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How the US could take over Greenland and the potential challenges
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Six killed in Mississippi, suspect in custody
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MyNorthwest News
Mountlake Terrace launches two town halls to discuss budget gap, fiscal sustainability
The City of Mountlake Terrace is launching two "fiscal town halls" in January to receive public feedback from its residents.
Seattle Parks on track to ditch gas leaf blowers; citywide ban lacks clear path forward
A year past its goal, Seattle continues to work on a plan to eliminate gas-powered leaf blowers for a greener future.
Dog ejected through windshield during high-speed chase in Pierce County
A high-speed chase in Pierce County resulted in a dog being ejected from the fleeing vehicle as it came to a crash in a ditch on Tuesday morning.
It's back! Revive I-5 in Seattle returns this weekend
Join the revitalization of Seattle's Ship Canal Bridge this weekend with engaging events and updates from WSDOT on preservation efforts.
Former Expedia employee who hid cameras in bathrooms sentenced to prison
A former Expedia worker who hid cameras in bathrooms receives a four-year prison sentence for invading co-workers' privacy.
Thurston County sheriff tells drivers how to handle ICE stops
Stay informed with the Thurston County sheriff’s essential tips for drivers during ICE encounters.
KIRO Newsradio Opinion
'You have almost a 60% chance of failing': Jake on WA's poor business survival ranking
A new study found that WA is dead last in the country for its business survival rate, concluding that nearly 60% of businesses fail in their first five years.
'Why would I buy gold in WA?': Jake explains why 10.3% precious metals tax will push investors out of state
Learn how Washington's 10.3% tax on gold and silver may drive investors away from the state.
Harger: A 15-year-old led troopers on a 100 mph chase — then went home
WSP troopers said a group of teenagers, including a 15-year-old driver, led them on a high-speed chase around 3:30 a.m. near Marysville.
'Raising the price of the healthier stuff': Curley criticizes WA's 95% vape, zyn tax
The new tax on e-cigarettes and nicotine pouches raises prices, prompting concerns about public health and accessibility.
Harger: WA has third-highest gas prices in nation. Now the state admits its climate program data was off by 96x
Washington's climate program data was inaccurate by 96x, contributing to soaring gas prices.
'There is fraud in every state': Gee and Ursula back fraud crackdown, but not attacks on Somali community
KIRO hosts discuss the impact of alleged daycare fraud on Somali-run centers in Puget Sound, highlighting rising threats and harassment.
SeattleSports.com
3B Alex Bregman agrees to 5-year deal with Cubs
Former Houston Astros third baseman Alex Bregman's new deal with the Chicago Cubs is worth $175 million.
NFC Wild Card: Bears rally from 18 down, stun Packers 31-27
Caleb Williams threw a 25-yard TD pass to DJ Moore with 1:43 remaining as the Bears stormed back to stun the rival Packers 31-27 in an NFC wild card game.
Seahawks will face Rams or 49ers in Divisional Round
The Seattle Seahawks will face one of their bitter rivals – either the Los Angeles Rams or the San Francisco 49ers – in next weekend’s NFC Divisional Round.
Kraken fall to Canes 3-2, ending 10-game point streak
The Seattle Kraken lost in regulation for the first time in 11 games and saw their second-longest point streak in franchise history come to an end.
Rams rally past Panthers 34-31 on ex-Seahawk’s go-ahead TD
Ex-Seahawks tight end Colby Parkinson caught a go-ahead TD in the final minute as the Rams beat the Panthers 34-31 to avoid a major NFC wild-card round upset.
Seahawks’ DB duo is something no other defense has
"They've got two aces in their hand that no (other) team has," NFL Network reporter Steve Wyche said of the Seattle Seahawks' "Dark Side" defense.
Seattle Red
Community leader Carmen Goers announces run for Washington State Senate, 47th District
Auburn banker and community leader Carmen Goers launches campaign for Washington’s 47th District Senate seat.
Sean Duffy: Alaska Airlines’ massive Boeing order is proof American manufacturing is back
Alaska Airlines orders Boeing jets as DOT modernizes air travel safety by 2028.
The Presidential AI Challenge: Igniting a new era for the next generation
The Presidential AI Challenge shows why AI skills are quickly becoming the new baseline for students and workers — not a bonus, but an expectation.
Bryan Kohberger’s drug addiction past revealed as sister speaks out after guilty plea
Bryan Kohberger’s sister reveals he once struggled with heroin addiction before attending Washington State University and murdering four Idaho students.
Oregon Governor Tina Kotek seeks 2027 overhaul after $4.3B transportation plan collapses
Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek moves to scrap her $4.3B transportation plan, citing funding gaps and looming layoffs.
Could Minnesota-style welfare fraud be hiding in Washington? Rep. Baumgartner looks for answers
Rep. Michael Baumgartner urges federal agencies to review Washington welfare programs after Minnesota fraud cases expose weak safeguards and oversight failures.
