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Julia Dallas

Have you eaten at one of these restaurants? 6 in Washington up for major culinary award

Have you eaten at any of these places? Six of Washington's restaurants, bars and chefs have been nominated for the James Beard Awards.
2 months ago
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Gwen Baumgardner, KIRO 7 News

Cougar spotted in Seattle’s Magnolia neighborhood

Despite their notorious stealth, a wildlife photographer spotted a cougar by accident Friday evening in Seattle.
2 months ago
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Bill Kaczaraba

Seattle International Film Festival kicks off its 50th Anniversary with “Thelma”

The curtain rises in just over a month on the 50th Seattle International Film Festival (SIFF), and cinephiles are buzzing with excitement.
2 months ago
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Bill Kaczaraba

Luxury tiny homes creating a stir in Washington home market

A new trend is emerging in Washington: luxury tiny homes.
2 months ago
Image: People stand in line waiting to enter Trader Joe's to buy groceries in Pembroke Pines, Flori...
Steve Coogan

What’s open on Easter Sunday in Washington?

Shoppers should be able to get what they need all weekend, including on Easter Sunday. But some chains will close on the holiday.
2 months ago
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Bill Kaczaraba

If you want to go to Mount Rainier, mark Monday on your calendar

Mount Rainier National Park will implement a reservation system for entry during the peak summer months of 2024.
2 months ago
Image: Artist and owner of Snohomish's Top It Yogurt Shoppe Ken Coleman uses acrylic paint markers ...
Steve Coogan

KIRO Nights: Top It Yogurt Shoppe art recreates famed film scenes

Jake Skorheim told the story of discovering Top It Yogurt Shoppe in Snohomish last year while on an outing with his family.
2 months ago
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Paul Holden

Paul Holden: Easter weekend brings colorful, funny, delicious local events

It's finally here, the weekend, and there are PLENTY of things going on. You can find delicious food, comedy shows, conventions and more.
2 months ago
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Paul Holden

Paul Holden: Opening Day reminds us why we love baseball so much

I spoke with baseball writer Joe Posnanski ahead of Opening Day and asked one simple question: Why do we love baseball?
2 months ago
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Kate Stone

No more freebies: Costco cracks down on food court access

Costco is reportedly restricting food court access in the latest move to ensure only paying members enjoy the retail giant's in-store prices and products.
2 months ago
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Bill Kaczaraba

Skagit Valley Tulip Festival is blooming early this year

The Skagit Valley Tulip Festival is a vibrant spring celebration, attracting visitors with its spectacular display of tulips and daffodils. The festival for 2024 is scheduled to run from April 1 to April 30.
2 months ago
Photo: The Space Needle went dark in 2023 to commemorate Earth Hour....
Julia Dallas

Space Needle will go dark for Earth Hour Saturday, encouraging climate action

The iconic landmark is joining others in going dark to bring awareness to climate change. It's part of WWF's campaign to help the planet.
2 months ago
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Paul Holden

Weekend revelry roundup: SquatchCon arrives, cherry blossoms galore

If you aren't glued to the TV for March Madness hoping that your bracket won't bust, there's still lots to do this weekend!
2 months ago
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Heather Bosch

Peep: Western Washington’s high price of Easter

KIRO Newsradio's Heather Bosch did some fun digging into how much you would be paying for Easter this year and she found it to be a mixed basket.
2 months ago
Luxury shopping...
Bill Kaczaraba

Yikes! How much does it take to live comfortably in Seattle?

A recent study by SmartAsset determined that a single person in Seattle must make $119,382.
2 months ago
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Bill Kaczaraba

New pup takes top spot as Seattle’s most popular dog

The American Kennel Club revealed Seattle's top dog. The affable pup is bucking the national trend ranking the French Bulldog No. 1.
2 months ago
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Julia Dallas

Catch the UW cherry blossoms before they’re gone

Every year, the cherry blossom trees at the UW attract thousands of visitors. Starting in March, the quad is a sea of pink and white flowers.
2 months ago
Photo: John Legend poses for a portrait on Monday, Aug. 15, 2022, in West Hollywood, Calif., to pro...
Julia Dallas

Chateau Ste. Michelle announces eclectic summer concert series

Chateau Ste. Michelle winery in Woodinville announced the full list of its popular summer concert series on Monday.
2 months ago
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KIRO Newsradio staff

‘I didn’t even feel it’: John Curley shares astonishing story of local winner

The "I-1THIS" license plate is more than creative, it comes with a story of triumph. John Curley told the story who won the winning plate.
2 months ago
Photo: The Irish Festival Seattle begins Saturday at the Seattle Center....
Paul Holden

Weekend revelry roundup: Sunshine, St. Patrick’s Day, Seattle Reign

The sun is OUT, the temperatures are UP. A really good weekend is shaping up in the region. MoPOP is celebrating a new exhibit.
3 months ago
Russell Wilson and Ciara...
Angela Poe Russell

Angela Poe Russell: Russell Wilson and Ciara’s Oscar Party photo just what our culture needs

An Oscar photo of Russell Wilson and his wife Ciara at an after party really struck me as different.
3 months ago
destination dupes...
Micki Gamez

Gamez: Want to travel on a budget? Try ‘destination dupes’

The newest trend might be the answer to scratch that exploring itch while staying on budget -- destination dupes.
3 months ago
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Jake Coyle, The Associated Press

‘Oppenheimer’ crowned best picture at an Academy Awards shadowed by war

In what was seen as the night’s most nail-biting category, Stone won over Lily Gladstone of “Killers of the Flower Moon.”
3 months ago
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Colleen O'Brien

Colleen O’Brien: Can you ace this quiz on consumer protection knowledge?

We had a bit of fun on Friday with ConsumerMan Herb Weisbaum, who brought out the props to quiz the hosts on consumer protection knowledge.
3 months ago