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Sunrise and White River entrance at Mount Rainier closed due to wildfire
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Exhausted FOX13 news anchor, mom of 2 goes viral for dozing off on-air
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'What happened to our men?': Gee and Ursula react to women outnumbering men in the workforce
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Starbucks shutters another Seattle store as closures and layoffs mount
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MyNorthwest News
Major sports events, full closure on I-405 will make for very busy Seattle commute all weekend
This weekend around the Seattle area might go down as one of the busiest of the summer for the Washington State Department of Transportation.
'My feet are here': Interim SPD Chief Andre Sayles addresses crime, Mayor Katie Wilson, and Seattle's path forward
Interim Seattle Police Chief Andre Sayles said he’s committed to Seattle and focused on restoring trust and safety.
Raccoon crashes Seattle Mariners' first Jimothy Night — event returns tonight
The Seattle Mariners celebrated "Hot Jimothy Summer" with a special night honoring viral raccoon Jimothy on Wednesday.
Salesforce to lay off 59 employees in Seattle and Bellevue
Salesforce, a major customer relationship management platform, is laying off 59 workers in Seattle and Bellevue.
City of Seattle issues Stage 2 Burn Ban
The City of Seattle has joined King County in issuing a Stage 2 Burn Ban as dry, hot conditions persist.
KIRO Newsradio Opinion
'I can see the commercial now': KIRO hosts push back on WA's decision to waive bar exam for hundreds after Yakima mishap
KIRO host Spike O'Neill and KIRO fill-in host Greg Tomlin pushed back on the Washington Supreme Court's decision to waive the bar exam.
Duecy: I thought I was just getting older. It sucked. Then an MRI revealed a pituitary tumor
In May, after a series of doctor visits, blood tests, and an MRI, I heard words I never expected to hear: "You have a benign tumor near your brain."
Harger: Pierce County forgot to charge me for a school levy, sent a letter blaming nobody, and wants $1,100 by November
I got a letter from the Pierce County Assessor-Treasurer, informing us of a "discrepancy" on our 2026 property tax statement. Not a mistake. A discrepancy.
'Virtue signaling': KIRO hosts debate former Gov. Jay Inslee linking Spokane fires to climate change
Former Washington Governor Jay Inslee made a post on social media Sunday linking the fires raging in Spokane to climate change.
'She's not turning them on': Gee and Ursula split on whether $250,000 for Seattle cameras should be used for other resources
KIRO hosts Gee and Ursula were split on whether $250,000 set aside for Seattle surveillance cameras should be used for other resources.
Ask Ursula: My stepson never calls his dad, when can I get involved?
It's been years since my stepson contacted his dad to wish him a happy birthday or even a happy Father's Day. Should I intervene?
Seattle Sports
AL-best Rays beat Mariners 4-1 to complete sweep
The Mariners fell a season-high seven games below .500 with their 13th loss in 18 games.
College sports bill stuck in Senate, potential vote delayed
The Protect College Sports Act failed to reach a Senate vote during an all-night, pre-recess session.
How does Ouzts’ status impact Seahawks’ plans at fullback?
Mike Macdonald and Brian Fleury discussed the state of the fullback position as Robbie Ouzts remains sidelined.
Seahawks’ Week 3 opponent will be missing star left tackle
Washington Commanders five-time Pro Bowl left tackle Laremy Tunsil is expected to miss most of the season with a torn triceps.
Shanahan plans to coach 49ers’ preseason opener after car crash
49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan said he's nearly fully recovered from his July 14 car crash.
What stood out from Seahawks’ annual Lumen Field practice
AJ Finley had a "full-circle moment," Emanuel Wilson showed he's more than just a bruiser, and more.
Seattle Red
Rantz: Seattle festival sets up safe houses and a rapid response team in case ICE shows up, and KING 5 pretends it’s news
KING 5 ran a South Park festival story where an activist called ICE arrests kidnappings, then detailed the safe houses organizers set up, without one hard question.
House Speaker Mike Johnson says the WA 3rd District race will decide the ‘fate of the Republic’
House Speaker Mike Johnson stumped for John Braun in Vancouver days after a 263-vote primary finish, calling WA-03 the seat that decides the fate of the Republic.
Bob Ferguson announces construction of new ferry, glosses over one awkward detail
Gov. Bob Ferguson is taking a victory lap over the construction of Washington's new ferries that will be built out of state due to Washington labor costs.
Meyer: Thomas Jefferson taught us how to deal with bullies like Iran
As President Trump seeks an end to the conflict in Iran, he should look to how Thomas Jefferson dealt with a similar ordeal, writes Jackson Meyer.
Seattle retailers warn crackdown on surveillance pricing will worsen affordability crisis
As Seattle considers a ban on surveillance pricing, stores are warning that it would result in higher prices for consumers.
