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Rep. Derek Kilmer...
Bill Kaczaraba

Rep. Kilmer on Congress: ‘I would like to see it function’

Rep. Derek Kilmer said the House doesn't have much time to get itself together, as another budget vote to keep the government open is just weeks away.
3 years ago
Image: People swim and boat on Seattle's Lake Union in August 2023....
Jake Skorheim

Skorheim: OMG, have you seen the forecast?!

According to the professionals, you can expect some beautiful weather this weekend.
3 years ago
3 1/2-day work week...
Jake Skorheim

Skorheim: Ready for the 3-1/2-day work week? No, thanks

"Your children will live to 100 and not have cancer because of technology and literally they'll probably be working 3 1/2 days a week," Jamie Dimon said.
3 years ago
memorial stadium ryan house save...
Feliks Banel

Too late for the Guild 45th but still time to save Ryan House, Memorial Stadium

Like a Mariners-free post-season and pumpkin spice premium gasoline, historic preservation is in the air this autumn all around Puget Sound.
3 years ago
boy scout premature babies...
L.B. Gilbert

Summit Boy Scout organizes care packages for families with premature babies

Brooke Peters went on Seattle's Morning News about her Eagle Scout project and explain why it is so personal to her.
3 years ago
Tacoma police officers grant...
Kate Stone

Opening statements begin in trial of Tacoma officers accused of killing Manny Ellis

Opening statements began Tuesday in the trial of three Tacoma police officers charged in the death of Manuel "Manny" Ellis.
3 years ago
seattle mariners...
Frank Sumrall

Rick Rizzs: ‘Mariners, you’re going to win a title next year’

"Well, they just obviously came up a little bit short," the radio voice of the team said Monday. "But my goodness, they gave us one heck of a ride."
3 years ago
Micki Gamez

Gamez: What to know after recall issued for Kia, Hyundai vehicles over fires

Hyundai and Kia are recalling nearly 3.4 million vehicles in the U.S. and telling owners to park them outside due to the risk of engine compartment fires.
3 years ago
grammar...
Ursula Reutin

Ursula: Does grammar still matter? Not according to UW

Jake Harper found that the University of Washington's Informatics department doesn't grade on grammar in students' applications.
3 years ago
smash-and-grabs...
Heather Bosch

Pot shops remain high target for smash-and-grabs, armed robbery

Pot shops are targets of smash-and-grabs because they're, typically, cash reliant as it's illegal under federal law to buy those products with credit cards.
3 years ago
miami seaquarium lolita...
Heather Bosch

Lummi Nation cancels weekend tribute to Tokitae due to ‘overwhelming week of grief’

The Lummi Nation has decided to cancel this weekend's tribute to Tokitae due to what they say is an "overwhelming week of grief."
3 years ago
autumn leaves...
Micki Gamez

Fall is coming to Western Washington and it will bring changing leaves

In about two weeks, Washington's autumn leaves should turn to gorgeous shades of orange, yellow and red throughout the Puget Sound area.
3 years ago
Image: A Seattle Police Department vehicle...
Sam Campbell

‘There’s no money’: Thieves break into driving school twice in last 6 months

The group of four suspects were last seen, all wearing masks, getting into a black sedan. Authorities released no further description.
3 years ago
Seattle Seahawks run onto the field during team introductions before an NFL football game against t...
Feliks Banel

Memories of the magical 2013 Seahawks season refuse to fade

Sometimes, we can't help but look back at Seahawks history. It was a decade ago when the magical 2013 season unfolded and culminated in a Super Bowl title.
3 years ago
Construction on the Interstate 90 bridge light rail...
Kate Stone

New issue may impact opening of Sound Transit’s Eastside light rail line

Crews discovered loose and broken tiles on the South Bellevue station passenger platform, according to a spokesperson.
3 years ago
GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - JANUARY 28: Children wave their hands at a private nursery school January 28, 2...
Micki Gamez

The cost to raise a child in Washington has hit nearly $30K per year

Washington is the third-most expensive state to raise a child in the U.S.. Basic annual expenses to raise a small child hit over $28,000.
3 years ago
Image: Hunter Biden, the son of President Joe Biden, walks from Marine One upon arrival at Fort McN...
Charlie Harger

Why Wash. pot users should pay attention to the Hunter Biden case

Attorneys warn marijuana users in Washington might be breaking the same law Hunter Biden is accused of breaking involving gun ownership.
3 years ago
seattle police union...
Heather Bosch

Seattle Police’s union reacts to officer’s controversial comments captured on video

The statement included what the Seattle Police Officers Guild identified as a letter Auderer wrote to the director of the Office of Police Accountability.
3 years ago
gas prices high...
Kate Stone

State officials spar over impact of climate act on gas prices as drivers pay up

Calls are growing for changes to the state of Washington's Climate Commitment Act (CCA), as gas prices remain above $5 a gallon on average statewide.
3 years ago
Image: Student Jaahnavi Kandula...
Heather Bosch

India officials want probe after release of Seattle Police bodycam video

The Consulate General of India in San Francisco is demanding an investigation into the death of Jaahnavi Kandula.
3 years ago
Kate Stone

Slain King County woman’s family claims in lawsuit police could have prevented shooting

The family of a woman killed by her son in 2021 has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the King County Sheriff’s Office, saying deputies did not do enough to protect her.
3 years ago
covid-19 vaccine...
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk

New COVID-19 vaccines available in Wash. this weekend

Snohomish County Health officer Dr. James Lewis said he is concerned about a COVID-19 spike in his area now that school has started.
3 years ago
I-5 construction...
Chris Sullivan

Construction has returned to I-5 through JBLM

Just when you thought it was safe to get on Interstate 5 south of Tacoma, the construction workers, heavy machinery and lane closures are back.
3 years ago
Image: A 2020 Nissan Leaf is on display at the 2020 Pittsburgh International Auto Show on Feb. 13, ...
Micki Gamez

We’re open books on the open road: Car brands are awful at privacy, security

"Cars are the worst product category we have ever reviewed for privacy," according to one group.
3 years ago