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Microsoft CEO salary...
Jason Sutich

Microsoft CEO’s 2025 compensation hits personal record of $96.5M amid stock rally

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella's total compensation hits a record $96.5 million, reflecting the company's impressive stock performance.
8 days ago
federal workers unemployment benefits...
Heather Bosch

Some federal workers can apply for unemployment. Some can’t.

Discover which federal workers can apply for unemployment benefits and how Washington State's rules impact their eligibility.
10 days ago
Washington gas prices...
Jason Sutich

Washington gas prices 45% higher than national average, Seattle 53% above

Washington residents face gas prices 45% higher than the U.S. average, with Seattle at 53% above, ranking among the worst states.
10 days ago
COVID-19 lockdown...
KIRO Newsradio staff

COVID-19 school closures will cost U.S. economy $2 trillion, study finds

A study shows COVID-19 school closures in 2020 will cost the U.S. economy an estimated $2 trillion.
11 days ago
FIFA World Cup 26 seattle...
MyNorthwest Staff

FIFA’s Seattle 2026 World Cup merchandise drops: Prices, designs, where to buy

FIFA just released Seattle-themed merchandise for its upcoming 2026 tournament, including hats, t-shirts, sweatshirts, and posters.
14 days ago
cars towed mariners fans lynnwood...
Frank Sumrall

Dozens of Mariners fans have cars towed near Lynnwood Light Rail station

Several cars were towed this week from an empty commercial lot near the Lynnwood light rail station after fans parked there in order to take public transportation to Wednesday's Mariners game.
14 days ago
Mariners playoffs tickets...
Jason Sutich

Game 5 price collapse: Mariners tickets plummet to $109

Ticket prices for Mariners vs. Blue Jays Game 5 have plummeted, offering fans a chance to experience the ALCS at a lower cost.
14 days ago
record-breaking sales mariners seattle...
Brandon Thompson, KIRO 7 News

‘An electric environment:’ Seattle businesses see record-breaking sales during Mariners post-season

Businesses around T-Mobile Park are experiencing record-breaking sales as tens of thousands of fans flock to SODO during the Seattle Mariners’ postseason.
16 days ago
sales tax seattle...
Frank Sumrall

Seattle sales tax could hit 10.45% after council OKs increase for public safety

The Seattle City Council approved a 0.1% sales tax increase on Tuesday for public safety, which now awaits Mayor Bruce Harrell's signature.
16 days ago
Seattle fire starting salary...
Jason Sutich

Seattle Fire Department among nation’s highest starting salaries

Explore how SFD's $98,124 salary for Fire Recruits ranks among the best in the nation.
18 days ago
Starbucks...
Julia Dallas

Starbucks layoffs in Seattle and Kent total 974

Starbucks is laying off 974 employees in Seattle and Kent, according to Washington's Employment Security Department.
21 days ago
wa wic funding...
MyNorthwest Staff with Wire Reports

Women, Infants and Children program now has enough money to last through October

Washington’s Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Nutrition program now has enough money to last through October.
22 days ago
Silver all-time high gold...
Jason Sutich

Silver prices surge to all-time high: Up more than 75% year-to-date

The spot price for one ounce of silver has gradually increased over the past few years, and spot price data indicates that silver shows no signs of stopping.
22 days ago
gold futures price per ounce all time high...
Jason Sutich

Gold futures hit all-time high amid government shutdown

Gold futures rose above $4,000 per ounce for the first time as investors continue to seek a safe haven for their money with the U.S. government essentially shut down.
24 days ago
parks tacoma...
Jason Sutich

Parks Tacoma $8M budget shortfall prompts layoffs, program cuts

Several Parks Tacoma employees were laid off last week as the department faces an $8 million budget shortfall.
25 days ago
White River Bridge (2)...
Heather Bosch

Bridge closure hurting business? Disaster funds are available

Restaurants, shops, and other businesses impacted by the White River Bridge closure can apply for up to $2 million in loans.
1 month ago
amazon prime ftc settlement...
Frank Sumrall

FTC: Amazon misled 35 million Prime customers, $2.5B settlement reached

Amazon has agreed to pay $2.5 billion to settle a lawsuit with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) over the company's Prime subscriptions.
1 month ago
King County...
Julia Dallas

King County bans software that allows landlords to collude on rent prices

King County's new ban aims to prevent landlords from fixing rent prices, promoting fair housing practices for residents.
1 month ago
amazon prime federal trial...

A jury will look at whether Amazon tricked customers into joining Prime — and made it hard to leave

A federal trial will examine whether Amazon tricked customers into signing up for its Prime service and made it difficult to cancel after they did so.
1 month ago
ballpark app mlb seattle mariners tickets...
KIRO 7 News Staff

MLB fans report tickets stolen and resold as Ballpark app troubles grow

Some MLB fans have arrived at ballparks this month to discover their digital tickets missing and already resold on platforms such as SeatGeek and StubHub.
1 month ago
amazon pay...
Frank Sumrall

Amazon raises worker pay to $23 an hour, invests $1B in wages and benefits

Amazon is increasing the average pay of its fulfillment and transportation employees to more than $23 per hour, an annual increase of $1,600 on average.
1 month ago
amazon affordable housing puget sound region...
Frank Sumrall

Amazon reaches milestone of creating 10,000 affordable homes in Puget Sound region

In 2021, Amazon set course on an ambitious goal to create 10,000 affordable homes throughout the Puget Sound region. As of Friday, Sept. 12, Amazon announced it has reached its housing commitment vision.
2 months ago
Comcast...
MyNorthwest Staff

Comcast sues Washington to block law imposing sales tax on advertising

Comcast files suit against Washington's law on advertising sales tax effective October 1, impacting businesses statewide.
2 months ago
Boeing CFO...
Julia Dallas

Boeing faces more than $3 million in FAA fines

The FAA suggests significant penalties against Boeing, raising concerns about compliance and safety in the aviation industry.
2 months ago