Matt Markovich
New motorhomes in WA could be banned in a matter of weeks
Starting January 1, Washington may halt sales of new motorhomes and large trucks powered by diesel or gasoline, due to emissions regulations modeled after California's standards.2 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba
Former four-star general warns of a Hegseth-run military
President-Elect Donald Trump has selected Fox News host Peter Hegseth as his nominee for Defense Secretary.2 years ago
Frank Sumrall
King County Executive Dow Constantine not seeking re-election in 2025
King County Executive Dow Constantine has announced he is not seeking reelection in 2025 after 15 years on the job.2 years ago
Steve Coogan
Freshman WA congressman-elect Baumgartner asked to whip votes for Speaker Johnson
Republican Michael Baumgartner won election to the U.S. House seat representing the 5th District in Washington.2 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba
Republican Newhouse wins reelection in Washington’s 4th Congressional District
According to vote counts released Tuesday, Newhouse is ahead by nearly six points in the 4th Congressional District over Jerrod Sessler.2 years ago
Matt Markovich
How much will new Seattle Transportation Levy cost homeowners?
Seattle residents have approved Proposition 1, a property tax measure set to invest $1.55 billion in the city’s transportation infrastructure.2 years ago
Frank Sumrall
WA crowns Seattle Democrat as next Senate Majority Leader
Senator Jamie Pederson was voted in Monday as the new Senate Majority Leader in the Washington State Senate.2 years ago
KIRO Newsradio Staff with Wire Reports
Jayapal says she’s prepared to ‘fight’ next administration as Trump makes cabinet picks
Washington Representative Pramila Jayapal said she's focused on the administration's immigration agenda.2 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba
On KIRO Newsradio, Gov. Jay Inslee points to Climate Commitment Act as a success
Governor Jay Inslee, the longest-serving governor in the United States, expressed pride in the state’s recent achievements.2 years ago
KIRO Newsradio and MyNorthwest staff
Democrat Gluesenkamp Perez wins rematch with Kent in 3rd District
Incumbent Democrat Marie Gluesenkamp Perez appears close to a victory in a rematch with Republican Joe Kent in Washington's 3rd District.2 years ago
Matt Markovich
Seattle council member jumps on capital gains bandwagon, proposes one for city residents
Just days after Washington voters rejected a measure to repeal the statewide capital gains tax, Seattle City Council member Cathy Moore announced Friday her plan to introduce a similar tax for Seattle residents.2 years ago
Matt Markovich
Democrats fall short of supermajority in state legislature but are set to flip GOP seats
Democrats in Washington who were hoping to gain a supermajority in both chambers of the state legislature most likely won't get their wish.2 years ago
Sam Campbell
Ferguson, next AG Brown prepare for lawsuits against another Trump admin
Attorney General Bob Ferguson told reporters he is preparing his successor, Attorney General-elect Nick Brown, for potential litigation against the incoming Donald Trump administration.2 years ago
Associated Press
President-elect Donald Trump names Susie Wiles as chief of staff
President-elect Donald Trump has named Susie Wiles, the manager of his victorious campaign, as his White House chief of staff.2 years ago
Matt Markovich
Gas clash: Who’s accused of being a ‘pompus turd’ in I-2066 legal threat
Brian Heywood accused Washington Gov. Jay Inslee and Attorney General Bob Ferguson of playing a "disingenuous game" with voters.2 years ago
Associated Press
Biden delivers remarks following Trump’s victory over Harris
President Joe Biden delivered remarks to the nation Thursday in what was his first appearance on camera after Donald Trump's electoral win.2 years ago
Matt Markovich
‘As goes King County, so goes the state:’ WA turns into deeper blue state after 2024 election
If a conservative-leaning candidate or initiative can't garner 40% of the vote in Seattle and King County, then they lost blue Washington.2 years ago
Steve Coogan
‘Blindsided:’ KIRO Newsradio hosts react to Trump winning the 2024 election
Spike O'Neill told Jake Skorheim Wednesday he was blindsided by the election victory by Donald Trump on Tuesday.2 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba
Democrat Emily Randall wins Washington’s 6th District
Democrat Emily Randall is projected to beat Republican Drew MacEwen 57.1%-42.8% in Washington's 6th Congressional district.2 years ago
Sam Campbell
WA Democrats tell citizens ‘we will be ready’ for second Trump presidency
Governor Jay Inslee told KIRO Newsradio he previously discussed with Governor-elect Bob Ferguson the possibility of a second presidential term for now-President-elect Donald Trump.2 years ago
Associated Press
Harris says nation must accept election results, but urges supporters to keep fighting
After her loss, Kamala Harris said Wednesday that “we must accept the results of this election” as she encouraged supporters to keep fighting.2 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba
Medved: ‘Americans were in a bad mood. They wanted change.’
Michael Medved, a presidential historian and conservative commentator, shares his insights on the election results.2 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba
Closely watched U.S. House 3rd District race in Washington is too close to call
In the 3rd congressional district in Washington, a rematch between U.S. Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez and Joe Kent is too close to call.2 years ago
