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Julia Dallas
Cliff Mass: Parts of Western Washington could see snow next weekend
Those hoping for snow could get a little treat next weekend. Cliff Mass, atmospheric sciences professor at the University of Washington, told “Seattle’s Morning News” on KIRO Newsradio Monday there is a chance of snow in the region. However, only some areas of Western Washington, such as Skagit and Whatcom Counties, will see it. “There’s […]2 years ago
Matt Markovich
Ranking the future: WA lawmakers eye overhaul of local elections with ranked choice voting
House Bill 1448 is looking to shake things up by introducing ranked choice voting to local elections. Lawmakers have brought it back, hoping the second time is the charm.2 years ago
Matt Markovich
Washington aims to curb drunk driving with bold civil protection orders
If passed, the Washington bill would create an entirely new kind of legal tool: the Impaired Driving Protection Order (IDPO).2 years ago
Chris Sullivan
Sullivan: What lurks beneath I-90 fish passage project?
It's been a year and a half since WSDOT started tearing up I-90 in Factoria for a massive fish passage project. How's the work going?2 years ago
Matt Markovich
Racing into trouble: New Washington bill targets chronic speeders
Lawmakers are championing a Washington bill that seeks to clamp down on chronic speeders.2 years ago
Matt Markovich
Some Washington lawmakers push for campus abortion access during bill’s first hearing
Washington Democratic lawmakers are proposing taxpayer-funded colleges and universities provide abortion access.2 years ago
Luke Duecy
Ferguson signs executive order to support children if parents arrested by ICE
Ferguson signed an executive order that creates a rapid response team to support children and their families if mom or dad are arrested by ICE.2 years ago
Sam Campbell
Mark Solomon appointed to take the Seattle City Council’s vacant seat
Mark Solomon, a career crime prevention coordinator with the Seattle Police Department, has been appointed to take the vacant Seattle City Council seat.2 years ago
James Lynch and Steve Coogan
Internal memo: Interim SPD chief Sue Rahr to vacate office Wednesday
The Seattle Police Department’s Interim Chief Sue Rahr will vacate her office Wednesday to make way for new department Chief Shon Barnes, according to memo emailed to the department Monday. Rahr’s memo, which was obtained by KIRO Newsradio, states she is “clearing out the ‘Chief’s Office'” Wednesday. From there, “Chief Barnes will be moving into […]2 years ago
Ted Buehner
Western Washington on track for one of the driest Januarys on record
Dry January: Does it seem like it is unusually dry this month? The last significant rainfall in Western Washington was Jan. 10.2 years ago
Paul Holden
Seattle weekend events: sQuatch Fest, Harlem Globetrotters and more
Some Seattle weekend events upcoming include the Harlem Globetrotters playing in Seattle and sQuatch Fest in Cowlitz County.2 years ago
Luke Duecy
Newly released videos show last moments before King County Metro bus driver was murdered
Newly released videos reveal the last moments before King County Metro bus driver Shawn Yim was stabbed to death in Seattle.2 years ago
Julia Dallas
‘A brand new shop:’ Jesse Jones shares vision for Results Washington as newly-appointed director
Jesse joined "The Gee and Ursula Show" on KIRO Newsradio Thursday to discuss his vision for his new role as director of Results Washington.2 years ago
Julia Dallas
John Curley: Adam Carolla thinks Los Angeles wildfires may change political votes
Comedian and podcaster Adam Carolla believes those affected by the Los Angeles wildfires may vote differently next time.2 years ago
James Lynch
20-year-old charged in friend’s death following alleged street racing on I-5
Two friends' alleged street racing on I-5 turned tragic. One of them is dead. The other was arrested and charged with vehicular homicide.2 years ago
Julia Dallas
‘The biggest pressure relief ever:’ Gee reflects on son’s college football national championship win
KIRO Newsradio's Gee Scott is celebrating this week after his son's team won the college football national championship.2 years ago
Nate Connors
Traffic this week: Bridge demolition in Fife brings closures on State Route 99
Beginning Tuesday evening, commuters on State Route 99 in Fife will have a 42-hour lane closure in the southbound direction.2 years ago
Matt Markovich
Capping the chaos: Washington rent stabilization bill moves forward
In one of its first acts of the 2025 legislative session on Monday, Washington State House Democrats have resurrected an attempt at rent stabilization.2 years ago
James Lynch
Marches held throughout Western Washington to commemorate MLK Day
On this Martin Luther King Jr. holiday, rallies and marches were held all over Western Washington.2 years ago
The MyNorthwest staff with wire reports
Trump inaugural speech: President rips past leaders, makes promises; hosts react
Trump inaugural speech: The president’s second address contained an indictment of the country he inherits and promises to fix its problems.2 years ago
Julia Dallas
‘Like winning the Super Bowl:’ KIRO Newsradio host gets firsthand look at Trump inauguration
John, host of "The John Curley Show," on KIRO Newsradio flew to Washington D.C. to attend the Trump inauguration.2 years ago
Steve Coogan
‘Trump will deliver a strong message:’ KIRO, KTTH hosts offer Inauguration Day thoughts
It is Inauguration Day and Donald Trump who won another White House term in November, will be sworn in Monday as the 47th U.S. president.2 years ago
Tom Brock
Local Jewish leaders “overwhelmed with emotion” but not celebrating release of three Israeli hostages
Local leaders of Seattle's Jewish community are reacting to this weekend's release of three Israeli hostages.2 years ago