Oregon Democrats stoke anti-data center hysteria with proposal for three-year moratorium
Democrats in the Oregon Legislature are pushing for a three-year halt on new large data centers, which has become a disturbing trend in the Beaver State.
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MyNorthwest Traffic
Major sports events, full closure on I-405 will make for very busy Seattle commute all weekend
This weekend around the Seattle area might go down as one of the busiest of the summer for the Washington State Department of Transportation.
TRAFFIC: Major highway closures across Puget Sound this weekend
Drivers across the Puget Sound should prepare for one of the busiest travel weekends of the summer.
I-5 northbound fully blocked in South Tacoma after crash involving up to 10 cars
The northbound lanes of Interstate 5 were fully blocked in South Tacoma early Friday morning after a multi-car crash involving a semi-truck.
MyNorthwest Weather
Weekend Weather: Air quality improves, Red Flag Warnings remain in effect
We’re still waking up to some smoke and haze across western Washington, but the good news is air quality is much improved.
City of Seattle issues Stage 2 Burn Ban
The City of Seattle has joined King County in issuing a Stage 2 Burn Ban as dry, hot conditions persist.
'It's nonsense': Cliff Mass says 'crazy people starting fires' has nothing to do with climate change
Spokane Complex Fires rage on as Cliff Mass highlights the climate change claims are unsupported and rising winds could affect the region's safety.
MyNorthwest Politics
'My feet are here': Interim SPD Chief Andre Sayles addresses crime, Mayor Katie Wilson, and Seattle's path forward
Interim Seattle Police Chief Andre Sayles said he’s committed to Seattle and focused on restoring trust and safety.
New Seattle policy aims to block retailers from using personal data to set grocery prices
Mayor Katie Wilson and two city councilmembers announced a new affordability policy on Friday to eliminate price gouging, and make groceries more affordable.
Gov. Ferguson invites President Trump to Spokane to witness devastation firsthand
Washington Governor Bob Ferguson has invited President Donald Trump to see the fire damage and devastation in Spokane.
Lifestyle from Premier Media
Washington Needs a Plan to Grow the Economy
Originally published on 425 Business. Warning lights continue to flash red for Washington’s economy. Employers are becoming more pessimistic about the state economy and increasingly looking outside Washington to expand. At this pivotal moment, Washington needs a long-term economic-development plan that gives employers the confidence to invest, grow, and build their future here. In the […]
Bellevue Real Estate Company Snaps Up Seattle Apartment Complex
Originally published on 425 Business. Kidder Mathews recently announced that Bellevue’s Nordic Partners Investments has acquired Monticello, a 107-unit apartment building located at 415 Boren Ave. in Seattle’s First Hill neighborhood. Kidder Mathews’ Simon | Anderson Mulifamily Team represented the seller and brought Nordic Partners Investments into the deal. Built in 1957, Monticello has 42,342 […]
Issaquah Commons Adds 16 New EV-Charging Stations to Property
Originally published on 425. Issaquah Commons announced earlier this week that 16 new electric-vehicle charging stations have been added to the property as part of the Tesla Supercharger network. The chargers are available now at the shopping center along Northwest Gilman Boulevard. Issaquah Commons is an open-air shopping center managed and leased by real estate […]
MyNorthwest History
Heat, smoke make for true 'dog days of summer' in western Washington this week
August is already here, sometimes called the dog days of summer. Temperatures are forecast to climb back into the 80s on Thursday with some areas in the 90s.
Red Flag Warning: Eastern Washington braces for dangerous wildfire conditions this weekend
Have plans to head to eastern Washington this weekend to escape the expected much cooler weather in western Washington?
Historic regional treasure Paul Dorpat dies after 87 years
Historic regional treasure Paul Dorpat has died after 87 years.
National News
Wisconsin, Minnesota primaries are next to feature progressive clash with Democratic establishment
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Progressive candidates for governor in Wisconsin and U.S. Senate in Minnesota are making their final pushes ahead of Tuesday’s election, increasing the pressure on a Democratic establishment that has spent the year on its heels. The primaries come a week after Abdul El-Sayed narrowly defeated Rep. Haley Stevens in Michigan’s divisive […]
Trump announces staff secretary Will Scharf will be his new White House counsel
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump announced Sunday that his new White House counsel will be Will Scharf, the staff secretary who as the Trump-appointed head of the National Capital Planning Commission helped secure approval for the $400 million ballroom project. Trump said that, beginning Sept. 1, Scharf will be replacing David Warrington, who will […]
Wildfires burn across western US and Canada as residents are evacuated
Wildfires burning across the western U.S. and Canada on Sunday left some residents keeping a weary eye out for possible evacuation orders while others already forced to flee their homes waited to see what would be left on their return. In western Canada, over 20,000 people were forced to flee communities along Okanagan Lake in […]
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AC not cooling during Seattle heat wave? 4 things to check before calling for emergency repair
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How Puget Sound homeowners can spot a trustworthy roofer (and avoid the scams making headlines)
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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.