THE LATEST
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Washington emerges as key campaign fundraising hub for 2024 presidential race
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Rantz: Seattle high school teacher apologizes for anti-Trump quiz
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Snohomish County authorities rescue man from submerged car
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Watch: Trick-or-treater face-plants after stealing bowl of candy on Halloween
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Machinist union to vote on latest Boeing offer: Will they accept?
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‘There is no excuse’: Bellevue hits five-year high in DUI incidents
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MyNorthwest News
You might get steamed over the 'new' Starbucks
If you like your coffee highly-customized, prepare for changes at your corner Starbucks, according to CEO Brian Niccol.
It's time to 'Fall Back' despite the Washington legislature
It is time to change from Pacific Daylight Time (PDT) to Pacific Standard Time (PST), effective at 2 a.m. early Sunday morning, November 3.
'Nursing is one of the most dangerous professions:' Tacoma nurses start picket
Approximately 1,200 registered nurses with St. Joseph Medical Center in Tacoma have started a picket Friday for better working conditions.
Suspect on the loose after fatal mall shooting on Halloween night in Vancouver
One person was killed and two others were injured in a shooting in the food court of a Vancouver Mall Thursday night.
Ferguson leads Washington governor's race by 17.2%, new poll reveals
In Washington’s gubernatorial race, Bob Ferguson has strengthened his lead over Dave Reichert by a significant 17.2% margin.
Betting on the election is now available, but don't try it says the state
The state's gambling commission says don't bet on the election in Washington - it's illegal in the state.
SeattleSports.com
Kraken shut down by Senators in 3-0 loss
The struggles continue for the Seattle Kraken as they fall to the Ottawa Senators and lose for the fifth time in six games.
Seahawks activate O-lineman, elevate 2 from practice squad
Right tackle George Fant is returning for the Seattle Seahawks. Meanwhile, Josh Jobe has been elevated from the practice squad again.
Why Anthony Bradford won Seahawks’ battle at RG
A look at what led to the Seattle Seahawks' decision to roll with Anthony Bradford as their full-time right guard.
Rams star WR Puka Nacua questionable to face Seahawks
Los Angeles Rams star wide receiver Puka Nacua is questionable to play against the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday after aggravating a knee injury.
Video: #Seahawks safety Jerrick Reed describes his ACL injury journey
Seattle Seahawks safety Jerrick Reed II was lost on Nov. 23, 2023 to a torn ACL and describes how he has spent the last 10 months rehabbing the injury to return to the playing field for Seattle. Listen to The Wyman & Bob Show weekdays from 2 p.m. – 7 p.m. live on Seattle Sports […]
Bump: One way the Seahawks can help keep Geno Smith clean
Michael Bumpus explains how the Seattle Seahawks can help alleviate some of the pressure Geno Smith is facing behind their spotty O-line.
KIRO Newsradio Opinion
Medved: The election may be so close that it will 'invite ongoing battles'
Conservative Michael Medved shared his insights on the tight race between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump.
Mayfield: A timely reminder from the parents of a Nobel Prize recipient
Long before Dr. Baker was a Nobel Prize recipient, he was a kid in Seattle Public Schools. He went to Garfield High School.
Markovich: Why are ballot measures so confusing?
Read ballot measures carefully because sometimes yes means no and no means yes says political reporter Matt Markovich.
KTTH Opinion
Rantz: Left-wing media, pundits latest lie about Donald Trump and Liz Cheney is egregious
Left-wing media outlets are using a deceitfully edited Donald Trump quote to claim he called for the execution of Liz Cheney.
Rantz: Seattle small business hit four times in a few hours, owner says city doesn't care
After being hit by thieves four times in just a few hours, a Seattle small business owner is calling out city leaders as simply not caring.
Rantz: Please don't be the adult who wears a Halloween costume to work
It's Halloween on a weekday. This will prompt some adults to wear their Halloween costume to the office. Please don't. You're an adult.
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MyNorthwest Traffic
State Patrol searching for hit-and-run suspect after pedestrian was killed
If drivers saw a WSDOT alert during their commute this morning, WSP is looking for a hit-and-run driver after a pedestrian died.
Sullivan: WA State Patrol is ready for any political violence
WA State Patrol is preparing for what happens if political violence gets worse on election day or the days after the results?
