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Bill Kaczaraba

Former MyNorthwest Content Editor

Bill Kaczaraba

Bill Kaczaraba was formerly a content editor at MyNorthwest. Bill is the winner of four regional Emmy awards and a gold medal from the New York Television & Film Festival. He was the News Director of FOX 13 and NorthWest Cable News in Seattle, Vice-President of Content for FOX Sports Net, and Executive Producer at CNN. While at CNN, he was instrumental in producing the Space Shuttle Challenger explosion, the Tiananmen Square uprising, and Gulf War I. Bill graduated from Southern New Hampshire University with a Master’s degree in Digital Media. His Bachelor’s degree was earned at the University of Miami in Political Science and Journalism.

‘What’d you say?’: Starbucks attempts to tamp down the noise

The coffee retailer, Starbucks, aims to reduce noise levels and enhance accessibility through strategic changes.
1 year ago

Trader Joe’s recall: Salmonella found in basil

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a food safety alert following an outbreak of Salmonella infections.
1 year ago

Seattle Mayor to address city’s arson problem in vacant buildings

Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell has proposed emergency legislation to address the escalating issue of fires and arson in vacant buildings.
1 year ago

Boos, chaos at Washington GOP convention over gubernatorial candidate endorsement

The state GOP convention going on in Spokane is looking more like a demolition derby than a meeting of the minds.
1 year ago

Video of man getting knocked out, robbed in Seattle goes viral; Gee and Ursula respond

A disturbing video has gone viral of a man getting knocked out and robbed by a small group of people on Capitol Hill Sunday.
1 year ago

Bumbershoot producers unveil plans for new downtown Seattle arts venue

The brains behind the Bumbershoot Festival will launch a new arts venue in downtown Seattle at the old Bed, Bath, and Beyond.
1 year ago

Gee and Ursula: Did pro-Palestinian protesters lose supporters by blocking traffic?

46 pro-Palestinian demonstrators were arrested after blocking the expressway leading to Sea–Tac. Gee Scott says that's when they lost him.
1 year ago

From mill town to top-ranked living destination: Washington city stands out

Once a mill town, Camas, Washington, has earned accolades as one of the premier places to reside in the United States.
1 year ago

A study in contrasts: Costco vs. Boeing

A recent poll conducted by DMH Research sheds light on how we perceive major companies like Amazon, Starbucks and Microsoft.
1 year ago

Seattle Police pursue, capture carjacking suspects after chase across several cities

Seattle Police swiftly apprehended two armed carjacking suspects in Burien after a high-speed chase that spanned several cities.
1 year ago

Jack and Spike: Lattes to lingerie from a former bikini barista’s point-of-view

Selena said life as a bikini barista was "a novelty. It's fun. I very rarely had an awkward encounter." She used to work as a stripper.
1 year ago

Are we going nuts or is it the environment?

According to an environmental journalist based in the Pacific Northwest, climate change is scientifically impacting the way we think.
1 year ago

Swinomish Casino & Lodge now open after ‘cybersecurity’ incident

The Swinomish Casino & Lodge in Anacortes has reopened after it was closed for weeks due to "cybersecurity" incident.
1 year ago

Yikes! Washington auto insurance rates blast past inflation

Seattle auto insurance rates are soaring. Last year’s 24.7% average increase has more than raised eyebrows across Seattle.
1 year ago

Highly contagious puppy disease raises concerns in Renton

Renton residents are on high alert due to an outbreak of parvovirus, a dangerous disease primarily affecting puppies.
1 year ago

UW scientists will head east to study the solar eclipse

A UW professor and grad students will head east to witness the full solar eclipse. Seattle will be on the outer edge of the view zone.
1 year ago

Asylum-seeking refugees in Kent get to stay in hotel for another 11 days

A group of asylum-seeking refugees will extend their stay at the Quality Inn by an additional 11 days in Kent.
1 year ago

King County judge blocks AI-enhanced video as evidence in 2021 shooting trial

A King County Superior Court Judge has prohibited the use of video-enhanced by artificial intelligence (AI) as evidence a murder trial.
1 year ago

Pierce County dog bite victim wants to bite back in a lawsuit

A man said he was involved in an incident involving a Pierce County Sheriff’s Depart. K-9 that left him injured and is filing a lawsuit.
1 year ago

Tacoma captures an island (of sorts) but its not what you think

Manitou, a 37-acre area of Pierce County surrounded by Tacoma and University Place is now, legally part of the city.
1 year ago

Puget Sound Energy rate hikes are about to hit customers

In a move that has sparked both debate and concern, Puget Sound Energy is implementing rate increases that will impact its customers.
1 year ago

Downtown Seattle: Revitalization continues but crime stands in the way

Downtown Seattle is making progress, but faces some real challenges.
1 year ago

Woman injured in Lynnwood hit-and-run dies 11 days after crash

Carol McKinnon, a grieving mother, is mourning the loss of her daughter, who died after being struck by a hit-and-run driver in Lynnwood.
1 year ago

Houseboat sinks in Lake Union, environmental impact should be minimal

A houseboat met a watery fate on Lake Union this past Saturday afternoon, leaving behind a trail of 30 to 50 gallons of diesel fuel.
1 year ago