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 who shot wheelchair-bound veteran sentenced to more than 3 years in prison

The man convicted of shooting a wheelchair-bound Navy veteran last July on Seattle's Waterfront was sentenced for his crime Friday.
5 months ago

‘Somebody knows who did this’: $50K reward offered in hit-and-run death of Port Angeles air ambulance pilot

Help solve the hit-and-run death of Port Angeles pilot Robert Rathvon. A $50K reward is offered for crucial information.
5 months ago

‘Creating conditions of anti-Asian violence’: Massage parlor group accuses Bothell police of harassment after 5 shut down

Asian massage parlor workers speak out against recent police raids in Bothell, urging for accountability and fair treatment.
5 months ago

SPD searching for suspects tied to downtown Seattle burglary, offers $2,000 reward

SPD and Crime Stoppers of Puget Sound are asking the public for help identifying two men who broke into the Watermark Tower in downtown Seattle.
6 months ago

Homeless encampment returns to West Seattle park one day after city sweep

Just one day after the City of Seattle swept a homeless encampment in West Seattle's Rotary Viewpoint Park, more than a dozen homeless people returned.
6 months ago

$5M bail set for suspect in Kent double homicide party shooting

Thursday afternoon was the first appearance hearing for Deangelo Cyrus Lynch, who was arrested in a Kent double homicide investigation.
6 months ago

Homeless encampment swept in Seattle’s Beacon Hill neighborhood

A homeless encampment sweep was conducted in Seattle's Beacon Hill neighborhood Thursday morning.
6 months ago

Seattle police assign permanent officers to Magnuson Park after successful pilot program

After a successful 90-day pilot, Seattle police are permanently stationing officers in Magnuson Park, with plans to expand to other neighborhoods.
6 months ago

25-year-old arrested after allegedly stabbing man in Seattle

A 25-year-old man was arrested after allegedly stabbing a man in the parking lot of a mental health agency in Seattle's Cherry Hill neighborhood.
6 months ago

Kitsap deputies searching for man seen looking into young girl’s bedroom window in Silverdale

Kitsap County deputies need help identifying a man suspected of looking into a young girl's bedroom window in Silverdale.
6 months ago

‘Should’ v. ‘shall’: Why Pierce County deputies won’t face discipline after Major Dickerson’s DUI crash

Pierce County deputies won't face discipline after a major's DUI crash because the policy said "should" instead of "shall."
6 months ago

U.S. Marshals arrests Seattle homicide suspect who was mistakenly released

he U.S. Marshals Service arrested a Seattle homicide suspect who was released on accident.
6 months ago

2-year-old shot in South Tacoma, 2 suspects arrested

A two-year-old toddler was shot in Tacoma on Tuesday night and is recovering at a local hospital.
6 months ago

King County Sheriff takes over North Bend Police services

As of midnight, police services in the City of North Bend are being contracted to the King County Sheriff's Office.
6 months ago

‘500 new units of housing in 500 days’: King County executive signs order to combat homelessness

Executive Girmay Zahilay's new order boosts housing availability for the homeless in King County.
6 months ago

Felon causes $2K in damage during Columbia City restaurant burglary

A convicted felon is back behind bars after Seattle Police caught him burglarizing a Columbia City Restaurant early this morning.
6 months ago

Woman allegedly shines laser at state patrol airplane, tries to fake medical emergency to avoid arrest

A Parkland woman faces felony charges for reportedly pointing a laser at a Washington State Patrol (WSP) airplane.
6 months ago

Woman killed, another injured after shooting at Tacoma house party

A tragic shooting at a house party in South Tacoma resulted in one woman dead and another injured.
6 months ago

‘Everything went smoothly’: SPD says no major incidents during ‘No Kings’ march

SPD reports no major incidents during the Seattle No Kings rally, which drew crowds from Portland and beyond.
6 months ago

Two women shot, killing one and injuring another, in early-morning shooting in south Tacoma

The Tacoma Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting that killed one woman and injured another on E. 91st Street.
6 months ago

Tacoma man arrested after alleged drive-by shooting on his own family with child in car

A Tacoma man faces charges after a drive-by shooting incident involving his own family in Pierce County.
6 months ago

‘A major victory for our community’: Pierce County deputies take down massive drug ring

PCSO's Special Investigations Unit successfully dismantles a large drug operation following an extensive undercover investigation.
6 months ago

2 armed robbery suspects caught after chase ends in crash in Tukwila

A significant police presence was reported at SR 599 off-ramp after two armed robbery suspects crashed on I-5 in Tukwila.
6 months ago

Seattle Police investigate homicide after man found dead with puncture wounds in Capitol Hill

Seattle Police Department detectives are investigating a homicide in Capitol Hill after finding a man with mulitple puncture wounds Thursday morning.
6 months ago