Coast Guard rescues 2 people stranded on rocks in the Coquille River in Oregon
The U.S. Coast Guard rescued two people Monday after their 14-foot pleasure craft began taking on water near the Coquille River South Jetty in Bandon, Oregon.10 hours ago
Spokane Complex Fires: 700 homes destroyed, 65K evacuated
The announcement comes as at least 65,000 people have been evacuated, and 700 homes have been destroyed by a series of wildfires in the Spokane area.12 hours ago
‘We’re not going to shy away from it’: Local elections offices increase security to manage threats
A survey of hundreds of local election officials found that nearly a third have experienced threats, harassment, or abuse because of their job.12 hours ago
King County Metro to add 9 new bus routes and 3,000 additional weekly bus trips to schedule
King County Metro is adding nine new bus routes and more than 3,000 additional weekly bus trips to its schedule.1 day ago
Here’s where Seattle ranks for ‘happiest places to live’ in the US
We may have the Seattle Freeze, but that apparently doesn’t seem to impact Seattle being named one of the happiest places to live in the U.S.1 day ago
Weather: Smoke and haze to increase; air quality decreases
Wildfire smoke is forecast to move into Western Washington, raising the possibility of hazy skies and reduced air quality through the middle of the week.1 day ago
Spokane Complex Fires: Thousands evacuated and hundreds of buildings burned
Thousands are being evacuated, and over 600 structures have been destroyed by a series of wildfires in the Spokane area, collectively known as the Spokane Complex fires.2 days ago
‘Widespread destruction’: On the ground in Spokane
The Spokane Area Fires Complex has destroyed more than 600 structures, including homes, and forced thousands of residents to evacuate their properties.2 days ago
WA superintendent responds to ‘sham’ investigation by US Department of Education
The U.S. Department of Education is requesting information from California and Washington on what it called “transgender policies” in schools.4 days ago
Seattle Police Officers Guild praises interim chief appointment while criticizing mayor’s actions
Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson announced the appointment of Deputy Chief Andre Sayles to the Interim Chief role effective Friday.4 days ago
Level 3 evacuation orders issued for areas of Entiat Valley of Chelan County for Little Giant Fire
Level 3 ‘Go Now’ evacuation orders have been issued for an area in Chelan County impacted by the Little Giant Fire.5 days ago
‘Extremely critical’ fire weather concerns this weekend in central, eastern Washington
Several large fires are burning in central and eastern Washington as we head into the weekend, with most of them ignited by lightning around the middle of July.5 days ago
Who is Andre Sayles? What we know about Seattle’s new interim police chief
Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson announced on Thursday that she has accepted the resignation of Seattle Police Chief Shon Barnes.5 days ago
Newly-obtained photos by KIRO 7 show extent of damage, debris in Kenmore floatplane crash
Photos from the San Juan County Sheriff’s Office show the extent of the damage from the Kenmore floatplane emergency crash landing.5 days ago
KIRO 7 Exclusive: Video shows ICE arrest during Seattle Center mass shooting investigation
Footage obtained exclusively by KIRO 7 showed ICE arresting a man near Seattle Center Monday morning while the cleanup and investigation into Sunday night’s mass shooting was happening only feet away.5 days ago
Rabid bat found near playground at Renton’s Gene Coulon Park
Health officials are warning the public that a rabid bat was found near a popular park in Renton.5 days ago
Rabid bat found near playground at Renton’s Gene Coulon Park
Health officials are warning the public that a rabid bat was found near a popular park in Renton.6 days ago
Clouds could be the bigger story than rain for Seafair weekend
When people think about weather affecting Seafair weekend, rain is usually the first thing that comes to mind.6 days ago
California-based company that runs Bite of Seattle responds to mass shooting 30 hours later
The company that owns the Bite of Seattle, FoodieLand, released a statement late Monday night regarding a mass shooting that marred the festival.6 days ago
Police: Suspect used Snapchat to contact teen before sexually assaulting her at her Sumner home
Sumner police have arrested a suspect accused of using a social media platform to contact a teenager before allegedly raping her in her home.6 days ago
‘Compassionately supporting each other’: Seattle Fudge shelters up to 60 people during mass shooting
Seattle Fudge, a small, family-run business, is back open after protecting dozens during a mass shooting at Seattle Center.7 days ago
Dept. of Education investigating WA school district, claiming Pride display had vial of testosterone
The U.S. Department of Education is investigating a Washington school over claims that a Pride display had vials of testosterone.7 days ago
Seattle Center shooting renews focus on emergency preparedness at public events
A memorial honoring the victims of the Seattle Center shooting serves as a painful reminder of how quickly a day of celebration can turn into tragedy.7 days ago
