THE LATEST
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Suspect in 2021 Des Moines triple murder convicted of eight felony charges
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Ross: Gov. Kristi Noem’s new book includes alleged meetings with dictators, dead dogs
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Downed powerlines cause street closure on Aurora Ave North
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Rooftop party in Seattle ends with a person shot multiple times
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Boeing locks out private firefighters in Seattle over pay dispute with strike looming
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Gig Harbor Police: 15-year-old skateboarder hit by car on purpose
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MyNorthwest News
Deputies search for fatal hit-and-run suspect after 'beloved' White Center resident was killed
King County Sheriff’s detectives are currently tracking down a driver who killed a beloved resident in White Center.
Recent utility vandalism impacts residents in Kitsap, King counties
Utility vandalism has impacted residents in at least three Washington counties. The crimes have affected consumers' internet access and more.
Rising costs: Seattleites may have to pay $41 per month for transportation levy
Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell unveiled an updated transportation levy proposal that would cost residents $41 per month.
Alleged Port Angeles bank robbery results in officers shooting suspect
Two Port Angeles Police Department officers shot and killed an alleged robbery suspect brandishing a gun outside a bank Friday morning.
From baseball games to assault, safety concerns grow at Rainier Playfields
Hundreds of people gather at the Rainier Playfields to enjoy the sun, however, over the years parents have had to deal with safety issues.
Exclusive: Edmonds investigating its police chief for firing her service weapon
The City of Edmonds has launched an investigation into its police chief after she allegedly discharged her service weapon in her car.
SeattleSports.com
MLB Insider: Mariners’ Logan Gilbert on track to win a Cy Young
Former longtime MLB catcher A.J. Pierzynski shared why he thinks a Cy Young Award is in the future for Seattle Mariners right-hander Logan Gilbert.
Seahawks make some room under salary cap, per report
According to Over The Cap, cornerback Michael Jackson and the Seattle Seahawks agreed to a new contract that was filed Monday with the NFL.
How Mariners’ Cal Raleigh impresses former MLB catcher
Former longtime MLB catcher A.J. Pierzynski thinks Seattle Mariners backstop Cal Raleigh is among the best catchers in the league.
Video: AJ Pierzynski on Seattle Mariners P Logan Gilbert’s chances to win a Cy Young Award
Why does AJ Pierzynski think that Seattle Mariners P Logan Gilbert has a chance to win a Cy Young Award if he stays healthy? Besides health, what is the biggest factor in that potential success? He joined Brock Huard and Ryan Rowland-Smith to talk about that and just how important Cal Raleigh is to this […]
Why top pick Murphy was the talk of Seahawks rookie minicamp
It's no surprise No. 16 overall pick Byron Murphy II turned heads at Seattle Seahawks rookie minicamp. But what was the reason? Brock Huard explains.
Drayer: Mariners’ 3B platoon has taken off, and earned more action
The Seattle Mariners' third base combination of Josh Rojas and Luis Urías has been among the best in the AL, and one half was glad to play in the outfield to get them both in the lineup.
KIRO Newsradio Opinion
Spike: Walmart can't take a loss to provide affordable health care options to workers?
Recently, Walmart announced that they start closing down all 51 healthcare and telehealth facilities across multiple states.
Ursula: The outside investigation of SPD can't come soon enough
An outside investigation of SPD is desperately needed to address what many within the department have described as a "good ol' boys" culture.
Ross: We built it, and they had better come
About 17,500 people attended the opening of the Eastside light rail line. It shows a curiosity about getting to Redmond without driving there.
KTTH Opinion
Rantz: UW Seattle students create autonomous 'Liberated Zone' with library, medic tent, no free speech rights
UW Seattle students set up an autonomous Liberated Zone for a "Free Palestine." It features a library, but no free speech rights.
Rantz Exclusive: Seattle mayor establishing emphasis area, will jail suspects in Issaquah, at SCORE
Mayor Bruce Harrell is establishing an emphasis area covering a 40 block radius downtown. The plan promises suspects will actually face jail.
Rantz: Governor Inslee speaks gibberish, claims EV school buses quiets kids, make them 'mature'
Governor Jay Inslee is fascinated with EVs. But his desperate push led to some weird comments about EV school buses.
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MyNorthwest Traffic
Four-month closure just weeks away for Snohomish River Bridge in Everett
Ninety-seven winters have taken their toll on the Snohomish River Bridge in Everett. It's time to shut it down for some much-needed repairs.
Sullivan: Rest area blues and its dire situation on the I-5 corridor
87% of the buildings at the state's rest areas were rated in critical condition, and it's expected to cost between $375-525 million to renovate them.
It's not science fiction: A drone that removes graffiti has arrived
WSDOT says the idea is a drone used this way "makes quick work of painting over graffiti on tall retaining walls, bridges and overpasses."
MyNorthwest Weather
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.
Southern California has received more rain than Western Washington
In Southern California, Los Angeles recorded 18.8 inches – 5.9 more inches than Western Washington, according to SEA.
MyNorthwest Politics
Rising costs: Seattleites may have to pay $41 per month for transportation levy
Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell unveiled an updated transportation levy proposal that would cost residents $41 per month.
Exclusive: Edmonds investigating its police chief for firing her service weapon
The City of Edmonds has launched an investigation into its police chief after she allegedly discharged her service weapon in her car.
Harger: White House Press' 'Nerd Prom' is a bad look
This dinner -- affectionately nicknamed "Nerd Prom" -- is a terrible idea and does a disservice to those of us working in local newsrooms.
MyNorthwest Lifestyle
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.
Evasive missing zebra mare recovered in North Bend, is safe
A zebra mare that had been missing and on the loose in the woods since escaping a transport truck Sunday has been caught and she is safe.
Weekend revelry roundup: Star Wars, Cinco De Mayo, boat races and more!
The weekend is almost here and you know what? You've earned a couple of days off. Enjoy it with light sabers, comic books, races and more!
MyNorthwest History
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.
Darth Vader, Ban Roll-On, Sinking Ship and other Seattle building nicknames
They rarely make it onto maps or on the fancy signage out front, but Seattle has its fair share of buildings with well-known nicknames.
National News
Man confesses to killing hospitalized wife because he couldn't afford to care for her, police say
INDEPENDENCE, Mo. (AP) — A Kansas City-area man who’s charged with killing his hospitalized wife told police he couldn’t take care of her or afford her medical bills, court records say. Ronnie Wiggs made his first appearance Monday on a second-degree murder charge and was referred to the public defender’s office. A hearing was set […]
An American soldier was arrested in Russia and accused of stealing, US officials say
WASHINGTON (AP) — An American soldier has been arrested in Russia and accused of stealing, according to two U.S. officials. The soldier, who is not being identified, was stationed in South Korea and was in the process of returning home to the United States. Instead, he traveled to Russia. According to the officials, the soldier […]
Fallen US Marshal is memorialized by Attorney General Garland, family and others
When met with condolences about the death of her husband — Thomas Weeks Jr., a Deputy U.S. Marshal killed in Charlotte last week — Kelly Weeks asked instead how she could help the U.S. Marshals Service, U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland said at a Monday memorial for the officer. In her eulogy, Weeks’ wife said […]
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Discover MoPOP's new exhibit: 'Massive: The Power of Pop Culture'
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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.