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Ways to deal with Seattle grocery store sticker shock
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Infamous ‘Belltown Hellcat’ social media influencer charged with reckless driving
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KIRO Newsradio anchors receive Gracie Awards for outstanding work
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Mayfield: Despite what you’ve heard, the new Seattle city council isn’t failing…yet
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Search for shooter continues after woman shot dead while driving in Spanaway
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Nintendo to lay off 86 Redmond employees this spring
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MyNorthwest News
4-year-old Everett boy missing, police worried he's in danger
Police and Search and Rescue crews are looking for a missing four-year-old boy they suspect could be in danger.
Lottery jackpots update: Powerball prize jumps again after $1.1B Mega Millions win
A lottery jackpots update: The Powerball prize reached an estimated $935 million ahead of Saturday night's drawing.
King County's plan to close youth detention center met with fierce backlash
The King County Law and Justice Committee received a final report on Executive Dow Constantine's plan to close a youth detention center.
Authorities identify 2 bodies recovered at site of Baltimore bridge collapse
A major bridge in Baltimore snapped and collapsed after a container ship rammed into it early Tuesday, and several vehicles fell into the river below.
Lou Whittaker, among the most famous American mountaineers, has died at age 95
Lou Whittaker, a legendary American mountaineer who helped lead ascents of Mount Everest, K2 and Denali, has died at age 95.
Former Sen. Joe Lieberman, Democrats’ VP pick in 2000, dead at 82
Former U.S. Sen. Joe Lieberman of Connecticut, who nearly won the vice presidency on the Democratic ticket with Al Gore in 2000, has died.
SeattleSports.com
See the first Mariners lineup of 2024 for opening day vs Red Sox
The Seattle Mariners' batting order for opening day of the 2024 MLB season against Boston showcases an improved amount of length.
Top 10: Who are the best baseball movie actors of all-time?
To determine the top 10 actors of baseball movie history, we limit the list to those who acted in as least two baseball movies.
Video: Nelson Cruz reflects on his time with the Seattle Mariners on Brock & Salk
‘The Boomstick’ Nelson Cruz joined the Brock & Salk Show on Seattle Sports before throwing out the ceremonial first pitch at the Seattle Mariners 2024 season opener at T-Mobile Park. Cruz discussed his time with the Mariners, what retirement is like, and whether or not he would bring out the boomstick one more time before […]
Seattle Mariners announce opening day 26-man roster
The Seattle Mariners have announced their 26-man roster for opening day of the 2024 season as well as players starting on the IL.
Mariners’ young core, now veterans, fueled by last year’s letdown
Falling back can be a part of growing up, and for the once young core of the Seattle Mariners, it is now part of their DNA.
Salk: Scars remain as Mariners return, but hope isn’t far away
As the Seattle Mariners return for 2024, Seattle Sports' Mike Salk writes about seasons, scars, frustration, hope and baseball.
KIRO Newsradio Opinion
Angela Poe Russell: Diddy's sex trafficking allegations bring up complex issue
The raid on Sean "Diddy" Combs' home related to trafficking happened four months after his ex Cassie Ventura, filed a lawsuit against him.
Jack and Spike: A Baltimorean's view on the Key Bridge collapse
It's a major catastrophe over 3,000 miles away but to one member of The Jack & Spike Show, the Key Bridge collapse hit close to home.
Stine: Small, silly, specific, highly personal goals are needed in this life
Human beings need goals. Small, silly, specific, highly personal goals that are only for their own enjoyment.
KTTH Opinion
Rantz: Sheriff's office asked legality of hunting Sasquatch in Stevens County
A Sasquatch hunter had an interesting question for the Stevens County sheriff. Is it legal to hunt Sasquatch?
Rantz: 'Racist' Spokane elementary school's 'slaves and hobos' ignites controversy
After a teacher told students they could dress as "slaves and hobos" for an event, the Spokane NAACP cried foul.
