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Biden says ‘we have to act’ after Texas school shooting
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State officials speak out on gun control amid aftermath of Texas school shooting
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Concrete strike’s impact on West Seattle Bridge timeline unclear as SDOT makes final pours
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King County confirms Patti Cole-Tindall as new Sheriff
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Seattle loses battle over Burke-Gilman Trail’s 'missing link' as project funds sunset
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MyNorthwest Staff
Instance of monkeypox investigated in King County amid 'growing international outbreak'
A presumptive case of monkeypox is being investigated in King County, according to Public Health, Seattle and King County.
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk
As pandemic-fueled surge in online shopping slows, Amazon subleases warehouse space
Amazon is planning to sublease some of its warehouse space now that the pandemic-fueled surge in online shopping has eased.
MyNorthwest Staff
Blood platelet shortage impacting medical treatments amid lack of donors
Ongoing since the pandemic, the blood platelet shortage is reaching critical levels as deliveries are being rationed among local hospitals.
MyNorthwest Staff
Gun violence prompts early summer closures of Golden Gardens and Alki Beach
Golden Gardens and Alki Beach will close at 10 p.m. May 27 through Sept. 4 over concerns of gun violence in years past.
Frank Sumrall
Number of King County homeless up nearly 14% since 2020, 57% remain unsheltered
In 2020, the percentage of homeless who had access to shelter on a consistent basis was 53%. Now the amount of homeless with shelter is just 43%.
Associated Press
78,000 pounds of infant formula arrives in US
A military plane carrying enough specialty infant formula for more than half a million baby bottles arrived Sunday in Indianapolis.Seattle Sports
The Associated Press
A’s get to Mariners bullpen, win 7-5 to snap 13-game skid vs Seattle
Elvis Andrus hit a tying homer in the sixth, singled and scored in the seventh and Oakland snapped a 13-game losing streak against the Mariners with a 7-5 victory.
Brandon Gustafson
Why Mariners’ emerging phenom Julio Rodríguez is ‘well beyond his years’
Julio Rodríguez has shined for the Mariners as a rookie. Manager Scott Servais details just what has been so impressive with his play.
Brent Stecker
Mariners’ Kyle Lewis is back: Servais confirms he will return, DH Tuesday night
Nearly a year since his last game in the majors, Kyle Lewis will return from the injured list to be the Mariners' DH, Scott Servais confirmed Tuesday to Seattle Sports.
Brandon Gustafson
Big Seahawks Questions: Who will be No. 3 in receiving yards?
Former NFL WR Michael Bumpus joined Mike Salk to answer some rapid-fire Seahawks questions, including two big ones on offense.
Stacy Rost
Rost: For Mariners at quarter mark, why arrow could be pointing up
The 2022 season hasn't gone to plan for the Mariners, but there's still reason to be optimistic for the future of the franchise.
The Associated Press
Julio Rodríguez hits first HR in Seattle, Mariners beat A’s 7-6
Prized rookie Julio Rodríguez homered at home for the first time, a three-run shot to give Seattle an early lead, and the Mariners beat Oakland 7-6 on Monday night for their 13th straight win over the Athletics.Jason Rantz
Jason Rantz
Rantz: Rep. Strickland makes evil claim about Justice Thomas on interracial marriage
The congresswoman claimed that Justice Thomas would overturn interracial marriage. Her comments are utterly vile and evil.
Jason Rantz
Rantz: Terrifying Pike Place Market road rage, hammer assault video released
Cell phone video from a terrifying Pike Place Market road rage incident shows the chaos that ensued on Easter Sunday last month.
Jason Rantz
Rantz: Democrat candidate's vulgar campaign ad calls for mass property theft
A Democrat candidate for congress is calling for mass lawlessness to send a message to the "corporate elite."
MyNorthwest Staff
Gas shortages and record high prices plague Washington drivers
Gas stations in Washington are resetting their price boards to accommodate double digits in preparation for fuel prices potentially reaching $10 a gallon.
KTTH staff
AG Ferguson seeks protection for out-of-state abortion providers
Washington AG Bob Ferguson sent a letter asking to not disqualify out-of-state abortion providers from obtaining a license to practice medicine if they're penalized if Roe v. Wade is overturned.
Jason Rantz
Rantz: Man nearly murdered in random Seattle drive-by while celebrating job promotion
My 25-year-old coworker had just finished hitting a bucket of golf balls at a North Seattle golf range. Moments later, his elation turned to terror as a man tried to murder him.Dave Ross
Dave Ross
Ross: Do Americans really believe in the free market when they plead for lower gas taxes?
Gas prices just won’t quit. But what’s really surprising are the demands for government intervention coming from people who are supposed to believe in the free market.
Dave Ross
Ross: It's time to put the phone down
And, of course, now that I have grandchildren, I am following his example. The moment I sense something cute is about to happen, out comes the phone.
Dave Ross
Ross: The real secret to a happy workforce
When employees get asked ‘how can we make you feel appreciated’ they’ll say, well you know, donuts are great, but a little more money would be nice too.
Dave Ross
Ross: How the suburbs guard 'birds-and-the-bees' chatter
I saw a copy of LIFE magazine on the living room coffee table that featured a two-page spread captioned “Homosexuality in America.”
Dave Ross
Ross: Have Seattleites gone soft on crime?
The Seattle Police Department recently came out with some advice on what to do if a burglar breaks in while you’re at home. The advice… is to get out, ASAP.
