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KIRO Newsradio staff
Report: Whatcom County deaths of unhoused people on pace for record amount
More people are dying on the streets of Whatcom County. Opportunity Council said there have been 56 documented deaths this year.2 years ago
James Lynch
Don’t be that person: State troopers fine ferry line cutters $145
Have you ever been frustrated by a driver who cut in line at a ferry terminal? Now the Washington State Patrol is cracking down.2 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
KIRO celebrates 50th anniversary of ‘newsradio’ format with special alumni broadcast
KIRO Newsradio is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its "newsradio" format with a special broadcast featuring several prominent alumni.2 years ago
James Lynch
Police identify 2 girls who were with alleged Alderwood Mall shooter
There are new developments in last week's deadly shooting at Alderwood Mall. Jayda Woods-Johnson, 13, was killed.2 years ago
James Lynch
‘Just senseless violence:’ Neighbors grapple with another shooting along Aurora
Locals living along Aurora Avenue are dealing with yet another shooting in their neighborhood as they call for an end to violence.2 years ago
Sam Campbell
I-90 brick-throwing suspect ‘could be’ same man who threw rocks at drivers in June
The man who threw a brick into a truck on I-90 Tuesday morning could be the same man in last month's attack on Rainier Avenue.2 years ago
James Lynch
Surveillance video captures shootout between rival pimps on Aurora
A shootout happened Saturday night, just after 3 a.m., near the corner of Aurora Avenue North and North 101st Street.2 years ago
Charlie Harger
Who will be Trump’s VP pick? Washington State GOP Chairman shares insights ahead of RNC
As the Republican National Convention prepares to kick off on Monday, speculation swirls over Trump's VP pick for the 2024 election.2 years ago
Sam Campbell and Steve Coogan
Key Washington Democrat says Biden should exit the 2024 election race
Washington Democratic U.S. Rep. Adam Smith called for President Joe Biden to drop out of the 2004 presidential election Monday.2 years ago
Chris Sullivan
‘Convincing’ Good To Go! toll scam rears its ugly head
Scammers are at it again, trying to get your personal information with bogus scam text messages posing as Good To Go! toll reminders.2 years ago
Ted Buehner
Dangerous heat has arrived in Washington; highs in the 90s
After picture-perfect Fourth of July weather, sizzling temperatures have arrived and will hold on through the weekend.2 years ago
Travis Mayfield
Mayfield: One public library is now banning kids from entering
A public library in Idaho has officially banned kids from entering. It says it is make the change due to a new state law.2 years ago
Feliks Banel
Vintage photos: Sea-Tac Airport celebrates 75 years
While its origins as an airfield date back to the early months of World War II, the Port of Seattle is marking 75 years of Sea-Tac Airport.2 years ago
James Lynch
Selling online? Expert recommends safety tips following Seattle robbery
People have been robbed, assaulted and even killed after using online marketplaces. We gathered some tips to help keep you safe.2 years ago
Angela Poe Russell
Angela Poe Russell: Why we should feel sorry for giant, billion-dollar grocery chains
The good news is the rate of increase for grocery retailers is slowing down, while still being thoughtful about keeping the essentials in check.2 years ago
The KIRO Newsradio team with wire reports
Inslee was part of Biden meeting with Democratic governors
President Joe Biden met with Democratic governors as he attempted to solidify support. and Washington's Jay Inslee attended virtually.2 years ago
Micki Gamez
Washington State Ferries has a warning for crabbers
Crab potting kicked off July 1. Washington State Ferries is warning people to keep their crab pots out of the ferry lanes.2 years ago
James Lynch
‘Too many guns on the street:’ Local agencies respond to weekend filled with violence
It was a weekend filled with gun violence in the Seattle metropolitan area. There were six shootings between Saturday and Monday.2 years ago
Steve Coogan
2 teens shot in Auburn weekend incident; suspects remain at large
The Auburn Police Department has confirmed four people were shot at two teens were shot in an incident early Saturday.2 years ago
The KIRO Newsradio team with wire reports
Lawyers: US wants Boeing to plead guilty over fatal crashes, is in tricky spot
The U.S. Justice Department is pushing Boeing to plead guilty to criminal fraud in connection with two deadly plane crashes.2 years ago
The KIRO Newsradio staff with wire reports
Supreme Court allows cities to enforce bans on homeless people sleeping outside
The Supreme Court decided Friday cities can enforce bans on homeless people sleeping outdoors in areas where shelter space is lacking.2 years ago
Travis Mayfield
Mayfield: Please get out of the CARE Team’s way and let it work
This week the Mayor announced a pilot program called the Community Assisted Response and Engagement (CARE) team could be expanding.2 years ago
Steve Coogan
‘Disaster’: KIRO, KTTH hosts roast Biden for CNN debate performance
The KIRO Newsradio and KTTH hosts who offered their impressions of the debate agreed that Joe Biden did not have a good night at the podium.2 years ago