Rantz: You're being lied to about permanent supportive housing in Redmond
Redmond residents rightly push back against permanent supportive housing as a solution for the homeless, as Seattle media get in the way.
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MyNorthwest Traffic
Late night I-5 closures coming up this week as WSDOT works on new tunnel
Contractors WSDOT are prepping for work on the new Veterans Drive Tunnel beneath I-5, adjacent to State Route 516.
South Sound travelers may opt for transit after major service change
It's been seven years since Pierce Transit announced a major service change. The change means more access to Tacoma and the region.
Sullivan: Driving with headphones, windshield obstructions in Washington
It's another episode of "rules of the road," I'm tackling two driving questions: Using headphones or windshield obstructions while driving.
MyNorthwest Weather
Time for Washington to remove studded tires ahead of March 31 deadline
WSDOT said studded tires damage pavement on roads, costing taxpayers additional road repair and maintenance costs.
5.7 magnitude earthquake strikes Oregon coast
A series of small earthquakes struck off the Oregon coast Tuesday evening.
Rain expected Tues. through Thurs., wet conditions for Mariners' opening day
With the ongoing wet weather on Thursday, the stadium roof will likely be closed, but drier conditions are expected for the rest of the four-game series.
MyNorthwest Politics
King County's plan to close youth detention center met with fierce backlash
The King County Law and Justice Committee received a final report on Executive Dow Constantine's plan to close a youth detention center.
Drones will be used to combat graffiti after Inslee signed new bill
State transportation officials have been authorized to use drones to address graffiti vandalism after Gov. Jay Inslee signed House Bill 1989 into law.
Pierce County: Sheriff Ed Troyer is not running for reelection
Pierce County Sheriff Ed Troyer will not seek re-election, the sheriff's department confirmed.
MyNorthwest Lifestyle
Paul Holden: Opening Day reminds us why we love baseball so much
I spoke with baseball writer Joe Posnanski ahead of Opening Day and asked one simple question: Why do we love baseball?
Lottery jackpots update: Powerball prize jumps again after $1.1B Mega Millions win
A lottery jackpots update: The Powerball prize reached an estimated $935 million ahead of Saturday night's drawing.
Luxury tiny homes creating a stir in Washington home market
A new trend is emerging in Washington: luxury tiny homes.
MyNorthwest History
Historical commission hits pause on razing Everett's Clark Park gazebo
At a meeting, the Everett Historical Commission once again weighed a request from the city for permission to demolish a historic gazebo.
Local history buffs beat hackers and regain control of Seattle Vintage
The popular local history Facebook group Seattle Vintage was hacked and taken over by malicious actors two weeks ago.
Baltimore bridge collapse reminds Washingtonians of past disasters
A container ship rammed into the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore early Tuesday, causing the bridge to crumble into the river below.
National News
Older Florida couple found slain in their home; police believe killer stole their car
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — Florida police are seeking the public’s help in finding a car stolen from an older couple who were found shot to death in their home. Fort Lauderdale Police on Thursday reissued an all-points bulletin for a red 2014 Ford Fusion that belonged to Major Melvin, 89, and his 87-year-old wife, […]
For-profit school accused of preying on Black students reaches $28.5 million settlement
A for-profit college accused of targeting women and Black students with false advertising about how long it would take to complete a degree, then extracting millions of dollars in extra tuition payments, agreed to a $28.5 million settlement announced Thursday. The class-action lawsuit alleged that Walden University generated millions of dollars in excess tuition and […]
Michigan GOP lawmaker claims that buses carrying March Madness teams are 'illegal invaders'
FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich. (AP) — A right-wing Michigan state lawmaker who has been tied to former President Donald Trump and his election denials is being widely criticized after making claims that buses carrying college athletes to Detroit for March Madness were immigrant “invaders” being shuttled into the city illegally. Michigan state House Rep. Matt Maddock […]
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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.
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