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86 of 114 King County juvenile cases diverted in July — prosecutors say context matters
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13-year-old sells 1-of-1 gold Jimothy rookie card for more than $21K on eBay
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Seahawks WR Cooper Kupp opens new flagship store for family coffee brand in Arkansas
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Burien man arrested for multi-car theft scheme
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5 people killed in suspected DUI head-on crash on SR 2
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Families of Seattle Public Schools students prepare for possible strike
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MyNorthwest News
From ledge to legacy: Stranded climber donates $10,000 to rescue crew
A man stranded on a rocky spire in the Washington Cascades for 18 hours is so thankful to the helicopter crew that saved his life that he donated $10,000 to their rescue organization.
King County buys Cedar River property for $14M, ending decade-long asphalt plant fight
King County has purchased the Cedar River property at the center of a nearly decade-long fight over a proposed asphalt plant, paying $14 million — $2.7 million below its appraised value — for land that could become a crown jewel of the county's park system.
Rising star vs. comeback queen: Redmond's Kristina Liutova, 16, takes on Olympic Gold Medalist Zheng Qinwen at the US Open
Redmond's Kristina Liutova, 16, continues her long journey to the top of women's tennis Monday when she plays her first main draw match at a Grand Slam tournament at the 2026 US Open.
Ring video shows Amazon driver trying to open front door during late-night delivery
A King County woman said she is cutting out late-night home deliveries after an Amazon driver tried opening her front door.
Seattle police search for man accused of setting fire inside community DIY auto repair shop
Seattle police are asking for the public’s help identifying a man accused of setting a fire inside a Seattle auto repair shop, causing an estimated $250,000 in damage.
Weekend traffic: prepare for delays on I-405 near Kirkland, I-5 near Dupont
Drivers heading out this weekend should prepare for delays as construction projects affect both I-405 in Kirkland and I-5 near DuPont.
KIRO Newsradio Opinion
'Tone deaf, completely': Jake and Spike say cutting SPD's $50K hiring bonus 'does not reflect well for Seattle'
The Seattle Police Department will stop offering hiring bonuses, and KIRO hosts Jake and Spike think the timing could not be worse.
'Almost everything is the exact same': Jake reviews Alaska's copycat Senate race with Dan Sullivan v. Dan Sullivan
Explore Alaska's rare Senate race featuring two Republican candidates, both named Dan Sullivan, in this intriguing political analysis.
'It's a swing and a miss': Gee doubts Ferguson's case for statewide phone ban
Gov. Ferguson advocates for a statewide phone ban in schools, but skepticism remains about its effectiveness and implementation.
'We are the place to come if you're homeless': Curley, KIRO producer spar over Seattle's safety after viral Aurora billboard
A viral billboard near Aurora highlights issues of homelessness and crime in Seattle, stirring conversation among residents and veterans.
'I wish we got more for our money': Jake, Spike dig into what Washingtonians pay in taxes over a lifetime
Jake and Spike analyze how much Washingtonians spend in taxes over a lifetime and where the state ranks nationally.
'A nice little life': Jake and Spike map out apocalypse plans after study reveals country most likely to survive
Discover Jake and Spike's survival plans after a study ranks Australia as the best place to survive a global catastrophe.
Seattle Sports
Football Preview: Pac-12 returns as old conference with new look
The Pac-12 has patiently reloaded with six new football programs. Here's a look at the favorite, who else is expected to be in the mix and more in 2026.
Seahawks’ big concern going into season is kicker Jason Myers
Jason Myers missed five kicks, including a potential game-winner Friday in Kansas City, in what Brock Huard called a "woeful" preseason.
Seahawks star Jaxon Smith-Njigba ranked No. 5 in NFL Top 100
JSN is the top wide receiver on the annual rankings that are voted on by players across the NFL.
Seahawks’ Emmanwori chimes in on Aaron Donald’s return to Rams
Donald's return is the latest blockbuster addition for the Rams, who have spent the offseason aggressively adding talent after falling to the eventual Super Bowl champion Seahawks 31-27 in the NFC Championship Game this past January.
Mariners-Red Sox Series Preview: M’s look for rare feat in Boston
The M's hope to bounce back while playing in a stadium where they've won only one of their past 10 series.
4 takeaways from Seahawks’ initial 53-man roster
Here's what stood out, including what the roster revealed about several players' injury timelines.
Seattle Red
‘I have never seen anything like this’: In rare rebuke, Seattle superintendent blasts teachers union with receipts
Seattle Public Schools Superintendent Ben Shuldiner published teacher salary figures, a bargaining timeline, and a regressive bargaining claim against SEA.
Former Democratic senator admits Seattle leaders hide behind activists instead of governing, says ‘a press release is not a result’
Seattle Chamber CEO Joe Nguyen says elected officials stopped governing and hide behind five words he heard constantly in Olympia, 'That's what the advocates want.'
‘Lots of noise. Lots of headlines. Not much reality.’ Business leader torches the collapsed Katie Wilson recall effort
Sammamish CEO Keith McCall, a frequent critic of Seattle's tax and spending policy, says the withdrawn Katie Wilson recall went too far and the mayor deserves a chance.
