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James Lynch

‘Incredibly disturbing’: Man, teenage girl shot after bullets flew into Tacoma home

Two people were sent to the hospital after a shooting broke out in Tacoma Thursday night, Tacoma Police confirmed.
2 years ago
Photo: The three-year project that is expected to slow I-5 traffic will replace concrete panels, re...
Nate Connors

WSDOT: Massive project will disrupt traffic for 3 years as crews work to repair I-5

Seattle commuters should brace for significant traffic disruptions next year as the Washington State Department of Transportation embarks on its largest "Revive I-5" project to date.
2 years ago
Image: The National Nordic Museum in Seattle's Ballard neighborhood is seen in a recent photo....
Paul Holden

Weekend events roundup: Gear up for Cranksgiving and more holiday fun

It has been a long week for people dealing with the impact of this week's weather. Let's look forward to some weekend events full of fun.
2 years ago
Photo: of Bellevue on Wednesday, November 20, 2024....
Julia Dallas

‘It’s not worth your life’: Eastside officials urge drivers to avoid downed power lines

While residents try to navigate the aftermath of the storm, Eastside Fire and Rescue is working to prevent more deaths and is urging drivers to avoid downed power lines.
2 years ago
Diver rescued a 17-year-old girl from a car that plunged into Lake Washington at the Atlantic City ...
Tom Brock and James Lynch

Teen dies after car plunges into Lake Washington; sister faces vehicular homicide charge

A 17-year-old has died after a car she and her sister were in plunged into Lake Washington. Her 20-year-old sister is facing charges.
2 years ago
Photo: A tree fell on a car on Northeast Seattle after a strom swept through the area....
Julia Dallas

‘Trees were falling like toothpicks’: Washington residents recoup after storm

KIRO Newsradio spoke to people around Western Washington Wednesday who are surveying the damage and waiting for power to be restored.
2 years ago
Photo: Downed power lines in the Puget Sound....
James Lynch and Julia Dallas

Utilities offer advice as residents wait for power restoration across Puget Sound

Puget Sound Energy and Seattle City Light have outlined recommendations to prepare for a windstorm and for after the storm passes.
2 years ago
Photo: Index, Washington residents are preparing for the approaching storm....
Julia Dallas

‘Lots of chainsaws’: Washington residents ramp up for approaching storm

A storm is approaching Western Washington, threatening to knock down power lines and cause falling trees.
2 years ago
This satellite image taken Nov. 19, 2024 and provided by National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administr...
The KIRO Newsradio staff with wire reports

What is a ‘bomb cyclone?’ The weather term is back in the spotlight

Does Western Washington get hurricanes? The short answer is no, but this area does get hurricane-force winds via a bomb cyclone.
2 years ago
Image: A Washington State Ferries vessel makes its way across Puget Sound in 2016 during strong win...
Charlie Harger

Cliff Mass: Storm warning, expect gusts of 60-80 mph

The strongest storm in years is about to hit parts of Western Washington, according to University of Washington Atmospheric Sciences professor Cliff Mass.
2 years ago
Photo: Clouds....
Charlie Harger

Harger: Cut some slack for Seattle weather forecasters

Perhaps we should cut our weather folks some slack. They're doing their best to keep us informed with the limited information available.
2 years ago
King County Assessor John Wilson gps monitor...
Bill Kaczaraba

‘SMN:’ John Wilson announces candidacy for King County Executive

King County Assessor John Wilson, a long-time community advocate, has officially announced his candidacy for King County Executive.
2 years ago
Photo: FOB Sushi Bar was one of the restaurants TikTok food influencer Keith Lee visited while he w...
Julia Dallas

‘Talk about whiplash’: Restaurant that got boost from popular TikTok food critic closes its doors

A Seattle restaurant that saw a surge in customers, after a TikTok food reviewer with 16.7 million followers stopped by, has now closed its doors.
2 years ago
Photo: SR 529 Snohomish River Bridge north....
Nate Connors

Good news for drivers: SR 529 bridge reopens in Everett after 5 months

Drivers through Everett will notice something different on their Monday morning commute. Less traffic! The State Route 529 bridge between Everett and Marysville is ready to reopen.
2 years ago
The CDC reports an E. coli outbreak linked to organic carrots has sickened between five and eight p...
Tom Brock

At least five people in Washington state sickened by E. coli linked to organic carrots

An E. coli outbreak linked to organic carrots has sickened at least five people in Washington state.
2 years ago
This Chevron station was one of at least five businesses hit in a series of convenience store robbe...
Tom Brock

2 men, 11-year-old boy arrested following series of holdups in Seattle

Two men and an 11-year-old boy arrested following a series of holdups.
2 years ago
Elysian Brewing Company plans to shut down operations at its Seattle Georgetown brewery. (Photos: E...
Tom Brock

Elysian Brewing to shut down Georgetown brewery operations

Elysian Brewery in Seattle’s Georgetown neighborhood has decided to shut down operations.
2 years ago
Photo: Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell held a press conference in downtown Seattle to formally announce...
James Lynch

Seattle mayor expanding Downtown Activation Plan, citing ‘reduction in violent crime’

Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell took to the streets of downtown Seattle for a news conference to formally announce his Downtown Activation Plan.
2 years ago
Photo: On Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2024, King County Judge Joe Campagna, far right, sits on the bench as a...
Steve Coogan

Docs: Fall City murder suspect’s previous defense team accused of violating court order

Related to the Fall City murder case, prosecutors stated there is "evidence that the defense's search exceeded beyond what was permitted."
2 years ago
JFK Jr., Kennedy...
Bill Kaczaraba

Medved on Trump nominating RFK Jr. as health secretary: ‘Make America toothless again’

President-elect Donald Trump is swiftly assembling his cabinet, with strong backing from the GOP. Rep. Troy Nhels (R-TX) expressed support.
2 years ago
Camp Long lodge...
Feliks Banel

All Over The Map: Camp Long history mystery

The arson fire Monday night at the lodge at Camp Long has stirred up concerns about the future of the historic structure.
2 years ago
Photo: An RV center....
Matt Markovich

New motorhomes in WA could be banned in a matter of weeks

Starting January 1, Washington may halt sales of new motorhomes and large trucks powered by diesel or gasoline, due to emissions regulations modeled after California's standards.
2 years ago
Sheriff (KSO) King County...
James Lynch

Leaked email: Unincorporated King County Sheriff’s Office nearly $2M over budget

The King County Sheriff's Office emailed some deputies and staff saying $900,000 in spending cuts need to be made by the end of the year.
2 years ago
Image: The 60th anniversary commemoration of Flight 293 and monument dedication was held at Tahoma ...
Feliks Banel

‘Unsolved Histories’ Episode 8: A permanent memorial created to honor the fallen from Flight 293

In the final episode of 'Unsolved Histories,' families and friends left behind gathered on the 60th anniversary of Flight 293 crash.
2 years ago