dollars.
Rantz exclusive: UW professor assaulted at autonomous Liberated Zone as admin keeps cops away
A professor was assaulted at the University of Washington (UW) Liberated Zone. Administration, however, refuses to act.
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MyNorthwest Traffic
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.
Sullivan: Has tagging met its match with WSDOT's 'graffiti-battling' drone?
Taggers, you are on notice. The state of Washington is coming after you with a high-tech gadget: The world's first graffiti-battling drone.
MyNorthwest Weather
Buehner: Seattle's first 80-degree days are fast approaching
While last weekend was cool and soggy at times, the region's weather is set to have its first collection of 80-degree days.
Much needed rain coming to Western Washington this weekend
The warm sunshine in Western Washington is going to take some time off this weekend. A Pacific frontal system is expected to bring rainfall.
Buehner: May weather to bring sunshine, boating season
April showers will hang on through the final days of the month before giving way to sunshine on May 1 to kick off boating season.
MyNorthwest Politics
Biden says US won’t supply weapons for Israel to attack Rafah, in warning to ally
President Joe Biden said that he would not supply offensive weapons that Israel could use to launch an all-out assault on Rafah.
Rep. Caldier being investigated, again, after revealing redacted witnesses' names
Rep. Michelle Caldier, R-Gig Harbor, publicly identified three people interviewed for an investigation to reporters last December.
Angela Poe Russell: Don’t fall for this trap when watching the news
While watching news of the protests on college campuses, one segment caught my attention -- an anchor using a study to stir up a culture war.
MyNorthwest Lifestyle
Lily Gladstone, other stars attend Met Gala as record breaking amount raised
Woodland nymphs, floral fairies and pompous princes walked the Met Gala carpet. The theme was "Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion."
Russell Wilson, Ciara's $24.9M Bellevue mansion offer still pending
Former Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson and singer Ciara are selling their illustrious Bellevue mansion and -- it has an offer.
Zebra 'sightings': Social media users embrace 'Z' with memes and jokes
The search for "Z" who got loose Sunday and remains missing has captivated so many people. That has translated to zebra memes and jokes.
MyNorthwest History
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.
Vatican decides in favor of Tacoma’s Holy Rosary Church
The Vatican has reportedly found in favor of a community group working to save the Tacoma Holy Rosary Catholic Church from the wrecking ball.
National News
Trump trial turns to sex, bank accounts and power: Highlights from the third week of testimony
WASHINGTON (AP) — The alleged sexual encounter at the center of Donald Trump’s criminal hush money trial got a graphic airing in court this past week as porn actor Stormy Daniels shared her account before a rapt jury. Daniels’ testimony about her time with Trump was by far the most awaited moment of the trial, […]
Somalia wants to terminate the UN political mission assisting peace efforts in the country
UNITED NATIONS (AP) — Somalia is asking the United Nations to terminate its political mission in the country, which has been assisting the government to bring peace and stability in the face of attacks by the al-Qaida-linked extremist group al-Shabab. In a letter to the Security Council and Secretary-General Antonio Guterres obtained Friday by The […]
WWII soldiers posthumously receive Purple Heart medals 79 years after fatal plane crash
PEARL HARBOR, Hawaii (AP) — The families of five Hawaii men who served in a unit of Japanese-language linguists during World War II received posthumous Purple Heart medals on behalf of their loved ones on Friday, nearly eight decades after the soldiers died in a plane crash in the final days of the conflict. “I […]
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Seattle Storm celebrates 25 years with 3's for Treehouse
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Saving Great Animals, along with Carter Subaru, outlined valuable tips to ensure four-legged family members are secure during car rides.
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