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.

Teen suspect behind bars following Renton shooting, man in critical condition

A man is currently in critical condition after he was shot Tuesday afternoon outside the Renton Transit Center. The suspect fled the scene, hopping onto a King County Metro Bus.

1 year ago

Westbound lanes of U.S. 2 reopened after 3-car crash in Monroe, hazmat still on scene

A hazmat response was issued after a three-car crash caused a section of Highway 2 in Monroe to be shut down.

1 year ago

‘Childcare desert:’ Council members attempt to expand childcare services in Snohomish County

Snohomish County Councilmembers Nate Nehring and Jared Mead introduced legislation to reduce some of the regulatory barriers childcare providers face, allowing more childcare facilities throughout Snohomish County.

1 year ago

‘My stomach is churning:’ WA teacher charged with possessing child porn

An Archbishop Murphy High School (AMHS) teacher in Everett was recently charged with two counts of sex crimes involving young children.

1 year ago

Welfare check in Renton leads to discovery of two bodies, cause unknown

Deputies responded to the call and entered the condo, located at the Fairway Green Condos on 149th Ave S.E., and found two bodies inside.

1 year ago

Seattle Police arrest leader of $1M ATM, safe robbery ring

The SPD made a major arrest related to a string of robberies where suspects used stolen vehicles and equipment to steal $1 million from ATMs and safes.

1 year ago

Prolific Renton drug dealer sentenced to 13 years for role in Aryan prison gang drug ring

A Renton resident was sentenced to 13 years in prison for his involvement in a drug trafficking ring that was connected to Aryan prison gangs.

1 year ago

‘Get the troublemakers out:’ John Curley on landmark CARES Act ruling for landlords

With this ruling regarding the CARES Act, landlords in Washington may now issue 10‑day comply‑or‑vacate notices for breaches of lease agreements and even three‑day notices for issues such as nuisance, waste or unlawful activity.

1 year ago

Man shot three times in overnight shooting in East Queen Anne

The Seattle Police Department (SPD) is investigating an overnight shooting that occurred in East Queen Anne.

1 year ago

Gee warns Washington drivers will be hit with both a Road Usage Charge and gas tax

The Washington Legislature is finally ready to consider a Road Usage Charge (RUC) -- a plan to have residents pay by the mile. Its first hearing is set to happen Thursday.