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KIRO 7 News Staff

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Washington State Patrol experiencing historic staffing shortage

The Washington State Patrol is down over 200 positions and with recruiting classes getting smaller and more troopers reaching retirement age, the agency fears it could be short-staffed for years to come.
3 years ago

Redmond City Council could get nearly six-figure pay raise

Redmond’s City Council could be in for a huge payday if a salary commission gets its way. Some people are already crying foul.
3 years ago

‘We need to find solutions’: Local renters struggle with rising prices

United States Census Bureau data shows Seattle has once again secured the title of America’s fastest growing city.
3 years ago

Family of man with BB gun who was fatally shot by Tacoma officer gets $3.1M settlement

A $3.1 million settlement has been reached with the city of Tacoma in the police shooting death of Bennie Branch.
3 years ago

‘What do we want? Zero emission!’: Students protest the speed of Amazon’s Climate Pledge

A group of middle and high school students and other protesters were outside Amazon’s headquarters on Tuesday
3 years ago

‘The backs of his shoes were gone’: King County deputy saves man from burning car

A man was pulled from a burning car by a King County deputy who happened to be in the right place at the right time.
3 years ago

Argument outside Lynnwood hotel leads to double shooting with 1 dead

An investigation is underway into a fatal shooting stemming from an argument outside a Lynnwood hotel that may have involved an attempted car theft.
3 years ago

Remembering the Skagit River Bridge collapse, 10 years later

On May 23, 2013, the Skagit River Bridge collapsed when a truck carrying an oversize load struck the overhead support beams, causing it to crumble
3 years ago

‘I don’t feel safe’: Victims speak out as PLU groping suspect makes first appearance in court

The man accused of breaking into multiple dorm rooms at Pacific Lutheran University over Mother’s Day Weekend has pleaded not guilty to all charges.
3 years ago

State tribal leaders address escalating opioid crisis

State tribal leaders convened Monday in Olympia to address the escalating opioid crisis.
3 years ago

2 women killed outside Federal Way bar where they worked

The hunt is on for a disgruntled customer who allegedly ambushed two employees at a bar in Federal Way as they were leaving work.
3 years ago

Skydiver dies after parachute clips tree and collapses in Mason County

A 33-year-old man was taking a skydiving class out of Kapowsin in Mason County on Saturday when his parachute clipped the top of a tree and collapsed, leading him to his death.
3 years ago

AAA expects Memorial Day weekend to be among the busiest ever in the country

AAA is projecting Memorial Day weekend will be among the busiest ever in the country to kick off the summer.
3 years ago

Families impacted after massive apartment fire in Lynnwood

The apartment, on the 15700 block of 44th Avenue West, suffered damage to four units after an active fire in the attic and roof.
3 years ago

3 injured in shooting at party in Tukwila

Tukwila police are investigating after three men were injured in a shooting at a party early Saturday.
3 years ago

Seattle FIFA World Cup logo unveiled in anticipation for 2026

In 3 years’ time, the Emerald City will be packed with soccer fans from across the globe as the 2026 World Cup gets underway.
3 years ago

Toxic ‘forever chemicals’ discovered in drinking water all over Washington

Toxic “forever chemicals” discovered in drinking water all over Washington have forced several communities to find an alternative source.
3 years ago

Seattle named dog poop capital of the US

A recent study revealed the city of Seattle is the worst city in the United States for not cleaning up after their pooch.
3 years ago

Harry Osborne State Forest in Skagit County closed due to vandalism, garbage, safety concerns

The Harry Osborne State Forest in Skagit County is temporarily closing to vehicle access after “years of vandalism, garbage dumping, illegal camping...
3 years ago

Fans welcome home the Seattle Kraken as they return after playoff elimination

After an incredible campaign that made it to the Western Conference Semi-Finals and forced a Game 7, a dream season for the Kraken is over. 
3 years ago

Tacoma family reunited after fire that left teen on life support

A Tacoma family has been reunited after a fire left their teenage daughter on life support.
3 years ago

Cantwell calls on NASA for continued support of Washington’s aerospace industry

Senator Maria Cantwell said a new NASA budget and influx of cash, since it would have a positive impact on Washington’s economy.
3 years ago

May brush fires a ‘bad omen’ for summer wildfire season, officials say

Fire officials are sounding the alarm as brush fires have already started in the area, much earlier than usual.
3 years ago

People flock to beaches, mountain hiking trails during weekend heat wave

As temperatures inch up into the mid-80s, beaches and hiking trails across western Washington are growing crowded.
3 years ago