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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.

Recent kidnapping, torture case prompts state senator’s plea to kill WA’s sanctuary state policy

Citing a recent horrific crime that involved the kidnapping and torture of a 58-year-old woman in King County, State Senator Phil Fortunato, R-Auburn, wants to end Washington’s sanctuary state policy.
2 years ago

Man with medical condition missing, last seen in Issaquah

The Issaquah Police Department (IPD) is asking the public for help finding a man who has been missing since Wednesday morning.
2 years ago

Study: WA one of the 10 most dangerous states for public transit safety

Washington qualified as one of the 10 most dangerous states when it comes to public transit, according to a study from John Foy & Associates.
2 years ago

Juvenile dies from injuries suffered in weekend Tacoma shooting

Two people were injured and sent to a hospital after a shooting in Tacoma on April 12. Four days later, one of the victims, a juvenile, died at the hospital from injuries suffered.
2 years ago

Teachers in Idaho school district to carry guns on campus, but parents won’t know who

The Idaho-based St. Maries School District is now allowing teachers and faculty to carry guns on campus and in classrooms. Parents will not be notified which teacher is carrying a firearm.
2 years ago

Seattle Public Schools face legal action over neglecting pregnant, nursing employee needs

Washington Attorney General Nick Brown alleged Seattle Public Schools repeatedly failed to provide reasonable accommodations to pregnant and nursing employees in the latest lawsuit from the Washington Attorney General’s Office.
2 years ago

PCC to reopen downtown location as a reimagined corner market

PCC Community Markets is reopening its grocery store location in downtown Seattle this summer, but not without some changes.
2 years ago

Port Angeles 10-year-old found safe in dollhouse on front porch of home

A 10-year-old boy is reportedly missing after last being seen April 15 at approximately 4 p.m. in Port Angeles.
2 years ago

Person injured in overnight Burien shooting

One person was injured in a shooting in Burien and was taken to Harborview Medical Center. The King County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating who was involved in the shooting and what led to the incident.
2 years ago

Employers to pay striking workers up to 4 weeks in new WA bill proposal

House Democrats passed a bill last weekend that would require employers to pay striking workers for up to four weeks, down from the 12 weeks originally proposed.
2 years ago

Ice cream icon Salt and Straw drops Pike Place Market move days after announcement

Salt & Straw bowed out of moving into Pike Place Market less than a week after the ice creamery announced the move.
2 years ago

Seattle Pride faces $350,000 budget shortfall as corporate sponsorship pull out

Seattle Pride is dealing with a $350,000 budget shortfall after it lost several corporate sponsorships. The organization believes the pullout of sponsorships came from DEI rollbacks, political attacks on the LGBTQ+ community, saving money amid a turbulent forecasted economy, and the recent installation of the new Trump administration.
2 years ago

Three unions demand outside investigation into Tacoma-Pierce County Health Director’s conduct

Three separate unions filed a complaint against the Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department's public health director, alleging she created a toxic work environment and practiced bullying and other unethical behavior.
2 years ago

WA lawmakers eyeing capital gains tax hike amid $16B budget deficit

Washington lawmakers, facing a projected operating budget shortfall of approximately $16 billion over the next four years, are considering raising the state’s capital gains tax to offset the state's financial hurdles.
2 years ago

Senate amends ‘Parents Bill of Rights,’ sparking renewed controversy over parental control

Senate Democrats pass HB 1296, amending last year's "Parents Bill of Rights," over Republican objections.
2 years ago

CA man stole nearly $1M from Kent company through fraudulent purchases, fake invoices

An IT manager of a Kent-based energy manufacturing company was indicted by a Seattle grand jury this week for creating a scheme to steal nearly $1 million from his employer.
2 years ago

Two 15-year-olds shot, one killed, in Renton apartment complex shooting, police seeking suspects

A 15-year-old died in a shooting at an apartment complex in Renton Sunday evening. A second 15-year-old was injured in the shooting, and was taken to a local hospital.
2 years ago

‘Warfare,’ the last war movie we’ll ever need, is here: Best movies and shows for you this weekend

You don’t watch “Warfare,” you survive it. “Warfare” is in theaters Friday. Here are the best movies and TV shows to watch this weekend.
2 years ago

Des Moines propane tank company fined $166K after two workers injured in separate, same-day explosions

A tank servicing company based in Des Moines faces $166,423 in fines due to injuries suffered by two workers in two separate propane tank explosions in April during an inspection.
2 years ago

Lake Washington High School evacuated, closed for rest of day

Lake Washington High School evacuated its students and faculty Friday, KIRO Newsradio confirmed, due to a bomb threat.
2 years ago

Everett police seeking suspect in string of bikini barista stand attacks

The Everett Police Department is actively searching for a man who allegedly assaulted two employees at separate bikini barista coffee stands.
2 years ago

Nick Taylor tees off in Masters 2025: UW star joins golf’s elite at Augusta

The 2025 Masters Tournament is upon us, and for the third time in his golfing career, former UW golf star Nick Taylor will be participating, playing alongside some of the best in the world this weekend down in Augusta, Georgia.
2 years ago

Tourist from Seattle spends week in jail after getting too close to Old Faithful

A tourist from Seattle was arrested after venturing too close to Old Faithful in Yellowstone National Park.
2 years ago

Seattle Police seize 5 grams of crack cocaine during multiple Belltown drug busts

A proactive patrol from the SPD led to multiple arrests for possessing and distributing crack cocaine in Seattle's Belltown neighborhood.
2 years ago