Politics

King County Assessor John Wilson gps monitor...
Bill Kaczaraba

‘SMN:’ John Wilson announces candidacy for King County Executive

King County Assessor John Wilson, a long-time community advocate, has officially announced his candidacy for King County Executive.
2 years ago
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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
Image: Democratic U.S. Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez can be seen in a recent photo....
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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
Democrat Emily Randall in the lead in Washington's 6th Congressional District. (Getty Images)...
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
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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
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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
Incumbent Democrat U.S. House candidate Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, left, and her opponent Republican ...
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
Frank Sumrall

Nick Brown to become Washington’s next attorney general

With Bob Ferguson departing his post after more than a decade, Democrat Nick Brown is projected to become Washington's next attorney general. 
2 years ago
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Steve Coogan

Initiatives update: Capital gains tax to stay in place; WA cares measure not called

An initiative to repeal the state of Washington’s capital gains tax is expected to fail with Washington voters.
2 years ago
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Frank Sumrall

Reykdal poised to serve third term of superintendent of public instruction

Chris Reykdal is on track to get elected to a third term as the state's superintendent of public instruction, published ballot results state.
2 years ago
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The MyNorthwest staff with wire reports

I-2117 goes down: Washington voters uphold landmark climate law against challenge

Voters in Washington on Tuesday upheld a groundbreaking law that is forcing companies to cut carbon emissions while raising billions of dollars for programs that include habitat restoration and preparing for climate change.
2 years ago
Photo: (Left) Republican Jaime Herrera Beutler and (right) Democrat Dave Upthegrove faced off for W...
Julia Dallas

Democrat Upthegrove in lead for public lands commissioner over Herrera Beutler

Democrat Dave Upthegrove is in the lead for Washington Public Lands Commissioner, beating Republican Jaime Herrera Beutler.
2 years ago
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The MyNorthwest and KIRO Newsradio staff

For Washington voters: Get drop box locations and check your ballot status

Washington voters, take note: Tuesday is Election Day. So, registered voters should drop off their ballots at their nearest drop box location.
2 years ago
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The MyNorthwest staff with wire reports

A turbulent election campaign ends as voters select Harris or Trump; KIRO hosts weigh in

A presidential election campaign marked by upheaval and rancor headed for its Election Day finale Tuesday as voters made their final choice.
2 years ago
The North Lawn of the White House in Washington, DC. (Photo by Mandel NGAN / AFP) (Photo by MANDEL ...
Matt Markovich

Washington emerges as key campaign fundraising hub for 2024 presidential race

Presidential candidates often turn to Washington state as a reliable source for campaign fundraising. This was true again in 2024.
2 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba

Medved: The election may be so close that it will ‘invite ongoing battles’

Conservative Michael Medved shared his insights on the tight race between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump.
2 years ago
Washington Attorney General Bob Ferguson, left, is seen on April 27, 2023 in Seattle. At right, the...
Matt Markovich

Ferguson leads Washington governor’s race by 17.2%, new poll reveals

In Washington’s gubernatorial race, Bob Ferguson has strengthened his lead over Dave Reichert by a significant 17.2% margin.
2 years ago
Washington Post owner Jeff Bezos, (Photo: Emma McIntyre/Getty Images)...
Bill Kaczaraba

The Washington Post confirms Jeff Bezos decided it won’t endorse a presidential candidate

The Washington Post said Friday that it will not endorse a candidate for President. Owner Jeff Bezos made the decision, the outlet confirmed.
2 years ago
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Bill Kaczaraba

Bill Gates thrown into political fray with major donation

He's not known to giving to political candidates, but Seattle billionaire Bill Gates apparently has changed his mind.
2 years ago