Micki Gamez

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Website: https://mynorthwest.com/author/mgamez/

Micki Gamez grew up in Germany, but her family is from Austin, Texas! Micki has done radio all over the country, and now lives in Seattle with her family. Micki's guilty pleasure is swimming in Lake Washington.

Sextortion is trapping our teens but one major company is working to stop it

Sextortion is a recent online phenomenon that is considered image-based sexual abuse and Psychology Today calls it a worldwide crisis.
18 hours ago

AAA: Washington is one of the worst states for distracted driving

April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month and to to shine a light on the subject, AAA Washington has teamed up with Safe Drive Club.
3 days ago

Local bike shop wants to keep you moving no matter your income

To reactivate downtown Seattle, Bike Works, a small business in Columbia City, wants to keep the community cycling!
10 days ago

Going on a spring trip from Sea-Tac? Your car might not be there when you get back

In a recent report, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has seen a surge in car thefts over the past year.
12 days ago

RapidRide G Line: A new bus route connecting riders to mass transit

King County Metro's (KCM) Al Sanders said the RapidRide G Line will kick off shortly after the Lynwood extension is done in early September.
15 days ago

Pet allergies … are you missing the signs?

Your dog could be suffering from spring allergies and you might be missing the signs. A local vet said allergies are year-round for dogs.
17 days ago

Snohomish County transit announces major changes as Lynnwood light rail set to launch

When the Lynnwood light rail starts in August, the public transit authority of Snohomish County plans to stop running buses into Seattle.
20 days ago

UW star basketball player is living her dream, looking toward the future

UW basketball guard Jayda Noble earn money from NIL with her partnership with JBL headphones.
21 days ago

South Sound travelers may opt for transit after major service change

It's been seven years since Pierce Transit announced a major service change. The change means more access to Tacoma and the region.
30 days ago

‘Got Milk?’ could soon mean ‘Got Insulin?’ after scientists genetically alter cow

Professor Matt Wheeler and his team genetically altered a Jersey cow in Sao Paulo, Brazil to produce human insulin in its milk.
1 month ago

How parents can help prevent children from falling victim to online sex crimes

Chances are, if your teen has a cell phone or tablet, they either know someone or they have been the victim of an online sex crime.
1 month ago

Hyundai owners were able to get free anti-theft software updates

This weekend, a free software upgrade for Hyundai owners will take place at four locations throughout Western Washington.
1 month ago

Gamez: Want to travel on a budget? Try ‘destination dupes’

The newest trend might be the answer to scratch that exploring itch while staying on budget -- destination dupes.
1 month ago

‘This was my way of helping Seattle’: Local vet makes huge donation to free pet clinic

The cost of pet care is going up and some families simply can't afford it. One pet clinic is making a difference.
2 months ago

Delta Airlines raises baggage fees, a decision spurred by rivals

Delta Airlines just announced it will increase the cost of baggage fees by 17% with an additional $5 charge.
2 months ago

Gamez asks: Do you need rental car insurance?

The cost was the same as if we rented a basic economy car for four. So it begs the question -- did we really need rental car insurance?
2 months ago

Study: Large abs can lead to increased risk of heart disease

A new study claimed men with larger abdominal muscles are at a greater risk of heart disease later in life.
2 months ago

Washington continues to be a UFO hot spot

Seattle has become a hot spot for UFO sightings, with 86.5 sightings per 100,000 residents annually between 2000 and 2023.
2 months ago

Gen-X said goodbye to Seattle in 2022, making room for a younger generation

According to the data, Nashville, Tennessee, was the second most popular destination for millennial migration, followed by San Antonio, Texas.
2 months ago

In time for Valentine’s Day: A love psychic shares her story and tips

Psychic matchmaker and podcast host Deborah Graham teaches people how to move on from lost love and find new romance.
2 months ago

There’s a special number surrounding the Super Bowl halftime show

There's a special number surrounding the show and it is probably not one you are thinking of. No. it's not 13, which is Taylor Swift's favorite number.
2 months ago

South Sound on-demand ride service is now easier to use

An on-demand micro transit service called Runner is now available as part of Pierce Transit's all-in-one app.
3 months ago

Wash. sees major rise in calls about Ozempic, Wegovy overdoses

Ozempic, FDA-approved for weight loss since 2017, works by mimicking a naturally occurring hormone, according to UC Davis Health.
3 months ago

Sound Transit apologizes after 4-hour Seattle tunnel shutdown

A spokesperson said the train was up and running after the four-hour shutdown, but the system is well over 20 years old and needs to be replaced.
3 months ago