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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.

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.
2 years 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.
2 years 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.
2 years ago

Woodland Park zoo keeper hospitalized after orangutan bite during training

An animal keeper at the Woodland Park Zoo in Seattle suffered an injury from an orangutan bite and had to be treated at a local hospital over the weekend.
2 years ago

Pierce County teen charged with double murder after mass house party shooting

The Pierce County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office has filed charges against a 17-year-old they suspect shot and killed two people during a mass house party shooting.
2 years ago

Feds v. WA: Lawmakers challenge state’s sanctuary law thwarting immigration enforcement

Washington's "sanctuary law" has been the subject of more controversy after select state representatives challenged it, claiming it prevents local law enforcement from cooperating with federal immigration officials.
2 years ago

Traffic backed up on I-5 in Tacoma after jack-knifed semi-truck accident

Two left lanes are blocked in both directions on Interstate-5 (I-5) in South Tacoma near 38th due to a jack-knifed semi-truck.
2 years ago

WA sees uptick in opioid-related deaths, while nation sees first overall decline since 2018

While most states in the U.S. improved year-over-year in decreasing their opioid-related deaths, four states' death rates worsened—including Washington.
2 years ago

‘Scary Situation’: Richard Sherman says armed robbers stormed his home with family inside

Seattle Seahawks legend Richard Sherman shared photos on X of several armed men inside his Washington home during an alleged armed robbery.
2 years ago

‘Spaceflight is hard’: Once-stranded astronauts defend Boeing after 9-month ISS stint

The two astronauts who had to stay suspended in space aboard the International Space Station (ISS) for nine months are not blaming Boeing for their delayed return.
2 years ago

More than 100 rounds fired in West Seattle shooting

More than 100 rounds were fired in a shooting in West Seattle Sunday at approximately 9 p.m., spanning several blocks.
2 years ago

Mysterious black ring hovers over Seattle—Smoke, UFO, or Supercross stunt?

A strange phenomenon appeared on the Seattle skyline Sunday, when a near-black cloud-like ring hovered over Lumen Field and downtown Seattle.
2 years ago

King County Metro resumes fare enforcement March 31 — Here’s what riders need to know

Starting Monday, March 31, King County Metro will begin to reinforce its fares, asking riders for proof of payment on buses and street cars.
2 years ago

Motorcyclist dies on West Seattle Bridge following crash near Delridge Way off-ramp

A 42-year-old motorcyclist died Sunday evening following a crash on his bike on the West Seattle Bridge.
2 years ago

Leonardo DiCaprio’s next project is playing… Bob Ferguson?

Leonardo DiCaprio's next massive acting project was announced this week when Warner Bros. released a trailer for the upcoming film "One Battle After Another," where he will play the lead role of...Bob Ferguson?
2 years ago

Missing toddler named in Amber Alert found; suspect appears in court

An Amber Alert has been issued for a missing 2-year-old girl, who was allegedly taken by someone who is known by the family.
2 years ago

What to stream this weekend: Seth Rogen’s Hollywood satire, emergency rooms in ‘Pitt’sburgh, and more

2025 will soon turn into a wild and whacky year for movies, but until then, let’s see what’s available for us to stream and watch this weekend.
2 years ago

Body of missing former Army sergeant found in Carbon River

Pierce County deputies are still looking for a 29-year-old woman who went missing last weekend after falling into the Carbon River with her dog in Carbonado.
2 years ago

Stay out of the water! Sewage spill reported off Magnuson Park

The Seattle Department of Parks and Recreation is reporting a sewage spill in Magnuson Park off the boat launch.
2 years ago

Low-barrier homeless shelter in Seattle shut down, community claimed it led to crime

A homeless shelter, dubbed the Navigation Center located within the Chinatown-International District in Seattle, has officially closed its doors.
2 years ago

Seattle’s $2M all-gender bathroom: Waterfront Park gets flush new look

The Waterfront Park nestled in Seattle's downtown neighborhood held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the installation of a new bathroom with six all-gender stalls.
2 years ago

Olympia music nonprofit robbed of $10K in gear—community raises $11K to help

The community rallied around The Bridge Music Project, an Olympia-based nonprofit for youth music, after it was hit with a devastating robbery.
2 years ago

Enumclaw Middle School evacuated after device was detonated, no reported injuries

Enumclaw Middle School was evacuated early Tuesday after a small explosive device detonated outside in the school courtyard.
2 years ago

Man with health issues missing since Monday, last seen heading to Seattle health clinic

WSP issued a missing person alert for Isaah Reevis, 34, who was last seen at approximately 10:30 a.m. boarding a bus off Davis Avenue S. in Seattle.
2 years ago