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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.

2.5-magnitude earthquake strikes near Lake Chelan Tuesday evening

A 2.5-magnitude earthquake struck near Lake Chelan Tuesday evening. The earthquake occurred 2.5 miles northwest of Waterville at 7:41 p.m.
1 year ago

Owner fires shots at robbers after tobacco shop targeted twice in 48 hours

For the second time in barely 48 hours, a Greenwood shop owner has been victimized by robbers who gained entry by smashing a car into his business.
1 year ago

7-year-old boy found in Tacoma after going missing Tuesday night

The Tacoma Police Department successfully found a missing 7-year-old boy after asking the public for help earlier Wednesday.
1 year ago

Seattle to have more street surveillance cameras after council vote

The Seattle City Council voted to expand the city's street camera system Tuesday after hours of public comment.
1 year ago

Hearing for Fall City teen accused of killing family delayed again

A judge denied a request to extend a hearing by a year for a teen accused of murdering his family in Fall City.
1 year ago

Pierce County Sheriff Keith Swank under state investigation over controversial social media posts

The Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission announced it is investigating Pierce County Sheriff Keith Swank and his social media.
1 year ago

Microsoft announces in-office mandate for Puget Sound employees in 2026

After previously mulling over the idea in the summer, Microsoft has ruled that its employees must work in the office three days per week starting in 2026.
1 year ago

Friday Harbor mayor accused of animal cruelty after family dog found wounded

The mayor of Friday Harbor pleaded not guilty to abusing the family dog.
1 year ago

Human remains found in shallow grave near Mount Rainier; potentially linked to missing Tacoma woman

Authorities with the Thurston County Sheriff's Office discovered human remains after they were led to a shallow grave near Mount Rainier.
1 year ago

Seattle issues nearly 200,000 parking tickets in first half of 2025

The City of Seattle has issued nearly 200,000 parking tickets in the first half of 2025.
1 year ago

Puget Sound Fire Deputy Chief dies from occupational cancer after 26 years of service

Puget Sound Fire Deputy Chief Jimmy Webb died on Sept. 5 from occupational-related cancer after retiring less than three months earlier.
1 year ago

Cliff Mass: WA’s Climate Commitment Act has ‘no benefit for mankind’

Months after Washington Governor Bob Ferguson signed a bill that increased the transparency regarding the Climate Commitment Act, many within the state still debate the legislation's effectiveness.
1 year ago

Overnight smash-and-grab leaves Seattle tobacco shop heavily damaged

A group of suspects smashed into a tobacco shop with a car in order to steal merchandise overnight Monday in Seattle.
1 year ago

17-year-old shot during robbery attempt after concert in Seattle’s Ravenna neighborhood

A 17-year-old boy is recovering after being shot while walking to his car following a concert in Seattle.
1 year ago

Study finds Seattle Seahawks among NFL’s least hated teams ahead of 50th season

According to a study leading up to the NFL's first Sunday, the Seattle Seahawks is among the least despised teams nationwide.
1 year ago

Security guard arrested for impersonating police officer in Bremerton

The Bremerton Police Department arrested a security guard after he impersonated a police officer at an active police scene.
1 year ago

Pierce County deputies arrest 13-year-old over school shooter threats

The Pierce County Sheriff's Office arrested a 13-year-old male over school shooter ideations on Sept. 6.
1 year ago

Undercover officers to wear opposing team’s gear to better monitor fans at Seahawks games

The Seattle Seahawks announced Thursday that undercover law enforcement officers will wear opposing team jerseys at home games this season.
1 year ago

Tacoma resident Vadim Kruglov, 37, ID’d as man found dead at Burning Man

A man who died while attending Burning Man, a week-long, large-scale desert festival, has been identified as a Washington resident.
1 year ago

Man escaping DOC custody caught fishing, jumps into river in attempted getaway

A person on the run after escaping Department of Corrections custody was arrested after a WDFW officer found him fishing along the Stillaguamish River.
1 year ago

‘Most dangerous driver in WA’ arrested for 29th time after 135 mph wrong-way chase

The suspect, Andrey Lupulyak, is known by local law enforcement as likely "the most dangerous driver in the state."
1 year ago

Hazen High School went into lockdown after reports of nearby gunfire

Hazen High School entered into a temporary school lockout Tuesday after receiving a report of possible gunfire nearby.
1 year ago

Seattle Police consent decree ends after 13 years of federal oversight

The Seattle Police Department's (SPD) federal consent decree is set to end after 13 years.
1 year ago

Driver flees scene after crashing into bus, sending it into Sephora storefront in Westlake

A Metro bus drove off the road and crashed into a Sephora beauty products store in Seattle's Westlake neighborhood after a driver collided with the bus.
1 year ago