James Lynch

James has an extensive background in broadcast news. Previous to joining KIRO Newsradio, James served as FOX 13 Seattle's senior reporter for over a decade and also served as communications chief at the Pierce County Prosecutor's Office.

Greenwood homeless camp grows, as does neighbors’ frustration

Longtime residents in Seattle's Greenwood neighborhood say the camp has been located at that corner since at least 2016.

2 days ago

Jayapal responds after being criticized for CNN comments about Israel-Hamas war

Democratic U.S. Rep. Pramila Jayapal of Seattle was asked about the rape of Israeli women during the Oct. 7 attack that started the Israel-Hamas war.

3 days ago

Police standoff in Parkland ends after suspect found dead in home

Authorities in Parkland were in a standoff Tuesday morning with a man who had been shooting at police and deputies.

4 days ago

Seattle considering kids playground at clothing-optional beach

According to Seattle spokesperson Christina Hirsch, Seattle is considering putting a small children’s playground on the northwest corner of the park.

4 days ago

Lynch: I watched the Hamas videos so you don’t have to

There aren’t enough suitable adjectives to describe watching the Hamas videos. Horrific. Barbaric. Brutal. Appalling. Those are just a few.

9 days ago

Police scrambling for answers after two fatal shootings in Auburn 10 hours apart

Police in Auburn are looking for information on two fatal shootings that happened less than 10 hours apart.

11 days ago

Tacoma businesses give back by reimbursing families’ Thanksgiving dinners

It's no secret that the price of groceries has skyrocketed, causing hardship for a lot of families. Add the cost of Thanksgiving dinner and the problem is amplified.

15 days ago

‘Light the World Giving Machines’ look to give back to community

Are you in the giving mood this holiday season? If so, there is a fast, easy way to give with the 'Light the World Giving Machines' at Alderwood Mall.

19 days ago

Program goes on: Car dealership etches catalytic converters to prevent theft

Tacoma Police and Titus-Will Toyota are partnering again to etch catalytic converters with a unique serial number to prevent and discourage theft.

25 days ago

Tacoma Police seek help in cold case of veteran’s 2020 murder

Dante Robinson, 28, was a military veteran who previously served in Afghanistan. He was shot and killed on March 31, 2020.

27 days ago

Stolen cars recovered in Pierce County; several people arrested in multi-agency sweep

A sweep headed by the Puget Sound Auto Theft Task Force recovered 12 stolen cars and trucks, focusing on prolific car thieves all over the greater Tacoma area.

1 month ago

Voter turnout expected to be low in important Wash. election

Despite ballots packed with important races and initiatives, only 20% of registered voters will cast ballots.