Report: Wolf population in Washington increases for 10th straight year
The recovery of Washington state’s wolf population continued in 2018, according to an annual year-end report released on Thursday from the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife.8 years ago
Semi-truck plows into home in Spanaway
Central Pierce fire said a semi crashed into a home in Spanaway early Friday, with minor injuries reported.8 years ago
Makah Tribe’s request to hunt gray whales moving forward
The Makah Tribe of Washington is getting closer to being allowed to hunt gray whales again. The tribe has a legal right to hunt whales based on an 1855 treaty.8 years ago
Police search for man after sexual assault in Renton
Police are looking for a man who they say is accused of sexually assaulting another man at a Renton bus stop last month.8 years ago
Seattle, Vashon students potentially exposed to HIV, more at 12 dental clinics
Some 1,250 children in Seattle and Vashon Island may have been contaminated with potentially lethal viruses because the dental equipment used on them was not properly sterilized.8 years ago
Three-day disaster drill being held at Renton Airport
A large-scale multi-agency emergency drill will be held at the Renton Municipal Airport Tuesday through Thursday this week.8 years ago
Issaquah School District, teen in photo respond to racist photo
Students are planning a walkout on Wednesday at Issaquah High School after a racist social media post involving students circulated on social media.8 years ago
Community says goodbye to Bothell’s Country Village after nearly 40 years
Business owners tell KIRO 7 the Country Village in Bothell closed for good Sunday evening after nearly 40 years in the community.8 years ago
United Airlines begins service out of Paine Field
United Airlines began its service out of Paine Field in Everett on Sunday.8 years ago
Distracted driving emphasis patrols happening across Washington
More than 150 law enforcement agencies around the state are cracking down on distracted drivers, marked by increased patrols by Washington State Patrol.8 years ago
Metro bus driver injured in Seattle shooting being called a ‘hero’
A King County Metro bus driver is being hailed as a hero after he steered a bus with a dozen passengers on board away from a gunman after he was shot.8 years ago
Boeing, FAA announce changes in wake of fatal 737 MAX crashes
Two hundred people from airlines around the world were in Renton on Wednesday to see Boeing's software fix for the 737 MAX, and the FAA announced changes of its own as well in front of a Senate committee.8 years ago
Suspect in custody after fatal shooting in Spanaway
An investigation is underway after a fatal shooting in Spanaway. The Pierce County Sheriff's Department tweeted that homicide detectives and forensics had responded to the scene.8 years ago
Proposed ferry fare increase would go toward electric, hybrid ferries
Some Washington state lawmakers are proposing a 6 percent fare hike that would affect ferry riders across Puget Sound.8 years ago
Washington vape businesses, customers fear proposed 60 percent tax
The price of vaping could soon skyrocket if a proposed 60 percent tax is passed by lawmakers in Washington state. Vape customers are protesting the proposal.8 years ago
Driver of stolen car rams King County deputy’s cruiser
A stolen car rammed a King County Sheriff's squad car. It happened at 9:45 p.m. Sunday in White Center.8 years ago
Kittitas police officer shot released from hospital, faces ‘long recovery ahead’
A Kittitas deputy shattered his femur and he has a "long road ahead," but got out of the hospital Sunday with a smile.8 years ago
Brush fires continue to cause problems in Puget Sound region
Firefighters are responding to a two-alarm brush fire in a field filled with tires behind an apartment building in White Center on Wednesday afternoon.8 years ago
ICE confirms suspect who shot Kittitas deputy was in U.S. illegally
A Kittitas County Sheriff’s deputy was killed and a Kittitas police officer was injured during a shootout Tuesday evening, following a chase that began with a road rage incident.8 years ago
Seattle police officer stabbed in Chinatown-International District
An officer with the Seattle Police Department is recovering after he was stabbed in an apartment building in the Chinatown-International district Monday night.8 years ago
Sea-Tac Airport pushing forward with expansion plans
Sea-Tac International Airport is pushing forward with plans for expansion to accommodate more passengers.8 years ago
With deliveries paused for 737 MAX planes, will production and jobs be cut back?
Boeing 737 MAX planes are barred from carrying passengers, but on Friday, a few still flew, moved with only crew members on board from one airport to another for long-term parking.8 years ago
Homeless uproot brick, dig tunnels under I-5 overpass
Thousands of cars drive over the I-5 Pacific Avenue in Olympia overpass daily. Many might not realize people are living underneath.8 years ago