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Seahawks Schedule: Breaking down their full 2024 NFL slate
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‘We got a real gut punch from it:’ Scientist recalls deadly Mount St. Helens eruption
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Rantz: Progressive candidate upset he isn’t running unopposed, makes up candidate
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Kia software upgrade happening this weekend in Bellevue
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SR 520 toll rates will increase this summer, here’s how much:
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Biden and Trump agree to 2 presidential debates, in June and in September
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Privacy vs. finding stolen cars: Seattle considers expanding license plate readers
The Seattle Police Department aims to dramatically expand the use of license plate readers to all 360 of its vehicles.
The game-changing Boeing 707 jet debuted 70 years ago
It was 65 years ago this week that the Boeing 707 debuted in Renton. It was game-changing jetliner that cemented the company's dominance in the market.
13 Western WA residents indicted for major drug ring, 350 pounds of drugs recovered
Federal authorities have indicted 13 people -- all from Western Washington -- for involvement in an alleged drug trafficking ring.
Black bear spotted roaming around Tacoma captured, will be relocated
A black bear that was spotted wondering around Tacoma in recent days is now on his way to the North Cascades.
Seattle passes contract with SPD amid concerns over lack of public comment
The Seattle City Council passed a long-negotiated contract with the Seattle Police Department 8-1 on Tuesday.
Bellevue PD is teaching women to fight back with self-defense
Craig Hanaumi said more than 2,000 women have attended his self-defense workshop since it began. Some traveled more than 60 miles.
SeattleSports.com
Mariners Takeaways: Woo looks good, Muñoz shouldering load, and more
Here are three takeaways after the Seattle Mariners took a three-game set from Kansas City for yet another series win.
RSL beats Sounders 2-0 to stretch unbeaten streak to 9
Andres Gomez and Diego Luna both scored to give Real Salt Lake a 2-0 victory over the Seattle Sounders on Wednesday night.
Ranking the Seahawks’ 2024 games from hardest to easiest
The Seattle Seahawks' 2024 schedule has been released. Here's a quick look at all 17 games, ranked from hardest to easiest.
Seahawks Schedule: Breaking down their full 2024 NFL slate
The Seattle Seahawks released their full 2024 schedule with opponents, dates and times on Wednesday night.
Woo, France lead first-place Mariners past Royals 4-2 for another series win
Ty France homered for the second time in three games, Bryan Woo allowed one run over 5 1/3 innings for his first win and the Seattle Mariners beat the Kansas City Royals 4-2 on Wednesday.
AL West Check-In: Astros’ Blanco suspended for foreign substance
Astros starter Ronel Blanco received a 10-game suspension Wednesday for violating MLB’s prohibitions on foreign substances after being ejected from the game against the Oakland Athletics.
KIRO Newsradio Opinion
Angela Poe Russell: What we can all learn from Harrison Butker’s shocking speech
That’s why the commencement speech by Kansas City Chiefs Kicker Harrison Butker caught me off guard. His theme: Stay in your lane.
Markovich: What do President Joe Biden and Sammy Sosa have in common?
A hotel charged $55 to have your picture taken with baseball’s Sammy Sosa. For President Biden, that photo would cost a minimum of $25,000.
Ross: Social media companies must be responsible for content they broadcast
A phone call takes place between those who agree to talk. But a message posted on social media where anyone can see it? That's a broadcast.
KTTH Opinion
Rantz: Bob Ferguson using 'fake' name in his run for Governor, misstated law to threaten opponent
There were, briefly, three Bob Fergusons running for Governor. There's a scandal here, but it may not be what you think it is.
Rantz: UW Seattle gave barriers to Antifa to keep Jews out of Liberated Zone
The University of Washington (UW) provided the Liberated Zone occupiers with barricades to keep out Zionists and Jews.
Rantz: Seattle homeless man groped himself by 'Free Gaza' hacked sign
A homeless man was pleasuring himself in a Seattle park, across the street from a hacked electronic traffic sign to say "Free Gaza."
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MyNorthwest Traffic
Truck fire shuts down I-405, 2 lanes now open
All lanes of I-405 heading north at Sunset Boulevard in Renton were blocked due to a major truck fire. The HOV lane is now open.
