James Lynch

KIRO Newsradio reporter

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.

Couple accused of stabbing, carjacking DoorDash driver appear in court

Seven children, ranging in age from 6 months to 9 years old, were found safe by the Clallam County Sheriff’s Office after they were allegedly kidnapped. 
1 year ago

WSP chief calls for lower BAC limit in Washington

WSP Chief Batiste urges lowering the BAC limit from 0.08 to 0.05 to enhance road safety.
1 year ago

Sequim police thwart suspected school shooter who threatened students

Police in the city of Sequim, on the Olympic Peninsula, may have thwarted a school shooting on Sunday.
1 year ago

Seattle police arrest nearly a dozen people for food stamp fraud

Nearly a dozen arrested by Seattle police for food stamp fraud after a three-month investigation in the Chinatown-International District.
1 year ago

Arsonist sets up to 8 fires in an hour across Seattle’s Mount Baker neighborhood

The Seattle Police Department is looking for an arsonist who set as many as eight fires overnight in about an hour's time.
1 year ago

88-year-old woman fights off attacker who bit off her finger, suspect at large

Seattle police are searching for a man who brutally bit off an elderly woman's finger during a violent attack.
1 year ago

21-year-old takes deputies on dangerous, high-speed chase

A 21-year-old man took Pierce County deputies and Puyallup police on a dangerous, high-speed chase in a stolen car.
1 year ago

15-year-old killed, man injured in Capitol Hill shooting, no arrests yet

One person died and another was injured in a shooting Thursday night in Seattle's Capitol Hill neighborhood.
1 year ago

Drive here often? Western WA has state’s most dangerous stretch of highway

Western Washington is home to the most dangerous stretch of highway in the state.
1 year ago

Bellevue man posts bail after police find child porn cache dating back to 1970s

A welfare check led Bellevue officers to a cache of child pornography at a man's home.
1 year ago

Prolific graffiti tagger arrested twice last year faces charges

Investigators said a prolific graffiti tagger is responsible for tens of thousands of dollars in damage and cleanup.
1 year ago

89-year-old woman sues Turkish Airlines over injuries while boarding Seattle flight

Helena Masovaric, a disabled, 89-year-old woman who was allegedly seriously injured while boarding a flight from SEA to Istanbul, has filed a lawsuit against Turkish Airlines Tuesday.
1 year ago

14-year-old in custody after allegedly bringing loaded gun to school

A 14-year-old boy allegedly brought a loaded gun to Spanaway Lake High School.
1 year ago

King County prosecutor’s office expands efforts to prevent school violence

King County prosecutors now have more options for high-risk students and to prevent school violence.
1 year ago

9 Pierce County deputies move to police department for better pay

Eleven Pierce County deputies are making the lateral move to the Tacoma Police Department.
1 year ago

Thurston County sheriff warns of ‘largest setback’ in county history amid budget cuts

Thurston County Sheriff Derek Sanders is sounding the alarm about looming budget cuts, which he believes will negatively impact public safety. The County is facing a $24 million budget deficit, and Sheriff Sanders is being asked to cut $4.5 million from his budget. “It would signify the largest setback for law enforcement and public safety […]
1 year ago

‘Stay out of Seattle’: Washington leaders brace for possible federal takeover in Seattle

Seattle's Mayor and Attorney General address concerns over a federal takeover similar to Portland's recent situation.
1 year ago

Kitsap County Sheriff: String of fires near Tracyton may be arson

Deputies with the Kitsap County Sheriff's Office fear there is an arsonist at work in the Tracyton area of unincorporated Bremerton.
1 year ago

27 dogs found living in small bedroom, seized from Pierce County home

Animal control officers seized 27 dogs from a Midland residence, highlighting ongoing animal welfare concerns in Pierce County.
1 year ago

Over 3,200 survivors use King County’s new protection order portal

Discover how King County's protection order portal aids thousands in seeking safety and justice efficiently and effectively.
1 year ago

Teen accused of planning mass shooting to stay in custody, judge says

The 13-year-old boy who Pierce County prosecutors say was planning a mass shooting will remain in custody, at least for now.
1 year ago

Pedestrian struck and killed in Seattle’s Beacon Hill neighborhood

The Seattle Police Department (SPD) is investigating a fatal crash involving a pedestrian in Beacon Hill.
1 year ago

Bellevue murder suspect arrested in Portland

A 28-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a July homicide in Bellevue, police announced Wednesday.
1 year ago

Stakeholders propose 15-point safety plan for Little Saigon

Residents and business owners in Little Saigon demand action against persistent crime with a new comprehensive safety plan.
1 year ago