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MyNorthwest News

Photo: West Seattle High School students held a pro-Palestinian protest....

James Lynch

Western Washington students walk out against Israel-Hamas war

Around 100 West Seattle High School students joined other groups across the nation in protesting against the Israel-Hamas war.

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JAMIE STENGLE, THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

Seattle Children's Hospital won’t turn over gender-affirming care records in lawsuit

The Texas Attorney General is dropping a request for Seattle Children's Hospital to hand over records regarding gender-affirming treatment.

Red Cross...

Bill Kaczaraba

South King Fire offering free smoke alarm installation for Federal Way residents

The American Red Cross is set to host a home fire safety event, Sound the Alarm, on Saturday, April 27, 2024.

UW rape...

Bill Kaczaraba

Did UW know about rape allegations against Tybo Rogers before allowing him to play?

Seattle police implied that UW was aware of a rape accusation against sophomore running back Tylin Rogers before he continued to play.

kroger opioid...

Frank Sumrall

Kroger to pay nearly $50M to Washington to combat fentanyl crisis

Kroger is sending Washington $47.5 million to combat the fentanyl epidemic in an agreed-upon pending resolution championed by Attorney General Bob Ferguson.

Photo: A driver uses a phone while behind the wheel of a car on April 30, 2016 in New York City....

Micki Gamez

AAA: Washington is one of the worst states for distracted driving

April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month and to to shine a light on the subject, AAA Washington has teamed up with Safe Drive Club.

SeattleSports.com

NFL Draft Caleb Williams UW Huskies...

The Associated Press

NFL Draft: First-round picks could be on trading block on Day 1

Based on recent history, plenty of first-round NFL Draft picks should change hands Thursday with teams looking to move up for a specific player.

Seattle Mariners Josh Rojas...

Brent Stecker

Key figure for first-place Mariners has been 3B Josh Rojas

The Seattle Mariners' leader in batting average and on-base percentage is surprisingly Josh Rojas, who is also playing strong defense at third base.

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Seattle Sports Video

Video: Who does Michael Bumpus what to see the Seahawks take in the NFL draft? He tells Brock and Salk

Who does Michael Bumpus what to see the Seattle Seahawks take in the NFL draft? Why does he think they are a fit here in Seattle? He told Brock Huard and Mike Salk about that and the rest of his thoughts before the 2024 NFL Draft begins. What should the Seahawks strategy in the draft […]

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Seattle Sports Video

Video: Brock Huard’s NFL Draft Profile: Troy Fautanu, OL – Washington

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 Washington OL Troy Fautanu might be a offensive fit for the Seahawks? What else could he bring to the offense other than OL depth? Watch his breakdown of him here […]

Kyle Shanahan 49ers NFL Draft...

The Associated Press

NFC West Check-In: 49ers won’t be spectators on Day 1 of draft

After sitting out the first round the past two years in the NFL Draft thanks to a pricey trade up, the 49ers could fill a roster hole on Day 1.

Seattle Seahawks NFL Draft 2018...

Cameron Van Til

Do Seahawks have enough draft picks for every need?

The Seattle Seahawks enter this week's NFL Draft with seven picks. Is that enough to fill all the holes on their roster?

KIRO Newsradio Opinion

Photo: This photo, seen in December 2023, shows a series of tents lined the parking lot of Riverton...

Matt Markovich

Markovich: Elected officials need accountability for their 'generosity' with our tax dollars

When King County dug into its pocket and pulled out $2 million to help dozens of asylum seekers and refugees in Tukwila -- I took a pause.

Photo: Third Ave in downtown Seattle....

Spike O'Neill

Spike O'Neill: Why Seattle's new art space won't work

I can't help but think about the announcement of the new art space designated to inhabit the old Bed Bath and Beyond in downtown Seattle.

Image: A man got beaten and robbed in broad daylight in Seattle at Cal Anderson Park on Sunday, Apr...

Bill Kaczaraba

Video of man getting knocked out, robbed in Seattle goes viral; Gee and Ursula respond

A disturbing video has gone viral of a man getting knocked out and robbed by a small group of people on Capitol Hill Sunday.

KTTH Opinion

Seattle students rally...

Jason Rantz

Rantz: Seattle-area students to stage hate rally Tuesday as antisemitism on campus surges

Seattle-area students are holding antisemitic events throughout the state. Parents expect rally after rally to espouse antisemitism.

Photo: Photo: The U.S. Supreme Court will hear a major case around homeless camping bans. It could ...

Jason Rantz

Rantz: United States Supreme Court could save Seattle from homeless crisis

The U.S. Supreme Court will hear a major case around homeless camping bans. It could finally end the progressive policy grip on Seattle.

Columbia University protesters...

Jason Rantz

Rantz: Are the pro-Hamas, Columbia University protesters the new Black Lives Matter radicals?

The Columbia University student protesters is following the same script that made the Black Lives Matter movement do destructive.

