Julia Dallas
WA rent cap for 2026 announced under Gov. Ferguson’s landmark bill
Discover the new rent cap for 2026 as announced by Washington State's Department of Commerce under a landmark bill.1 year ago
Frank Sumrall
Federal judge blocks WA law requiring clergy members to report confessions
A federal judge granted a preliminary injunction blocking Washington Senate Bill 5375, which requires members of the clergy to report known child abuse, even if it’s revealed during Confession, from being enforced.1 year ago
Luke Duecy
Sheriff Swank downplays own DUI arrest as top commander faces vehicular assault charge
KIRO Newsradio uncovered court records that showed Pierce County Sheriff, Keith Swank, who hired Dickerson to be a part of command staff as head of criminal investigations, was also arrested for DUI 18 years ago.1 year ago
James Lynch
King County re-affirms status as sanctuary county
King County Council supports immigrants and refugees, reaffirming its sanctuary county status to foster inclusivity and safety.1 year ago
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk
Seattle judge rules U.S. must allow entry for refugees previously approved before travel ban
A federal judge in Seattle ruled that the U.S. must allow refugees blocked by the travel ban to enter.1 year ago
Julia Dallas
Judge sides with neighbors to close Denny Blaine Park, orders city to act within 2 weeks
Seattle opposes closing Denny Blaine Park despite rising crime concerns.1 year ago
Frank Sumrall
WA Gun Law president: WA ‘just trying to invade the privacy of responsible gun owners’ regarding new restrictions
"They're just trying to invade the privacy of lawful, responsible gun owners," Kirk said. "They believe that somehow or another, gun stores are contributing to the gun violence problem, when in fact, they're not."1 year ago
Jason Rantz Show
WA Rep. Adam Smith on transgender women in sports: Let leagues decide, not lawmakers
U.S. Rep. Adam Smith discusses the need for leagues to establish fair transgender sports guidelines amid his re-election campaign.1 year ago
Frank Sumrall
‘This is political prosecution’: Tim Hazelo guilty of felony unlawful entry after refusing to wear a mask
Tim Hazelo, the former Island County Republican Party Chair, has been convicted of felony unlawful entry after he refused to wear a mask while he operated as an official election observer during the November 2024 general election.1 year ago
Jason Sutich
Lewis County declares itself a ‘non-sanctuary’ county after unanimous vote
Lewis County commissioners declare the region a non-sanctuary city following a unanimous vote at the courthouse in Chehalis.1 year ago
Julia Dallas
King County Assessor John Wilson suspends campaign for county executive
John Wilson, King County Assessor, halts his campaign for county executive amid allegations he violated a restraining order.1 year ago
Jason Sutich
WA to fund Medicaid gap for Planned Parenthood after ‘big, beautiful bill’ passage
Washington State will bridge Medicaid funding gaps post-federal cuts, Governor Ferguson announces, ensuring support for Planned Parenthood.1 year ago
James Lynch
‘We are accountable to you’: Shon Barnes sworn in as new Seattle police chief
Shon Barnes takes office as Seattle police chief, emphasizing community engagement and public safety for all residents.1 year ago
Frank Sumrall
WA Rep. rips Trump’s ‘big, beautiful bill’: A ‘reverse Robin Hood’ for the rich
President Donald Trump's “big, beautiful bill” has received plenty of criticism and pushback, including from U.S. Rep Adam Smith, D-WA.1 year ago
Frank Sumrall
Churches, houses of worship can now endorse political candidates, IRS rules
Churches and other houses of worship can now officially endorse political candidates to their congregations, the IRS ruled Monday.1 year ago
Jason Sutich
Mayor Harrell seeks court approval to end federal oversight of Seattle Police
Mayor Harrell files for court approval to terminate Seattle's police consent decree and revise crowd management policies.1 year ago
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show
‘He needs to get out of politics’: Gee and Ursula unconvinced by Elon Musk’s new political party
Explore KIRO hosts' perspectives on Elon Musk's political party and its potential impact on the political landscape.1 year ago
Frank Sumrall
Snohomish County’s homeless population drops for second straight year, but federal funding still in jeopardy
County leaders revealed the number of unhoused people in Snohomish dropped to just more than 1,100 this year.1 year ago
Seattle's Morning News
‘The big, beautiful bill’ will ‘refocus Medicaid dollars,’ WA rep. claims
Just before the House sent the bill to the president's desk, Washington rep. Jim Walsh explained why this "big, beautiful bill" is necessary.1 year ago
MyNorthwest Staff with Wire Reports
Local leaders react as House passes Trump’s ‘big, beautiful bill,’ sending it to president’s desk
House Republicans lifted President Donald Trump’s $4.5 trillion tax breaks and spending cuts bill to final passage Thursday, overcoming multiple setbacks to approve his signature second-term policy package before a self-imposed Fourth of July deadline. The tight roll call, 218-214, came at a potentially high political cost, with two Republicans joining all Democrats opposed. GOP leaders worked overnight […]1 year ago
Julia Dallas
‘A big, extremely ugly bill’: WA Rep. claims Trump’s tax bill will be ‘incredibly damaging’ for people nationwide
House Republicans push Trump's tax bill, but concerns arise over its potential negative impact on Americans.1 year ago
Heather Bosch
AG Nick Brown joins lawsuit, says you shouldn’t be deported just for seeing a doctor
AG Nick Brown opposes using health data for deportation, advocating for patient privacy in Washington's multi-state lawsuit.1 year ago
Associated Press
Senate passes Trump’s ‘big, beautiful’ tax bill as Vance breaks 50-50 tie
Senate Republicans hauled President Donald Trump’s big tax breaks and spending cuts bill to passage Tuesday on the narrowest of votes, pushing past opposition from Democrats and their own GOP ranks after a turbulent overnight session.1 year ago
