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Espresso maker...

Bill Kaczaraba

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.

Fall Back clock...

Ted Buehner

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.

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Frank Sumrall

'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.

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Frank Sumrall

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.

Washington Attorney General Bob Ferguson, left, is seen on April 27, 2023 in Seattle. At right, the...

Matt Markovich

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.

Call it playing the futures or betting, either way, it's illegal in Washington state.  (AP Photo/Ma...

Matt Markovich

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

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The Associated Press

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.

Seattle Seahawks George Fant...

Zac Hereth

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.

Seattle Seahawks...

Zac Hereth

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.

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The Associated Press

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.

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Seattle Sports Video

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 […]

Seattle Seahawks Geno Smith looks to pass Atlanta Falcons 2024...

Cameron Van Til

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

Donald Trump and Kamala Harris are in the home stretch before the election.  (AP Photo)Credit: ASSO...

Bill Kaczaraba

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.

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Frank Sumrall

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.

Photo: Ballots are sorted. The Washington primary is Aug. 6....

Matt Markovich

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

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Jason Rantz

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.

Seattle small business...

Jason Rantz

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.

Photo: People wear a Halloween costume to work....

Jason Rantz

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

hit-and-run...

Frank Sumrall

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.

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Chris Sullivan

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?

Image: A mudslide closed all lanes of I-5 north in Bellingham early in the morning of Sunday, Oct. ...

Tom Brock and Steve Coogan

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

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Ted Buehner

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.

first frost...

Ted Buehner

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.

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Ted Buehner

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

Donald Trump and Kamala Harris are in the home stretch before the election.  (AP Photo)Credit: ASSO...

Bill Kaczaraba

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.

Washington Attorney General Bob Ferguson, left, is seen on April 27, 2023 in Seattle. At right, the...

Matt Markovich

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.

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Matt Markovich

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

FILE - An Oct. 31, 2016 photo provided by the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitati...

Associated Press

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 […]

Families gather by the tomb of their dearly departed, as they celebrate the Day of the Dead, at the...

Associated Press

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 […]

In this image take with a drone, a Norway spruce, this year’s Rockefeller Center Christmas tree, ...

Associated Press

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

Umpqua River...

Feliks Banel

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.

Image: A map of Orcas Island...

Feliks Banel

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.

Image: Richard Pouliot was a decorated Air Force fighter pilot who survived the ditching of Flight ...

Feliks Banel

'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

Houthi supporters raise their machine guns during an Anti- U.S and Israel rally in Sanaa, Yemen, Fr...

Associated Press

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 […]

Associated Press

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 […]

FILE - President Donald Trump brings Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell of Ky., on stage during...

Associated Press

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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Photo: Water damage stands as one of the most costly claims that homeowners face, accounting for ne...

MyNorthwest Staff

'Preventing the preventable:' Most effective ways to protect your home from water damage

Water damage stands as one of the most common and costly claims that homeowners face, accounting for nearly a quarter of all homeowners insurance claims.

Photo: The Mountains to Sound Greenways Trust is hosting a tree-planting fundraiser....

MyNorthwest Staff

Plant today, protect tomorrow: Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust hosts fundraiser

The Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust is hosting a tree-planting fundraiser, helping create a sustainable future for local communities, wildlife and the planet.

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MyNorthwest Staff

Integrating 'good CHEE' to create balance, comfort in your home

Home Comfort Alliance recommends ways to create a home that embodies comfort, health, efficiency and environmental impact.