KIRO Newsradio Reporter

Seattle council approves police contract despite concerns over ‘lack of accountability’

Seattle's council greenlights a new police contract amid public concerns over accountability and community safety measures.

11 months ago

Pierce County deputies bust family-run illegal marijuana grow operation, 2K plants seized

Over the weekend, the Pierce County Sheriff's Office Special Investigations Unit took down a major marijuana grow operation.

11 months ago

‘Unlike anything they’ve ever seen’: At least a dozen pets die in Pierce County house fire

A devastating fire in University Place, Pierce County, resulted in the tragic loss of at least a dozen pets.

11 months ago

Seattle hookah lounge where man was killed will not reopen

A Seattle hookah lounge will remain closed following a fatal shooting, as announced by Seattle authorities.

11 months ago

Bellevue police crack down on theft as holiday shopping begins

Bellevue police increase efforts to combat theft as the holiday shopping season begins, protecting local retailers and shoppers.

11 months ago

VIDEO: Pierce County man who allegedly vandalized his own neighborhood arrested

A Pierce County man faces charges for allegedly vandalizing his own neighborhood, raising community safety concerns.

11 months ago

18 people arrested in undercover drug operations spanning Centralia to Marysville

Discover the details of the large undercover drug operations leading to 18 arrests by law enforcement agencies in Seattle.

11 months ago

WA law enforcement issue warning over TikTok ‘kick challenge’ after child shot in Houston area

If you're a parent, you've probably heard of ding-dong-ditching. Now, a new yet similar challenge has arisen on the social media platform TikTok.

11 months ago

17-year-old shot multiple times in Seattle, then arrested for outstanding warrant

A 17-year-old boy was shot in the back, multiple times, in Seattle, and then arrested at Harborview Medical Center.

11 months ago

Suspect in deadly attack at White River Amphitheater awaits extradition to WA

A suspect linked to the fatal White River Amphitheater attack is now awaiting extradition to Washington.

12 months ago

Authorities investigating if trash fire at Franklin High School was intentionally set

Investigators examine whether the fire at Franklin High School was intentionally set, raising safety concerns in the community.

12 months ago

Search underway for Level-III sex offender who disabled ankle monitor near Burien

A convicted Level-III sex offender is on the loose in King County after he allegedly cut off and disabled his ankle monitor.

12 months ago

Tacoma woman faces 11 animal cruelty charges after 73 neglected cats found in U-Haul truck

A Tacoma woman was charged with 11 counts of animal cruelty on Monday after a total of 73 neglected cats were removed from her U-Haul truck. 10 were found dead.

12 months ago

Girmay Zahilay makes history as youngest, first refugee elected as King County Executive

King County Executive Elect Girmay Zahilay is hitting the ground running as he prepares to take over the office later this month.

12 months ago

Seattle detective solves second cold case in 1 week through DNA evidence

The Seattle Police Department solved its second cold case in less than a week. His accused killer, 37-year-old Clay Fosse, was linked to the crime through DNA.

12 months ago

Man charged in 31-year-old cold case murder of middle school student

31 years after 14-year-old Tanya Frazier disappeared from Mount Baker and was later found dead, an arrest has been made.

12 months ago

Seattle council approves up to $8M for emergency food assistance amid SNAP cuts

The Seattle City Council unanimously approved Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell's proclamation for a civil emergency in response to SNAP cuts.

1 year ago

21-year-old arrested after alleged drive-by shooting caught by Tesla camera

A 21-year-old man is under arrest for an alleged drive-by shooting that was captured by a Tesla camera.

1 year ago

More than 100 people attend resource fair for federal workers

More than 100 people came to a resource fair at Seattle City Hall for federal workers.

1 year ago

Tacoma food bank overwhelmed as need surges during government shutdown

Pop-up emergency food distribution centers attempt to provide food assistance to those in need, especially during a period of rising prices, inflation, job furloughs, a government shutdown.