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Manda Factor

Washington mail-in voting at risk as Supreme Court signals major ruling before November

Supreme Court may impact mail-in voting laws in WA ahead of November elections.

4 months ago

Julia Dallas

King County Council passes ban on ICE agents at county-owned properties after protestors disrupt meeting

The King County Council passed an ordinance Tuesday that bans U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents from entering or operating within county-owned property.

4 months ago

KIRO Newsradio Staff with Wire Reports

Lines at SEA continue to move swiftly as senators chase deal to end DHS budget standoff

Lines at the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) remain swift amid national delays.

4 months ago

Jason Sutich

‘We never stopped being a basketball city’: Seattle officials pass resolution backing SuperSonics return

Seattle's resolution shows commitment to bringing back the SuperSonics, uniting fans and city leaders for a potential revival.

4 months ago

Jason Sutich

‘Responsibility to act’: Seattle, King County remove César Chávez name from park after abuse allegations

Following abuse allegations, Seattle and King County will remove César Chávez's name from a local park to address community concerns.

4 months ago

Associated Press

Trump raises hopes for war to wind down as Iran denies negotiations

U.S. President Donald Trump told reporters that Iran wants “to make a deal” to end the war, claiming U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff and Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner had held talks Sunday with an Iranian leader.

4 months ago

Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘We’re losing our agricultural community’: Fourth-generation eastern WA family ranch faces $3.7 million battle with state

A fourth-generation family ranch in eastern WA battles the state for essential grazing rights to sustain their cattle operations.

4 months ago

Frank Sumrall

‘He remarried fairly quickly’: Trump further criticizes Joe Kent in remarks to press

The fallout between Joe Kent and President Donald Trump continues, as the president made further remarks to the press about his departure from the White House.

4 months ago

Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show

‘Big impact on new WA registrations’: Elections director warns SAVE America Act could lower voter turnout

Trump's SAVE Act requires citizenship proof, risking reduced voter participation in upcoming elections.

4 months ago

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KIRO Newsradio staff

‘ICE is hiding from public accountability’: Ferguson signs bill to ban officers from wearing masks on duty

Gov. Bob Ferguson signs bill prohibiting law enforcement from wearing masks while on duty, enhancing transparency and accountability.

4 months ago

Frank Lenzi

Wilson puts expansion of Seattle’s surveillance camera pilot program on hold

Mayor Katie Wilson pauses the expansion of Seattle's surveillance camera pilot program, allowing current cameras to remain active.

4 months ago

Jason Sutich

Governor Ferguson signs bill prohibiting double voting in Washington

Governor Bob Ferguson signed a bill on Tuesday that prohibits double voting in Washington elections by fixing an ambiguity in the state's law.

4 months ago

Trump says that he’s asked ‘about 7′ countries to join coalition to police Iran’s Strait of Hormuz

Trump calls for seven nations to join efforts in policing the Strait of Hormuz, ensuring maritime security and open trade routes.

5 months ago

Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘We’ve made ourselves an outlier’: Downtown Seattle Association says business taxes are pushing out employers

Jon Scholes urges reduced taxes for Seattle businesses to retain employers and boost the local economy.

5 months ago

MyNorthwest Staff

‘No Kings’ protesters to march to Washington State Capitol on March 28

The third "No Kings" march and rally has been scheduled for March 28, as participants will march toward the Washington Capitol for a peaceful protest.

5 months ago

Luke Duecy

‘Number one priority’: Democrats celebrate ‘millionaire tax’ passage while Republicans vow pushback as session closes

Washington lawmakers finalize the session, passing the millionaire tax as Republicans prepare to challenge this controversial move.

5 months ago

Manda Factor

‘Unthinkable’ shift: How WA Democrats moved left enough to pass the state’s first income tax

Washington lawmakers made history this session by passing the state's first-ever income tax, capping off a legislative session marked by marathon debates.

5 months ago

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MyNorthwest Staff

WA Senate gives final approval to ‘millionaire tax,’ sends it to Ferguson’s desk

The millionaire tax has passed the WA Senate and is now headed to Governor Ferguson for approval.

5 months ago

KIRO Newsradio Staff with Wire Reports

‘We’ve got to have accountability’: Sen. Murray says ICE reform is needed before DHS funding passes

Sen. Murray emphasizes the need for ICE reform to secure DHS funding amid ongoing Senate negotiations.

5 months ago

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Frank Sumrall

‘I’m not going to accept it’: Pierce County sheriff warns against bill allowing state to remove sheriffs

KIRO host John Curley had Pierce County Sheriff Keith Swank on to discuss Senate Bill 5974, a bill that allows the state to remove elected sheriffs.

5 months ago

Associated Press

Iran’s sports minister says the country can’t take part in the World Cup because of US attacks

Iran’s sports and youth minister said it’s “not possible” for the country to take part in the World Cup after the United States killed its supreme leader.