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.

Man arrested following deadly light rail stabbing of beloved Seattle chef

Witnesses told police a Seattle chef got into a fight with two men that quickly resulted in the chef being stabbed several times.
2 years ago

Vandals dump 100 old tires at Shoreline church

Father Harley Crain was admiring the lawn of his Shoreline church. Then he saw a problem -- 100-old tires dumped in the church's backyard.
2 years ago

More aggressive stance taken at University of Washington encampment

The pro-Palestinian encampment at UW is now in its second week and continues to grow. There also seems to be a shift in the mood.
2 years ago

Local Boeing firefighters hit the picket line for livable wages

Boeing firefighters are on the picket line after contract negotiations broke down Saturday. This issue is money.
2 years ago

From baseball games to assault, safety concerns grow at Rainier Playfields

Hundreds of people gather at the Rainier Playfields to enjoy the sun, however, over the years parents have had to deal with safety issues.
2 years ago

‘I’m here as a Jewish person:’ UW pro-Palestinian encampment expands to 60 tents

It is the fourth day of the pro-Palestinian encampment at UW. KIRO Newsradio spoke with a Jewish student who part of the protest.
2 years ago

Pro-Palestinian UW encampment doubles by second day

UW students with the Progressive Student Union set up the encampment and said they would remain there until their demands were met.
2 years ago

Pro-Palestinian encampment on UW campus continues to grow

A pro-Palestinian tent encampment is growing on the UW campus, mirroring protests on college campuses across the country.
2 years ago

Burien camping ban saga continues as mayor speaks on resolution

If you live in King County, you probably know there is an ongoing feud between government officials over Burien's public camping ban.
2 years ago

King County deputies searching for suspected hit-and-run jeep

King County deputies are looking for a jeep believed to be connected to a hit-and-run that happened in White Center.
2 years ago

Western Washington students walk out against Israel-Hamas war

Around 100 West Seattle High School students joined other groups across the nation in protesting against the Israel-Hamas war.
2 years ago

Teen driver arrested after allegedly tearing through crowded Auburn park, hitting woman

An Auburn park was crowded with people last Saturday when an 18-year-old driver jumped the curb and sped through.
2 years ago

State commissioner to decide on high-capacity magazine ban

The Washington State Commissioner held a hearing on whether the ban on high-capacity magazines should be lifted while the full court considers the matter.
2 years ago

AAA: Washington’s gas prices 3rd highest in the country

It is official, Washington are paying the third highest gas prices in the country -- and prices could go even higher.
2 years ago

Sacred Medicine House: A new place to call home for homeless Indigenous people

Friday was the Grand Opening of the Sacred Medicine House, a project spearheaded by the Chief Seattle Club.
2 years ago

Seattle driver runs over tents on downtown sidewalk

Officers pursued a Seattle driver who ran over tents but later abandoned the chase when they learned no one was hurt. But then, the driver came back.
2 years ago

Bellevue strip mall fire leads to huge response, evacuations

Eastside firefighters were called to a strip mall Wednesday morning in the Bel-Red neighborhood on Northwest 20th Street.
2 years ago

After shooting of 2-year-old, Federal Way mayor vows to make city safer

In the wake of two recent shootings, Federal Way Mayor Jim Ferrell said Tuesday he vows to make the city safer for the people who live there.
2 years ago

State Senator Phil Fortunato announces bid for Wash. Secretary of State

Republican State Senator Phil Fortunato has been involved in state government since 1998. Now, he wants to be Washington's Secretary of State.
2 years ago

Washington copper wire thefts cost Lumen $500,000 this year

When it comes to infrastructure vandalism, particularly copper wire theft, Washington and Oregon have a major problem.
2 years ago

Doctor outlines danger for your eyes as solar eclipse approaches

There is always excitement when a solar eclipse is near, but doctors wish there was more understanding of the danger it can cause your eyes.
2 years ago

Mother appears in court as documents state Everett boy, 4, was stabbed repeatedly

Janet Garcia, 27, appeared a Snohomish County court Monday in connection to the death of an Everett boy, her 4-year-old son.
2 years ago

King County’s plan to close youth detention center met with fierce backlash

The King County Law and Justice Committee received a final report on Executive Dow Constantine's plan to close a youth detention center.
2 years ago

Family and friends gather to remember loved ones lost in Renton crash

Family and friends who lost loved ones in this week’s horrific crash in Renton, gathered to remember, and to honor the lives lost.
2 years ago