MyNorthwest Staff
Official: 15-year-old killed in West Seattle restroom was a homicide victim
The 15-year-old boy who was found shot and killed in a West Seattle community center last week was the victim of a homicide.4 months ago
Bremerton man pleads guilty after dozens of ‘swatting’ calls in US, Canada
The man who made at least 20 "swatting" calls in the U.S. and Canada that prompted emergency responses to various reports pleaded guilty to four crimes.4 months ago
State of Washington lawmakers react to Congress’ vote to avert shutdown
Congress sent President Joe Biden a short-term spending bill that would avert a looming partial government shutdown and fund federal agencies into March.4 months ago
Five songs from local artists to celebrate the holidays with
As soon as the Christmas tunes start, for every handful of listeners happy to hear it, there are those unhappy and complaining about the once-a-year tunes.5 months ago
KIRO Newsradio wins Bonneville Gingerbread House competition
In a tradition unlike any other, the second annual Bonneville Seattle Gingerbread House competition was fierce between multiple departments.5 months ago
Heavy rain in Washington leads to landslides, flooding rivers, closed roads
Car crashes, downed trees, and flooding rivers are plaguing Western Washington as the atmospheric river forecasted is dumping rain on the area.6 months ago
Angela Poe Russell for Seattle’s open city council seat? ‘I’m considering it’
Angela Poe Russell confirmed on the Gee & Ursula Show that her name has came up as a possible replacement for Teresa Mosqueda.7 months ago
House votes to prevent a government shutdown as Johnson relies on Democrats
The House voted Tuesday to prevent a government shutdown after new Republican Speaker Mike Johnson was forced to reach across the aisle to Democrats.7 months ago
More trouble for Washington State Ferries: 38% of vessels are out of service
The Washington State Department of Transportation confirmed 38% of the vessels in the Washington State Ferries fleet are out of service for various reasons.7 months ago
Which artists, groups belong on Seattle’s music Mount Rushmore
KIRO personalities debated and discussed the music that defines Seattle and what artists belong on the Mount Rushmore of Seattle music.7 months ago
Spike O’Neill reflects on 25 years with Bob Rivers amid radio HOF induction
There began what would become a 25-year Seattle radio legacy with Bob Rivers and company bringing "Twisted Radio" to morning drives.7 months ago
Election 2023: Latest Seattle City Council and other Washington numbers
For updated results for some of the most impactful races in the 2023 election for the Puget Sound region, check back as votes continue to be counted.7 months ago
‘It’s concerning’: Election offices in 4 counties evacuated due to white powder
Envelopes containing a white powdery substances were mailed to elections headquarters in King, Pierce, Skagit, and Spokane counties Wednesday.7 months ago
US Election Day roundup: Democratic Gov. Beshear reelected in Kentucky
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear won reelection to a second term Tuesday, notching another significant statewide victory in an increasingly red state.7 months ago
Find your closest ballot drop box in King, Snohomish, Pierce Counties
The drop boxes are open 24 hours and will remain open until 8 p.m. Nov. 8. For the full list sorted by county, check below for your closest drop box.7 months ago
Seattle approves changes that allow them to pave Burke-Gilman’s ‘missing link’
Organizations have been trying to get the so-called missing link of the Burke-Gilman trail repaired for years, but now the Seattle City Council is putting the bike wheels in motion to change that.7 months ago
Mass shooting in Toppenish leaves 3 young people, gunman dead
In Yakima County, a mass shooting early Thursday left three young victims and the suspected gunman dead while another person is in critical condition.7 months ago
Why you didn’t get an alert about Sunday evening’s earthquake
Users who signed up for earthquake alerts in the past may be wondering why one didn't pop up on their phones after Sunday evening's earthquake.8 months ago
Protestors clash in Kirkland over Hamas attack
A protest in Kirkland over the Hamas attack turned violent Sunday, as pro-Israel and pro-Palestine supporters clashed.8 months ago
Cinerama sign taken down: What’s next for the iconic theater and sign?
The iconic Cinerama sign was taken down Thursday as the movie theater in Seattle's Belltown neighborhood continues its transition to new ownership.8 months ago
‘My person’: Manny Ellis’ sister takes the stand in Tacoma officers’ trial
Manuel "Manny" Ellis' sister took the stand and told a Pierce County jury about her brother and the night he died in Tacoma police custody in March 2020.8 months ago
Wash. officials react to McCarthy being ousted as House Speaker
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy was voted out of his job Tuesday, a first in U.S. history. Officials in Washington shared their views of the development.8 months ago
