THE LATEST
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Patti Payne: How Geek Squad saved my computer tech meltdown
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Celebrate Halloween by taking over your street
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Pierce County official: Milton prompts largest deployment of urban search and rescue specialists since 9/11
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Seattle City Council passes plan to install cameras in crime-ridden areas
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Singer Pat Boone sees a divided nation but says there’s hope for Seattle
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WDFW: Gaze of raccoons have dispersed after Poulsbo woman stopped feeding them
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MyNorthwest News
Tickets going fast for popular Broadway musical 'Wicked' in Seattle
For nearly a month, the Paramount Theatre's stage will be lit up with hues of green and pink as "Wicked" takes over.
Marysville Schools still paying recently removed superintendent more than $400K
The financially destitute Marysville School District is offering former Superintendent Zachery Robbins, Ph.D., more than $400,000 over the next year.
Police: 3 injured in Tacoma double shooting
Police are investigating a double shooting that happened in the middle of downtown Tacoma early Wednesday morning.
Hurricane Milton lashes Florida; worst yet to come
Hurricane Milton dropped to a Category 4 early Wednesday as it churns toward Florida's west coast. Evacuations will soon end.
Public safety is the primary concern for Seattle voters
The Seattle Chamber of Commerce unveiled findings of a poll, revealing that public safety has emerged as the primary concern for local voters.
UW biochemist wins Nobel Prize for breakthroughs in protein design
Baker shares the Nobel Prize with two other scientists for their work on using artificial intelligence to predict protein structures.
SeattleSports.com
Seahawks look to run ball more heading into clash vs 49ers
The Seattle Seahawks only handed the ball of to running back Kenneth Walker III five times in Sunday's loss against the New York Giants.
The key matchup to watch as Seahawks face 49ers in NFC West clash
NFL Network's Daniel Jeremiah explains which matchup could determine how things play out between the Seattle Seahawks and San Francisco 49ers.
Video: Where do the Seahawks have an ADVANTAGE over the #49ers?
The Seattle #Seahawks face off against the San Francisco 49ers on #TNF at Lumen Field but have lost the last FIVE games against the 9ers. Could that change this week? What area do the Hawks hold an advantage – however slight – over their division rivals in 2024? Listen to The Wyman & Bob Show […]
Schlereth weighs in on Seahawks’ loss to Giants
The former NFL offensive lineman doesn't think the Seattle Seahawks' defeat against the previously 1-3 Giants was as bad as most believed.
Wyman: The biggest areas the Seahawks’ defense needs to fix
Dave Wyman dives into what needs to improve after back-to-back rough performances from the Seattle Seahawks' defense.
Seahawks Injuries: 3 defenders out, 3 questionable vs 49ers
Cornerback Riq Woolen is set to be the latest important defensive piece to miss action for the Seattle Seahawks.
KIRO Newsradio Opinion
Angela Poe Russell: Hurricane Helene latest warning how climate change is affecting weather, storms
But what is different is hurricanes like Hurricane Helene are more devastating, with science pointing to climate change as the culprit.
Harger: Walz visit a reminder WA is a mere 'ATM' for politicians visiting during gridlock
Tim Walz is swinging through the Emerald City for a fundraiser, potentially turning rush hour into a parking lot.
Ross: Denial is still in style when it comes to election results
I think we all have to accept that many of our neighbors, at this time in our history, have election denial regarding Donald Trump.
KTTH Opinion
Rantz: Thanks to FIFA Club World soccer, Seattle will be clean for 10 whole minutes
Thank FIFA Club World soccer for a temporarily cleaned up downtown Seattle. Too bad we have to wait until next year to enjoy it.
Rantz: Tim Walz visited Washington for millions and all we got was lousy traffic in Seattle
VP hopeful Tim Walz is in the Seattle area for a fundraiser. All we get out of it is a crippling traffic jam in and around Seattle.
Is FEMA funding illegal immigrants, flailing in response to Hurricane Helene?
Congressman Dan Newhouse from Washington's 4th congressional district says the claims that FEMA is funding illegal immigrants are true.
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MyNorthwest Traffic
'Slow down:' Troopers respond to nearly 40 King County crashes Tuesday
A four-vehicle crash occurred on I-5 heading south Tuesday morning, causing the morning commute to slow to a standstill.
