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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.

Nelsy Cruz, sister of former Mariners star Nelson Cruz, among 113 killed in tragic Dominican Republic roof collapse

Nelsy Cruz, the sister of former Seattle Mariners slugger Nelson Cruz, was among the 113 killed and 255 injured when a roof collapsed at a popular nightclub in the Dominican Republic.
1 year ago

‘Cruel and wrong’: UW, Gonzaga among colleges where student visas revoked by Trump administration

The Trump administration has canceled the visas of several students at the University of Washington and Gonzaga University.
1 year ago

Salt & Straw expands to Pike Place Market, replacing Starbucks

Salt & Straw, one of the most popular and beloved ice cream shops in the Pacific Northwest, is moving into Pike Place Market.
1 year ago

WA Senate praises bipartisanship after unanimously passing $7.3B capital budget

The Washington Senate unanimously passed a capital budget proposal for 2025-27, totalling $7.3 billion.
1 year ago

Financial advisor indicted for stealing $920K from widow’s life savings to fund lavish lifestyle

A financial advisor was indicted after he allegedly stole more than $920,000 in life savings from a former client of his—a widow in her 70s.
1 year ago

Ryan Mello’s first 100 days as Pierce County Executive defined by tackling budget crises

Last month, Melo shared that, to combat a $30 million structural budget deficit, Pierce County generated $17 million in affordable housing investments.
1 year ago

11-year-old surrendered by parents after allegedly trying to stab Lynnwood student

An 11-year-old male attempted to stab a student at a Lynnwood middle school last Friday, the Snohomish County Sheriff’s Department confirmed.
1 year ago

Snohomish County police scanner now encrypted as part of law enforcement radio system upgrades

Snohomish County is transitioning to a new, updated radio system for its law enforcement that will encrypt its police scanner from the public.
1 year ago

Two 16-year-olds arrested for murder of 18-year-old in Tacoma apartment elevator

The Tacoma Police Department arrested two 16-year-olds April 5 in connection to the murder of an 18-year-old man in Tacoma who was shot in an apartment building elevator.
1 year ago

‘It’s a nightmare’: Michael Medved slams Trump’s tariffs, claims markets have lost trillions

Stock markets worldwide responded to the Trump administration's rollout of tariffs by with its single worst day since COVID-19 wrecked the global economy in 2020.
1 year ago

The best movies, TV to watch this weekend; Tarantino’s ‘Once Upon a Time in Hollywood’ prequel is Netflix-bound

Netflix just greenlit one of the weirdest sequels to a beloved film, and find out what the best movies and television to watch this weekend are.
1 year ago

Pair of 14-year-olds arrested after pistol-whipping victim, stealing a car in Burien

King County Sheriff’s deputies arrested two 14-year-olds for an alleged carjacking that involved pistol-whipping a victim.
1 year ago

Duke’s Seafood closes iconic Alki Beach location after 25 years

Duke's Seafood in West Seattle is shuttering its doors after being a mainstay on Alki Beach for a quarter century.
1 year ago

SPD chief launches new ‘Violent Crime Prevention’ plan to boost public safety

Seattle Police Department (SPD) Chief Shon Barnes is unveiling a new strategy to "enhance public safety" throughout Seattle.
1 year ago

RealPage software allegedly conspired with landlords to inflate rent prices, WA AG claims

Washington Attorney General Nick Brown filed a lawsuit against software company RealPage and nine local landlords, alleging they led a conspiracy of unfair competition that led to rapidly rising rent prices for their tenants.
1 year ago

WIAA says vote on member amendments banning transgender athletes violates state law

Changes to transgender involvement in high school sports spearheaded by the Trump administration won't be coming to the state, according to the Washington Interscholastic Activities Association.
1 year ago

Stabbing in Seattle’s New Holly neighborhood leaves 47-year-old seriously injured

A stabbing occurred Thursday morning at an apartment complex in Seattle’s New Holly neighborhood, the Seattle Police Department confirmed.
1 year ago

Measles case identified in Snohomish County infant after international travel

A new positive measles case was identified in an infant in Snohomish County, according to the Snohomish County Health Department.
1 year ago

Video: Man flees from deputies with stolen chicken

A man was arrested after stealing a chicken in Kitsap County and running from pursuing deputies.
1 year ago

Another bill to ban flavored tobacco products introduced in WA to curb youth usage

Flavored tobacco products could be banned in Washington after Democratic lawmakers introduced new legislation to the state House and Senate.
1 year ago

Fatal overnight shooting in Seattle’s First Hill leaves one dead

A shooting broke out early Wednesday morning in Seattle's First Hill neighborhood, with one man dead at the scene, according to responding homicide detectives with the Seattle Police Department (SPD).
1 year ago

Oregon ballot measure could let citizens sue state for environmental failures, if passed

A ballot measure to Oregon voters in November could mean residents are granted the right to a clean, safe, and healthy environment.
1 year ago

‘A budget that relied only on cuts would set us backward’: WA Democrat defends tax increases

The Washington Senate approved a $78.5 billion operating budget plan that targets the state's wealthiest residents and biggest employers in order to protect essential services.
1 year ago

Hope ‘N Wellness finds new home in Everett after violating city codes

Hope ‘N Wellness, an Everett-based social service organization, has found a new home, changing locations this week so it can continue operating.
1 year ago