Cause of mudslide that led to 10-hour closure on I-5 in Bellingham revealed
The city of Bellingham revealed in a statement Monday what caused the mudslide that led to a 10-hour closure of I-5 north Sunday.
MyNorthwest Weather
Halloween forecast updates: How much rain will there be this week?
The big question for trick or treaters is whether those showers will taper off by Thursday evening, the night of Halloween.
Overnight freezing temps have returned as Seattle's first frost is just days away
With the nights getting longer, any nighttime clearing of the skies can result in freezing temperatures as the first frost is just days away.
Rain, blustering winds to fade in Western WA until the weekend
This week’s weather will be much quieter after the first significant fall storm with heavy rain and winds moved through Western WA over the weekend.
MyNorthwest Politics
Medved: The election may be so close that it will 'invite ongoing battles'
Conservative Michael Medved shared his insights on the tight race between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump.
Ferguson leads Washington governor's race by 17.2%, new poll reveals
In Washington’s gubernatorial race, Bob Ferguson has strengthened his lead over Dave Reichert by a significant 17.2% margin.
Allegations state ex-Seattle Police Chief Adrian Diaz 'untruthful' with investigators
A claim of dishonesty to investigators led Interim Seattle Police Chief Sue Rahr to place former Police Chief Adrian Diaz on leave.
MyNorthwest Lifestyle
True crime's popularity brings real change for defendants and society. It's not all good
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — In 1989, Americans were riveted by the shotgun murders of Jose and Kitty Menendez in their Beverly Hills mansion by their own children. Lyle and Erik Menendez were sentenced to life in prison and lost all subsequent appeals. But today, more than three decades later, they unexpectedly have a chance of […]
As Mexicans celebrate Day of the Dead, they grapple with what it means to hold on to tradition
MEXICO CITY (AP) — It’s midnight on the fringes of Mexico City, and the San Gregorio Pantheon is not just alive, it’s booming. The roar of mariachis echoes over families adorning the graves of lost loved ones with rows of candles, orange cempasúchil flowers and their favorite treats ranging from pan de muerto to bottles […]
Crowds flock to tiny Massachusetts town to send off New York's Rockefeller Christmas tree
WEST STOCKBRIDGE, Mass. (AP) — This year’s Rockefeller Center Christmas tree comes with a strong New England accent, and locals could not be more excited. The Norway spruce that will travel to New York City hails from West Stockbridge, Massachusetts. It was scheduled to be cut down Thursday and make the roughly 140-mile (225-kilometer) journey […]
MyNorthwest History
All Over The Map: Is Umpqua pronounced UMP-kwuh or UMP-kwah?
We take a deep and highly pedantic dive into the name of a Pacific Northwest bank that also happens to be the name of a river in Oregon.
More Washington spooky tales: 13 Steps at Maltby Cemetery, Prop Man of Orcas Island
We've been collecting your Washington spooky stories and tales about public places around Puget Sound where myths and legends have emerged.
'Unsolved Histories' Episode 5: Another Flight 293 nearly suffered a similar disaster
In Episode 5 of "Unsolved Histories,' Feliks Banel examined the amazing story of survival of the passengers and crew of the other Flight 293.
National News
Iran’s help has transformed Yemen's Houthi rebels into a potent military force, UN experts say
UNITED NATIONS (AP) — Yemen’s Houthi rebels have been transformed from a local armed group with limited capabilities to a powerful military organization with support from Iran, Iraqi armed groups, Lebanon’s Hezbollah militants and others, U.N. experts said in a new report. The Iranian-backed Houthis have exploited the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza and worked to […]
Police in Michigan say 4 killed, 17 injured after semitruck crashes into vehicles stuck in traffic
WEBBERVILLE, Mich. (AP) — Four people were killed and 17 others injured late Saturday after a semitruck crashed into more than a dozen vehicles backed up on Interstate 96 in southeastern Michigan, according to state police. Traffic on I-96 near Webberville had been temporarily stopped Saturday as utility crews were completed work on power lines […]
Who will replace Mitch McConnell as Senate GOP leader? It remains deeply uncertain
WASHINGTON (AP) — Senate Republicans vying to replace longtime leader Mitch McConnell have been crossing the country to campaign and fundraise for colleagues, making their final arguments before a consequential ballot the week after the presidential election. But their pitches are mostly behind closed doors, and most GOP senators won’t yet say which lawmaker they […]
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