Feds force Washington to make striking workers look for jobs to keep unemployment checks
Feds warned Washington its strike unemployment rule broke federal law, and now striking workers must complete weekly job searches to keep collecting benefits.
‘This would include fellow councilmembers’: lawsuit warns Amendment 53 hands Pierce County a way to erase any elected office it dislikes
Three Pierce County voters, including a former Democrat state auditor, sued to void Charter Amendment 53 and stop the early removal of Sheriff Keith Swank.
Man who took signatures from income tax initiative petitioner pleads guilty
A Puyallup man who took signatures from a woman petitioning for Washington's income tax repeal has plead guilty to gross misdemeanors.
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MyNorthwest Traffic
Weekend traffic: prepare for delays on I-405 near Kirkland, I-5 near Dupont
Drivers heading out this weekend should prepare for delays as construction projects affect both I-405 in Kirkland and I-5 near DuPont.
All northbound I-405 lanes reopen near NE 44th Street after early-morning crash
Multiple lanes of northbound I-405 were blocked early Friday morning after a collision occurred early Friday morning.
Sound Transit approves fare gates at 14 light rail stations, eyes up to $83M in new revenue
Sound Transit plans to bring fare gates to up to 14 of its light rail stations — a move that could generate nearly $83 million a year in net revenue.
MyNorthwest Weather
11 years after the strongest summer windstorm on record, a new system heads for western WA
On Saturday, Aug. 29, 2015, the strongest summer windstorm on record swept through western Washington.
Storm system headed for western Washington as summer fades
The sun slipped below the horizon at 8 p.m. this week for the first time since mid-April — a sign that our summer days are numbered.
Rain finally returns for some Friday night, cooler temps
It’s been nearly a month since our last measurable rain, but that dry stretch is finally coming to an end for some of us.
MyNorthwest Politics
King County buys Cedar River property for $14M, ending decade-long asphalt plant fight
King County has purchased the Cedar River property at the center of a nearly decade-long fight over a proposed asphalt plant, paying $14 million — $2.7 million below its appraised value — for land that could become a crown jewel of the county's park system.
WA among 4 states being sued by Trump admin over tuition for immigrant students
Washington is among four states being sued by the Trump administration over in-state college tuition for immigrant students.
Tacoma lands $4.6M grant to hire 12 new police officers, with a catch
Tacoma is set to hire a dozen new police officers, three support staff, and a contract psychologist after landing a $4.6 million state grant.
Lifestyle from Premier Media
Why The Lodge at St. Edward Park is Closing for a Year
Originally published on 425. Kenmore destination The Lodge at St. Edward Park is closing for a year to build a new 15-pool spa. The Seattle Times reported on Friday that the 5-year-old hotel, once a seminary, will lay off in October 86 workers as part of the closure, though its co-owner, developer Kevin Daniels, qualified […]
“Shell” We Head to Oysterfest?
Originally published on Northwest Travel & Life. The year was 1979. Dick Oltman was a graduate student with a simple goal of completing a thesis that became the model for what is now Oysterfest. Decades later, thousands of people from the Pacific Northwest and beyond make their annual visit to this event filled with great […]
Lund, British Columbia: Gateway to Desolation Sound
Originally published on Northwest Travel & Life. Summertime is best spent on the water in Lund. This picturesque, small town in British Columbia is best known for being the gateway to Desolation Sound Marine Provincial Park, British Columbia’s largest marine park with warm waters, calm bays and wildlife that make it a boater’s paradise. With […]
MyNorthwest History
Heat, smoke make for true 'dog days of summer' in western Washington this week
August is already here, sometimes called the dog days of summer. Temperatures are forecast to climb back into the 80s on Thursday with some areas in the 90s.
Red Flag Warning: Eastern Washington braces for dangerous wildfire conditions this weekend
Have plans to head to eastern Washington this weekend to escape the expected much cooler weather in western Washington?
Historic regional treasure Paul Dorpat dies after 87 years
Historic regional treasure Paul Dorpat has died after 87 years.
National News
US military has no plans to send troops to the polls in November, top general says
WASHINGTON (AP) — The highest-ranking officer in the U.S. military says there are no plans to send troops to polling places during November’s midterm congressional elections, addressing concerns among Democrats that the Trump administration could use the military to interfere with the vote. Gen. Dan Caine, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, made the […]
Questions abound for Novak Djokovic after US Open loss and 3 years without a Grand Slam title
Novak Djokovic waved goodbye, made a heart shape with his hands and blew kisses to the crowd as he walked off the court inside Arthur Ashe Stadium to a standing ovation. Among those applauding in return were Djokovic’s 11-year-old son Stefan, while his 8-year-old daughter Tara covered her eyes and loaded her floppy-eared stuffed animal […]
At 91, Dale 'Grey Beard' Sanders reclaims record as oldest hiker to complete the Appalachian Trail
MILLINOCKET, Maine (AP) — More than 14 million older adults fall every year in the U.S., perhaps none so often as 91-year-old Dale Sanders. By his count, Sanders fell 71 times while reclaiming his record as the oldest hiker to complete the Appalachian Trail. Seven were what he calls hard falls, including one that led […]
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June is National Men's Health Month: Advancing prostate cancer treatment while preserving quality of life
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