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Clayton: Seahawks’ chances of bouncing back in 2022 just got better
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University of Washington returns to in-person learning Jan. 31
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Dori: Gun-toting Bellevue woman scares off looter after neighborhood is evacuated following mudslide
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State Sen. Reuven Carlyle to step aside after 13 years in office
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Dori: How far will the University of Washington's 'word police' go?
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Local News
Nicole Jennings
New bill has Washington tribes, farmers divided over salmon protective zones
Advocates say a bill to establish salmon protective zones along rivers would save the salmon, but farmers say it would destroy their businesses.
Nick Bowman
Washington AG claims Google illegally tracks users in 'dark' pattern of behavior
Washington Attorney General Bob Ferguson filed a lawsuit on Monday against Google, alleging that the company illegally tracks its users.
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk
Homes in Magnolia area going on 48 hours without internet after cables cut, stolen by vandals
It has now been more than 48 hours since Seattle's Magnolia neighborhood has had phone and internet service due to cut cables and wiring.
MyNorthwest Staff
Air Stagnation Advisory in effect for Western Washington to start the week
The Puget Sound region is going to be socked in with fog through most of this week, which has triggered an Air Stagnation Advisory.
Dalton Day
International coalition purchases mining rights to ‘ecologically sensitive’ Skagit River headwaters
The mining company Imperial Metals has sold its stake on the Upper Skagit River to the province of B.C. with assistance from Washington state.
Nick Bowman
Group seeking to change how Seattle voting works builds large early war chest
A push to dramatically alter the way Seattle votes in primary elections is already getting significant financial support in its early days.710 ESPN Seattle
Stacy Rost
Rost: What are Seahawks missing that the 4 NFL teams still alive have?
With the NFL's conference championship matchups set, Stacy Rost puts the focus on one strength those teams all share that the Seahawks need to improve for 2022.
John Clayton
Clayton: Seahawks’ chances of bouncing back in 2022 just got better
A lot of news coming out of the NFC over the divisional playoffs round weekend should have a positive impact for the Seahawks next season.
Brent Stecker
How close are Seahawks to level of teams in NFL championship games?
After watching four teams advance to the NFL's conference championship games, Jake Heaps breaks down how he thinks the Seahawks compare.
Maura Dooley
Seahawks’ special teams deserve some praise after Packers’ collapse
Maura Dooley explains why the Seahawks' special teams didn't get enough credit, especially after seeing how special teams cost Green Bay in the playoffs.
The Associated Press
Oregon builds big early lead, beats UW Huskies 84-56
Will Richardson scored 21 points as Oregon won its sixth straight game with a 84-56 victory over the UW Huskies on Sunday night.
The Associated Press
Seattle Kraken take down NHL-leading Florida Panthers 5-3
Mason Appleton scored his first goal in nearly two months 26 seconds into the third period, Philipp Grubauer made 28 saves, and the Seattle Kraken beat the Florida Panthers 5-3 on Sunday night.Jason Rantz
Jason Rantz
Rantz: Seattle man live-tweeted 'hostage taking.' He keeps getting out of jail
A man who says he suffers from mental illness attempted to take hostages at a Seattle Target. He's pulled this dangerous stunt before.
Jason Rantz
Rantz: Concern as 20% of fully vaccinated Seattle police hit with COVID this month
A fully vaccinated Seattle Police Department suffered nearly 20% of its staff contracting COVID in just the first 21 days of January.
Jason Rantz
Rantz: King County fired the unvaccinated, now pays $103 an hour to fix staffing crisis
The staffing situation at King County jails is so dire that some correction officers are now being paid over $100 an hour for overtime.
Jason Rantz
Rantz: Man allegedly car prowls for an hour in broad daylight, as police couldn't respond
A man was caught on video as he appears to car prowl in Tacoma. Police officers were nowhere to be seen, but even if they were, he couldn't be detained.
Jason Rantz
Rantz: Seattle-area school uses MLK Jr. Day to bash police and USA
A local school used a Martin Luther King Day assembly to amplify virulently anti-police and anti-American messages. Is this what the holiday is meant for?
KTTH staff
New state Senator Simon Sefzik views his young age 'as an asset'
The 42nd Legislative District has a new state senator: 22-year-old Simon Sefzik. He tells the Jason Rantz Show he's excited to learn and get to work.Dave Ross
MyNorthwest Staff
Seattle Children's pediatrician knows it's 'challenging' to get young kids to mask up
A number of parents of young kids are feeling left behind at this point in the COVID-19 pandemic as the nation tries to return to normal.
Dave Ross
Ross: Seattle may get to see 'approval voting' in action
There is some real money behind the latest attempt to reform primary elections in Seattle, with a system called "approval voting."
MyNorthwest Staff
New study details 'startling' effect large tsunami would have on Western Washington
A new study from the state Department of Natural Resources details the devastating effect a large tsunami would have on Washington's coastal areas.
Dave Ross
Ross: Beat the vote suppressors at their own game
Democrats have promised to keep fighting for voting rights, and that includes Rep. Derek Kilmer. So, I tried to sell him my idea of radical compliance.
