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Jake: 'Operation Red Card' is great police work — but why did it take until the World Cup?
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Two-alarm fire erupts inside Arlington logging facility, shuts down several roads
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Seattle Glassblowing Studio now selling Jimothy figurines, ornaments
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Car crashes into Everett neighborhood at 100+ mph after brief pursuit, at least 1 seriously injured
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Amber Alert suspect surrenders after kidnapping 4-year-old daughter in Kennewick
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Kent police searching for vulnerable adult missing since July 12
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MyNorthwest News
Investigators say fire that destroyed Seattle warehouse was set on purpose
Investigators determined that a fire that destroyed a warehouse in Seattle’s Industrial District was intentionally set.
'A lengthy sentence is warranted': 27-year-old Fall City man sentenced for child sex abuse images after prior molestation conviction
A 27-year-old man, who is a former resident of Fall City, was sentenced for possessing child sex abuse images.
Council approves 9.5% Seattle City Light rate hikes, puts transit tax on November ballot
Seattle City Light customers are about to see their monthly electricity bills go up.
5-month-old dies after vehicle catches fire in Tumwater driveway with three children inside
An infant was killed in a vehicle fire in Tumwater Tuesday.
17 arrested, 12 guns seized: inside Operation Red Card, the quiet crackdown behind Seattle's World Cup
Seattle police and federal agents are revealing details about Operation Red Card, a crackdown on crime during Seattle’s World Cup matches.
Petition demands investigation after third seal is shot in the head in WA
A group of people is demanding action after a third seal was shot in the head in Washington.
KIRO Newsradio Opinion
'Jimothy's ranking No. 1': Gee and Ursula brainstorm new WA state flag designs after survey suggests Amazon van, rain jacket
Explore the potential changes to Washington's state flag with Jimothy leading the poll as an option for the redesign.
'$8 for a cup of juice?': Jake, Spike reveal the permits driving up Seattle's food vendor prices
Discover how permit fees are impacting food vendor prices in Seattle events and affecting your dining experience.
Jake, Spike debate over former WA Gov. Jay Inslee linking wildfire surge to climate change
Former Governor Jay Inslee, who has long linked the surge in wildfires and smoke in the Pacific Northwest to climate change, posted on X to further highlight the correlation.
Harger: Coffee was going to kill you. Now five cups a day is heart-healthy. Check back in five years
The American Heart Association came out Monday and said five cups of coffee a day is safe for most adults.
'If they're going to do Jimothy, do it right': Jake and Spike critique Mariners' representation of viral raccoon
Jimothy, the oddly shaped raccoon who has become a Seattle celebrity, made his big-league debut over the weekend.
'Look at the full picture': Gee and Ursula weigh in as 2 former Democratic governors slam WA's spending
Two ex-Democratic governors express concerns over WA's budget discipline and spending practices in Olympia.
Seattle Sports
Seattle Mariners: Recently DFA’d utility man clears waivers, sent to AAA
Just days after the Mariners designated Miles Mastrobuoni for assignment for the season time this season, he cleared waivers to remain with the organization.
Former Seahawks LB Jordyn Brooks signs extension with Miami
Jordyn Brooks has agreed to a three-year contract extension with the Miami Dolphins, ensuring the veteran linebacker remains a core piece of the team’s rebuild.
Mariners could face old friend Marco Gonzales in Rangers series
Texas called up former M's opening day starter Marco Gonzales, who made his first MLB appearance in two years on Tuesday.
Suárez homers against his former team, Reds beat Mariners 4-2
Elly De La Cruz and Nathaniel Lowe also homered for Cincinnati.
Reds pitcher – a former Mariner – apologizes for outburst at umpire
“It’s just a very unprofessional thing on my part,” Reds left-hander Caleb Ferguson said.
Portland Timbers name Martí Cifuentes new head coach
The Spanish coach signed a three-year contract with the Sounders' Cascadia Cup rival.
Seattle Red
Oregon county ditches soft-on-crime policies for retail theft, approves stiffer penalties
After years of looking the other way, this Portland-area county in Oregon is adopting a 'zero-tolerance' approach towards retail theft.
Mark Weaver: Separation of powers is another way of saying ‘stay in your lane!’
President Trump has been criticized for removing U.S. attorney Roger Rogoff, but former deputy attorney general of Ohio Mark Weaver says he was within his right.
WA leaders form new committee to address state’s budget deficits, some lawmakers are skeptical
As Washington State's budget deficit continues to grow, local leaders have formed a new committee to better understand what's causing it.
Spokane County Democrats jump on anti-data center bandwagon, propose 9-month moratorium
Democrat Commissioners in Spokane County have proposed a nine-month moratorium on large data centers in what has become a disturbing trend in Washington State.
Jim Walsh: Colleen Melody must recuse herself when income tax reaches WA’s high court
State Rep. Jim Walsh explains why WA Supreme Court Justice Colleen Melody should recuse herself from any case involving the income tax.
