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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.

Microsoft raises Xbox prices amid looming summer layoffs

Microsoft is raising the prices on its Xbox consoles starting August 1, with the cheapest version climbing to $500.
3 months ago

Seattle’s Walrus and the Carpenter to reopen after 8-day employee strike; ownership says guests were harassed

Employees at The Walrus and the Carpenter, an oyster bar in Seattle's Ballard neighborhood, will return to work Friday after reaching a deal.
3 months ago

Body of missing 24-year-old paddleboarder found at Alder Lake

The body of a 24-year-old missing paddleboarder has been found in Alder Lake in Pierce County.
3 months ago

Lightning-sparked wildfire still 0% contained, burns 86 acres in Olympic National Park

A lightning-sparked wildfire continues burning in Olympic National Park, but firefighters are getting some help from the weather.
3 months ago

Illegal campsite near Slab Camp Trailhead leaves behind 4,600 pounds of trash

An illegal campsite near the Slab Camp Trailhead left behind a massive mess for the Clallam County Sheriff's Office to clean up.
3 months ago

Seattle’s World Cup Pride Match moves forward despite Iran, Egypt objections

Seattle's World Cup Pride Match is moving forward despite objections from the soccer federations of Iran and Egypt.
3 months ago

17-year-old in serious condition after shooting in Seattle’s High Point neighborhood

A 17-year-old boy was wounded in a shooting early Thursday morning in Seattle's High Point neighborhood.
3 months ago

24-year-old man presumed drowned after falling off paddleboard at Alder Lake

Crews searching Alder Lake for a missing paddleboarder are no longer hoping to find him alive, as the sheriff's office's search has pivoted to a recovery mission.
3 months ago

Whidbey Island home explodes, two houses destroyed, 3 firefighters hurt

A house explosion in Greenbank injured three firefighters Wednesday afternoon.
3 months ago

Homelessness up 9% in King County since 2024, homeless authority reports

The King County Regional Homelessness Authority (KCRHA) published a new report revealing that homelessness continues to rise within the county.
3 months ago

Driver arrested for DUI after six-car pileup in Bellevue injures 3

A driver was arrested after a six-car pileup occurred on I-405 in Bellevue Tuesday night, injuring three people.
3 months ago

Westbound SR 18 reopens at Tiger Mountain after semi-truck crash

Westbound SR 18 is blocked at Tiger Mountain due to a collision with a semi-truck, WSDOT confirmed.
3 months ago

Acclaimed Seattle oyster bar closes during union strike, ownership claims guests were harassed

The Walrus and the Carpenter, an oyster bar in Seattle's Ballard neighborhood, is closing after a tumultuous labor strike created "safety concerns" for both staff and guests.
3 months ago

Bed Bath & Beyond to reopen in Bellevue in merger with Container Store

After closing all its locations during its 2023 bankruptcy, Bed Bath & Beyond is reopening stores through a partnership with The Container Store.
3 months ago

Amazon Prime Day arrives with thousands of deals, expected to bring in $26 billion

Amazon Prime Day kicks off Tuesday, giving Prime members thousands of deals on beauty, electronics, fashion, groceries, home, kitchen, and so much more.
3 months ago

Woodinville Cafe forced to temporarily close after SUV slams into wall

A café in Woodinville was forced to temporarily shut down after a car crashed into it Sunday afternoon, injuring two people.
3 months ago

4 arrested during USA v. AUS World Cup match held in Seattle

Four people were arrested during Friday's massive 2026 FIFA World Cup celebration when the United States defeated Australia 2-0 at Seattle Stadium.
3 months ago

WSP issues endangered missing person alert for 44-year-old Shoreline man

Christopher Davis, 44, was last seen at approximately 1:30 p.m. Sunday walking near N.E. 145th Street and Fifth Avenue N.E. in Shoreline.
3 months ago

Pierce County police chase ends in fiery three-car crash, injuring deputy and multiple children

A three-car crash injured multiple people, including a Pierce County deputy, in Tacoma Saturday evening after a driver attempted to evade police multiple times.
3 months ago

5-month-old safe after alleged kidnapping in Graham

A 5-month-old baby is safe after allegedly being kidnapped in Graham earlier this week.
3 months ago

Hotel strike continues outside Embassy Suites near Lumen Field

A hotel worker strike in Seattle continues outside the Embassy Suites in Pioneer Square.
3 months ago

Iranian flag defaced under Seattle Monorail ahead of World Cup match

An Iranian flag posted on a column under the city monorail in downtown Seattle has been defaced.
3 months ago

Shooting injures 1 in Seattle’s Chinatown-International District hours before World Cup match

A shooting broke out in Seattle’s Chinatown-International District Friday morning, just hours before thousands of fútbol fans prepare for US v. Australia at Seattle Stadium.
3 months ago

Australia’s favorite cookie just landed at Costco, sparking a buying frenzy

The iconic Australian cookie, Tim Tams, has made its way onto Costco shelves, and members are buying boxes in droves.
3 months ago