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Level 3 evacuation orders issued for areas of Entiat Valley of Chelan County for Little Giant Fire
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'Extremely critical' fire weather concerns this weekend in central, eastern Washington
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'What A-list person would come to Seattle': Former King County sheriff warns replacing Shon Barnes will be difficult
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Who is Andre Sayles? What we know about Seattle’s new interim police chief
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'Information could have gone out much faster': Mayor Katie Wilson addresses 5-hour delay after Bite of Seattle shooting
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Portland-area city loses mayor and interim city manager in back-to-back resignations
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MyNorthwest News
Washington Supreme Court rules WSU liable in Sam Martinez fraternity hazing death
The Washington Supreme Court ruled that Washington State University had a legal duty to protect Sam Martinez, a Bellevue freshman who died of alcohol poisoning.
Newly-obtained photos by KIRO 7 show extent of damage, debris in Kenmore floatplane crash
Photos from the San Juan County Sheriff’s Office show the extent of the damage from the Kenmore floatplane emergency crash landing.
Skrillex officially returning to Seattle after more than a decade, tickets live next week
Grammy Award-winning electronic DJ and producer Skrillex is performing at Gas Works Park in August.
'The governor's office putting out a fire': Center Square reporter breaks down Ferguson-Wilson texts after Bite of Seattle shooting
Center Square reporter TJ Martinell obtained texts between Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson and Governor Bob Ferguson following the shooting.
Parkland teen murder suspect arrested in Mexico, extradited to WA
A "significant breakthrough" was made in the investigation of the Parkland homicide case, where suspect Brandon Torres-Mesa was taken into custody in Mexico.
Black community organizations rally at Seattle City Hall, urge Mayor Katie Wilson to reinstate Chief Shon Barnes
A coalition of Black community organizations marched into Seattle City Hall in protest of Mayor Katie Wilson's decision to fire Seattle Police Department Chief Shon Barnes.
KIRO Newsradio Opinion
'It was done to provoke a reaction': Ursula weighs in on controversy behind Seattle Storm co-owner's suspension
Explore the Seattle Storm owner suspension and the reactions it provoked among fans and the community.
Spike: Two shootings in three days in Seattle, and my kid was at both
Understanding the impact of a two recent shootings on Spike's family, who had been near Capitol Hill and the Bite of Seattle event.
'She was looking to get him out': Ursula contends Barnes gave Mayor Wilson the ammo needed to fire him
"Is this a deflection or a distraction? I am still in shock; we haven't even gone a week from the tragedy at Seattle Center, and this is the focus," Angela said on KIRO Newsradio.
Ask Ursula: My wife's eating disorder is affecting our whole family, what do I do?
I’ve been married for 13 years. Five years ago, my wife was diagnosed with an eating disorder and entered a treatment program based on a "healthy at every size" approach.
Harger: A 15-year-old allegedly opened fire at the Bite of Seattle. Two broken laws will almost certainly let him walk
The bullets that killed Whitehead and Villalba do not appear to have come from the teen's gun. Think about what a defense attorney does with that.
'Doesn't sound super inclusive': Jake and Spike react to Seattle Storm co-owner allegedly cursing at teens in XX-XY shirts
Seattle Storm faces backlash after a co-owner's alleged remarks brought teen fans to tears during a Tuesday night game against the Indiana Fever.
Seattle Sports
2 fill-in options for Seahawks if Emmanwori misses time
Given Emmanwori's unicorn-like versatility, it'd likely take multiple players to fill his snaps.
Rushing, Hernández power Dodgers past Mariners 6-2
Dalton Rushing hit a three-run homer and Teoscar Hernández added a solo shot for Los Angeles.
WR Deebo Samuel returning to 49ers on one-year deal
The former All-Pro is coming back for a second stint after Ricky Pearsall got sidelined by a knee injury.
Two ways Seahawks are impressing Salk at camp
Head coach Mike Macdonald and the offensive line jumped out to Mike Salk on Thursday.
Julio Rodríguez added to M’s Alumni HR Derby – as DJ
Star Mariners center fielder Julio Rodríguez will be making his debut as a DJ at T-Mobile Park debut during the Aug. 7 Alumni Home Run Derby.
Lineups: Ohtani held out by Dodgers in finale against Mariners
Third baseman J.P. Crawford is out of the Mariners' lineup for a second straight day.
Seattle Red
‘Amateur hour’ at Seattle City Hall as Mayor Katie Wilson bungles Shon Barnes exit
SPOG President Kent Loux says Mayor Katie Wilson's silence after the Shon Barnes firing leaked was amateur hour, and Seattle council members agree with him.
WA schools receive underwhelming scores for free speech on campus, Evergreen among the worst
A new survey on First Amendment protections on college campuses found that schools in Washington still have work to do, particularly Evergreen State College.
Let’s Go Washington coalition demands Storm, WNBA answer for co-owner’s blowup at teen girls
Let's Go Washington and a coalition of Olympians and women's groups say the WNBA fine against Storm co-owner Celeste Keaton does not go nearly far enough.
Good news, bad news: Washington Democrats’ income tax fuels a Seattle buyer’s market
Washington Democrats' income tax and capital gains hikes triggered a Seattle housing exodus. Buyers are now cashing in on falling prices and rising inventory.
Rantz: Seattle Police Chief Shon Barnes’ defenders can only obsess over his race
The coalition rallying to save Seattle Chief Shon Barnes never mentions his absences, his ethics problems, or the reporter he nearly fought. Only his race.
Amazon’s Zoox gets federal green light for 5,000 robotaxis as Washington idles
Federal regulators cleared Amazon's Zoox to deploy up to 5,000 robotaxis. Washington has tested them on Seattle streets for years with no plan in place.