WA named one of the worst states for paying off credit card debt as national total nears $1.4 trillion
A recent WalletHub report ranked Washington as one of the top 10 states where people take the longest to pay off credit card debt. While Americans are projected to increase their collective credit card debt by $100 billion in 2026, nearing a grand total of $1.4 trillion, Washington was listed as a leading contributor. The […]
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MyNorthwest Traffic
'Almost no accountability': Transportation expert says Sound Transit is 'building for the past' amid ballooning budget
KIRO host John Curley, a longtime skeptic of public transportation and its ballooning costs, brought on Charles Prestrud to discuss where Sound Transit went wrong.
SR 202 near Fall City to close this weekend for emergency river embankment repairs
Work is moving to SR 202 near Fall City this week, creating a 16-mile detour for people trying to get around the area.
Westbound SR 20 closed for a semi-truck off the road
According to Trooper Kelsey Harding, shortly before 6:30 p.m. Monday, a semi-truck went off the road on SR 20 just east of SR 9.
MyNorthwest Weather
Pinpoint Alert: Peak heat Wednesday with hottest high temperatures of the year for many
As hot, high-pressure air builds over the Pacific Northwest, temperatures will again climb well into the 90s for many spots Wednesday, stretching from Central Sound down through South Sound.
Jake, Spike debate over former WA Gov. Jay Inslee linking wildfire surge to climate change
Former Governor Jay Inslee, who has long linked the surge in wildfires and smoke in the Pacific Northwest to climate change, posted on X to further highlight the correlation.
Wildfire smoke expected to bring hazy skies to Western Washington
Western Washington residents can expect hazy skies and the smell of wildfire smoke over the next several days as smoke from fires burning in Oregon and Canada drifts into the region.
MyNorthwest Politics
Tukwila City Council approves homeless camping ban on city property, penalties include up to 90 days in jail
The Tukwila City Council has voted to make camping on city property a misdemeanor, approving a controversial ordinance supporters said will help police address homeless encampments.
Judge rules Kalshi likely violated Washington gambling laws
A King County Superior Court judge has ruled that online prediction market operator Kalshi likely violated Washington state gambling laws and consumer protection statutes.
'Robberies have dropped 71%': Federal Way mayor talks policing wins, data centers, but dodges governor question
Crime in Federal Way has significantly declined, with car thefts down 80%, robberies down 71%, and burglaries down 60%.
Lifestyle from Premier Media
When Emerald Queen Casino Was a Riverboat Venue
Originally published on South Sound. Driving along Interstate 5 through Tacoma, the hulking half sphere of the Tacoma Dome is no longer the only notable sight. In 2020, the Puyallup Tribe of Indians’ Emerald Queen Casino went live with its impressive big screen and LED accent lights, pulling the eyes of drivers cruising along that […]
Sip & Savor: Washington Hot Sauce Festival, Lacey Night Market, and Bite of Seattle
Originally published on South Sound. Washington State Hot Sauce Festival The Washington State Hot Sauce Festival is back for its sixth year at the McMillin Farm Brewhouse in Puyallup. From 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. July 25-26, brave the heat with tastings from more than 30 vendors from across the Pacific Northwest. For more information, […]
As the president touts Trump Accounts, some families are still waiting for baby's $1,000
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump says Trump Accounts could hoist children out of poverty and give more Americans the chance to benefit from investments in the stock market. But some parents say they’re still waiting for the money to arrive. Trump on Wednesday plans to speak at a Georgia high school to promote the […]
MyNorthwest History
Historic regional treasure Paul Dorpat dies after 87 years
Historic regional treasure Paul Dorpat has died after 87 years.
'Not something I take lightly': WA Democrats tap rainy day fund, proposed 'millionaire tax' to close budget gap
Washington Democrats reveal a supplemental budget plan addressing the deficit with a millionaire tax and rainy day fund usage.
Suspect arrested following violent rampage at Harborview's Emergency Room
Seattle police report a chaotic scene at the Harborview Emergency Room, where a patient went on a violent rampage over the weekend.
National News
'The last picture': A passing boater's photograph may be the 5 adults who drowned in Ohio
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Marcus L. Martin felt instant trepidation Sunday when he saw five adults wading hip- and waist-deep in the Scioto River. A frequent boater on the Ohio waterway, the Baptist pastor knew the area where they were standing to be treacherous. He believes the people he captured in a photo to be […]
Prosecutor focuses on who knew about singer D4vd’s relationship with teen girl before her killing
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A money manager for D4vd testified Wednesday that he had heard only the first name of Celeste Rivas Hernandez, the 14-year-old girl the singer is charged with killing, before her dismembered body was found in the trunk of a car. The testimony from Benjamin Gregor came on the second day of […]
OpenAI blamed a hacking event on its AI models going rogue. Here are some things to know
ChatGPT maker OpenAI says it is still investigating the “unprecedented cyber incident” that led its artificial intelligence systems to break out of a testing environment and hack into another AI company. OpenAI said Tuesday two of its most capable AI models were responsible for the cyberattack targeting AI startup Hugging Face. The incident is stirring […]
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