Dave Ross
Ross: Why Oklahoma's stance on abortion will echo throughout the country
12 states have trigger laws that take effect if Roe v Wade is overturned – and Oklahoma is one of them.Dori Monson
Dori Monson
Dori: Former foster mom grieves for 5-year-old missing daughter after return to biological parents
While 5-year-old Oakley Carlson’s biological parents are behind bars on child endangerment convictions, the girl’s foster mom says she hasn’t given up on the hope that state authorities will find the missing girl alive.
Dori Monson Show
Woman attacked by pit bulls near homeless camp: 'These dogs have more rights than me'
With more than 12 vicious dog bites on her legs and “way too many” stitches to count, Amy Craven was released from the hospital this week following an 11-day stay to recover from an attack by two pit bull terriers near North Lake Union.
Dori Monson Show
Dori: Former prison cellmate believes triple murderer is `not evil,’ should be freed
The 42-year-old case is back in the news after the Washington state Indeterminate Sentencing Review Board approved a summer release for Pauley.
Dori Monson Show
Dori: Triple killer to be released unless Gov. Inslee overrules parole board
After 42 years behind bars, convicted killer Timothy Pauley, 63, has been approved for release by the Washington Indeterminate Sentencing Review Board.
Dori Monson Show
Dori: Parent permission for Marysville school clubs becomes `hot button’ over LGTBQ issue
The intent to the proposed policy change, Atchley said, is to assure that parents “have the ability to know where their children are at all times.”
Dori Monson Show
Dori: Olympia Toy-Restorer ordered by County to kick disabled friend off his property
Wolph told Dori’s listeners, Thurston County officials have told him he and his wife of 47 years must evict their friend because “she cannot live on my property for more than 30 days.”Gee & Ursula
KIRO Newsradio staff
Thousands of volunteers give back to the community for One Seattle Day
Thousands of volunteers gave back to the community on Saturday for One Seattle Day, including KIRO Newsradio's own Gee and Ursula Show.
Frank Sumrall
Mayor's search for permanent Police Chief looms over Seattle amid depleting law enforcement numbers
Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell recently consulted with a hiring firm as the decision to choose the next Chief of Police heats up.
MyNorthwest Staff
Dramatic water rescue on Lake Washington saves two adults, toddler
High winds and rough seas caused an inflatable boat to capsize on Lake Washington near the I-90 bridge on Wednesday, leading to a dramatic water rescue of two men and a toddler.
Brent Stecker
With COVID cases on rise again, did Washington lift mask mandate too soon?
Two months since Washington's mask mandate was lifted, cases are rising again. Gee and Ursula discussed their thoughts on the situation.
Dalton Day
Pierce County executive vetoes safe parking policy citing skirt of community feedback process
A measure to designate additional parking facilities for homeless communities in Pierce County has been struck down.
MyNorthwest Staff
City leaders lobby Congress to relax pot shop banking laws amid recent spate of armed robberies
Seattle city leaders called on Congress to pass the SAFE Banking Act, a bill that would allow pot stores to access traditional banking services.Podcasts
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Seattle Traffic
Chris Sullivan
Sullivan: What to do with West Seattle's Fauntleroy ferry terminal?
It's time to end the chaos in West Seattle, and I'm not talking about the closed high bridge. I'm talking about the Fauntleroy ferry terminal.
Chris Sullivan
Free coffee returns to a rest area near you this weekend
The free coffee is back. After a two-year pandemic break, you can finally get a free cup at your favorite rest area.
Chris Sullivan
Sullivan: A glance at current Washington state laws to avoid littering on the road
Littering is still a huge problem on our roads, but are you still required to carry a trash bag in your car?
Chris Sullivan
I-5 expansion joint repair will hamper your summer driving
If the weather holds, southbound I-5 will be shut-down this weekend through Seattle for the first of a summer’s worth of weekend closures for expansion joint repairs.
Chris Sullivan
ORCA card gets a reboot with instant value transfer feature
The new site and app will allow more than five million users to add money to their accounts instantly alongside 6,000 new card readers and vending machines.
Chris Sullivan
Sullivan: Sound Transit passes fare reform with diminished ridership accountability checks
Sound Transit no longer has mechanisms in place to check I-D's and track who isn't paying in the first place with their decision to remove law enforcement from the fare enforcement process.Northwest History
Feliks Banel
All Over The Map: Keep Washington Green . . . and don’t be a GUBERIF!
Everybody knows Smokey Bear is the national mascot for wildfire prevention. However, a few years before Smokey came on the national scene, Governor Clarence Martin right here in the Evergreen State launched the “Keep Washington Green” campaign in May 1940.
Feliks Banel
Tour a rare Boeing B-29 bomber in Seattle this weekend
The Museum of Flight at Boeing Field is playing host this weekend to one of the rarest aircraft in the world: an airworthy World War II Boeing B-29 bomber.
Feliks Banel
Local music legend Chris Ballew’s bizarre story of surviving the eruption of Mount St. Helens
Forced off the freeway, they turned around and headed toward Spokane – battling falling ash, blizzard-like visibility, and fear of the unknown.
Feliks Banel
All Over The Map: Searching for Washington’s historic smokestacks
The recent addition to the Heritage Register is an artifact of an old mill that closed 80 years ago. It's called the “Carlisle Lumber Company Smokestack.”
Feliks Banel
History of abortion laws and politics in the Evergreen State
Washington voters have twice approved pro-choice ballot measures in the past – including a few years before Roe v. Wade, and again in 1991.