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Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) and Sen. Patty Murray (D-WA) (Photo by Joe Raedle/Getty Images)...
Hanna Scott

Democrats feeling strong after initial results from Aug. 2 primary

Murray appears well positioned in her bid for a sixth term, coming out roughly 22 points ahead in early results over her challenger Smiley.
4 years ago
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Frank Sumrall

Seattle permanently issues 15% cap on food-delivery fees

The cap has been in place since April 2020 as part of an emergency order to manage the financial hardship small businesses faced under shutdown orders.
4 years ago
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L.B. Gilbert

Early primary returns suggest GOP failed to flip targeted legislative districts, Dems say

Many Democrats are already celebrating big wins across the state legislative district, especially in elections that were marked as weak districts by Republican challengers.
4 years ago
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MyNorthwest Staff

Blue Angels return to Seattle for Seafair after two year absence

After being gone from the Emerald city for more then two years, since before the COVID-19 pandemic began, the Blue Angels will once again take flight over Seattle.
4 years ago
Dick's Drive-In A mock-up of the future Dick's Drive-In in Bellevue. (Dick's Drive-In)...
Theresa Robinson, KIRO 7 News

Potato problems for Dick’s Drive-In with end of harvest ‘not producing fries up to standards’

If you’re stopping by Dick’s Drive-In this week, your fries might taste a bit different than usual.
4 years ago
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Nicole Jennings

Stanwood Chamber of Commerce closing, other chambers face pandemic challenges

The Stanwood Chamber of Commerce is closing due to financial difficulties. With the loss of event revenue, the pandemic has been rough on chambers.
4 years ago
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Darren Dedo

The Crime Corner: Deputies question naked coffee drinker, thief uses drill to steal gas

Darren Dedo, KIRO Newsradio reporter, covers overnight crime in the Puget Sound region on the morning of August 3.
4 years ago
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MyNorthwest Staff

Dems crash Smiley’s election-night party with abortion-rights protest

Pro-abortion activists protested candidate Tiffany Smiley's "extreme anti-abortion stance" outside an election watch party hosted by Smiley.
4 years ago
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KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk

The AM Newsdesk Minutes: Newhouse, Beutler faced strong opposition from MAGA backed candidates in primary

The KIRO Newsradio newsdesk brings you their top stories on the morning of Wednesday, August 3.
4 years ago
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MyNorthwest Staff

Steve Hobbs, Julie Anderson leading in Secretary of State primary election

Incumbent Steve Hobbs and Julie Anderson are now leading in the primary election race for Secretary of State, garnering 40.7% and 13.1% of the vote, respectively.
4 years ago
Matt Larkin and Kim Schrier (Courtesy images)...
MyNorthwest Staff

Larkin overtakes Dunn in fight to face Schrier in 8th district general election

Kim Schrier and Matt Larkin are now leading in the primary election race for the 8th U.S. House District, garnering 48.1% and 16.7% of the vote, respectively.
4 years ago
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MyNorthwest Staff

Kent closes the gap in 3rd Congressional District primary election; Herrera Beutler on the hot seat

Incumbent Jaime Herrera Beutler's (R) slim lead over Joe Kent (R) was cut in half after Thursday night results were tallied in the primary election race for the 3rd U.S. House District.
4 years ago
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MyNorthwest Staff

Patty Murray, Tiffany Smiley advance to US Senate general election

Patty Murray and Tiffany Smiley are leading in the primary election race for the U.S. Senate, garnering 53.9% and 32.0% of the vote, respectively.
4 years ago
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Frank Sumrall

Seattle kills $4-per-hour hazard pay for grocery workers, effective next month

Harrell previously vetoed a decision to end the grocery store hazard pay at the end of last year, but a spokesperson told KIRO he will sign this bill.
4 years ago
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk

The PM Newsdesk Minutes: Murray introduces pro-abortion legislation ahead of election, Vantage wildfire grows

The KIRO Newsradio newsdesk brings you their top stories on the afternoon of Tuesday, August 2.
4 years ago
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L.B. Gilbert

SPD detective reveals harrowing details of the night Rep. Jayapal’s life was threatened

An SPD detective justifies finding probable cause against the man charged with felony harassment against Rep. Pramila Jayapal.
4 years ago
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MyNorthwest Staff

83% of voters undecided in King County Prosecuting Attorney race

83% of King County voters are undecided on the prosecuting attorney race, according to a recent poll conducted by the Northwest Progressive Institute.
4 years ago
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MyNorthwest Staff

WA reps ‘demand answers’ from USPS over mail backlog

The last day to return your ballot for the primary is August 2, but with postal delays some are worried about getting counted in time for the election.
4 years ago
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MyNorthwest Staff

A guide to finding the closest ballot box for WA’s midterm primary

There are more than 70 official drop box locations in King County, including more than 30 in Seattle. 
4 years ago
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Darren Dedo

The Crime Corner: Gas station clerk shoots and kills armed robber, gun recovered at Torchlight Parade

Darren Dedo, KIRO Newsradio reporter, covers overnight crime in the Puget Sound region on the morning of August 2:
4 years ago
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L.B. Gilbert

Teamsters reject latest concrete truck-driver contract, skip work over demands not being met

Members from the Teamsters Union Local 174 voted on a new contract sent over from concrete companies, rejecting the contract 170-1 in a secret ballot.
4 years ago
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MyNorthwest Staff

Vantage wildfire rages in Eastern WA, burning 5000 acres

A wildfire in Eastern Washington is burning over 5,000 acres and is threatening approximately 40 homes and other pieces of key infrastructure.
4 years ago
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KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk

The AM Newsdesk Minutes: Three officially dead due to heat, mass shooting trial continues

The KIRO Newsradio newsdesk brings you their top stories on the morning of Tuesday, August 2.
4 years ago
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KIRO 7 News Staff

Bellevue police seeking couple wanted for frisking victims looking for items to steal

Bellevue police are asking the public for help to identify a couple wanted for six robberies, where they steal jewelry from pedestrians.
4 years ago