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Bill Kaczaraba
Conservative commentator Michael Medved says he’ll likely vote for VP Harris
Conservative commentator Michael Medved says he will likely vote for Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris in November.2 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba and Sam Campbell
Arrest made in ‘horrific’ killing of beloved 80-year-old Seattle dog walker and dog
Seattle Police detectives have arrested a suspect in the carjacking and killing of a beloved dog walker and dog.2 years ago
Feliks Banel
Searching for Beatlesville and Beatles Avenue on 60th anniversary of band’s Seattle visit
When Beatles were in Seattle 60 years ago, they made it from Sea-Tac Airport to the Edgewater Hotel and then to Seattle Center.2 years ago
Sam Campbell
FBI arrest two Snohomish men accused of Jan. 6 attack on Capitol police
Federal agents with the FBI arrested a 47-year-old man in Snohomish, accused of attacking police officers during the Jan. 6 insurrection.2 years ago
Angela Poe Russell
Angela Poe Russell: One of our most important jobs is endangered — journalism
Journalism has a vital role in our communities, but it’s endangered. How do we hold people in power accountable without journalists?2 years ago
James Lynch
Homeless face arrest as Lakewood camping ban goes into effect
A new camping ban went into effect last Friday in Lakewood. It allows for the arrest of people camping in public spaces who refuse to leave.2 years ago
James Lynch
Several children part of alleged shoplifting scheme seen in Seattle
Seattle officers have issued a warning to be on the lookout for two to three women and several children, shoplifting together.2 years ago
KIRO Newsradio staff
Port Townsend residents may wake up to gunfire, sirens on Tuesday
Port Townsend residents will wake up to a large presence of first responders on the morning of Tuesday, August 20.2 years ago
James Lynch
Hackers unlock Gig Harbor escape room’s secrets, demand cash
A wildly successful Gig Harbor escape room was hit by cyber thieves last month. The hackers threatened to expose its secrets.2 years ago
Nate Connors and Steve Coogan
Watch for the bump! New Everett HOV lane causing trouble for drivers
Listeners told the KIRO Newsradio team about a paving issue on a new HOV lane in Everett that may be jarring for drivers.2 years ago
Feliks Banel
The Rainier cowgirl is a big asset for this small town
A sign for a shop that once sold T-shirts – in the shape of a giant "cowgirl" – has been resurrected in the Thurston County town of Rainier.2 years ago
Ted Buehner
Major storm rips through Western Washington overnight
Showers, thunderstorms and lightning are likely to track from south to north through Western Washington late Saturday into Sunday morning.2 years ago
James Lynch
Prosecutors: Man accused of throwing debris onto I-5 charged, posed risk of death
A man accused of throwing debris onto I-5 has been charged. Prosecutors said his actions posed a substantial risk of death or injury.2 years ago
Luke Duecy
Hawaii man faces charges in connection with killing 25 seagulls on Long Beach
Charges are being recommended for a Hawaii man accused of deliberately driving a rented Jeep Wrangler into a flock of birds on Long Beach.2 years ago
Sam Campbell
Gang leader, accomplice accused of targeting Asian families in Washington indicted
A gang leader accused of a series of armed robberies targeting Asian families in Washington, as well as his accomplice, have been indicted.2 years ago
Chris Sullivan
Sound Transit preparing for Lynnwood light rail opening on Aug. 30
Game day for Sound Transit comes Aug. 30. That's the day passenger service for the new light rail from Lynnwood begins.2 years ago
Nate Connors
Latest recall for Ford, Mazda vehicles comes with a ‘Do Not Drive’ warning
Nearly 460,000 Fords, Lincolns, Mercurys and Mazdas are facing a vehicle recall due to safety concerns with defective Takata airbags.2 years ago
Frank Sumrall
John and Jake: Duke basketball legend Coach K saves Yelm sports teams
Yelm Community Schools announced it would undergo major cuts for sports programs before Coach K and others tepped in and raised enough money.2 years ago
James Lynch
Alleged infamous Seattle graffiti vandal faces felony charge
An alleged Seattle graffiti vandal is now facing felony charges. Police said they found the suspect with the help of social media.2 years ago
Luke Duecy
Proposed law to combat Aurora crime met with controversy: ‘Violence will escalate’
Seattle's Public Safety Committee heard from experts and the public about a newly proposed ordinance designed to curb sex trafficking and gun violence along Aurora.2 years ago
Feliks Banel
Charles Cross, acclaimed biographer of Hendrix, Cobain, dies at 67
The work of Charles R. Cross, well-known biographer of Pacific Northwest musical icons, will no doubt outlast all of us who mourn his unexpected passing.2 years ago
Tom Brock and Steve Coogan
1 rescued after major fire in Puyallup destroyed several apartment units
A significant fire in Puyallup destroyed several units of an apartment building Friday afternoon and one person needed to be rescued.2 years ago
James Lynch
Redmond pot shop hit by smash-and-grab thieves for the 4th time
The Redmond Police Department is investigating yet another smash-and-grab burglary at Hashtag Cannabis in Oldtown.2 years ago
