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Why does Iowa beat Washington as one of the best states to live? (Getty Images)...

Bill Kaczaraba

Why didn't Washington make the top 20 in best states to live?

In a recent ranking of the best states to live in, Washington state failed to make the top 20 despite its strong performance in key areas.

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Frank Sumrall

2 women rescued from human trafficking at Bellingham massage parlor

Two human trafficking victims were found and rescued in Bellingham by law enforcement Tuesday morning after police investigated a massage parlor.

Photo: Seattle Police Department officers are investigating a deadly shooting....

Julia Dallas

Police investigate deadly shooting at Seattle 7-Eleven

Seattle Police Department officers are investigating a deadly shooting that occurred around 4 p.m. Tuesday.

Photo: These photos were taken May 11, 2024 in Tacoma. The graffiti is part of a larger case agains...

James Lynch

Alleged infamous Seattle graffiti vandal faces felony charge

An alleged Seattle graffiti vandal is now facing felony charges. Police said they found the suspect with the help of social media.

Photo: Cars drive on Aurora Avenue in Seattle. People who live and work in that area are fed up wit...

Luke Duecy

Proposed law to combat Aurora crime met with controversy: 'Violence will escalate'

Seattle's Public Safety Committee heard from experts and the public about a newly proposed ordinance designed to curb sex trafficking and gun violence along Aurora.

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Frank Sumrall

Betting on kids sports: Little League World Series wagering rising in popularity

BetOnline announced the Little League World Series tournament will be available to gamble on through its sportsbook.

SeattleSports.com

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The Associated Press

Mariners blow late lead, fall to Tigers on 10th-inning walkoff

DETROIT (AP) — Akil Baddoo’s pinch-hit double in the 10th inning gave the Detroit Tigers a 3-2 come-from-behind win over the Seattle Mariners on Wednesday night. Detroit Tigers 3, Seattle Mariners 2 (10 innings): Box score The teams were playing for the fifth time in eight days. The Tigers won two of three in Seattle […]

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The Associated Press

Robles can earn up to $22.25 million in new deal with Mariners

Outfielder Víctor Robles can earn up to $22.25 million over the next three seasons under his contract extension with the Seattle Mariners.

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Seattle Sports Video

Video: #DeepThoughts with Dave Wyman: Linebacker edition

Dave Wyman (Wyman & Bob – weekdays 2-7p) traveled to Nashville for a joint practice between the #Seahawks and the Tennessee #Titans where he shared some Deep Thoughts while observing the Seattle linebackers on the practice field.

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Cameron Van Til

What Wyman saw at Seahawks’ joint practice with Titans

Dave Wyman shares his takeaways from the Seattle Seahawks' joint practice with the Tennessee Titans on Wednesday in Nashville.

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Brent Stecker

Why Seahawks rookie Byron Murphy II already has insiders raving

A pair of ESPN NFL insiders shared why Seattle Seahawks rookie Byron Murphy II impressed in his preseason debut. Bump and Stacy broke it down.

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Zac Hereth

Passan’s view on ‘unprecedented’ extension for Mariners’ Victor Robles

ESPN MLB insider Jeff Passan weighs in on the Seattle Mariners giving Victor Robles a two-year contract extension.

KIRO Newsradio Opinion

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Angela Poe Russell

Angela Poe Russell: The Olympic moment that spoke volumes about America

During an election year when things can feel so ugly and folks are strained financially, this is a nice reminder that we are doing some good stuff here.

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Dave Ross

Ross: Political rallies' crowd size, who's faking it and who's complaining about it

But the Olympics is entertainment, so it doesn’t bother me. Faking crowd size for political gain, however, would be election tampering and it needs to stop.

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Angela Poe Russell

Angela Poe Russell: Sidewalks in disrepair hurt WA's disabled community

Only half of the sidewalks in Washington currently comply with ADA standards, hurting the handicapped community that calls Washington home.

KTTH Opinion

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Jason Rantz

'Where Kids Should Play, But Addicts Stay': A Jason Rantz poem about a Seattle park in disarray

Jason Rantz was inspired to write a snarky poem after seeing a park near his home get taken over by homeless drug addicts.

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Jason Rantz

Rantz: Why won't Chris Vance, clinging to relevance with Republicans for Kamala Harris, just go away?

When will Chris Vance go away? He's now clinging for relevance by volunteering in "Republicans for Kamala Harris."

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Jason Rantz

Rantz: AG Bob Ferguson kept secret his donor's lawsuit against initiatives in 'highly unusual' deceit

Attorney General Bob Ferguson secretly handled lawsuits aimed at nullifying voter-backed initiatives without notifying interested parties.

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MyNorthwest Traffic

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Frank Sumrall

Lanes reopen on I-5 in Federal Way after police push flipped car

The lanes reopened just after 8 a.m., but the crash caused a nine-mile backup. As of this reporting, most of the backup traffic has dissipated.

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Chris Sullivan

Light rail to Lynnwood means big changes for Community Transit

Transit riders are rejoicing at the opening of Sound Transit's light rail expansion into Lynnwood, but it will come with a price.

Image: Work on I-90 created lengthy backups for drivers headed to Eastern Washington this week....