Brace for delays: Everett Revive I-5 is back
It's been over a year since the last downtown Everett Revive I-5. Work starts Friday, May 10, and lasts until Monday.
Sullivan: Airport expansion in high gear as summer travel approaches
The Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is undergoing a massive construction project expansion, making drop-offs and pickups better.
MyNorthwest Weather
Will the northern lights be visible again this week? It's less likely
The northern lights captivated Western Washington and many parts of the U.S. Will they be visible again this week? It's less likely.
Buehner: Will last weekend's 'summer weather' stretch through the week?
By Friday, a weak weather system tracking east into Western Canada will likely bring some cloudiness and cooler temperatures back into Western Washington.
Does Washington get tornadoes? Here's what you need to know:
In recent weeks, there has been a rash of tornadoes across the nation but several listeners recently asked: does Washington get tornadoes?
MyNorthwest Politics
Conservative activist: 'No doubt' duplicate Bob Fergusons would be 'far better' at running state
Ferguson claimed this was a "direct attack" on democracy and the Washington state election system. Both Bob Fergusons subsequently dropped out.
Seattle passes contract with SPD amid concerns over lack of public comment
The Seattle City Council passed a long-negotiated contract with the Seattle Police Department 8-1 on Tuesday.
King County Council votes to increase minimum wage by 25%
The Metropolitan King County Council voted Tuesday to increase the minimum wage in unincorporated King County by 25%.
MyNorthwest Lifestyle
Black bear spotted roaming around Tacoma captured, will be relocated
A black bear that was spotted wondering around Tacoma in recent days is now on his way to the North Cascades.
Will the northern lights be visible again this week? It's less likely
The northern lights captivated Western Washington and many parts of the U.S. Will they be visible again this week? It's less likely.
Opera known for catchy music, humor shines in Seattle
KIRO Newsradio's Heather Bosch spoke with key people involved in Seattle Opera's production of "The Barber of Seville."
MyNorthwest History
Exclusive: Grassroots preservation campaign saves Parkland School
Members of the Parkland Community Association announced Friday that the group has officially assumed ownership of historic Parkland School.
Visiting Captain Vancouver's grave in a tiny village near London
Captain George Vancouver will be commemorated as he is every year at the churchyard near London where he was buried more than 225 years ago.
History only deepens community love for Kirkland’s 'mystery cottage'
A former neighbor shared some additional history and backstory of the "mystery cottage" in Kirkland's newest public park.
National News
Stock market today: Asian shares advance after another round of Wall St records
Asian shares were mostly higher on Thursday after U.S. stocks rallied to records on hopes that inflation is heading back in the right direction. The optimism came from a report showing U.S. consumers had to pay prices for gasoline, car insurance and everything else in April that were 3.4% higher overall than a year earlier, […]
Hawaii native Savannah Gankiewicz crowned Miss USA after the previous winner resigned
Savannah Gankiewicz of Hawaii was crowned Miss USA 2023 on Wednesday, more than a week after the previous titleholder resigned citing her mental health. Gankiewicz, a model who leads a female empowerment nonprofit, will hold the title until August — the remainder of the pagaent’s term, the Honolulu Star-Advertiser reported. “I am ready to make […]
Ship that struck Baltimore bridge had 4 blackouts before disaster. Here's what we know
The Dali container ship experienced a near-perfect storm of calamities before it struck Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge in March, killing six people. But Tuesday’s preliminary report by federal safety investigators leaves many questions unanswered. For example, the National Transportation Safety Board described four power failures that beset the 984-foot (300-meter) ship. Reasons for three […]
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Seattle Storm celebrates 25 years with 3's for Treehouse
The Seattle Storm, a powerhouse in the WNBA, is celebrating its 25th anniversary and is continuing to help kids in need through Treehouse.
Ensuring pet safety on the road with Saving Great Animals, Carter Subaru
Saving Great Animals, along with Carter Subaru, outlined valuable tips to ensure four-legged family members are secure during car rides.
Discover MoPOP's new exhibit: 'Massive: The Power of Pop Culture'
The Museum of Pop Culture invites you to experience pop culture like never before with its new exhibition "Massive: The Power of Pop Culture."