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Seattle City Council Voter Guide: District 6

We're breaking down candidates in each council race, including District 6, spanning Ballard, Fremont, Green Lake, Phinney Ridge, and more.
7 years ago

All lanes of EB SR 520 reopen in Bellevue after fatal collision, car fire

All lanes of eastbound SR 520 near Bellevue Way were blocked after a collision and ensuing vehicle fire Friday afternoon.
7 years ago

Tracy’s Traffic Townhall to tackle Highway 99 tolling

Tolling begins on Highway 99 through Seattle on Nov. 9, potentially sending thousands of drivers to alternate routes on downtown surface streets. KIRO Radio's Tracy Taylor talks to the region's traffic officials about how it will impact you.
7 years ago

Seattle City Council Voter Guide: District 4

The race for District 4 heats up in Seattle, as former legislative aid Alex Pedersen takes on activist and former Congressional field staffer, Shaun Scott.
7 years ago

KIRO Radio, KTTH hosts react as Dem debate sees Warren fend off attacks

Recently-crowned frontrunner Elizabeth Warren found herself under fire during the latest Democratic debate, as KIRO Radio and KTTH hosts reacted in real-time.
7 years ago

Possible solution to Seattle’s prolific offenders is expensive, but effective

Making downtown Seattle feel safe has been an ongoing issue with regard to prolific offenders, but the solution could in Minneapolis.
7 years ago

Study: Washington youth have fifth lowest obesity rate in U.S.

A new study shows that Washington state youth between 10 and 17 years old are well behind the national average, with an obesity rate at 11 percent.
7 years ago

Seattle City Council Voter Guide: District 1

Lisa Herbold and Phil Tavel are running for city council in Seattle's District 1 -- here's a full breakdown of each candidate.
7 years ago

Fatal police chase, collision blocks traffic in SoDo during Tuesday morning commute

One man is dead and another is fighting to stay alive after a police chase and subsequent collision in South Seattle.
7 years ago

West Seattle Bridge reopens after truck hops barrier

Multiple lanes of the West Seattle Bridge were blocked Tuesday, after a dump truck hopped the jersey barrier. 
7 years ago

Boeing 737 MAX crisis could have ‘huge consequences for future of flying’

With Boeing's 737 MAX still grounded, many in the aviation industry wonder if this controversy will have wide-ranging effects on the future of flying as we know it.
7 years ago

Four separate shootings strike over the weekend in King County

Four separate shootings took place over the weekend across King County, injuring four people, and killing two others. Two took place in Federal Way.
7 years ago

New Seattle Expedia headquarters in Interbay opens

Interbay residents in Seattle are likely starting to feel the rumblings as a portion of Expedia's 4,500 employees will start work and christen the new headquarters in their neighborhood next week.
7 years ago

Amendment grants Washington state expanded powers during earthquake

A new Washington state amendment would grant the Legislature expanded powers in case of catastrophe, like an earthquake, for instance.
7 years ago

I-5 express lanes finally reopen after semi-truck fire stalls morning commute

A semi-truck on fire after a collision is blocking all lanes of the southbound I-5 express lanes at Mercer Street in Seattle.
7 years ago

Uwajimaya CEO on why her business gave up reporting crimes to SPD

Uwajimaya CEO Denise Moriguchi reacts to the prolific offenders report, and explains why her business temporarily gave up reporting crimes to SPD.
7 years ago

Water pours over southbound I-5 in Edmonds, causes ‘significant’ delays

Water is pouring onto southbound I-5 in Edmonds at 220th Street Southwest. 
7 years ago

Washington ACLU: Seattle traffic camera bill carries massive privacy concerns

Seattle City Council recently passed a bill allowing the use of traffic cameras under the city's surveillance ordinance, sparking privacy concerns.
7 years ago

Expert: How higher pay for Uber, Lyft drivers can benefit riders

A measure to pay Uber and Lyft drivers a minimum wage may raise prices for riders, but it also has some added benefits for all involved.
7 years ago

Outlook good for Portland man almost killed by vaping-related illness

At just 25 years old, Portland man Justin Wilson didn't expect to find himself in total respiratory failure from vaping. Now recovering, he has a new lease on life.
7 years ago

Police take action as Tacoma homicides in 2019 already match last year

There were 18 Tacoma murders in the first eight months of 2019 which matches the murder count for all of last year, according to The News Tribune.
7 years ago

Shoreline resident defies developers, building his own apartment complex

Tiko Sandoval is Shoreline resident who said no to the big developers and decided not to sell his house and build an apartment unit on his own.
7 years ago

Puget Sound Energy: Natural gas ban proposal ‘puts our region at risk’

How would a natural gas ban affect Seattle? According to Puget Sound Energy VP Andy Wappler, the ripples would be significant.
7 years ago

Maple Valley teen advances to finals of ‘America’s Got Talent’

Fourteen year-old Maple Valley teen Benicio Bryant has made it all the way to the finals in America's Got Talent, and joined the Candy, Mike and Todd Show to discuss reach such a high level at such a young age.
7 years ago