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MyNorthwest Lead Editor

Frank Sumrall

Frank Sumrall is the lead editor for MyNorthwest originally from the North Bay in California. After working as an online reporter for The Press Democrat and earning his journalism degree at San Francisco State University, he worked at NorthBay biz Magazine for three years as associate editor before joining Bonneville International and making the move up north. He loves hanging out with his 15 year old cat, Hobbes, and consuming sports on a daily basis.

Seattle Parks Superintendent dismissed after financial controversy revealed

The superintendent of the Seattle Parks and Recreation Department has been dismissed after his contract was not renewed, the City of Seattle confirmed.
8 months ago

Two hikers killed after dead tree falls on popular trail in Olympic National Forest

Two hikers died after a tree fell on a popular trail in the Olympic National Forest on Jan. 15.
8 months ago

Edmonds teaching assistant arrested for alleged years-long sexual relationship with student

A long-time teaching assistant in Edmonds was arrested for allegedly having a years-long inappropriate relationship with a student.
8 months ago

Rare January sunshine to stick around in western WA this week

Sunshine has flooded most of western Washington last weekend, and is expected to continue through the rest of the week.
8 months ago

Car pulled from water after high-speed crash in Issaquah

Firefighters with Eastside Fire & Rescue pulled a car from a pond in Issaquah early Monday morning.
8 months ago

Man killed in Federal Way shooting, suspect still at large

A fatal shooting took place in Federal Way Sunday afternoon, police confirmed, with the suspect currently on the run.
8 months ago

20-vehicle crash blocked three lanes of northbound I-5 near Pierce–King County line in Fife

The three left lanes on northbound I-5 near the Pierce/King County line in Fife were blocked for two hours due to an early morning collision involving 20 vehicles.
8 months ago

12-year-old arrested after attacking woman with screwdriver in Seattle’s Central District

A 12-year-old boy was arrested by SPD Saturday after he attacked a woman with a screwdriver in the city's Central District neighborhood.
8 months ago

San Juan County makes history with permanent 32-hour work week

After two trial years, San Juan County is making history as the first county in the state to implement a 32-hour work week.
8 months ago

Father fends off knife-wielding intruder during home invasion in Seattle

A 61-year-old father used a frying pan to defend both himself and his daughter from a home intruder early Friday morning.
8 months ago

Seattle Police confirms Capitol Hill bakery fire on Christmas was arson, asking for public’s help

Three weeks later after a fire damaged Cinnaholic Bakery, the SPD's arson bomb squad confirmed the fire was set intentionally.
8 months ago

Flatstick Pub expanding in WA after revealing seventh location

Woodinville is set to be home to the newest Flatstick Pub location, bringing mini golf and craft beer to the Sammamish River town.
8 months ago

Bomb squad responds after explosive device found in Burien home

An improvised explosive device was discovered in a Burien garage Wednesday.
8 months ago

Iconic Gig Harbor restaurant sold to Anthony’s Restaurants after 53 years

Tides Tavern, an iconic Gig Harbor eatery, is changing hands after the owner sold the establishment to Anthony’s Restaurants.
9 months ago

Seattle City Council briefly suspends meeting after ICE protest disruptions from multiple groups

The Seattle City Council was interrupted Tuesday when two groups flooded the council chambers to have their respective voices heard.
9 months ago

Machete-wielding man taken into custody after 4-hour standoff in Seattle

A 47-year-old man was arrested after a near four-hour standoff with Seattle police officers Tuesday.
9 months ago

Skeletal remains found on WA beach identified as former Oregon mayor

Nearly two decades after skeletal remains washed ashore on a Washington beach, the remains have been identified as Clarence Edwin Asher, a former Oregon mayor.
9 months ago

Pasco woman charged with casting illegal ballots in 2024 election

A woman from Pasco is facing multiple charges after she was accused of casting illegal ballots in the 2024 election.
9 months ago

Seattle named one of the most stressed, burned-out cities in the U.S. for work

Seattle is among the most stressed-out, burned-out, anxious cities when it comes to its employment, according to a new study.
9 months ago

Western WA’s gloomiest month isn’t over, but sunshine is finally on the way

January is western Washington's gloomiest month, according to WeatherSpark, as overcast skies occur approximately 71% of the time.
9 months ago

Mason County deputies investigating after two found dead in Lake Limerick home

Two people were found dead inside a Lake Limerick home Monday, the Mason County Sheriff's Office confirmed.
9 months ago

New bill would regulate Flock license plate cameras across WA

The Washington state Legislature is about to start its 2026 session, and among the most important bills and topics to be discussed is the use of Flock cameras across the state.
9 months ago

27-year-old snowboarder dies after head-first crash at Stevens Pass

A 27-year-old snowboarder died from an accident on Stevens Pass ski area Thursday, Jan. 8.
9 months ago

11 students injured after car crashes into school bus in Pierce County

Eleven kids, reportedly from Collins Elementary, were taken to the hospital. No serious injuries have been suffered, as of this reporting.
9 months ago