MyNorthwest Staff
McKenna: 'Real chance' Bremerton coach could prevail in SCOTUS case over praying at games
Could former Bremerton High School football Coach Joe Kennedy finally score a legal victory in front of the Supreme Court?
MyNorthwest Staff
Washington Rep. Kilmer says voting rules must pass the 'grandma' test
Congressman Derek Kilmer believes certain voting rights need to be enshrined nationwide, and it has to do with his grandmaDori Monson
Dori Monson
Dori: Was Issaquah HS basketball coach dumped over ideology?
Issaquah High School’s varsity girls’ basketball coach Doug Crandall has been on administrative leave for over a month without explanation.
Dori Monson
Dori exclusive: Seattle lawyer once investigated in rapist husband's case now a local judge
The wife of a Seattle lawyer convicted in five separate attacks a decade ago is now a sitting municipal court judge in Lake Forest Park.
Dori Monson
Dori: Upcoming book reveals 'toxic liar' led Seattle schools' ethnic studies program
“Race to the Bottom: Uncovering the Secret Forces Destroying American Public Education” is a shocking expose that will come as a surprise to many.
Dori Monson
Dori: Oops! Maple Valley school pulls back on 'VIP' list for vaccinated students
After “VIP seating” that came with “an added privilege” for COVID-vaccinated students, the Maple Valley school has reversed its decision.
Dori Monson
Dori: Keep an eye on scores of anti-gun bills in Olympia
State lawmakers consider nearly 30 anti-gun bills, some of which attempt to bypass a statute that preserves uniform gun laws in the state.
Dori Monson
Dori: Soft on crime policies from state Democrats have tragic consequences
Washington state Democrats in the Legislature have made it open season for car thefts and the tragic consequences that can ensue.Gee & Ursula
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show
Gee & Ursula: Is it time for an income tax in Washington state?
Is it time for an income tax in Washington state? The Gee and Ursula Show team wants to dig into a few more details on this proposal before supporting it.
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show
Gee & Ursula: Data shows pandemic has impacted learning for Washington students
Test scores in Washington have dropped during the COVID-19 pandemic, with just 30% of students in grades 4-11 meeting standards in math.
MyNorthwest Staff
Gee interviews CEO Dan Price on latest episode of 'Leaving a Legacy'
On episode three of “Leaving a Legacy,” Gee Scott interviews Gravity Payments CEO Dan Price, who famously paid all his employees a $70,000 minimum salary.
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show
Gee & Ursula: No winners in battle over limiting free speech in Washington
Proposals that seek to limit aspects of free speech are coming from both sides of the aisle during the current legislative session in Washington state.
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show
Seattle Mayor Harrell looks to form third public safety department for unarmed responders
Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell wants to supplement the city's police and fire departments with a third public safety department.
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show
Gee & Ursula: Report shows most Kroger grocery workers struggle to afford food
A new report shows that more than two-thirds of Kroger grocery workers are struggling to afford food, housing, or other basic needs.Podcasts
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Seattle Traffic
Chris Sullivan
Market expert: Consumer confidence in electric vehicles is on the rise
Price, charging infrastructure, and range are the three improving indexes for gradual consumer confidence in electric vehicles.
Chris Sullivan
Major US airlines warn of flight disruptions Wednesday as new 5G service starts
Many airlines are warning of flight delays Wednesday as new 5G frequencies are fired up by cell phone companies that could interfere with landing.
Chris Sullivan
Reversible lane between SR 520 and I-5 under construction
The state Department of Transportation is ramping up work to add a reversible HOV lane between SR 520 and the I-5 express lanes in Seattle.
Chris Sullivan
WSDOT accuses Kittitas County of 'misinformation' on snow removal dispute
The head of the Washington State Department of Transportation is basically saying Kittitas County is lying about its snow removal complaint.
Chris Sullivan
Uncertainty surrounding COVID, work schedules brings changes to Puget Sound commute
Commute times typically see a dip over the winter holidays, but it springs right back after the first of the year. That didn't happen this year.
Chris Sullivan
WSDOT head tells legislature vaccine mandate had no impact on recent pass closures
The head of the Washington State Department of Transportation faced angry lawmakers Monday, asking if the vaccine mandate had an impact on pass closures.Northwest History
Feliks Banel
All Over The Map: Cape Disappointment 2, Visitors 0
A forgotten missionary -- Jonathan S. Green -- really wanted to visit the Pacific Northwest, and especially the Columbia River, nearly 200 years ago.
Feliks Banel
Slim, Jim, and Jay: Revive the 30-mile Cascade Tunnel for cars and trains?
The recent snow that shut down traffic over the passes inspired a former member of Congress from Seattle to reach out to Gov. Inslee with a bold solution.
Feliks Banel
All Over The Map: How an Auburn family stayed in touch by locomotive and dish towel
When Auburn was a serious railroad town, there was one local railroad engineer who had a unique way to let his wife know he would soon need a ride home.
Feliks Banel
Family seeks Hall of Fame honor for long-ago UW football hero
One standout All-American figure from the UW football team’s early days is missing. Huber “Polly” Grimm's grandson is working to change that.
Feliks Banel
All Over The Map: Who named the 'Inland Empire?'
The nickname “Inland Empire” probably peaked in usage on maps and tourist literature decades ago, describing a region with Spokane at its center.