Mercer Island man kidnapping...
Kate Stone

‘Terrible blow’: 2 arrested in connection with Mercer Island man’s murder

Two suspects have been arrested in connection to the homicide of a Mercer Island man who went missing last month.
13 days ago
harrell safety forum...
Frank Sumrall

Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell gets mixed reviews in first safety forum

Several recent shootings across Seattle made safety the most pressing topic during a Mayor Bruce Harrell-hosted public forum.
13 days ago
rapinoe jersey retired...
Frank Sumrall

Megan Rapinoe’s No. 15 jersey to be retired by Seattle Reign FC

One of The Seattle Reign FC's all-time greats, Megan Rapinoe, will have her jersey retired on Aug. 25.
14 days ago
Image: This microscope image made available by the National Cancer Institute Center for Cancer Rese...
Heather Bosch

New study could make colon cancer screening a little easier

"We studied over 20,000 people and we found the blood-based test can detect 83% of people who have colon cancer," Dr. William Grady said.
14 days ago
Photo: Seattle police are reporting a shooting near Garfield High School. This a photo from the sce...
Bill Kaczaraba

Teen girl shot near Seattle’s Garfield High School likely not intended target

The Seattle Police Department reported a shooting occurring near Garfield High School. The incident happened in the 400 block of 23rd Avenue.
14 days ago
Photo: The body of a homeless person was found Thursday morning at an encampment next to Burien Cit...
James Lynch

Officials debate who’s to blame for death of homeless person in Burien

The body of a homeless person was found Thursday morning at an encampment next to Burien City Hall.
14 days ago
An overturned semi-truck blocked I-90 west.  All lanes are now open. (Photo: MyNorthwest staff)...
Julia Dallas

All lanes now open on I-90 west at I-5 after truck overturned

An overturned recycling truck blocked all lanes on I-90 west at I-5. The crash happened just before the off-ramp for the I-90/I-5 merge.
14 days ago
Photo: A customer readies to pump gas as carbon auctions impact prices....
Bill Kaczaraba

How Washington’s latest carbon auction impacts gas prices, environment

It's not an easy concept to explain, but the state's Carbon Emission Auctions are clearly impacting gas prices and the environment.
14 days ago
kitsap rape suspect...
Frank Sumrall

Body of rape suspect found in LA 15 years after presumed Tacoma suicide

Basham was wanted for child rape in Kitsap County back in 2008 before it was believed that he jumped off the Tacoma Narrows Bridge.
14 days ago
renton fired pregnant...
Bridget Chavez, KIRO 7 News

Renton woman claims she was fired for being pregnant

A local mom is now suing her former employer after she said they fired her for taking maternity leave.
14 days ago
Photo: Green Hill School in Chehalis....
Kate Stone

Chehalis youth detention center employee arrested after being accused of trying to start riot

An employee at Green Hill detention center in Chehalis is now behind bars, accused of trying to start a prison riot.
14 days ago
lane sweeping...
Chris Sullivan

Sullivan: Lane sweeping is all too common and needs to stop

This is called lane sweeping and let me be crystal clear -- what that driver did to me is 100% illegal for multiple reasons.
15 days ago
garfield high shooting...
Lisa Brooks

Woman fatally shot near Garfield High School, scene of earlier shooting

A woman was shot and killed Wednesday night in Seattle's Central District neighborhood near Garfield High School.
15 days ago
Photo: Counting money...
Julia Dallas

Seattle woman sentenced after stealing COVID-19 funds for ‘lavish’ spending

A Seattle woman was sentenced to prison after stealing COVID relief funds and using them for shopping sprees and other "lavish" spending.
15 days ago
Photo: Everett police vehicle....
Julia Dallas

Everett police warn of scam where people claim to be home security workers

The Everett Police Department is warning residents of a scam involving people pretending to work for a home security system.
15 days ago
Image: Rep. Frank Chopp, D-Seattle, was the Washington Speaker of the House for 20 years....
Steve Coogan

After 30 years, ex-state House speaker Frank Chopp won’t seek reelection

Former state House Speaker Rep. Frank Chopp said Wednesday he won't seek reelection after a 30-year run serving in the Washington State Legislature.
15 days ago
Image: Public defender Drew Flood with the nonprofit law firm Metropolitan Public Defender looks ov...
Associated Press

Washington State Bar Association OKs far lower caseloads for public defenders

The Bar approved the limits in an effort to stop the lawyers from quitting and to make sure they have enough time to represent each client.
15 days ago
Photo: The OpenAI logo is seen on a mobile phone in front of a computer screen which displays outpu...
Julia Dallas

‘This isn’t a game’: UW doctor voices concerns over AI mental health bots

AI chatbots can help people find resources and answer basic questions but experts warn not to rely on them for medical advice.
15 days ago
kitsap superintendent...
Frank Sumrall

Kitsap superintendent resigns, avoids jail time after allegedly stealing political signs

The North Kitsap School District Superintendent Laurynn Evans has announced her resignation, effective June 30.
15 days ago
A Seattle Police Department vehicle....
James Lynch

Prosecutors: No charges in deadly 2020 SPD officer-involved shooting

Prosecutors said they will not pursue charges against an SPD officer who shot and killed an unarmed man while he was holding his daughter.
15 days ago
Evergreen State College...
Heather Bosch

WSP: Carbon monoxide alarms sounded, but Evergreen State students were sent back in

"They did get out. They were sent back in," a Washington State Patrol spokesman said of the Evergreen State College students.
15 days ago
Kim Wyman...
Bill Kaczaraba

Is ex-Secretary of State Kim Wyman running for that office again?

Rumors are spreading that former Washington Secretary of State Kim Wyman is running for that office again.
15 days ago
Photo: The TikTok app logo, in Tokyo, on Sept. 28, 2020....
Julia Dallas with The Associated Press

Bill that could ban TikTok passes House, Wash. lawmakers weigh in

TikTok once again finds itself in a precarious position as lawmakers move forward with a bill that could lead to a nationwide ban.
15 days ago
family-run fentanyl...
Frank Sumrall

Member of family-run fentanyl ring in Wash. sentenced to 15 years

A member of a significant family-run fentanyl-trafficking ring affecting the Tri-Cities and Seattle area was sentenced to prison for 15 years.
15 days ago