Steve Coogan
State agency ‘to do everything we can to protect students,’ no matter their citizenship status
The Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction released its guidance on protections for immigrant students in public schools.2 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff with Wire Reports
Federal judge in Seattle temporarily blocks Trump executive order ending birthright citizenship
A federal judge Thursday temporarily blocked the president's executive order ending the constitutional guarantee of birthright citizenship.2 years ago
Frank Sumrall
‘I’m more humble now’: Joe Zlab shares his Jan. 6 experience after Trump pardon
Joe Zlab was among Trump's 1,500 issued pardons for those who were convicted or criminally charged in the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol.2 years ago
Martha Bellisle, The Associated Press and KIRO 7 News Staff
‘Orchestrated attack’ on Portland elections office shatters dozens of windows, police say
A group of people broke dozens of windows and spray painted anti-government graffiti on a Portland elections office.2 years ago
Matt Markovich
Capping the chaos: Washington rent stabilization bill moves forward
In one of its first acts of the 2025 legislative session on Monday, Washington State House Democrats have resurrected an attempt at rent stabilization.2 years ago
Frank Sumrall
WA AG files temporary restraining order against Trump’s executive order ending birthright citizenship
WA Attorney General Nick Brown is challenging President Donald Trump’s freshly signed executive order revoking birthright citizenship.2 years ago
Frank Sumrall
30 WA residents included in mass pardons from Trump
Thirty of the people previously prosecuted for the Jan. 6 attack included in Trump's pardons either live currently or lived in Washington.2 years ago
The MyNorthwest staff with wire reports
Trump inaugural speech: President rips past leaders, makes promises; hosts react
Trump inaugural speech: The president’s second address contained an indictment of the country he inherits and promises to fix its problems.2 years ago
Julia Dallas
‘Like winning the Super Bowl:’ KIRO Newsradio host gets firsthand look at Trump inauguration
John, host of "The John Curley Show," on KIRO Newsradio flew to Washington D.C. to attend the Trump inauguration.2 years ago
Steve Coogan
‘Trump will deliver a strong message:’ KIRO, KTTH hosts offer Inauguration Day thoughts
It is Inauguration Day and Donald Trump who won another White House term in November, will be sworn in Monday as the 47th U.S. president.2 years ago
Associated Press
Trump returns to power, promises a ‘golden age of America’
Donald Trump, who overcame impeachments and criminal indictments to win another term, will be sworn in as the 47th president on Monday.2 years ago
Julia Dallas
King County executive issues Proclamation of Emergency
King County Executive Dow Constantine issued a Proclamation of Emergency Friday.2 years ago
Associated Press
Trump swearing-in will move inside Capitol Rotunda because of intense cold
President-elect Donald Trump will take the oath of office from inside the Capitol Rotunda Monday due to forecasts of intense cold weather.2 years ago
Mar Sherman, The Associated Press
Supreme Court upholds law banning TikTok if it’s not sold by its Chinese parent company
The Supreme Court on Friday unanimously upheld the federal law banning TikTok unless it’s sold by its China-based parent company.2 years ago
Matt Markovich
State Senate bill with new gun-free zones in parks, where kids are present moves ahead
Washington lawmakers revised a gun-free-zones bill that would have prohibited firearms and weapons in most locations where kids are present.2 years ago
Matt Markovich
New bill proposes state taxpayers fund health insurance for student athletes
Star collegiate athletes like starting quarterbacks and lesser known players, like third stringers on a school's softball team, could see state taxpayers pay for their health insurance.2 years ago
Frank Sumrall
WA reps seek aid, disaster declaration from federal government for bomb cyclone recovery
Washington representatives are asking for financial assistance and a disaster declaration following the deadly bomb cyclone.2 years ago
Frank Sumrall
Gun owners could be charged with felonies if firearm gets stolen under new proposed bill
The owner of a gun that becomes stolen could face fines and felonies if the thief commits a violent crime with said gun.2 years ago
Matt Markovich
From outlawed to mainstream: Washington cannabis workers push for union rights
Once upon a time, cultivating cannabis could land you behind bars. Fast forward to today and it's a bona fide career path in Washington.2 years ago
Associated Press
Biden warns of dangers of ‘oligarchy’ of ultra-rich, ‘tech-industrial complex’ running country
President Joe Biden used his farewell address to the nation Wednesday to warn of an “oligarchy” of the ultra-wealthy taking root in the country and of a “tech-industrial complex” that is infringing on Americans' rights and the future of democracy.2 years ago
Matt Markovich
‘The times call for action:’ Ferguson pledges reforms amid challenges from Trump, budget deficit
Bob Ferguson, the newly sworn-in governor of Washington, delivered an ambitious inaugural address on Wednesday emphasizing immediate action to address the state's challenges.2 years ago
Matt Markovich
Text, ‘No thanks!’ New state bill aims to tackle intrusive mobile messages, calls
Washington lawmakers held a hearing on Wednesday in an attempt to shield residents from the relentless barrage of unwanted spam phone calls and text messages.2 years ago
Charlie Harger
‘SMN:’ City Council member Rivera has concerns over Harrell’s One Seattle plan
Speaking to KIRO Newsradio, Seattle City Council member Maritza Rivera expressed concerns about Mayor Bruce Harrell's One Seattle plan.2 years ago
