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.

Shoreline 17-year-old pleads not guilty to murdering Bellevue teen

A Shoreline 17-year-old denies charges of murdering a Bellevue High School freshman last June.
7 months ago

From months to minutes: King County Sheriff’s Office among the first in WA to use new DNA technology

Rapid crime scene DNA test results now aid King County investigators, transforming investigative processes in Washington.
7 months ago

Joy Hollingsworth elected Seattle City Council president, vows transparency

Joy Hollingsworth earns unanimous vote as Seattle City Council president, marking a significant leadership milestone for the city.
7 months ago

Pierce County deputies arrest 2 teens linked to armed home burglary

Pierce County deputies and WSP apprehend two teens in a stolen car linked to recent burglaries early Monday morning.
7 months ago

Man charged with murder in fatal South Seattle hookah lounge shooting

A suspect was arrested for a fatal shooting at a South Seattle hookah lounge last month.
7 months ago

Bellevue woman’s death ruled as homicide

The death of a 27-year-old Bellevue woman is now officially ruled a homicide.
7 months ago

Two 15-year-olds placed on house arrest after bringing guns to White Center high school

Two 15-year-old boys in White Center are on electronic home monitoring after their arrest for bringing handguns to Evergreen High School last week.
7 months ago

1,600 still without power on Whidbey Island three days after storm

Approximately 1,600 people on Whidbey Island are still without power three days after the storm.
7 months ago

Entire Washington town without power as crews trudge through rough terrain

Skykomish residents endure continued outages as crews work tirelessly to restore power after a week of intermittent issues.
8 months ago

‘I’ve never seen it like this’: Snohomish River reaches record levels, Department of Public Works inundated

The Snohomish River hit 34.1 feet, a record level, causing significant concern in the community. Learn more about this event.
8 months ago

‘A piece of you is missing’: Foster alum Bethany shares how Treehouse changed her life

Bethany dropped out of school in the seventh grade. She later returned to school to earn her GED. For that, she gives a lot of the credit to Treehouse.
8 months ago

Seattle council approves police contract despite concerns over ‘lack of accountability’

Seattle's council greenlights a new police contract amid public concerns over accountability and community safety measures.
8 months ago

Pierce County deputies bust family-run illegal marijuana grow operation, 2K plants seized

Over the weekend, the Pierce County Sheriff's Office Special Investigations Unit took down a major marijuana grow operation.
8 months ago

‘Unlike anything they’ve ever seen’: At least a dozen pets die in Pierce County house fire

A devastating fire in University Place, Pierce County, resulted in the tragic loss of at least a dozen pets.
8 months ago

Seattle hookah lounge where man was killed will not reopen

A Seattle hookah lounge will remain closed following a fatal shooting, as announced by Seattle authorities.
8 months ago

Bellevue police crack down on theft as holiday shopping begins

Bellevue police increase efforts to combat theft as the holiday shopping season begins, protecting local retailers and shoppers.
8 months ago

VIDEO: Pierce County man who allegedly vandalized his own neighborhood arrested

A Pierce County man faces charges for allegedly vandalizing his own neighborhood, raising community safety concerns.
8 months ago

18 people arrested in undercover drug operations spanning Centralia to Marysville

Discover the details of the large undercover drug operations leading to 18 arrests by law enforcement agencies in Seattle.
8 months ago

WA law enforcement issue warning over TikTok ‘kick challenge’ after child shot in Houston area

If you're a parent, you've probably heard of ding-dong-ditching. Now, a new yet similar challenge has arisen on the social media platform TikTok.
8 months ago

17-year-old shot multiple times in Seattle, then arrested for outstanding warrant

A 17-year-old boy was shot in the back, multiple times, in Seattle, and then arrested at Harborview Medical Center.
8 months ago

Suspect in deadly attack at White River Amphitheater awaits extradition to WA

A suspect linked to the fatal White River Amphitheater attack is now awaiting extradition to Washington.
9 months ago

Authorities investigating if trash fire at Franklin High School was intentionally set

Investigators examine whether the fire at Franklin High School was intentionally set, raising safety concerns in the community.
9 months ago

Search underway for Level-III sex offender who disabled ankle monitor near Burien

A convicted Level-III sex offender is on the loose in King County after he allegedly cut off and disabled his ankle monitor.
9 months ago

Tacoma woman faces 11 animal cruelty charges after 73 neglected cats found in U-Haul truck

A Tacoma woman was charged with 11 counts of animal cruelty on Monday after a total of 73 neglected cats were removed from her U-Haul truck. 10 were found dead.
9 months ago