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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.

Seattle traffic worsens: Drivers lose 63 hours to congestion in 2024

Traffic got worse throughout Seattle as people went back to the office last year, according to data from Inrix.
2 years ago

Sound Transit kicks off 2025 with several Light Rail 1-Line disruptions

Expect service disruptions for the next couple of months along Sound Transit's Link Light Rail 1-Line from Lynnwood to Angle Lake.
2 years ago

VIDEO: Potential suspects captured on camera after 14-year-old killed on New Year’s Eve

Police video has revealed two potential suspects that might be involved in a New Year's Eve shooting that killed a 14-year-old man.
2 years ago

Highway 2 reopened after multi-fatal car crash blocked both directions

Highway 2 was blocked in both directions just east of SR 9 in Snohomish after a fatal car crash occurred Tuesday morning.
2 years ago

With a new year comes new, increased parking fines in Seattle

For the first time since 2011, parking fines in Seattle will increase to account for inflation and current parking rates.
2 years ago

Busy intersection shut down as SPD investigates fatal shooting in Seattle’s Capitol Hill

The Seattle Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred in Seattle's Capitol Hill neighborhood.
2 years ago

Gonzaga men’s basketball team narrowly avoids disaster on LAX runway

FAA is investigating a close call involving two planes, one that had the entire Gonzaga Men's Basketball team on it, nearly colliding.
2 years ago

Man found dead after alleged ‘violent mental health breakdown,’ husband arrested

A 47-year-old man was arrested for manslaughter after a domestic violence call was made in Edmonds early Sunday morning.
2 years ago

SPD investigating incident where local resident’s dog was shot, killed at Seattle cemetery

A Seattle woman is working with the SPD and is seeking justice after she claimed her dog was shot and killed at a cemetery in December.
2 years ago

Starbucks baristas begin five-day strike in Seattle, LA, Chicago

Starbucks baristas are going on strike Friday in Seattle, Los Angeles and Chicago after contract negotiations broke down earlier this week.
2 years ago

Traveling through Sea-Tac Airport this holiday season? Prepare for mass crowds

More than two million passengers are expected to go through Sea-Tac Airport between now and Jan. 2, with Dec. 20 being the busiest day.
2 years ago

Bezos saves $1 billion in taxes after moving out of WA

Jeff Bezos, the founder and executive chairman for Amazon, has allegedly saved nearly $1 billion this year alone in taxes.
2 years ago

Northern giant hornet, AKA ‘murder hornet,’ eradicated from WA

The northern giant hornet, previously known as the "murder hornet," has been eradicated from Washington and the U.S. overall.
2 years ago

Everett City Council decides on location of new AquaSox ballpark

The Everett AquaSox has found a home for its new ballpark, according to an Everett City Council vote that occurred Wednesday night.
2 years ago

Amazon workers repped by Teamsters Union strike at multiple facilities across U.S.

Thousands of unionized Amazon delivery drivers have walked off the job for a strike at seven facilities in four states.
2 years ago

Stanley recalling millions of travel mugs over concerns of shrinking lids causing burns

Stanley is recalling approximately 2.6 million stainless steel travel mugs because of a potential burn hazard.
2 years ago

Man escapes police after crashing car into building in Centralia

Centralia Police is actively searching for a suspect who crashed into a building in Centralia after a high-speed pursuit Thursday morning.
2 years ago

Machete-wielding suspect arrested after stealing car near the border

The Washington State Patrol (WSP) arrested a man who carjacked a driver using a machete at the U.S. border crossing in Blaine.
2 years ago

Fall City gun shop burglary foiled, suspects aged 13-21 caught after high-speed chase

An attempted burglary at a Fall City gun shop led to a high-speed chase on Dec. 6, ultimately ending in a crash.
2 years ago

Woman sexually assaulted at Point Defiance Park in Tacoma, no arrests so far

A woman was sexually assaulted Wednesday evening near the Point Defiance dog park, prompting an investigation from TPD.
2 years ago

Northshore School District teacher arrested for attempted child rape

A Northshore School District teacher was arrested on suspicion of attempted rape of a child, Redmond Police confirmed.
2 years ago

$2M resolution with mortgage firm: Are you one of 1,500 WA residents owed money?

1,500 WA residents will get to claim their share of $2 million as a result of a resolution with Nationstar for mortgage violations.
2 years ago

WA-based Locust Cider closing six taprooms throughout the state

Locust Cider, a popular Washington-based cider company, is closing six of its taprooms throughout the state.
2 years ago

Jewelry bandits attempt getaway from police via stolen rowboat, until it sank

Unfortunately for the jewelry bandits, their escape plan from deputies didn't work as the rowboat began sinking.
2 years ago