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Photo: A sign is posted outside of The North Face store on March 07, 2024....
Julia Dallas

North Face closes downtown Seattle flagship store

The North Face has closed its downtown Seattle store. The store operated at 520 Pike Street for nearly five years.
3 years ago
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Heather Bosch

Black bear spotted roaming around Tacoma captured, will be relocated

A black bear that was spotted wondering around Tacoma in recent days is now on his way to the North Cascades.
3 years ago
Image: The northern lights can be seen in Carnation on Friday, May 11, 2024. (Photo: Ben Huffman, K...
Steve Coogan

Will the northern lights be visible again this week? It’s less likely

The northern lights captivated Western Washington and many parts of the U.S. Will they be visible again this week? It's less likely.
3 years ago
Photo: Megan Moore as Rosina in "The Barber of Seville" at Seattle Opera....
Heather Bosch

Opera known for catchy music, humor shines in Seattle

KIRO Newsradio's Heather Bosch spoke with key people involved in Seattle Opera's production of "The Barber of Seville."
3 years ago
The northern lights can be seen in Seattle on Friday, May 10, 2024....
Julia Dallas

Northern lights grace Western Washington skies

For those who were in the right spot at the right time, you saw the northern lights in Western Washington late Friday or early Saturday.
3 years ago
Photo: Farmers bring their daffodils to Pike Place Market as the city gears up for Mother's Day....
Paul Holden

Weekend revelry roundup: Sunshine, flowers, Mother’s Day awaits

Looking to have Mother's Day around Seattle? Or just looking for some fun in the sun? KIRO Newsradio's Paul Holden has you covered.
3 years ago
Photo: Zendaya attends The 2024 Met Gala Celebrating "Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion" at Th...
Julia Dallas

Lily Gladstone, other stars attend Met Gala as record breaking amount raised

Woodland nymphs, floral fairies and pompous princes walked the Met Gala carpet. The theme was "Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion."
3 years ago
Photo: Former Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson and singer Ciara are selling their illust...
Julia Dallas

Russell Wilson, Ciara’s Bellevue mansion sells for over $21M

Former Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson and singer Ciara have sold their illustrious Bellevue mansion.
3 years ago
Image: The Pierce County Sheriff's Department was one of many organizations and businesses in Washi...
Steve Coogan

Zebra ‘sightings’: Social media users embrace ‘Z’ with memes and jokes

The search for "Z" who got loose Sunday and remains missing has captivated so many people. That has translated to zebra memes and jokes.
3 years ago
Image: The last of four zebras that escaped on Sunday, April 28 near North Bend was safely captured...
Steve Coogan and Sam Campbell

Evasive missing zebra mare recovered in North Bend, is safe

A zebra mare that had been missing and on the loose in the woods since escaping a transport truck Sunday has been caught and she is safe.
3 years ago
Photo: The Windermere Cup in 2016....
Paul Holden

Weekend revelry roundup: Star Wars, Cinco De Mayo, boat races and more!

The weekend is almost here and you know what? You've earned a couple of days off. Enjoy it with light sabers, comic books, races and more!
3 years ago
Image: Miranda Antoinette, left, Hugh Hastings, right, and Michael Sharon in Village Theatre's "The...
Heather Bosch

Musical in Everett marks a homecoming for star Michael Sharon

The Village Theatre production of "The Fantasticks" is playing in Everett and for Pacific Northwest native Michael Sharon it's a homecoming.
3 years ago
Photo: Billie Eilish performs at the Coachella Music & Arts Festival at the Empire Polo Club on Sat...
Julia Dallas

Pop superstar Billie Eilish to stop in Seattle during world tour

Pop sensation Billie Eilish is stopping in Seattle during her "Hit Me Hard and Soft" world tour and will perform two shows.
3 years ago
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Paul Holden

Weekend roundup: Bruceploitation, Flatstock 94 and division-leading Ms

The weekend is upon us, let's see what the Puget Sound region has in store for visitors and residents.
3 years ago
Kerry Park view - seattle-area restaurants....
Julia Dallas

‘Bachelorette’ films in Seattle with Jenn Tran as first Asian American lead

Did you happen to see Jenn Tran with her potential fiancé at Kerry Park? The show the "Bachelorette" filmed in Seattle this week.
3 years ago
Image: In-N-Out Burger announced on its Instagram and Facebook pages April 9, 2024 that it was "wor...
Steve Coogan

In-N-Out plans to open second Washington location, but has no plans to go north

Restaurant chain In-N-Out Burger said Wednesday it plans to open a second location in the state of Washington and its second in Clark County.
3 years ago
Seattle pedestrians...
Colleen O'Brien

Colleen O’Brien: Seattle’s new walkability maps

If you've ever vacationed in a city where you are within a 15-minute walk of whatever you may need, then you know how awesome it can feel.
3 years ago
Paul Holden

Weekend revelry roundup: Record Day, Tay-Tay laser show, riding the bulls

A big weekend is on the way, and there will be a plethora of events to choose from, from laser shows to bull riding.
3 years ago
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Matt Butler

Butler: Pearl Jam’s Dark Matter among the band’s ‘best, most cohesive records’

Vedder thinks "Dark Matter" is Pearl Jam's best work. You may or may not agree, but it's certainly one of their best and most cohesive records.
3 years ago
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Bill Kaczaraba

Bumbershoot producers unveil plans for new downtown Seattle arts venue

The brains behind the Bumbershoot Festival will launch a new arts venue in downtown Seattle at the old Bed, Bath, and Beyond.
3 years ago
Photo: Taylor Swift performs during "The Eras Tour," Friday, May 5, 2023, at Nissan Stadium in Nash...
Julia Dallas

Swiftie alert: Puyallup to celebrate next era of Taylor Swift

Taylor Swift is coming back for another era. Local Swifities are getting ready to celebrate her new album, "The Tortured Poets Department."
3 years ago
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Kate Stone

Toxic ‘fake Botox’ case linked to Washington

Federal officials are investigating reports of a fake Botox product that has reportedly sickened people across nine states, including Washington.
3 years ago
Camas, Washington. (Photo: Money.com)...
Bill Kaczaraba

From mill town to top-ranked living destination: Washington city stands out

Once a mill town, Camas, Washington, has earned accolades as one of the premier places to reside in the United States.
3 years ago
Cherry blossons...
Paul Holden

Weekend revelry roundup: Spring fairs, bar hops and plant sales

There are lots of cool things to do in the great Seattle area this weekend. We have a great list of events.
3 years ago