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Billy Joel T-Mobile...
L.B. Gilbert

Billy Joel returns to Seattle for T-Mobile Park show in May

Billy Joel is returning to Seattle in May, after eight years away, to perform at T-Mobile Park. 
3 years ago
Image: Bralen Trice, left, and Michael Penix Jr. of the Washington Huskies hold their individual aw...
Kate Stone

UW Huskies coach, players gear up for national title showdown

For the UW Huskies, close games have been a hallmark of their season. Quarterback Michael Penix Jr. expects the title game to be no different.
3 years ago
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Heather Bosch

Rush is on to get UW Huskies football gear ahead of title game

With the UW Huskies headed to the college football championship, Husky merchandise is some of the hottest swag around, and not just in Western Washington.
3 years ago
Image: Cindi Rinehart laughs during an episode of "Northwest Afternoon. The show aired on KOMO-TV f...
Lisa Brooks

Cindi Rinehart, KOMO’s ‘Queen of the Soaps,’ dies

Seattle's "Queen of the Soaps," Cindi Rinehart, a longtime talent on KOMO TV's "Northwest Afternoon," died Tuesday morning.
3 years ago
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Micki Gamez

You’re going to have to pull out the big bucks if you are going to see the CFP Championship in person

Seeing the University of Washington Huskies play for the National Championship title could cost upwards of $3,000.
3 years ago
Image:The Safeway logo is displayed at one of the Shoreline stores on Wednesday, Nov. 27, 2024. (Ph...
Steve Coogan

What’s open on New Year’s Day in Washington?

It's time to say goodbye to the year 2024 as New Year's Eve and New Year's Day 2025 are rapidly approaching. See what's open those days.
3 years ago
From left, Producer Nicole Thompson and KIRO host Dori Monson. (Courtesy of the Monson family)...
Frank Sumrall

What you clicked on: The most read MyNorthwest stories of 2023

Seattle and the state of Washington had a busy, headline-filled year. These are the top-performing stories on MyNorthwest in 2023.
3 years ago
Image: Vicki Phillips, right, and her friend Wendy Priest take advantage of senior shopping hours a...
Steve Coogan

What’s open on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day in Washington?

While a handful of major chains operate normally on New Year's Eve, many others close early. Also, some chains will be closed on New Year's Day.
3 years ago
Image: Seattle's Space Needle was lit up ahead of the city's New Year's Eve 2023 celebrations....
KIRO 7 News Staff

Attending New Year’s Eve at the Needle? Here are best ways to get around

As we quickly approach 2024, people are getting ready to ring in the new year at the Space Needle!
3 years ago
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Micki Gamez

Tree-cycling: King County outlines how to dispose of Christmas trees

According to Seattle Public Utilities (SPU), residents can recycle their Christmas trees curbside for free until Jan. 31.
3 years ago
Image: A new whale calf was primarily observed near adult female J40 on Dec. 26, 2023. (Photo court...
Heather Bosch and Steve Coogan

Newborn orca whale calf spotted, second may be coming soon

A new member of the orca whale population has been spotted around the Puget Sound, and a second may be on the way, researchers said.
3 years ago
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Frank Sumrall

Capitol Hill’s beloved Blotto Pizza to close after 3 years

Blotto Pizza -- popular for its sourdough crusts and rotating toppings -- is closing down after three years of business, the company announced on Instagram.
3 years ago
Image: Writer/actor Tom Smothers accepts a commemorative writing achievement for "The Smothers Brot...
Associated Press

Comedian Tom Smothers, half of the Smothers Brothers, dies at 86

Tom Smothers, half of the Smothers Brothers and the co-host of one of the most socially conscious television shows in history, has died at 86.
3 years ago
The businesses on Front Street in Leavenworth are lit up during the holiday season....
Steve Coogan

‘Miracle achieved’: WSDOT appears to ID owner of bag of lost presents

After earlier seeking a "Christmas miracle," a state of Washington agency appears to have reunited a bag of lost Christmas presents with its owner.
3 years ago
Image: A Santa Claus display can be seen ahead of the opening of the Seattle Christmas Market in No...
Steve Coogan

Seattle is a top 10 US city for Christmas celebrations, analysis states

For those who love Christmas, Seattle is one of the best cities in the U.S. to live in or visit, according to one recent study.
3 years ago
Image: Christmas candy and candy canes stand on display for sale at a European Christmas market....
Steve Coogan

Washington’s favorite Christmas candy treats include Reese’s Minis, candy canes

Sweet and tasty treats have a significant presence in the state of Washington and all over the country, but what is the favorite of those living here?
3 years ago
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Matt Butler

Five songs from local artists to celebrate the holidays with

As soon as the Christmas tunes start, for every handful of listeners happy to hear it, there are those unhappy and complaining about the once-a-year tunes.
3 years ago
Image: People attend the lighting of the holiday tree at Seattle's Westlake Center on Friday, Nov. ...
Steve Coogan

Seattle holiday events: Where to go in December to get into the spirit

If you want to get into the holiday spirit in Seattle or the Puget Sound area, consider these events and activities through out the month of December.
3 years ago
Stevie Soleto plays with her Labradoodle Rudy at Seattle's Cal Anderson Park (Photo from Heather Bo...
Heather Bosch

Dog lovers unite: Washington ranked 3rd for most spoiled dogs

No doubt about it, Washington State loves its pups. Now there's proof, as Washington ranks third in the nation for the most spoiled dogs.
3 years ago
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Heather Bosch

Michael Jackson musical star: This role is a ‘dream come true’

As the Tony award-winning production "MJ the Musical" plays at Seattle's Paramount Theater, its star talks about what it's like to play Michael Jackson: a talented yet controversial icon.
3 years ago
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Matt Butler

Holiday Magic: The bands who played on KIRO Newsradio

This year, KIRO presented an all-day broadcast with inspiring stories from Treehouse and live performances from local artists with incredible talent. 
3 years ago
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L.B. Gilbert

SIFF Cinema Downtown, formerly Cinerama, now reopen

The beloved movie theater, now renamed to SIFF Cinema Downtown, has screenings starting Thursday, Dec. 14.
3 years ago
MJ musical...
Frank Sumrall

Separating art from artist: Michael Jackson musical ‘was great,’ Spike says

'MJ: The Musical' made its Pacific Northwest debut in Seattle Thursday night, with the four-time Tony-winning Broadway show staying through Dec. 17.
3 years ago
A photo from the Seattle Christmas Market (Photo courtesy of the Seattle Christmas Market)...
Frank Sumrall

Seattle Center home to European-themed Christmas Market

The Seattle Christmas Market is "inspired by the centuries-old yuletide tradition of the German Christmas Markets," Graham wrote.
3 years ago