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Parents plea for other solutions as SPS considers closing 20 elementary schools
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Washington has become ‘safe haven for people seeking abortions,’ study finds
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Amazon gets FAA approval that allows it to expand drone deliveries
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Rantz: Another Seattle vehicle theft, this time with puppy named Rooster inside
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Weekend Revelry Roundup: June ushers in Pride Month, pet events and more
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Police: Man killed, another injured after being stabbed in Queen Anne park
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Washington insurance: Health plan prices may rise; new rule set to begin
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MyNorthwest Politics
Washington Republicans, Democrats react to Trump's guilty verdict
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Lawmakers, judges, incarcerated people seek resentencing reform amid victim concerns
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Guilty: Trump becomes first former US president convicted of felony crimes after trial
Donald Trump is the first ex-president to be convicted of felony crimes as he was found guilty Thursday after a New York trial.
Mill Creek man arrested after crashing into rideshare vehicle carrying four elderly people, killing one
A 74-year-old woman died in a car crash in downtown Seattle last week, and now the Mill Creek driver who caused the accident has been arrested.
Your car's airbag might be a recall from over 10 years ago
An airbag recall from 14 years ago could haunt you. KIRO Newsradio spoke with CarFax about what to do if your car is on the list.
Exclusive: New Seattle National Archives to be a 'very large project'
KIRO Newsradio spoke to two officials involved for a preview of what's to come in developing the new Seattle National Archives facility.
'I feel bad for these people:' South Lake Union homeless encampment cleared away
The deadline, for those living in a South Lake Union homeless encampment, to pack up and move on was 9 a.m. Wednesday.
Diaz to depart as SPD chief; Interim Sue Rahr to focus on cultural change
Former King County Sheriff Sue Rahr will replace Adrian Diaz and serve as interim Seattle Police chief, Mayor Bruce Harrell said.
SeattleSports.com
How could first-place Mariners address their need for offense?
Stacy Rost of Seattle Sports' Bump and Stacy details the silver linings for the first-place Mariners, but also their need to get more offense.
Video: Bob’s Baseball Breakdown – Should Mariners make moves now?
Bob Stelton of Seattle Sports' Wyman and Bob answers a few questions about the Mariners from T-Mobile Park after their series win over the Astros.
PFF analyst explains ranking Seahawks’ Geno Smith as NFL’s No. 18 QB
Pro Football Focus analyst Trevor Sikkema explained his placement of Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith in his 2024 NFL QB rankings.
New Seahawks QB Sam Howell ‘excited’ to be in Seattle
Speaking to the media for the first time since coming to Seattle in a March trade, new Seahawks QB Sam Howell said he's ready to "compete."
Video: Should the Mariners consider making roster additions now? Bob’s Baseball Breakdown for 5-23-24
Bob Stelton of Seattle Sports’ Wyman and Bob breaks down the state of the Seattle Mariners. What did he see this week? Should the Mariners consider adding offense before the market heats up? This week, Bob answers: – How big was this Astros series win? – Who has been the most pleasant surprise? – Should […]
Seattle Mariners takeaways: Bullpen rebounds, offense stays cool
Three observations from the first-place Seattle Mariners' four-game series victory over the Houston Astros.
KIRO Newsradio Opinion
Angela Poe Russell: It’s time to reimagine public restrooms
It’s the Great Restroom Debate. How do we create public restrooms everyone can feel comfortable using?
John and Jake: Where's the line when it comes to transgender children competing in sports?
Elizabeth Wilson's middle-school daughter took second place in the invitation-only Junior Olympic race for the 1600, but Wilson believes the first-place winner had an unfair advantage.
Ross: Living defensively has its limits when facing 'forever chemicals'
The trouble is that "living defensively" has its limits – as we heard when 3M lost control of its "forever chemicals."
KTTH Opinion
Rantz: Poll says Washington state is in play for Trump, bad news for Biden, Ferguson
A new Washington state poll shows Donald Trump could win here. But more troublesome for Democrats? How voters view their policies.
Rantz Exclusive: Secretary of State says AG Bob Ferguson demanded he break law in vulgar tirade
Secretary of State Steve Hobbs says Attorney General Bob Ferguson demanded he break the law in a vulgar and angry tirade.
