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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.

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

Head of Seattle’s Department of Transportation to depart after 2 1/2 years

Seattle's director of the Department of Transportation has announced he will be stepping down from his post, effective Feb. 12, 2025.
2 years ago

24-hour Voodoo Doughnuts location opens in Capitol Hill today

One of the most iconic donut chains in the Pacific Northwest, Voodoo Doughnuts, is opening a new location in Seattle's Capitol Hill neighborhood on Dec. 10.
2 years ago

Puyallup woman arrested for attempting to kidnap a 3-year-old in a waiting room

Police arrested a woman in Puyallup after she allegedly tried to kidnap a young child right in front of the child's mother.
2 years ago

Salty’s Seafood Grills at Redondo Beach listed for sale at $7.9 million

The property housing the once iconic waterfront restaurant, Salty’s Seafood Grills at Redondo Beach, is officially on the market.
2 years ago

15-year-old shot and killed in West Seattle with no known suspects

A 15-year-old boy was shot and killed in West Seattle, and now the Seattle Police Department (SPD) is investigating the homicide.
2 years ago

Vehicle fire shuts down multiple lanes on I-5 in Everett

A vehicle fire broke out on southward Interstate 5 (I-5), just south of State Route 529 (SR 529) near milepost 197 in Everett.
2 years ago

Seattle City Council member Tammy Morales will resign in January; constituents respond

Seattle City Councilmember Tammy Morales announced she is resigning from the city council, effective Jan. 6.
2 years ago

Off-duty cop flashes gun during road rage incident in Edmonds

An off-duty officer with the Edmonds Police Department was arrested after she was accused of pointing a gun at a driver in a road rage incident.
2 years ago

Kendrick Lamar, SZA performing at Lumen Field as part of 2025 tour

Kendrick Lamar and SZA will be performing at Lumen Field May 17 as part of the 2025 Grand National Tour this upcoming summer.
2 years ago

FOB Sushi reopens after worm controversy with TikTok food influencer

FOB Sushi in Bellevue and Seattle is reopening today after shuttering its doors for weeks due to a viral incident with Keith Lee.
2 years ago

Gee Scott’s son praised for praying during Ohio State-Michigan postgame brawl

One of the few players not involved in the brawl was Gee Scott Jr, starting tight end for Ohio State and son of KIRO Newsradio host Gee Scott.
2 years ago

Amazon workers continue global strike through Cyber Monday

Thousands of Amazon workers around the world began striking on Black Friday in order to receive improved pay and working conditions.
2 years ago

Woman seen walking Tacoma road covered in blood suspected of killing husband

A 52-year-old Pierce County woman was arrested after she allegedly stabbed her husband to death the day before Thanksgiving.
2 years ago