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FILE - The U.S. Supreme Court is seen May 16, 2023, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon, File)Cre...

Associated Press

The Supreme Court rules for a designer who doesn't want to make wedding websites for gay couples

The Supreme Court's ruled Friday that a Christian graphic artist who wants to design wedding websites can refuse to work with same-sex couples.

A sign reading "cancel student debt" is seen outside the Supreme Court, Friday, June 30, 2023, as d...

Associated Press

How the Supreme Court student loan decision affects you

The Supreme Court has ruled the Biden administration overstepped its authority in trying to cancel or reduce student loan debt, effectively killing the $400 billion plan, which would have canceled up to $20,000 in federal student loans for 43 million people. Of those, 20 million would have had their remaining student debt erased completely. The […]

Seattle summer...

Heather Bosch

You don't have to wait until the 5th; Summer started in May

You know the old joke that summer doesn't begin in western Washington until the FIFTH of July?

Left: U.S. Rep. Pramila Jayapal, Right: Brett Forsell...

Lisa Brooks

Man pleads guilty to harassing Rep. Pramila Jayapal

The man arrested for stalking Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal at her Seattle home was sentenced, after changing his plea from "not guilty" to "guilty."

(Photo from KIRO 7)...

Gwen Baumgardner, KIRO 7 News

Lewis County sees wave of LGBTQIA+ spaces vandalized, believed to be hate crimes

In Lewis County, residents saw a wave of vandalism over the weekend. Kyle Wheeler believes some of the incidents are hate crimes.

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella arrives at the Phillip Burton Federal Building and U.S. Courthouse in S...

Associated Press

Fate of record tech industry tie-up headed to judge as Microsoft defends $69B Activision deal

fate of what could be the priciest merger in tech industry history will soon be in the hands of a federal judge who must decide whether to stop Microsoft from closing its deal to buy video game company Activision Blizzard.

Seattle Sports

Seattle Mariners Bryce Miller...

Brandon Gustafson

Mariners’ Servais: Miller’s next start ‘up in the air’ due to blister

Prior to Saturday's game, Seattle Mariners manager provided an update on Bryce Miller's blister, which made him leave Friday's game.

Seattle Kraken Brian Dumoulin...

Brandon Gustafson

Kraken sign veteran defenseman Brian Dumoulin to 2-year deal

The Seattle Kraken signed veteran free-agent defenseman Brian Dumoulin, a two-time Stanley Cup champion, to a two-year contract.

Seattle Seahawks Evan Brown Olu Oluwatimi...

Brandon Gustafson

Bumpus: Where Seattle Seahawks must play younger players

The Seattle Seahawks must play younger players along the offensive line, Michael Bumpus said during Thursday's Bump and Stacy.

Seattle Kraken draft Eduard Sale...

Brandon Gustafson

Morosi: Why Sale was ‘a really good 1st pick’ for Seattle Kraken

NHL Network reporter Jon Morosi shared with Wyman and Bob why he's a big fan of the Seattle Kraken drafting Eduard Sale 20th overall.

Seattle Mariners...

The Associated Press

Rays score 15 unanswered, rally for 15-4 win over sinking Mariners

The Tampa Bay Rays scored 8 runs in the seventh inning as part of 15 unanswered runs in a 15-4 win over the Seattle Mariners on Friday.

Seattle Seahawks Geno Smith Kenneth Walker...

Brandon Gustafson

Bumpus: The formation the Seahawks should use on offense in ’23

Michael Bumpus thinks the Seattle Seahawks have the ability to use a split-back formation with Geno Smith under center in 2023.

Jason Rantz

R-101...

Jason Rantz

Rantz Update: WA Catholic Conference backtracks from support of minors seeking gender reassignment

The WA Catholic Conference is helping to stymie an effort to stop minors from receiving abortions or gender reassignment without parental consent.

Washington crime crisis...

Jason Rantz

Rantz: Washington DOC brags its closing prisons during crime crisis

DOC Secretary Cheryl Strange bragged that Washington has "one of the lowest rates of incarceration in the nation."

idaho sheriff...

Frank Sumrall

Idaho sheriff to Rantz: 'When your community is soft on crime, you only reap more crime'

In a press release, Idaho Sheriff Robert Norris sent out a warning to potential 4th of July vacationers from Washington state.

lake stevens gailey pride...

Frank Sumrall

Lake Stevens mayor defends decision to not declare June as Pride Month

Lake Stevens Mayor Brett Gailey failed to sign a proclamation declaring June as Pride Month in Lake Stevens for personal beliefs.

Washington most expensive gas...

Jason Rantz

Rantz: Seattle media gives pass to Democrat lie creating sky high gas prices

Seattle media is fueling a Democrat lie about legislation that propelled Washington to the top of the list of states with high gas prices.

WA youth crime...

Max Gross

Gross: Law enforcement fear crime spike among youths during summer

Youth crime concerns continue to rage on around the region and one local sheriff anticipates trends will get worse this summer. 

Dave Ross

laws regulating social media...

Dave Ross

Ross: Staying relevant with the kids is getting harder and harder

Screen time, which used to be considered bad for young children, has become the only way for a lot of them to see their grandparents.

lawyer free counseling...

Michael Goldenkranz, guest commentary

Ross: Faith leads lawyer to provide free counseling

I've been very fortunate to be part of a dedicated volunteer legal team that's provided by our bar association

pinwheels peer pressure pre-school...