Julia Dallas

I-90 work creates lengthy backups for travelers heading to Eastern Washington

Work on I-90 created lengthy backups for drivers headed to Eastern Washington this week. KIRO Newsradio traffic has the latest.

MyNorthwest Weather

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Ted Buehner

Warm summer weather on pause for brief stretch of cooler temperatures

Ready for some cooler summer weather? This week will involve temperatures ranging from the mid-60s into the 70s.

Photo: Hazy skies in Seattle due to wildfire smoke....

Bill Kaczaraba

Hazy skies seen in South King County as wildfire smoke elevated from nearby fires

Residents of South King County woke up to a hazy morning, with the sky painted in shades of gray. Wildfires are to blame.

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Ted Buehner

Dog days of summer have arrived in Washington

The calendar has rolled over into August, putting Washington in what is often called the "dog days" of summer.

MyNorthwest Politics

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Julia Dallas

RFK Jr., Stein make state presidential ballot: Multiple parties qualify for general election

A total of nine nominations by minor parties and independent candidates have qualified for Washington's General Election Ballot.

Image: Pelicans fly near the shore as waves from the Pacific Ocean roll in on May 14, 2024, on the ...

Associated Press

PNW tribes are battered by climate change but fight to get money meant to help them

Coastal Pacific Northwest tribes see some of the most severe climate change effects but face bureaucratic barriers to get government funds.

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Steve Coogan

'Disturbing:' Supporters stunned to hear of failed legal effort to kill ballot initiatives

The state's Supreme Court issued two rulings dismissing lawsuit appeals brought to attempt to stop certifying the ballot initiatives.

MyNorthwest Lifestyle

Why does Iowa beat Washington as one of the best states to live? (Getty Images)...

Bill Kaczaraba

Why didn't Washington make the top 20 in best states to live?

In a recent ranking of the best states to live in, Washington state failed to make the top 20 despite its strong performance in key areas.

Image: The scoreboard at the Yelm High School football field can be seen in 2024....

Steve Coogan

With help of a Hall of Fame coach, John, Jake raise money to save Yelm sports programs

Last week, Yelm Community Schools announced cuts for sports programs. The district plans to cut all high school and middle school C-teams.

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Frank Sumrall

Betting on kids sports: Little League World Series wagering rising in popularity

BetOnline announced the Little League World Series tournament will be available to gamble on through its sportsbook.

MyNorthwest History

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Feliks Banel

Charles Cross, acclaimed biographer of Hendrix, Cobain, dies at 67

The work of Charles R. Cross, well-known biographer of Pacific Northwest musical icons, will no doubt outlast all of us who mourn his unexpected passing.

Photo: The Brelsford WSU Visitor Center in Pullman....

Feliks Banel

96-year-old WSU Press will not close, will become part of WSU Libraries

University officials confirmed Friday KIRO Newsradio's reporting that operations of WSU Press are no longer slated to cease.

The World War II-era Hawaii Mars Water Bomber is being prepped at its base on Sproat Lake on Vancou...

Feliks Banel

Iconic Hawaii Mars Water Bomber set to make final flight

When a firefighting aircraft makes its final flight on Sunday, BC residents will see the Hawaii Mars Water Bomber.

National News

Associated Press

UN envoy says South Sudan is not ready to hold its first post-independence elections in December

South Sudan is not ready to hold its first post-independence elections in December and political players are discussing whether voting should be held this year, the U.N.’s top envoy in the troubled African country said Wednesday. Nicolas Haysom told the U.N. Security Council that the consultations make it difficult to treat the election date of […]

Associated Press

The president of Columbia University has resigned, effective immediately

NEW YORK (AP) — Columbia University President Minouche Shafik resigned effective immediately, the head of the prestigious New York university announced in a message to the university community on Wednesday. In her statement, she acknowledged the protests that roiled the campus this year, along with others worldwide, factored into her decision. “This period has taken […]

Associated Press

Wally Amos, 88, of cookie fame, died at home in Hawaii. He lost Famous Amos but found other success

HONOLULU (AP) — Wallace “Wally” Amos, the creator of the cookie empire that took his name and made it famous and who went on to become a children’s literacy advocate, has died. He was 88. Amos created the Famous Amos cookie empire and eventually lost ownership of the company — as well as the rights […]

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Photo: Anacortes is perfect for relaxation and rejuvenation. With charming shops, delightful dining...

MyNorthwest Staff

Anacortes: The ultimate summer water adventure destination

Anacortes is perfect for relaxation and rejuvenation. With charming shops, delightful dining and a plethora of entertaining activities.

Photo: Washington Make-A-Wish volunteers help grant wishes for children with critical illnesses....

Julia Dallas

'Expanding your family:' Washington Make-A-Wish seeks volunteers amid record numbers

Make-A-Wish Alaska and Washington is on track for a record number of wishes, however, to do that it will need help from volunteers.

Photo: A Seattle pest control professional looks for signs of pests....

Julia Dallas

Seattle pest control company pioneers 'rat birth control' method

Sounds of scratching, gnawing or rustling in your home at night could be signs it could be time to call pest control.