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MyNorthwest Traffic
It's back! Revive I-5 in Seattle returns this weekend
Join the revitalization of Seattle's Ship Canal Bridge this weekend with engaging events and updates from WSDOT on preservation efforts.
Lanes reopened after back half of double dump truck rolled over on I-405 in Bothell
The back half of a double dump truck rolled over on southbound I-405 in Bothell, causing significant delays.
All lanes of northbound I-5 in Federal Way back open after multi-vehicle crash
A three-vehicle crash on NB I-5 in Federal Way was blocking lanes, causing traffic delays.
MyNorthwest Weather
Fresh snow boosts Cascade snowpack, with warm, wet weather arriving next week
An atmospheric river-oriented Pacific weather system is expected to follow and bring warmer rain into the region Sunday into Monday.
Heavy snow forecast in parts of western WA, travel could be 'very difficult to impossible'
A cold weather system brings heavy snow and strong winds, making travel in western Washington "very difficult to impossible."
Snow falls in Bellingham as winter storm moves south From Canada
Snow is falling in Bellingham on Wednesday just before 8 a.m., KIRO Traffic confirmed.
MyNorthwest Politics
Seattle Parks on track to ditch gas leaf blowers; citywide ban lacks clear path forward
A year past its goal, Seattle continues to work on a plan to eliminate gas-powered leaf blowers for a greener future.
No hearings planned for Let's Go Washington initiatives
Washington Legislature won't discuss Let's Go Washington initiatives affecting schools and families this session.
New bill would regulate Flock license plate cameras across WA
The Washington state Legislature is about to start its 2026 session, and among the most important bills and topics to be discussed is the use of Flock cameras across the state.
MyNorthwest Lifestyle
Buddhist monks and their dog captivate Americans while walking for peace
A group of Buddhist monks and their rescue dog are striding single file down country roads and highways across the South, captivating Americans nationwide and inspiring droves of locals to greet them along their route. In their flowing saffron and ocher robes, the men are walking for peace. It’s a meditative tradition more common in […]
Seattle weekend events: Get your game on, plan your next adventure
Discover exciting Seattle weekend events to kick off the new year. Find activities for everyone in the heart of the city.
'Worst in Show' CES products include AI refrigerators, AI companions and AI doorbells
The promise of artificial intelligence was front and center at this year’s CES gadget show. But spicing up a simple machine like a refrigerator with unnecessary AI was also a surefire way to win the “Worst in Show.” The annual contest that no tech company wants to win announced its decisions Thursday. Among those getting […]
MyNorthwest History
'Astonishing, audacious': Retired 4-star general praises Venezuela operation, but asks: What's next?
Retired general commends Maduro's capture but questions the next steps for U.S. strategy in Venezuela's evolving political landscape.
Spotify Wrapped 2025: Seattle's top artists, songs, albums revealed
The 2025 edition of Spotify Wrapped was revealed on Wednesday, with a complete list of Seattle's go-to choices for artists, songs, and albums in 2025.
Two suspects shot during attempted carjacking on Queen Anne hill
A man trying to keep armed thugs from carjacking his sports car on Queen Anne hill early Sunday morning opened fire, apparently injuring two suspects.
National News
Reference to Trump's impeachments is removed from the display of his Smithsonian photo portrait
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump’s photo portrait display at the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery has had references to his two impeachments removed, the latest apparent change at the collection of museums he has accused of bias as he asserts his influence over how official presentations document U.S. history. The wall text, which summarized Trump’s […]
Thousands of New York City nurses set to strike Monday if deal isn't reached with hospitals
NEW YORK (AP) — Thousands of nurses at some of New York City’s biggest hospitals could go on strike Monday during a severe flu season, three years after a similar walkout forced some of the same medical facilities to transfer some patients and divert ambulances. The looming strike could impact operations at several of the […]
Minnesota braces for what's next amid immigration arrests and in the wake of Renee Good shooting
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Already shaken by the fatal shooting of a woman by an immigration officer, Minnesota’s Twin Cities on Sunday braced for what many expect will be a new normal over the next few weeks as the Department of Homeland Security carries out what it called its largest enforcement operation ever. In one Minneapolis […]
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WSECU Community Champion: Chrystal Ortega's mission to feed Spokane
Chrystal Ortega's tireless dedication recently earned her the WSECU Community Champions Award and a $1,000 grant to further the mission.
'Food is my tool, community is my purpose': Meet the Tacoma chef feeding hundreds for free
When Shawn Tibbitts opened Tibbitts FernHill, he was just trying to survive. The small Tacoma restaurant has since earned culinary awards and praise.
Wilcox Family Farms donates nearly 1 million eggs to regional food banks this holiday season
Wilcox Family Farms is continuing its cherished holiday tradition of giving back by donating nearly one million eggs to food banks across the South Sound region this season.