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.

Renton juvenile crime skyrocketing, one tactic up 900%, says chief

Juvenile crime is skyrocketing in Renton. The Renton police chief posted a message on X addressing the issue.
2 years ago

Garfield High School parents hold rally surrounding gun violence

It has been a week plagued with gun violence in the Central District near Garfield High School. Parents are fed up.
2 years ago

State of Washington to pay $8.5M to families of 2021 DUI crash victims

The state of Washington will pay $8.5 million to the families of two people killed in a 2021 DUI crash on Whidbey Island, one attorney said.
2 years ago

Officials debate who’s to blame for death of homeless person in Burien

The body of a homeless person was found Thursday morning at an encampment next to Burien City Hall.
2 years ago

Prosecutors: No charges in deadly 2020 SPD officer-involved shooting

Prosecutors said they will not pursue charges against an SPD officer who shot and killed an unarmed man while he was holding his daughter.
2 years ago

West Seattle pub feeling community outpouring after break-in

Burglars hit the popular Admiral Pub in West Seattle early in the morning on March 1.
2 years ago

Public Safety Council announces vital homeless center in Chinatown closing its doors

The Navigation Center is permanently closing. The decision was announced at a Chinatown-International District Public Safety Council meeting.
2 years ago

South Kitsap High basketball coach injured in random I-5 shooting

Anthony Lewis was driving on Interstate 5 in Pierce County Sunday when someone opened fire, injuring the high school basketball coach.
2 years ago

A new way to crack down on crime in the South Sound yields results

The All-Crimes Emphasis Operation took place in the South Sound region on February 14 and 15.
2 years ago

Lynnwood police arrest eight in Retail Theft Operation

To combat the problem, the department has conducted Retail Theft Emphasis Operations at some local retailers, which has led to eight arrests.
2 years ago

Tacoma police search for suspect as stabbing victim tells her story

A woman who was nearly stabbed to death in Tacoma’s Point Defiance Park is telling her story of a vicious attack and fight for her life.
2 years ago

Federal Way Police Chief: ‘No-pursuit law makes communities less safe’

Federal Way Police Chief Andy Hwang blames Washington State’s no-pursuit law for no being able to capture group that damaged 69 cars.
2 years ago

Store owner prevents robbery by bringing a machete to a knife fight

A 70-year-old store owner fended off a knife-wielding robber by brandishing his own store's defense system -- a really big machete.
2 years ago

Humane Society waives adoption fees on Valentine’s Day as pet surrenders increase

At the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County, staff members offer support to pet owners who are struggling financially.
2 years ago

Protesters upset about treatment from Seattle police

Pro-Palestinian protestors are upset about the way they were treated during a protest last Friday at Seattle's World Trade Center.
3 years ago

11 and 15-year-old girls trafficked in Seattle

Police say the girls had no idea what was planned for them when they met 25-year-old Ezra Wimana online.
3 years ago

Seattle men’s, women’s chorus office burglarized 4 times in 4 days

The choruses' office is located in Seattle's First Hill neighborhood. It's an area familiar with this kind of crime, but the frequency is new.
3 years ago

2 suspects remain at large after shootout at Marysville home

The incident occurred after a group of men pulled up at the home in a stolen car and immediately opened fire early Sunday.
3 years ago

Lynnwood police searching for suspects attempting to kidnap 12-year-old

"The boy was hit several times in the car and sustained minor injuries," Maren McKay with Lynnwood Police told KIRO Newsradio.
3 years ago

Prowlers in pajamas hit 3 Western Washington cities

Three car prowlers are quickly becoming known to police due to their penchant for wearing matching pajamas and hoodies while hitting vehicles.
3 years ago

Kitsap 911 director resigns after arrest in undercover underage sex sting

According to court documents, Richard Kirton was using the dating app Grindr and communicating with a person he thought was a 16-year-old boy.
3 years ago

Victim in Tukwila Costco parking lot shooting death identified

There is new information about a woman was shot and killed in the crowded parking lot of the Costco in Tukwila last Friday.
3 years ago

1 dead in shooting at Tukwila Costco parking lot

Tukwila police said medics tried to revive the woman who was shot, but she died at the scene. A male suspect fled in a white vehicle.
3 years ago

Delivery driver killed in Renton, law enforcement believes he was targeted

Investigators believed the 50-year-old man was killed sometime Wednesday night.
3 years ago