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MyNorthwest Traffic

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Chris Sullivan

Sullivan: A guide to Restricted Parking Zones for any confused drivers

Deciphering the language on some parking signs can be difficult, and I am here to answer any questions regarding Restricted Parking Zones.

Photo: A driver uses a phone while behind the wheel of a car on April 30, 2016 in New York City....

Micki Gamez

AAA: Washington is one of the worst states for distracted driving

April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month and to to shine a light on the subject, AAA Washington has teamed up with Safe Drive Club.

Image: The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) closed part of Interstate 90 on Fr...

Steve Coogan

I-90 reopens after a closure due to an emergency tree removal

I-90 reopened after needing to close Friday afternoon due to an emergency tree removal, the Washington State of Transportation said Friday.

MyNorthwest Weather

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Ted Buehner

Buehner: This week's weather includes meteor showers, a pink moon, near-70 degree days

The Lyrid meteor shower that peaked over the past weekend but will continue Monday night before fading as April ends.

Photo: A rainbow briefly lights up over downtown Seattle and the Space Needle between rain and wind...

Ted Buehner

Buehner: What led to Washington drought as wildfires, rainbows on the horizon

DOE declared a Washington drought emergency. History shows below-average precipitation years often create more wildfires and wildfire smoke.

Puget Sound Convergence Zone...

Ted Buehner

Buehner: Puget Sound Convergence Zone brings sunshine, showers, rainbows

Spring is here and with it comes the mix of sunny days and days with showers. Spring is also the peak time for the Puget Sound Convergence Zone.

MyNorthwest Politics

kroger opioid...

Frank Sumrall

Kroger to pay nearly $50M to Washington to combat fentanyl crisis

Kroger is sending Washington $47.5 million to combat the fentanyl epidemic in an agreed-upon pending resolution championed by Attorney General Bob Ferguson.

seattle police...

Frank Sumrall

'SPD is dying': What Seattle police officers are saying during exit interviews

When asked what had a negative effect on morale in their exit interviews, Seattle police officers were nearly united in their responses.

supreme court homelessness...

Kate Stone

As homelessness rises, Supreme Court takes Oregon case, to decide on sleeping bans

The Supreme Court will rule on if banning homeless people from sleeping outside when there's no shelter space is cruel and unusual.

MyNorthwest Lifestyle

Seattle pedestrians...

Colleen O'Brien

Colleen O'Brien: Seattle's new walkability maps

If you've ever vacationed in a city where you are within a 15-minute walk of whatever you may need, then you know how awesome it can feel.

Taylor Swift's new album will be used as the soundtrack for a laser show at the Pacific Science Cen...

Paul Holden

Weekend revelry roundup: Record Day, Tay-Tay laser show, riding the bulls

A big weekend is on the way, and there will be a plethora of events to choose from, from laser shows to bull riding.

pearl jam dark matter...

Matt Butler

Butler: Pearl Jam's Dark Matter among the band's 'best, most cohesive records'

Vedder thinks "Dark Matter" is Pearl Jam's best work. You may or may not agree, but it's certainly one of their best and most cohesive records.

MyNorthwest History

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Feliks Banel

Echoes of Eastside rail history with Sound Transit preparing to get underway

As Sound Transit inaugurates commuter trains between Bellevue and Redmond, when was the last time passenger rail service was offered on the Eastside?

"Street Trees of Seattle" author Taha Ebrahimi (RIGHT) bumped into Alec Duxbury, her high school En...

Feliks Banel

Layers of history revealed by 'Street Trees of Seattle'

This new book is “Street Trees of Seattle: An Illustrated Walking Guide” by writer and artist Taha Ebrahimi.

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)

National News

Associated Press

Former Wisconsin college chancellor fired over porn career is fighting to keep his faculty post

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — The University of Wisconsin-La Crosse’s top official has taken the first steps toward removing a faculty member who was earlier fired from his job as chancellor over his fledgling porn career. The former chancellor, Joe Gow, said Wednesday that interim Chancellor Betsy Morgan filed three charges against him March 29, accusing […]

Associated Press

Jury sides with school system in suit accusing it of ignoring middle-schooler's sex assault claims

ALEXANDRIA, Va. (AP) — A jury on Wednesday rejected a woman’s lawsuit seeking tens of millions of dollars from Virginia’s largest school system over allegations that she was raped multiple times as a middle schooler. The woman, who was identified in court papers only by her initials, sued Fairfax County Public Schools under Title IX, […]

Associated Press

US Rep. Donald Payne Jr., a Democrat from New Jersey, has died at 65 after a heart attack

TRENTON, N.J. (AP) — U.S. Rep. Donald Payne Jr., of New Jersey, died Wednesday after a heart attack this month that left him hospitalized, officials said. He was 65. In a statement, Gov. Phil Murphy called his fellow Democrat a “steadfast champion for the people of New Jersey.” “With his signature bowtie, big heart, and […]

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Ensuring pet safety on the road with Saving Great Animals, Carter Subaru

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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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.