Rantz: It's time to pull the plug on Bumbershoot Seattle after latest disaster lineup
The newest Bumbershoot lineup confirms what we've known for a while: this music festival is dead in Seattle.
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MyNorthwest Traffic
Sullivan: May through September is the most deadly period for motorcyclists
A lot more motorcyclists are out now that the weather has improved, but we are now in the most dangerous months of the year for them.
Sullivan: Tussling with the future of the US Route 2 trestle
The US Route 2 trestle from Lake Stevens to Everett needs some TLC, and the state is looking for your input on its future.
Why were Washington ferries out of service this weekend?
It's been a tough Memorial Day weekend for those using Washington ferries as many travelers have been faced with cancellations.
MyNorthwest Weather
PNW doesn't get hurricanes but does get hurricane-force winds
The National Hurricane Center and NOAA recently released this season's hurricane outlook that begins on June 1.
From soggy to sunny: This week's Washington weather roller coaster
This week’s weather is expected to rebound to warmer and drier conditions, but not before yet one more period of wet weather.
Buehner: Will it rain (like always) during Memorial Day Weekend?
The Memorial Day Weekend, the unofficial start to the summer season, is upon us. As travelers hit the road, what kind of weather is in store?
MyNorthwest Politics
Diaz to depart as SPD chief; Interim Sue Rahr to focus on cultural change
Former King County Sheriff Sue Rahr will replace Adrian Diaz and serve as interim Seattle Police chief, Mayor Bruce Harrell said.
Rantz: Adrian Diaz out as Seattle Police Chief, will stay with department
Rumors are swirling amongst officers that Seattle Police chief Adrian Diaz is out after the mayor's office grew tired of "drama."
Rantz Exclusive: Semi Bird reprimanded for fraud against US Army, after 'stolen valor' claims
Gubernatorial candidate Semi Bird committed acts of stolen valor, even admitting to defrauding the U.S. Army.
MyNorthwest Lifestyle
Melinda French Gates to donate $1 billion over next 2 years in support of women's rights
Melinda French Gates said she will be donating $1B to individuals and organizations working on behalf of women and families globally.
Wing Luke Museum closes after employees walk out in protest of 'Hate' exhibit
About two dozen employees of Seattle's Wing Luke Museum staged a walkout Wednesday to protest an exhibit that was set to begin.
A moose killed a man in Alaska. Could it happen in Washington?
A 70-year-old man who was attempting to take photos of two newborn moose calves was killed by their mother, authorities said.
MyNorthwest History
Exclusive: New Seattle National Archives to be a 'very large project'
KIRO Newsradio spoke to two officials involved for a preview of what's to come in developing the new Seattle National Archives facility.
All Over The Map: KIRO Newsradio's junior high/middle school fight song challenge
We're on a mission to collect recordings of as many Puget Sound area junior high school fight songs as possible to celebrate our alma maters.
Young Fresh Fellows celebrate 40 years since 'Fabulous' vinyl debut
The Young Fresh Fellows are marking the 40th anniversary, and new remix reissue, of their album "Fabulous Sounds of the Pacific Northwest."
National News
Minneapolis police chief shares anger with fellow officers over ambush death of one of their own
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minneapolis’ police chief told grieving officers early Friday that he was angered and hurt by the ambush death of one of their own as the city and state mourned the loss. Chief Brian O’Hara joined other officers outside the station where Officer Jamal Mitchell worked before he was fatally shot Thursday while […]
UN votes to end Iraq political mission established after 2003 US-led invasion toppled Saddam Hussein
UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The U.N. Security Council voted unanimously Friday to end the U.N. political mission in Iraq established in 2003 following the U.S.-led invasion that toppled Saddam Hussein to coordinate post-conflict humanitarian and reconstruction efforts, and to help restore a representative government in the country. The Iraqi government asked the counci l in […]
Evers appoints replacement for University of Wisconsin regent who refuses to step down
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Democratic Gov. Tony Evers appointed a bankruptcy attorney Friday to replace a conservative-leaning Universities of Wisconsin regent who is refusing to step down. Evers announced that he has appointed Tim Nixon to succeed Robert Atwell. Nixon works on law firm Godfrey & Kahn’s Bankruptcy and Financial Restructuring Team. He holds a […]
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