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Frank Sumrall

Pierce County Sheriff warns of gas tank thefts as high fuel prices fuel a new crime wave

The Pierce County Sheriff’s Department is warning drivers after an attempted gas theft in Spanaway.
3 months ago
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John Curley Show

‘The dark side of Washington’: One real estate broker warns the housing market is a canary in the coal mine for the state’s future

One principal broker, Leah Courage of The Courage Group at ONE Realty, warns that Washington’s real estate market is headed for serious trouble.
3 months ago
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MyNorthwest Staff

Burien retailer sells 20 winning lottery tickets in one night

One retailer in Burien sold 20 winning Match 4 lottery tickets Wednesday night, Washington's Lottery confirmed.
3 months ago
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Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show

Ursula: ‘Governor Ferguson, what about suspending the CCA?’ as local inflation nears a full point above national rate

"My question is, Governor Ferguson, what about suspending the CCA?" Ursula asked.
3 months ago
Seattle inflation energy...
Aaron Granillo

Seattle-area inflation hits 4.9%, outpacing nation as energy costs soar

Prices in the greater Seattle area rose 4.9% over the past year, according to federal data, outpacing a national inflation rate that hit a three-year high.
3 months ago
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Jason Sutich

Funko sued over allegedly tracking, selling customer data without permission

A new lawsuit accused the Everett-based pop culture collectibles company, Funko Pop!, of collecting and selling its users' data without their permission.
3 months ago
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MyNorthwest Staff

Boeing trial begins in Seattle over claims it hid 737 MAX safety concerns

LOT Polish Airlines has become the first airline to take Boeing to trial over the 737 MAX crashes, with proceedings starting Monday in Seattle.
3 months ago
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Frank Sumrall

Alaska Airlines taking on $1 billion in debt as jet fuel costs spike amid ongoing Iran War

Alaska Airlines announced it’s preparing to take on as much as one billion dollars in new debt to combat rising jet fuel prices.
3 months ago
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MyNorthwest Staff

WA to pay $4.5M after inmate dies of untreated bladder cancer at Stafford Creek

Washington has agreed to pay $4.5 million to the estate of a 69-year-old man, Gordon Crockett, who died from bladder cancer while incarcerated in Washington.
3 months ago
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Manda Factor

How much is Seattle spending on the 2026 World Cup? Nearly $32 million and counting

Seattle is moving to accept more than $18 million in grant funding and contributions to support the city's preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
3 months ago
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Manda Factor

IRS extends WA tax deadline again after storms, flooding

Washington residents affected by severe storms, and flooding that began in December now have until Aug. 5 to file their federal tax returns and make payments.
3 months ago
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Frank Sumrall

Sheriff Derek Sanders asks to have own salary frozen amid ‘tough economic conditions’ plaguing Thurston County

Thurston County Sheriff Derek Sanders is asking the county commission on salaries to freeze his pay ... again.
3 months ago
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John Curley Show

$1 trillion for ‘three thousandths of one degree’: ‘What Does It Cost?’ director warns of WA net-zero price tag

Ken Peterson warned of the financial consequences of Washington and Oregon's net-zero plan.
3 months ago
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Aaron Granillo

Washington health insurance enrollment hits record decline

Washington saw a nearly 13% decline in health insurance enrollment this year.
3 months ago
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Charlie Harger

Seattle gas prices hit new record as analyst warns of $7 to $8 a gallon if Strait of Hormuz stays closed

Seattle faces record gas prices, with analysts predicting $7 to $8 per gallon if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed.
3 months ago
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Charlie Harger

WA gas prices hit all-time record overnight: What Iran, the CCA, and the state gas tax are costing you

Two days ago, Seattle broke its all-time gas price record. Now the entire state has followed. Washington's statewide average has hit $5.57 a gallon, a new all-time record.
3 months ago
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MyNorthwest Staff

Starbucks posts strong Q2 growth as revenue hits $9.5 billion

Starbucks stock jumped in after-hours trading on Tuesday after the coffee giant posted strong second-quarter earnings.
3 months ago
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MyNorthwest Staff

Everett seeks $10.6M more for AquaSox stadium as city warns team could leave without new ballpark

The City of Everett is seeking $10.6 million for the Everett AquaSox's new baseball stadium, which will be put to a vote on Wednesday.
3 months ago
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Luke Duecy

‘That’s just wrong’: AG Nick Brown responds to document dump fueling questions over WA ‘millionaires’ tax

Attorney General Nick Brown responds to scrutiny over WA’s proposed Millionaires Tax following alarming document releases.
3 months ago
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Charlie Harger

Seattle gas prices hit all-time record overnight as Iran war, Climate Commitment Act create historic squeeze at the pump

Overnight, the average price for a gallon of regular unleaded in the Seattle area hit $5.72, surpassing the all-time record set in June 2022, according to AAA.
3 months ago
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KIRO Newsradio staff

King County eyes back-to-back sewage rate hikes

King County residents could soon see higher sewage bills as the county tries to keep pace with population growth and climate change.
3 months ago
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Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘It sounds dystopian’: Jake, Spike debate whether companies should offer tiny homes to employees

Discover how a home builder in Huntsville is creating affordable tiny homes to help younger generations enter the housing market.
3 months ago
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Luke Duecy

Moody’s warns of possible Washington credit downgrade over budget reserves, raising borrowing-cost concerns

Moody's cautions about a possible downgrade of Washington's credit rating, highlighting ongoing financial concerns in the state.
3 months ago
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Associated Press

SNAP benefits don’t pay for rotisserie chicken. A bipartisan bill might change that

A bipartisan group of U.S. senators wants government food assistance programs to foot the bill for rotisserie chicken from the grocery store.
3 months ago