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Manda Factor

How much is Seattle spending on the 2026 World Cup? Nearly $32 million and counting

Seattle is moving to accept more than $18 million in grant funding and contributions to support the city's preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
3 hours ago
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Manda Factor

IRS extends WA tax deadline again after storms, flooding

Washington residents affected by severe storms, and flooding that began in December now have until Aug. 5 to file their federal tax returns and make payments.
5 hours ago
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Frank Sumrall

Sheriff Derek Sanders asks to have own salary frozen amid ‘tough economic conditions’ plaguing Thurston County

Thurston County Sheriff Derek Sanders is asking the county commission on salaries to freeze his pay ... again.
6 hours ago
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John Curley Show

$1 trillion for ‘three thousandths of one degree’: ‘What Does It Cost?’ director warns of WA net-zero price tag

Ken Peterson warned of the financial consequences of Washington and Oregon's net-zero plan.
21 hours ago
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Aaron Granillo

Washington health insurance enrollment hits record decline

Washington saw a nearly 13% decline in health insurance enrollment this year.
24 hours ago
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Charlie Harger

Seattle gas prices hit new record as analyst warns of $7 to $8 a gallon if Strait of Hormuz stays closed

Seattle faces record gas prices, with analysts predicting $7 to $8 per gallon if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed.
5 days ago
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Charlie Harger

WA gas prices hit all-time record overnight: What Iran, the CCA, and the state gas tax are costing you

Two days ago, Seattle broke its all-time gas price record. Now the entire state has followed. Washington's statewide average has hit $5.57 a gallon, a new all-time record.
6 days ago
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MyNorthwest Staff

Starbucks posts strong Q2 growth as revenue hits $9.5 billion

Starbucks stock jumped in after-hours trading on Tuesday after the coffee giant posted strong second-quarter earnings.
8 days ago
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MyNorthwest Staff

Everett seeks $10.6M more for AquaSox stadium as city warns team could leave without new ballpark

The City of Everett is seeking $10.6 million for the Everett AquaSox's new baseball stadium, which will be put to a vote on Wednesday.
8 days ago
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Luke Duecy

‘That’s just wrong’: AG Nick Brown responds to document dump fueling questions over WA ‘millionaires’ tax

Attorney General Nick Brown responds to scrutiny over WA’s proposed Millionaires Tax following alarming document releases.
8 days ago
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Charlie Harger

Seattle gas prices hit all-time record overnight as Iran war, Climate Commitment Act create historic squeeze at the pump

Overnight, the average price for a gallon of regular unleaded in the Seattle area hit $5.72, surpassing the all-time record set in June 2022, according to AAA.
8 days ago
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KIRO Newsradio staff

King County eyes back-to-back sewage rate hikes

King County residents could soon see higher sewage bills as the county tries to keep pace with population growth and climate change.
9 days ago
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Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘It sounds dystopian’: Jake, Spike debate whether companies should offer tiny homes to employees

Discover how a home builder in Huntsville is creating affordable tiny homes to help younger generations enter the housing market.
11 days ago
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Luke Duecy

Moody’s warns of possible Washington credit downgrade over budget reserves, raising borrowing-cost concerns

Moody's cautions about a possible downgrade of Washington's credit rating, highlighting ongoing financial concerns in the state.
12 days ago
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Associated Press

SNAP benefits don’t pay for rotisserie chicken. A bipartisan bill might change that

A bipartisan group of U.S. senators wants government food assistance programs to foot the bill for rotisserie chicken from the grocery store.
12 days ago
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Aaron Granillo

Washington closes campgrounds, cuts recreation services amid $8M budget shortfall

Washington's DNR shuts down campgrounds, impacting recreation services for 2026 due to budget constraints.
14 days ago
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Luke Duecy

Center Square reporter, former justice raise more questions as WA’s ‘millionaire’s tax’ heads to court

Center Square report raises crucial questions on WA's millionaire's tax amid court challenges that could impact the state's tax system.
15 days ago
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KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk

Alaska Airlines cuts flights, raises bag fees as Iran war drives jet fuel prices higher

Alaska Airlines is canceling some flights as the war in Iran sends jet fuel prices skyrocketing. It lost $193 million in the first three months of 2026.
15 days ago
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MAE ANDERSON, THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

Businesses can claim refunds starting Monday for Trump tariffs declared unconstitutional

A refund system for businesses that paid tariffs which the U.S. Supreme Court ruled President Donald Trump imposed without the constitutional authority to do so is scheduled to launch Monday.
16 days ago
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MyNorthwest Staff

Seattle made $16 million from Seahawks Super Bowl parade, DSA says

The City of Seattle generated more than $16 million during the Seahawks’ Super Bowl parade held last February.
19 days ago
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Jon Repp, KIRO Newsradio

Gas prices poised to fall as oil plunges on Strait of Hormuz reopening, but full relief could take months

Relief is in sight for drivers stung by weeks of soaring gas prices, but analysts warn it won't come overnight.
19 days ago
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STAN CHOE, THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

Oil tumbles 10% as Wall Street rallies to another record after Iran reopens the Strait of Hormuz

Oil prices are falling by more than 10% Friday, and Wall Street is rallying toward another record after Iran said the Strait of Hormuz is fully open.
19 days ago
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Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

Why is WA always more expensive? Jake challenges DelBene on prices throughout the state

KIRO host Jake Skorheim and WA Rep. Suzan DelBene spar over the state's increasingly high costs and what is causing them.
20 days ago
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Jasneet Gill, SEATTLE RED

SBA Regional Administrator Kelly Chambers says Northwest families are saving thousands under federal tax cuts

It is the dreaded Tax Day, but as small business owners scramble to meet the filing deadline, local taxpayers are seeing a significant boost in their returns.
21 days ago