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Heather Bosch

Washington rescue dogs graduate as skilled K9s

Jails in Washington are getting some four-legged help rooting out fentanyl and other potentially deadly drugs.

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Associated Press

Trump's hush money trial gets underway; 1st day ends without any jurors selected

The historic hush money trial of Donald Trump got underway Monday with the arduous process of selecting a jury to hear the case.

Photo: Seattlites bike past Alki beach....

Micki Gamez

Local bike shop wants to keep you moving no matter your income

To reactivate downtown Seattle, Bike Works, a small business in Columbia City, wants to keep the community cycling!

Photo: Kirkland police returned three stolen French bulldogs to their owner....

Julia Dallas

Stolen French bulldogs return to Kirkland owner after harrowing journey

The three French bulldogs were stolen, along with their owner's van, on April 5, according to the Kirkland Police Department.

seattle aquarium scam...

Frank Sumrall

Seattle Aquarium warns guests of nationwide ticket scam

Officials with the Seattle Aquarium are warning guests about a scam going around involving discounted tickets.

highway 99 pipe burst...

Sam Campbell

Tons of water flooding road underneath Highway 99 from burst pipe

A pipe has burst underneath Highway 99 in Seattle’s South Park neighborhood and is spewing tons of water onto the roads.

SeattleSports.com

Seattle Seahawks John Schneider Mike Macdonald...

Cameron Van Til

Latest signing continues a trend in Seahawks’ free agency approach

Former NFL linebacker Dave Wyman weighs in on a trend that's emerged in the Seattle Seahawks' approach to free agency this offseason.

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Seattle Sports Video

Video: Brock Huard’s NFL Draft Profile: Mike Sainristil, Cornerback – Michigan

Today on Brock and Salk, Brock Huard looked at a potential fit for the Seattle Seahawks in the upcoming NFL Draft. Why does Brock think Michigan CB Mike Sainristil might be a defensive fit for the Seahawks? What else could he bring to the defense other than DB -depth? Watch his breakdown of him here […]

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The Associated Press

Final AP Mock NFL Draft: Edge with local tie to Seahawks?

The NFL Draft madness begins early in the final edition of the AP’s 2024 mock draft, and it includes a former UW Husky going to the Seattle Seahawks.

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Stacy Rost

Rost: With Seattle Seahawks’ top pick, expect the unexpected

What are the Seattle Seahawks going to do with the No. 16 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft? Stacy Rost shares her view after an interesting conversation.

Seattle Seahawks Draft Profile...

Zac Hereth

Brock’s Seahawks Draft Profile: A complete safety

Former NFL quarterback Brock Huard breaks down Utah safety Cole Bishop as a potential 2024 NFL Draft pick for the Seattle Seahawks.

Seattle Mariners Mitch Haniger Jorge Polanco...

The Associated Press

Mariners bats break out in 9-3 win over Cincinnati Reds

Jorge Polanco and Mitch Haniger homered, and the Seattle Mariners' slumping offense produced a season high in runs in a 9-3 win over the Reds.

KIRO Newsradio Opinion

In this photo illustration, the Reddit logo is displayed on a cell phone and computer monitor on Fe...

Jack Stine

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.

Image: This is a vintage magazine ad for the type of Cold War air raid siren which stood in a Seatt...

Feliks Banel

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)

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Travis Mayfield

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

Homeless housing drug...

Jason Rantz

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.

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Jason Rantz

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."

Photo: In this photo taken Friday, Feb. 12, 2016, a box of Cosmic Crisp apples is shown at Washingt...

Jason Rantz

Rantz: Let me ruin WSU's 'Name the apple' contest for you

Washington State University wants you coming up with a name for a new apple. You probably think it's cute and fun. Let me ruin it for you.

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MyNorthwest Traffic

revive i-5 seattle...

Nate Connors

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.

Photo: April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month. Washington drivers can face higher insurance ra...

Nate Connors

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.

Signs in the eight light rail stations will provide real-time travel data for trains and destinatio...

Chris Sullivan

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

april showers...

Ted Buehner

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.

solar eclipse...

Associated Press

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 […]

eclipse snowpack...

Ted Buehner

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

Costco vs. Boeing...

Bill Kaczaraba

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.

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Heather Bosch and Steve Coogan

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.

high capacity magazines...

Frank Sumrall

Judge rules Washington's ban on high-capacity magazines is unconstitutional

Washington's ban on high-capacity magazines is unconstitutional, at least according to Cowlitz County Superior Court Judge Gary Bashor.

MyNorthwest Lifestyle

Camas, Washington. (Photo: Money.com)...

Bill Kaczaraba

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.

Cherry blossons...

Paul Holden

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.

Photo: People watch the sunrise, Tuesday, Nov. 23, 2021, in Miami Beach, Fla....

Heather Bosch and Julia Dallas

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

Image: This is a vintage magazine ad for the type of Cold War air raid siren which stood in a Seatt...

Feliks Banel

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)

Brakeman Bill...

Feliks Banel

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.

Northacres Park siren...

Feliks Banel

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

Associated Press

Parts of central US hit by severe storms, while tornadoes strike in Kansas and Iowa

ST. LOUIS (AP) — Strong storms caused damage in parts of the middle U.S. Tuesday and spawned tornadoes in Kansas and Iowa, including one that left two people hurt. An EF-1 tornado touched down shortly after 6 a.m. near the northeastern Kansas town of Richland, the National Weather Service said. The twister reached speeds of […]

Associated Press

Man gets 37-year sentence for kidnapping FBI employee in South Dakota

RAPID CITY, S.D. (AP) — One of three people convicted of carjacking and kidnapping an FBI employee in South Dakota has been sentenced to 37 years in prison. Juan Alvarez-Sorto, 25, was sentenced Friday in federal court, the Rapid City Journal reported. Alvarez-Sorto and Deyvin Morales, 29, were found guilty in January. Alvarez-Sorto also was […]

Associated Press

Michigan attorney general to announce charges in investigation of former top lawmaker

LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Prosecutors plan to announce charges Tuesday in an investigation of the former leader of the Michigan House, the attorney general’s office said. Attorney General Dana Nessel is scheduled to speak to reporters in the state capital at 2 p.m. EDT. An email from Nessel’s office didn’t indicate who is being charged. […]

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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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Salk: A local credit union inspiring its community

In the heart of Kitsap County, a financial institution is making waves not just as a banking entity but as a beacon of community support.