Massive toll system changes on the way
The maximum tolls on I-405 and SR 167 went up to $15 earlier this year, but it's likely that rate will be going up again next year.
Peace and quiet ahead: Boylston Ave off-ramp to shut down for noise walls
This weekend's portion of the noise wall project is scheduled to close the Boylston Ave off-ramp at 7 a.m. Saturday through 8 p.m. Sunday.
MyNorthwest Weather
Western WA does not have to worry about hurricanes, just bomb cyclones
No, Western Washington doesn't get hurricanes, but the region is home to hurricane-force winds via bomb cyclones.
Another earthquake hits Pacific Northwest bringing total to 87 in past month
Early Friday morning, a 3.9 magnitude earthquake struck near Vancouver, British Columbia, according to the Pacific Northwest Sesmic Network.
Fourth earthquake in a week shakes up Western Washington
The U.S. Geological Survey confirmed three earthquakes between magnitude 2.6 and 3.0 have hit Western Washington since Sunday.
MyNorthwest Politics
Tim Walz stops in Washington to boost fundraising efforts
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz visited Washington for a private fundraiser. The event was scheduled for October 8 at 9 a.m. in Hunts Point.
Harger: Walz visit a reminder WA is a mere 'ATM' for politicians visiting during gridlock
Tim Walz is swinging through the Emerald City for a fundraiser, potentially turning rush hour into a parking lot.
New indictment undermines ruling that Trump's alleged crimes fall under presidential immunity
A new indictment gives supporting evidence that allegations against former president Donald Trump do not fall under presidential immunity.
MyNorthwest Lifestyle
How to help people affected by Hurricane Milton
Communities in Florida still reeling from the impact of Hurricane Helene are now also grappling with the still-unfolding damage from Hurricane Milton. The storm crashed into a community south of Tampa, drenching counties with torrents of rain, downing power lines and bridges and kicking up dangerous storm surges. Here is some advice from experts about […]
Tickets going fast for popular Broadway musical 'Wicked' in Seattle
For nearly a month, the Paramount Theatre's stage will be lit up with hues of green and pink as "Wicked" takes over.
Disney World and Universal closures halt Orlando tourism as Milton approaches
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Tourism in Orlando rapidly came to a standstill Wednesday with the main airport and at least three theme parks and other businesses set to shut down, leaving Florida residents and visitors fleeing Hurricane Milton to hunker down in area hotels. Milton, which is expected to come ashore late Wednesday or early […]
MyNorthwest History
As Mount Adams quakes, a search for its heart and soul
Seismic activity at Mount Adams – known as Washington’s forgotten mountain -- picked up in September, getting the attention of the rest of the state.
'Unsolved Histories': New podcast examines airliner that crashed after departing Tacoma
"Unsolved Histories: What Happened to Flight 293" is a podcast about three intersecting stories historian Feliks Banel has been investigating.
All Over The Map: Unusual seismic activity and twisted name origins of Mount Adams
Mount Adams, the long-dormant volcano in Southwest Washington, recently experienced some unusual seismic activity.
National News
How to help people affected by Hurricane Milton
Communities in Florida still reeling from the impact of Hurricane Helene are now also grappling with the still-unfolding damage from Hurricane Milton. The storm crashed into a community south of Tampa, drenching counties with torrents of rain, downing power lines and bridges and kicking up dangerous storm surges. Here is some advice from experts about […]
The Latest: Harris visiting Nevada and Arizona while Trump speaks in Michigan
As Florida grapples with the effects of Hurricane Milton, presidential campaigning remains in full swing in battleground states across the U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris will attend a Univision town hall in Las Vegas on Thursday afternoon before going to an evening rally in Phoenix while remaining in close contact with the White House and […]
Ethel Kennedy, social activist and wife of Robert F. Kennedy, has died
BOSTON, Mass. (AP) — Ethel Kennedy, the wife of Sen. Robert F. Kennedy who raised their 11 children after he was assassinated and remained dedicated to social causes and the family’s legacy for decades thereafter, died on Thursday, her family said. She was 96. Kennedy had been hospitalized after suffering a stroke in her sleep […]
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