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Washington State Spring Fair is back with new events
It's time for the Washington State Spring Fair at the Puyallup fairgrounds, which kicked off Thursday, April 13.
Tacoma Police believe they've busted a teen crime ring
Tacoma Police believe they've busted a teen crime ring after authorities stopped a stolen car and found three of the suspects.
Bicyclist suffers injuries after being hit by car in Kirkland
Kirkland Police are investigating a crash involving a bicyclist who was hit by a car that occurred around midnight Friday.
Boeing Max production could be slowed by issue with parts
Boeing said Thursday that production and delivery of a “significant number” of its 737 Max planes could be delayed because of questions about a supplier’s work on the fuselages.
I-90 floating bridge to be closed overnight into Saturday
WSDOT will close westbound Interstate 90 between the Mercer Island lid and Interstate 5 starting tonight and ending Saturday morning.
Bill to explore safety of psilocybin heads to governor's desk
A bill that would explore the safety of a compound in those mushrooms known as psilocybin is now on the governor’s desk.
Seattle Sports
Portland Timbers score 4 straight goals to beat Seattle Sounders 4-1
The Portland Timbers scored four unanswered goals over the final 19 minutes to beat the Seattle Sounders 4-1 on Saturday night.
Rodríguez, Suárez spark Mariners to 9-2 win over Rockies
Eugenio Suárez homered, Julio Rodríguez drove in four runs and the Seattle Mariners rolled to a 9-2 win over the Colorado Rockies.
Bump & Stacy: Draft mistakes the Seahawks need to avoid making
When looking at the 2023 NFL Draft, Seattle Sports' Bump and Stacy see a few mistakes the Seattle Seahawks must avoid making.
Mariners’ Dipoto: Improved secondaries created ‘new ceiling’ for Gilbert
Armed with improved secondary offerings, Jerry Dipoto sees an even high ceiling for Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Logan Gilbert.
Jarred Kelenic homers for 4th straight game, Mariners beat Rockies 5-3
Jarred Kelenic homered for the fourth consecutive game in the Seattle Mariners’ 5-3 victory over the Colorado Rockies on Friday.
Seahawks Draft Profiles: Standout Big Ten OL Jones and Tippmann
Could the Seattle Seahawks go after OL early this draft? If so, Brock Huard has two Big Ten standouts he'd love for them to consider taking.
Jason Rantz
Thurston County Sheriff returns to action after terrifying crash
Thurston County Sheriff Derek Sanders was cleared to return to the job after a scary collision left him hospitalized.
Rantz: Panic as homeless parents feared toddler ingested fentanyl
A toddler was rushed to a Seattle hospital on Tuesday after his homeless parents believed he swallowed a pill containing fentanyl.
Rantz: WA Democrats passed bill that keeps tax hikes a secret
Tax-obsessed Washington Democrats passed a bill intended to keep voters in the dark about their tax increases.
Biden DOJ recommends no jail time for Bellevue church vandal
Nota additionally claimed to have used a backpack full of spray paint cans to smash the police vehicle before turning themself in.
Rantz: Council member slammed for misrepresenting himself at conference
It's the latest controversy surrounding the council member, just days after criticism for a "sexual" Instagram post to promote his business to minors.
WA Rep: Repealing the death penalty 'is a cowardly act'
The Legislature has permanently repealed Washington’s death penalty after it was ruled unconstitutional five years ago.
Dave Ross
Ross: The luxurious lifestyle of a Supreme Court justice
In this week’s discussion with former Washington Attorney General Rob McKenna, we talked about the lifestyle of a Supreme Court justice.
Ross: Legislature finally compromises on police pursuit bill
The Legislature has finally compromised on giving police more flexibility to pursue a fleeing suspect, says Dave Ross.
Ross: AI is willing to throw you under the bus for its wrongdoings
Elon Musk’s appeal for a six-month pause on the release of any new AI programs will get the support of at least one AI company.
Deadly fungus spreading in U.S. with approximately 60% mortality
The CDC has issued a warning about a deadly drug-resistant strain of fungus, Candida auris, spreading in healthcare facilities in the U.S.
Ross: Lynnwood councilmember vows to 'stop the dithering' on gun control
Today’s guest commentary is from Lynnwood City Councilmember George Hurst, who was inspired to write after hearing Dave's commentary.
Ross: We need self healing concrete to fix the roads, not an AI
The human race doesn’t need another chatbot. The human race needs to be able to get from Lynnwood to Southcenter without breaking an axle.
Gee & Ursula
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health lays off 400 workers
Short-staffing, lack of pay, and workplace safety were the top three reasons healthcare workers are considering leaving the profession.
Real estate excise tax could become highest in nation with new bill
HB 1628 would create a new REET rate of 4% for real estate sales of $5 million or more. The state's REET was just 1.28% before 2019.
Community college enrollment has plunged since 2010 despite affordability
The decline in enrollment dropped exponentially during the pandemic, with community colleges witnessing a 10% drop in 2021.
Reykdal: Schools must 'make tough choices' with consolidation plans
Superintendant Chris Reykdal talks about the state, the education system, and how recent changes to taxes affects school funding.
Gee & Ursula debate suspension of downtown business taxes
Seattle business leaders are asking the city to suspend the B&O; and JumpStart tax for the next three years as a way to revitalize downtown.
Eviction notices one of most dangerous jobs a police officer faces
Assaults on officers in Washington state increased in 2022 by nearly 20%. For those serving eviction notices, the percentage nearly doubles.
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Seattle Traffic
The majority of people failed the KIRO Traffic driving test
Last week our traffic team put together a short driving test to check your knowledge of the rules of the road. The results were not good.
Speed reduction coming for SB I-5 near Kent-Des Moines Road
Another speed reduction is coming to Interstate 5, this time near the massive construction zone at Kent-Des Moines Road.
Remember WB I-90 construction backups? They're coming back
Lane reductions on westbound Interstate 90 into Issaquah caused huge backups last year, and guess what? They're back again.
Sully's wild Link Light Rail ride to the Mariners game, was it worth it?
Since I recommended that Mariners' fans should try the Link Light Rail to get to the games over the weekend, I figured I would take my own advice.
The no fuss guide to getting to Mariners Opening Day
It's here, opening Day for one of the most anticipated Mariners' seasons in decades. What's your plan for getting to the ballpark?
6 months in, Sound Transit CEO Julie Timm sits down with Sully
Julie Timm is passionate about transit. She is thoughtful. She took the time to answer all my questions during a sit-down interview.
Feliks Banel: NW History and All Over The Map
Thrilling boat races once ran on the Sammamish Slough
The Sammamish Slough was the unlikely location of a day of boat races held every April on the body of water connecting Lake Sammamish and Lake Washington.
Long-lost photo found of mysterious shipwreck passenger
The local explorers who located the long-lost 1875 wreck of the steamship PACIFIC off the Washington coast have found another priceless treasure: a photo
Routes of racism: Civic decision-making and highways at Wing Luke Museum
Standing under the highway on King Street a few days ago, Woodward raised her voice over the roar of the traffic overhead to describe what used to be there.
Remembering 'The Walla Walla' wall at the Kingdome
Naming the right field wall the 'Walla Walla' was a brilliant suggestion that plays off a wall being doubled and using a regional name.
Longview celebrates 100 years with festivities, squirrel bridges
The community began building new squirrel bridges about 11 years ago for an annual event called, naturally, Squirrel Fest.
Memorial Stadium’s success as 'living memorial' may have doomed it
'Living memorials' were part of an American movement to memorialize World War II as a break from the past.