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.

Mayor Wilson signs executive order to accelerate street safety projects as Seattle falls short on Vision Zero

Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson announced a new executive order Friday aimed at making Seattle’s streets safer for everyone.
1 month ago

VIDEO: Pierce County deputies use airplane to track fleeing driver who tried hiding in backyard pool

A Pierce County pursuit ended with a 37-year-old man being pulled, soaking wet, from a backyard swimming pool in Parkland.
1 month ago

Teen accused of firing on undercover Seattle officers can’t be charged as an adult under WA law, prosecutors say

A teen whom King County prosecutors said was part of a trio that opened fire on undercover officers is now facing a series of felony charges.
1 month ago

Motorcyclist killed by suspected drunk driver while stopped at red light in Pierce County

A motorcyclist was killed Wednesday afternoon when a suspected drunk driver slammed into the back of his Harley-Davidson at a busy intersection in Pierce County.
1 month ago

Cold Case: The 1977 Tacoma homicide of William ‘Bill’ Church Jr.

This Cold Case Project focuses on a decades-old mystery from Tacoma — the disappearance and eventual identification of William “Bill” Church Jr.
1 month ago

Third suspect arrested in Aug. 7 homicide in Tacoma

The Tacoma Police Department arrested a third suspect in connection with a deadly shooting earlier this month in the city’s North End.
1 month ago

‘A two-strike approach’: Seattle Center shooting prompts renewed push to toughen juvenile gun laws

The deadly Seattle Center shooting is fueling a renewed push from Representative David Hackney to tighten Washington’s juvenile firearm laws.
1 month ago

Bothell police warn of outgoing mail theft targeting checks

Bothell police are warning residents about a disturbing increase in outgoing mail theft, with thieves targeting checks sent through the mail.
1 month ago

More than 30 rounds fired in Pioneer Square shootout, 1 man hospitalized

Seattle Police are investigating a shooting in Pioneer Square that sent one man to the hospital and left nearby businesses and vehicles damaged by gunfire.
1 month ago

‘People will die’: Former King County Sheriff says Seattle’s police staffing crisis goes far beyond Bite of Seattle

The debate over 11 more SPD officers is part of a deeper question: How many lives are at risk when there aren’t enough officers?
2 months ago

Teen suspect arrested in Tacoma North End homicide; second suspect also in custody

Tacoma Police have arrested a teenage suspect in connection with a fatal shooting on the city’s North End, bringing the number of people in custody to two.
2 months ago

Man found fatally shot in Pierce County, homicide investigation underway

Pierce County Sheriff’s Office (PCSO) detectives are investigating a fatal shooting after a man was found dead near 18th Avenue S. and 102nd Street S.
2 months ago

Cold Case Project: 20 years later, family still seeks answers in Pinnacle Lake double homicide

After 20 years, family of Pinnacle Lake homicide victims still hopes for justice in the tragic killings along a remote hiking trail.
2 months ago

WSP arrests suspect in last month’s drive-by shooting on SR 900

Washington State Patrol (WSP) troopers have arrested a suspect in connection with an early-morning drive-by shooting on SR 900.
2 months ago

Cal Anderson Park shooting leaves man injured, suspect in custody

Seattle police are investigating a late-night shooting at Cal Anderson Park that left a 49-year-old man wounded.
2 months ago

‘The first incident of its kind in the area’: Gas theft sparks car fire at Bellevue apartment complex

Bellevue police are investigating a gasoline theft that went dangerously wrong, sparking a car fire at an apartment complex over the weekend.
2 months ago

Triple shooting at party in Seattle short-term rental under investigation

Seattle police are investigating a triple shooting that happened early Monday morning at a party in a short-term rental home in lower Capitol Hill.
2 months ago

Police: Woman killed on I‑5 after jumping from moving vehicle in Federal Way

A 33-year-old Seattle woman was killed on I-5 early Monday morning.
2 months ago

Amtrak service between Seattle and Portland suspended this week

Amtrak service between Seattle and Portland is suspended through Friday due to a track obstruction caused by an earlier warehouse fire.
2 months ago

‘My feet are here’: Interim SPD Chief Andre Sayles addresses crime, Mayor Katie Wilson, and Seattle’s path forward

Interim Seattle Police Chief Andre Sayles said he’s committed to Seattle and focused on restoring trust and safety.
2 months ago

Online sting leads to arrest of Seattle man as law enforcement ramps up predator crackdown

The Kitsap County Sheriff’s Office (KCSO) said an online undercover operation has led to the arrest of a 29-year-old Seattle man.
2 months ago

Cold Case Project: Renewed call for tips in 20-year-old hit-and-run, suspect identified

Twenty years after a 19-year-old man was struck and killed in a hit-and-run, Crime Stoppers of Puget Sound is renewing its call for information.
2 months ago

Shots fired outside Tacoma Walmart as officer struggles to arrest teen accused of shoplifting

A juvenile shoplifting arrest outside a Tacoma Walmart turned into a shooting scare when someone in a passing vehicle fired multiple shots.
2 months ago

Seattle police investigate stabbing in Georgetown

The Seattle Police Department (SPD) is investigating an early-morning stabbing in Georgetown.
2 months ago