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gas prices wa climate commitment act...
Charlie Harger

Harger: WA has third-highest gas prices in nation. Now the state admits its climate program data was off by 96x

Washington's climate program data was inaccurate by 96x, contributing to soaring gas prices.
1 day ago
rural health care funding...
Julia Dallas

Washington to receive $181 million in federal rural health care funding

Washington’s rural health care funding will enhance services and access for underserved communities across the state.
3 days ago
flooding storms public health emergency...
Julia Dallas

WA homeowners impacted by flooding urged to apply for disaster assistance 

Governor Ferguson urges flood-impacted homeowners to seek state disaster aid for recovery and support.
6 days ago
crypto scams...
Jason Sutich

$9.3B lost to crypto scams. Here’s how to avoid being a victim in 2026

In Washington alone, $141 million was lost to crypto kiosk scams in 2023. On a larger scale, the FBI reported that nearly $9.3 billion in crypto losses occurred nationwide in 2024.
6 days ago
Seahawks playoffs business...
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show

‘Music to the ears’: Ursula on what a Seahawks No. 1 seed means for local businesses

Discover how Seahawks playoff games boost local businesses and the community in Seattle. A crucial match for the NFC title awaits!
9 days ago
Powerball ticket...
KIRO Newsradio staff

Winning Powerball tickets sold across Washington rake in over $11 million

Discover the latest Powerball wins in Washington, with over $11 million in prizes awarded to lucky ticket holders recently.
10 days ago
gift card scam...
Julia Dallas

As Christmas approaches, watch out for gift card scams

Stay vigilant against gift card scams as Christmas nears. Protect your holiday gifts and finances with these essential tips.
16 days ago
income tax millionaire tax washington...
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘They should pay more’: Spike backs taxing millionaires, warns small businesses could suffer

Washington's 9.9% millionaire tax may threaten small businesses while addressing essential budgetary requirements.
18 days ago
Ste. Michelle sold wine...
MyNorthwest Staff

Private equity firm sells off Ste. Michelle, retains Oregon wine holdings

A private equity firm split up some of its wine ventures by selling the Ste. Michelle Wine Estates name and Washington properties to the Wyckoffs.
30 days ago
groceries in western WA...
Charlie Harger

New ratings reveal huge price gaps: Where to save the most on groceries in western WA

Discover tips for saving on groceries in western WA and make your shopping experience in the Puget Sound area more affordable.
1 month ago
Seattle rent increases...
Jason Sutich

Seattle rents remain sky-high while price growth lags national average

Rent has increased across the 50 largest metro areas since 2021, with Seattle remaining as a top city for rent prices amid its lower-than-average increases.
1 month ago
seattle kraken...
Frank Sumrall

Seattle Kraken now worth $1.77B as NHL valuations surge

The Seattle Kraken are now worth nearly $1.8 billion after four years of existence.
1 month ago
black friday tariffs...

Black Friday arrives with solid momentum despite tariffs and economic uncertainty

Black Friday may no longer be the retail bacchanalia of years past, but the event still has enough enthusiasts to make it the biggest shopping day in the U.S.
1 month ago
black friday retailers...

US retailers are about to see if Black Friday benefits from a holiday halo effect

But the sales event still has enough enthusiasts to make Black Friday still rule as the unofficial start of the holiday shopping season.
1 month ago
wa gas prices...
Jason Sutich

Gas prices drop 21 cents in WA, still 37% higher than national average

Gas prices across Washington have fallen 21 cents per gallon since October, although WA continues to rank among the top three worst states to fill up your tank.
1 month ago
BECU SAFE credit union merger...
Frank Sumrall

BECU to merge with SAFE Credit Union, creating nation’s fourth-largest credit union

BECU is making a big move outside Washington, merging with SAFE Credit Union in California.
2 months ago
most expensive state wa dine out...
Frank Sumrall

‘Not surprising’: WA crowned as most expensive state to dine out, new study finds

A new study from the Washington Hospitality Association has revealed that Washington is the most expensive state in which to dine out.
2 months ago
Penny...
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘No real value’: KIRO host celebrates end of penny production after 230 years

The U.S. ended production of the penny on Wednesday, abandoning the 1-cent coins that were embedded in American culture for more than 230 years.
2 months ago
Funko...
Frank Sumrall

Everett-based Funko says its future is in ‘substantial doubt’ after latest earnings report

Funko, an Everett-based company that manufactures licensed and limited-edition pop culture collectibles, sounded the alarm, stating that the future of the company is at stake over the next 12 months.
2 months ago
red robin...
MyNorthwest Staff

Red Robin to close 70 ‘underperforming’ restaurants, WA locations’ future unclear

As Red Robin, a national casual dining chain, struggles financially, 70 locations over the next five years will be shuttered, including 10 to 15 restaurants in 2025.
2 months ago
Amazon OpenAI deal...
Associated Press

OpenAI and Amazon sign $38B deal for AI computing power

OpenAI and Amazon have signed a $38 billion deal that enables the ChatGPT maker to run its artificial intelligence systems on Amazon’s cloud computing services.
2 months ago
Microsoft CEO salary...
Jason Sutich

Microsoft CEO’s 2025 compensation hits personal record of $96.5M amid stock rally

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella's total compensation hits a record $96.5 million, reflecting the company's impressive stock performance.
3 months ago
federal workers unemployment benefits...
Heather Bosch

Some federal workers can apply for unemployment. Some can’t.

Discover which federal workers can apply for unemployment benefits and how Washington State's rules impact their eligibility.
3 months ago
Washington gas prices...
Jason Sutich

Washington gas prices 45% higher than national average, Seattle 53% above

Washington residents face gas prices 45% higher than the U.S. average, with Seattle at 53% above, ranking among the worst states.
3 months ago