Sergeant David Rainy does not exist; Do not send money to Sergeant Rainy
Residents of Thurston and Lewis County warned about a scammer impersonating Sergeant David Rainy demanding money.1 year ago
Fire in multi-housing building displaces families in Issaquah
Fire crews answered a call of a fire in a three-story multi-housing building in Issaquah on Sunday afternoon. Around 5:17 p.m. on Sunday, crews from Eastside Fire & Rescue arrived at 4600 West Sammamish Parkway Southeast to flames coming out of one of the units. The fire was on the first floor and threatening to […]1 year ago
Woman, neighbor attacked with axe in Skagit County
A woman was injured after she was attacked by a metal baton and an axe in Marblemount, Skagit County.1 year ago
Seattle man faces 35 felony charges of stealing 11 firearms, 5 cars in months-long crime spree
A Seattle man faces multiple felony charges for stealing firearms and cars during a months-long crime spree.1 year ago
Court docs: Kingston dad threatened teen son with nail gun, tied him up before killing estranged wife
Chilling court docs detail how a father violated a no-contact order, threatened his teen son, and murdered his estranged wife in front of their children.1 year ago
‘He was one of a kind:’ Family mourns son, brother killed in USPS facility shooting
A Puyallup family is remembering 27-year-old Edward Poloka, a United States Postal Service worker murdered inside a Tukwila distribution center on Tuesday.1 year ago
Did you feel it? 3.9 magnitude earthquake reported near Port Angeles
A 3.9 magnitude earthquake hit near Port Angeles Wednesday afternoon, according to the Pacific Northwest Seismic Network (PNSN).2 years ago
Tariffs could mean higher prices on these items in Washington
The effects of President Donald Trump’s tariffs are likely to be felt quickly across Washington, according to governance and economic experts watching the policy unfold.2 years ago
Man hit by car, killed while crossing the street in Parkland
PARKLAND, Wash. — A 28-year-old was killed after getting hit by a car while crossing the street in Parkland around 7 p.m. on Monday. According to Washington State Patrol (WSP), the Spanaway man was crossing Pacific Ave S at 126th Street S when he was hit by a vehicle heading south. The vehicle spun out […]2 years ago
Seafair 2025: More dates, events and new air show
SEATTLE — A beloved Seattle summer tradition is returning for its 76th year, with “bigger, better and bolder” experiences. Seafair has become a multi-week festival celebrating all-things boating and airshows. Organizers say this year’s festival will have more events, more days, and more ways to celebrate. Also new this year is an airshow performance from […]2 years ago
Fight prompts Tacoma Mall to go on lockdown
TACOMA, Wash. — Tacoma Mall was on lockdown for a time Sunday after a fight prompted evacuations and fear of a shooting. Tacoma Police told the public that around 5:15 p.m., they received a call of a possible shooting at the Tacoma Mall. Police were told that people were running away from the area. Follow […]2 years ago
Suspect in custody after pistol-whipping two adults in Des Moines
A suspect is in custody after allegedly attacking two adults in their Des Moines home early Friday morning.2 years ago
14-year-old driver killed in early morning crash on I-405
A 14-year-old driver died and passengers were injured in a collision on I-405 in Bothell early Saturday morning.2 years ago
Washington residents, Ukrainian refugees react to Trump-Zelenskyy meeting
Ukrainian refugees in Washington share their thoughts on the Trump-Zelenskyy meeting and its impact on their uncertain future.2 years ago
Juvenile with gun arrested at Kentwood High School
Deputies with the King County Sheriff’s Office responded to an incident at Kentwood High School Friday afternoon.2 years ago
KIRO 7 Investigates: Amazon’s nuclear gamble
In the shadow of the Columbia Generation Station, a new kind of nuclear reactor will be built, thanks to a $500 million investment from Amazon for the company X-Energy.2 years ago
Person dead after police pursuit and crash in Gig Harbor
One person is dead after a police pursuit in Gig Harbor stemming from a stolen property case on Tuesday.2 years ago
Environmental group sues over denied endangered species listing for Whidbey Island moth
The Center for Biological Diversity filed a lawsuit Wednesday against the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, claiming the agency unlawfully denied Endangered Species Act protections for the sand-verbena moth, a rare species facing severe habitat threats.2 years ago
Right place, right time: Kent police arrest teen for armed carjacking in Renton
A sergeant with the Kent Police Department was in the right place at the right time to catch a teen accused of carjacking someone with a gun.2 years ago
‘Deeply concerning’: Tacoma police investigate 5 homicides in 11 days
Tacoma police investigate five alarming homicides in February, raising serious safety concerns in the community.2 years ago
56 puppies overwhelm Whatcom Humane in Bellingham
Animal shelters prepare for puppy season as Whatcom Humane welcomes 56 new arrivals, highlighting the need for community support.2 years ago
Kent Good Samaritans save child, dogs from apparent neglect situation
Kent Police are reiterating the old adage "if you see something, say something" as it may have saved a 6-year-old child’s life, along with two dogs, over the weekend.2 years ago
Time to go underground? PSE considers power outage risk when moving lines underground
Tens of thousands of people in East King County woke up without power Tuesday morning after a strong windstorm brought gusts upwards of 55 miles per hour to the area.2 years ago