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MyNorthwest Traffic
Southbound SR 99 near Lynnwood reopens after fatal hit-and-run crash
A fatal hit-and-run car crash fully blocked southbound SR 99 early Thursday morning for several hours. By 9:45 a.m., the southbound part of the highway reopened.
Want to catch the Blue Angels from a new angle? Hop on the light rail
The Blue Angels will take to the skies for Seafair, and for the first time, there will be light rail trains rolling across I-90.
Semitruck driver killed in crash near Federal Way rest area was not wearing a seatbelt
The driver killed in a fatal car and semitruck crash near the Federal Way rest area on Tuesday was not wearing a seatbelt.
MyNorthwest Weather
Seafair week forecast shows comfortable temps as July 29 marks anniversary of Seattle's old heat record
Seasonable warm weather with high temperatures mainly in the 70s to lower 80s will greet the hydros in Seafair week.
Former NOAA scientists rebuild climate data website after DOGE shut it down
Since 2015, SEA has averaged eight days of 90 or above per year. In the 20th century, that average was just three days per year.
Quiet summer weather pattern continues in western Washington
If you’re wondering whether there’s any big weather on the horizon, the answer is ... not really.
MyNorthwest Politics
'She was looking to get him out': Ursula contends Barnes gave Mayor Wilson the ammo needed to fire him
"Is this a deflection or a distraction? I am still in shock; we haven't even gone a week from the tragedy at Seattle Center, and this is the focus," Angela said on KIRO Newsradio.
Black community organizations rally at Seattle City Hall, urge Mayor Katie Wilson to reinstate Chief Shon Barnes
A coalition of Black community organizations marched into Seattle City Hall in protest of Mayor Katie Wilson's decision to fire Seattle Police Department Chief Shon Barnes.
Seattle Police Chief Shon Barnes fired by Mayor Katie Wilson
Shon Barnes was fired from his position as chief of the Seattle Police Department by Mayor Katie Wilson, multiple sources confirmed with KIRO Newsradio.
Lifestyle from Premier Media
HMM Shipping Line Plans Modernization Project at Tacoma’s Washington United Terminals
Originally published on South Sound Business. HMM Shipping Line is strengthening its long-term commitment to the Tacoma Harbor through a major investment in Washington United Terminals that will increase the terminal’s cargo capacity by nearly 50% and position The Northwest Seaport Alliance gateway to serve larger container vessels well into the future, according to a […]
1889 Prime Steakhouse Turns 3, Names New Executive Chef
Originally published on South Sound. After 1889 Prime Steakhouse opened its doors in Olympia in 2023, South Sound magazine reported on the restaurant’s aim to bring elevated Northwest dining and hospitality to the region. Three years later, that vision is continuing to thrive as the award-winning steakhouse celebrates its third anniversary while welcoming a familiar […]
Mercurys Coffee Co. Sponsoring New Lenny Wilkens Documentary
Originally published on 425. Eastside staple Mercurys Coffee Co. is celebrating Pacific Northwest basketball icon Lenny Wilkens by serving as title sponsor of “Cornerstone,” a documentary exploring Wilkens’ life, career, and legacy, premiering Aug. 1 at Seattle’s Egyptian Theatre. Mercurys joined the project after the unveiling of Wilkens’ statue outside Climate Pledge Arena, seeing the […]
MyNorthwest History
Historic regional treasure Paul Dorpat dies after 87 years
Historic regional treasure Paul Dorpat has died after 87 years.
'Not something I take lightly': WA Democrats tap rainy day fund, proposed 'millionaire tax' to close budget gap
Washington Democrats reveal a supplemental budget plan addressing the deficit with a millionaire tax and rainy day fund usage.
Suspect arrested following violent rampage at Harborview's Emergency Room
Seattle police report a chaotic scene at the Harborview Emergency Room, where a patient went on a violent rampage over the weekend.
National News
The Latest: Trump announces deal for Hamas to disarm in Gaza, but hurdles and uncertainty remain
President Donald Trump said Thursday that a deal has been reached for Hamas to disarm and Israel to withdraw its forces from Gaza, but many hurdles, conditions and long timelines remained to wind down the war in the Palestinian territory. A Hamas official said Friday that they did reach an agreement on disarmament, the most […]
New York sues prediction market platform Kalshi alleging 'illegal gambling operation'
New York officials sued prediction market platform Kalshi on Friday, calling it an “illegal, unlicensed gambling operation” as the state seeks to halt its operations and force the company to forfeit its profits. New York joins a growing number of states filing lawsuits against Kalshi and other companies in a dispute with President Donald Trump’s […]
A discarded SpaceX rocket is on a high-speed collision course with the moon
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — A drifting SpaceX rocket is on a collision course with the moon after launching a pair of lunar landers more than a year ago. The rocket’s upper stage will unintentionally slam into the moon on Wednesday, carving out a crater and sending up a plume of dust and rubble that […]
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AC not cooling during Seattle heat wave? 4 things to check before calling for emergency repair
As temperatures climb across the Seattle area, many homeowners are discovering that their air conditioner is running but not cooling the home effectively.
How Puget Sound homeowners can spot a trustworthy roofer (and avoid the scams making headlines)
The scammers share a playbook: Arrive uninvited, claim to see damage, start work before the homeowner has time to think. If you are a homeowner in the Puget Sound area, these seven steps can protect you from being a victim in the next scam.
June is National Men's Health Month: Advancing prostate cancer treatment while preserving quality of life
One in eight men will hear the words "you have prostate cancer" in their lifetime. Unfortunately, many men tend to overlook the importance of preventative care.