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Washington banks offering aid to federal workers during shutdown

With hundreds of thousands of federal workers either working without pay or on furlough, a handful of Washington banks want to provide relief.
8 years ago

Zulily replaces Xbox as Seattle Sounders jersey sponsor

The Seattle Sounders announced Zulily as its new jersey sponsor on Thursday, inking a multi-year agreement with one of MLS's most lucrative teams. 
8 years ago

Why Microsoft is earmarking $500M to help solve homelessness, affordable housing

Microsoft President Brad Smith tells KIRO Radio why the company is dedicating $500 million toward homelessness and affordable housing solutions. The threat of a Seattle head tax wasn't part of the inspiration.
8 years ago

Tim Eyman says AG blocking him from hiring any lawyer

Washington initiative guru Tim Eyman says that Attorney General Bob Ferguson has essentially barred him from having a lawyer.
8 years ago

Rainy weather brings the worst traffic of Viadoom yet on Day 4

The first thee days of Viadoom went OK aside for a few bumps in the road. A new factor could change things, however -- the weather. The rain returns Thursday.
8 years ago

Seattle Police are asking for your help solving an Alki Beach murder

In June 2018, a man was murdered on a Saturday night near Alki Beach. Since then, police have been hard at work searching for a suspect, and are now asking for your help solving the case once and for all. 
8 years ago

Congressman Heck: ‘We are full blown into Manchurian Candidate territory’

Washington Congressman Denny Heck expresses deep concerns that President Trump is closer to Russian influence than many realize. He is hoping an investigation will soon bring evidence to light.
8 years ago

‘Cold’: Police plotted to introduce Josh Powell to woman undercover

West Valley police hatched a plan in 2010 to strike up a friendship or romantic relationship between Josh Powell and a woman on a commuter train between Puyallup, Wash., and Seattle. Powell lost his job the day before the operation was to launch.
8 years ago

Kshama Sawant files for re-election to Seattle City Council

The race for the District 3 seat on the Seattle City Council has a new contender -- Councilmember Kshama Sawant. The council member officially filed paperwork to run again for her position on the council.
8 years ago

Viadoom day 3: High-speed chase snarls I-5 early in the afternoon

The first two days of Viadoom have seen drivers experiencing traffic that was lighter than expected, but don't let that fool you: The worst is yet to come.
8 years ago

Parents of Susan Powell honor her memory helping foster children

Susan Powell's parents, Chuck and Judy, work to help foster children, and hopefully prevent a tragedy like the one that happened to Susan's children years ago.
8 years ago

Lawmakers want to fast-track amendment to I-940

State legislators want to fast-track an amendment to I-940 as their new legislative session begins.
8 years ago

Three people found dead in Sammamish home

King County deputies dispatched to the Klahanie neighborhood in Sammamish for a welfare check found three people dead in a home. 
8 years ago

City reports massive increase in biking as Viadoom begins

Viadoom traffic has been easier than expected, as commuters change their habits. Is a huge increase in biking across Seattle the reason?
8 years ago

Gov. Inslee speaks on ‘new tipping point’ in State of the State address

Washington Governor Jay Inslee gives his State of the State address Tuesday, where he's expected to focus on his two-year budget for the state. 
8 years ago

Durkan on Viadoom’s first commute: ‘This is a marathon, not a sprint’

Mayor Jenny Durkan joined the new Candy, Mike and Todd Show to discuss how the city fared on the first commute amid Viadoom, and what we can expect in the coming weeks.
8 years ago

Day 2 of Viadoom: Another easy day, but don’t get comfortable yet

After a relatively light day of traffic on the first day of Viadoom, Tuesday was much the same, aside from a few incidents that slowed the commute into Seattle.
8 years ago

Bill introduced to keep Washington in Daylight Saving Time year-round

Three Washington State Senators pre-filed a bill on Friday to keep the state in Daylight Saving Time permanently.
8 years ago

Gov. Inslee outlines plan for statewide free college program

Washington Governor Jay Inslee unveiled plans Friday to provide guaranteed financial aid to 93,000 college students across the state.
8 years ago

A final Viadoom pep talk for your morning commute

Here to help get with your last-second preparations is KIRO Radio's resident traffic guru, Chris Sullivan, who has a little advice as you brave your morning commute.
8 years ago

Viadoom begins: Initial traffic manageable, but Day 2 could still be ‘awful’

The Alaskan Way Viaduct closed to traffic for good Friday night and now drivers must deal with the effects of losing the waterfront freeway. This is a real-time account of Seattle traffic.
8 years ago

One other thing to avoid during Viadoom: Spreading germs

Viadoom has started and that may push a lot of people onto mass transit, which can have certain ramifications amid cold and flu season. One Seattle doctor has a few tips for riders.
8 years ago

Kirkland police: No racial bias in November Menchie’s incident

Kirkland Police released their findings in a report on an incident at a local Menchie's in November, where a manager called the police on a black man, sparking a discussion around racism.
8 years ago

How Tom Tangney voted for the 2019 Critics Choice Awards

KIRO Radio film critic Tom Tangney provides a peek at his votes for the Critics Choice Awards ahead of the big event Jan. 13, 2019 in LA. Which films stood out over the past year?
8 years ago