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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.

Mother, 29, arrested after son, 14, allegedly beaten to death for failing to do chores

The death of a 14-year-old boy at a South Seattle home has prompted an investigation led by the Seattle Police Department.
2 years ago

Puyallup tribe member sentenced to 13 years for killing friend on reservation

A Puyallup Tribe member was sentenced to 13 years in prison after he was found guilty of shooting someone he considered a friend. 
2 years ago

Rolled-over semi-truck catches fire on I-405, shuts down most northbound lanes near SR 169 interchange

All northbound lanes of Interstate 405 (I-405) have been shut down after a crash involving a rolled-over semi-truck in Renton Tuesday morning.
2 years ago

9 arrested in latest SPD prostitution sting along Aurora Ave

The Human Trafficking Unit with the Seattle Police Department arrested nine people during a Jan. 30 undercover prostitution operation.
2 years ago

16-year-old dies after car crash, authorities investigating if driver was evading police

A driver under the age of 18 was killed early Saturday morning in a car crash in unincorporated Bothell, the Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office confirmed.
2 years ago

School closures: What’s open, closed and delayed?

Several schools have announced they will either delay the start of school after a weekend of intense winter weather, or cancel school altogether.
2 years ago

Vehicle fire shuts down multiple streets in Issaquah

Multiple roadways in Issaquah had to be blocked off after a vehicle caught on fire.
2 years ago

Little People of America slams Trump’s ‘horrific’ DEI remarks

President Donald Trump blaming DEI initiatives for the deadly mid-air collision sparked some controversy among Little People of America.
2 years ago

World’s largest rubber duck on the horizon signals return of Seattle Boat Show

Mama Duck, the world’s largest rubber duck, has made her way into town Jan. 31 for the Seattle Boat Show, with her stay expecting to last until Feb. 8.
2 years ago

Former Sumner High School basketball coach found guilty in sex-abuse trial with former players

A former Sumner High School basketball coach was found guilty of sexually abusing his former players.
2 years ago

Gee Scott slams Trump’s plane crash comments: ‘This is what 60% of the country voted for’

President Donald Trump Thursday speculated Democrats and diversity initiatives shared blame for the deaths of 67 after the Washington, D.C., midair collision.
2 years ago

Drive-by shooting suspect of Maserati arrested by SWAT after brief escape attempt

 A convicted felon was arrested by SWAT earlier this week in connection with a drive-by shooting that occurred last December in Seattle’s Greenwood neighborhood.
2 years ago

20-year-old arrested for Ballard murder, the city’s second homicide of 2025

A suspect in a Ballard homicide case was arrested Tuesday afternoon by officers with the Seattle Police Department (SPD) and SWAT.
2 years ago

Frito-Lay in a crunch: Lay’s chips recall increased to highest risk level

Frito-Lay is recalling more bags of Lay’s Classic Potato Chips after the FDA increased the risk level of the product to its highest level of risk classification.
2 years ago

DNA breakthrough leads to arrest in 1989 Everett cold case murder of Mary Ann Daniels

A former Everett resident was arrested in Las Vegas Saturday in connection a 36-year-old cold case, the murder of Mary Ann Daniels in 1989.
2 years ago

Nigerian pandemic fraud: Man sentenced for stealing thousands of identities, millions of dollars

A Nigerian man was sentenced after he pled guilty to defrauding programs of millions of dollars intended for aid during the pandemic.
2 years ago

Lakewood drug kingpin sentenced to 10 years for helming multi-state drug trafficking ring

A Lakewood resident was sentenced to 10 years in prison after law enforcement determined he was leading a South Puget Sound drug trafficking organization.
2 years ago

One dead in fatal fire at Everett apartment complex

A fire broke out at a four-plex apartment complex in Everett, the Everett Fire Department confirmed, killing one person.
2 years ago

Plethora of guns, drugs recovered over weekend of Seattle arrests

The Seattle Police Department kept itself busy last weekend, collecting multiple guns and firearms throughout a series of arrests.
2 years ago

Bizarre connection found between Vermont border agent’s death and CA homicide

The fatal shooting of a U.S. border patrol agent in Vermont and a murder in Northern California appear to be related.
2 years ago

King County Jails end misdemeanor booking restrictions amid staffing gains

King County jails will lift remaining misdemeanor booking restrictions for all partner law enforcement agencies, starting Feb. 1.
2 years ago

Using a forklift, thieves steal 2 ATMs in Wallingford credit union heist

SPD is looking for suspects after two ATMs were ripped out of a credit union in the Wallingford neighborhood with a forklift.
2 years ago

Racist graffiti found on East Lake Sammamish bike trail sparks outrage in Issaquah

Offensive, racist graffiti was found alongside the East Lake Sammamish bike trail in Issaquah Sunday morning.
2 years ago

Gee Scott on Pete Carroll joining the Raiders: ‘It’s tough to win in Vegas’

After a year away from NFL sidelines, former Seattle Seahawks Head Coach Pete Carroll has returned to the NFL as to coach the Las Vegas Raiders.
2 years ago