Dave Ross

Ross: Pinwheels and peer pressure at a pre-school grad ceremony

Yesterday we were especially proud of our 3-year-old because she successfully completed her grade as a Huckleberry and is moving on through preschool

trump stole documents...

Dave Ross

Ross: Why Trump stole the documents, and then bragged about it

We now have the audio recording of Trump admitting he had classified documents. You can even hear the sound of him waving the papers

Seattle gas tax...

Dave Ross

Ross: Maybe there should be a leadfoot tax

I understand the effects of Washington’s carbon tax, but as high as that is, it doesn’t explain a difference of $2.20 cents a gallon between there and here.

alien life...

Dave Ross

Ross: Alien life could be out there, which would be way out there

Lisa Kaltenegger, the director of Cornell’s Carl Sagan Institute, is searching for alien life on exoplanets, which Dave is fascinated by.

Gee & Ursula

time money loved ones...

Gee Scott

Gee: Time is money but time with loved ones is worth more

I only remember a few monetary gifts that my dad bought me, but I remember how much time he spent with me.

LGBTQ+ rights Seattle pride...

Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show

Mayfield: LGBTQ+ rights may be at seminal moment

On The Gee and Ursula Show, guest host Travis Mayfield talked about the new challenges the community faces in a time of political turmoil.

seattle mariners rizzs playoffs...

Frank Sumrall

Rizzs optimistic on Mariners: 'Be ready for that roller coaster ride'

Seattle is preparing to host the All-Star Game July 11, and the Mariners' lineup has produced just one batter in the top five for fan voting.

Sea-Tac Airport busy...

Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show

Why is Sea-Tac Airport so busy this week?

The holidays are the busiest air travel days of the year. But, Sea-Tac Airport officials are saying this week could be record-setting.

seattle police gay pride parade...

Gee Scott

Gee: Police officers should be allowed to march in Pride Parade

When the Seattle Pride Parade decided to ban uniformed police officers from marching, it feels like a powerful moment was missed.

graffiti...

Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show

Medved: 'Graffiti is not free speech, it's vandalism'

"Graffiti is not free speech. It's vandalism," KTTH's Michael Medved said on the Gee & Ursula show.

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Seattle Traffic

ID license plate...

Chris Sullivan

Everything you need is online, as Dept. of Licensing updates website

The Department of Licensing (DOL) has taken a giant leap into the 21st century with a complete redesign of its website. First, it was the Washington Department of Transportation and then Good To Go, and now it’s time for the DOL to have a functioning website. More Chokepoints: Nightly I-5 closures begin Monday near Kent-Des […]

520 bridge tolls...

Micki Gamez

SR 520 Bridge tolls are going up once again

Starting Saturday, July 1, the Washington State Transportation Commission will increase the toll rate on the SR 520 bridge.

i-5 closures...

Chris Sullivan

Nightly I-5 closures begin Monday near Kent-Des Moines Road

You've been driving through the jersey barriers for weeks. Now it's time for nightly closures of Interstate 5 (I-5) at Kent-Des Moines Road.

Hylebos Creek Fife...

Chris Sullivan

Returning Hylebos Creek to its natural state through Fife

A huge part of this project is the restoration of Hylebos Creek and all the green space you see around I-5 near Fife.

montlake construction...

Chris Sullivan

Avoid Montlake this weekend, construction will make it miserable

Cross Seattle's Montlake Neighborhood off your list for the weekend. Construction will make it impossible to get around.

Washington road repairs...

Chris Sullivan

Washington roads getting ‘closer to precipice’ with repairs needed

Roads in Washington are generally safe, but any trip over freeways will sho that they aren't in great shape, and likely in need of repairs.

Feliks Banel: NW History and All Over The Map

lake union picnic...

Feliks Banel

Seattle's Lake Union was named at July 4 picnic in 1854

The old story goes that the names of Lake Union and Lake Washington were suggested during a speech given at a 4th of July picnic in Seattle in 1854

KIRO’s Vashon transmitter was guarded by soldiers during World War II. (Jim Hatfield)...

Feliks Banel

'Momentous occasion' on Vashon Island during World War II is reason to celebrate

It's been 75 years since KIRO Radio launched a new transmitter on Vashon Island during World War II and boosted its broadcasting power to 50,000 watts.

Memorial Stadium Seattle...

Feliks Banel

Memorial Stadium landmark nomination missing key history and context

Seattle Public Schools have officially submitted a landmark nomination to the Landmarks Preservation Board for Seattle High School Memorial Stadium

Hope...

Feliks Banel

When Bob Hope broadcast live from Fort Lewis

“Yes, sir, how do you do, ladies and gentlemen?” said Bob Hope, the well-known comedian during his live broadcast at Fort Lewis in 1942.

Apart from the Smith Tower and the Alaskan Way Viaduct, the Seattle skyline looks 
much different i...

Feliks Banel

Forgotten radio scripts discovered in Washington state archives

A collection of long-forgotten radio scripts created in 1952 to promote Washington State Ferries was recently discovered.

Fort Stevens...

Feliks Banel

Mysteries remain 75 years after Japanese attack on Columbia River

World War II came to the mouth of the Columbia River 75 years ago this week when a Japanese submarine fired on Oregon’s Fort Stevens.