Seattle City Council confirms Adrian Diaz as police chief
Diaz had to be confirmed by the city council before switching from holding the title of interim chief to being the permanent chief.4 years ago
Patty Murray sworn in as first-ever female President Pro Tempore
Washington’s Democratic Sen. Patty Murray is now the first woman to serve as Senate President Pro Tempore: The head of the Senate.4 years ago
In wake of devastating flooding, South Park residents worried about water quality
It’s been nearly one week since fast-rising flood waters submerged homes in Seattle’s South Park neighborhood.4 years ago
Lost luggage still clogs SEA airport; travelers turning to GPS trackers
Monday brought another very busy day to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, where travelers are now in the return rush home after the holiday weekend.4 years ago
21-year-old snowmobiler from Washington killed in large avalanche in southern Montana
A snowmobiler from Washington died on Saturday after he was buried in a large avalanche near Cooke City, Montana.4 years ago
Hundreds participate in Polar Bear Plunge at Alki Beach to kick off the new year
Hundreds of people got a brisk start to 2023 as they participated in the annual Alki Polar Bear Plunge on New Year’s Day.4 years ago
Man killed in early morning crash on I-5 in Tukwila
The Washington State Patrol is investigating after a man was killed in a crash on Interstate 5 in Tukwila early Sunday morning.4 years ago
Seattle police recover 7 stolen vehicles, arrest 4 in auto theft operation
A snowmobile was among seven stolen vehicles recovered by Seattle police in an auto theft operation in the Georgetown neighborhood Friday night.4 years ago
More than $1M worth of food wasted as fire destroys food distribution trailer in SeaTac
The center distributes free food for families and charities throughout Washington, feeding thousands of people on a daily basis.4 years ago
Minimum wage, ghost guns, and more: New Washington laws set to take effect in 2023
Several new laws are set to take effect in Washington at the beginning of the new year, involving rideshares, overtime, job postings, and more.4 years ago
‘Climate change before our eyes’: Sounding the alarm as Mt. Rainier glaciers quickly fade
Mount Rainier is the most glaciated peak in the lower 48 states, but climate change is impacting them and they’re receding at a concerning rate.4 years ago
King Tides bring devastating floods to Seattle’s South Park neighborhood
King Tides brought devastating floods to Seattle’s South Park neighborhood and more than a dozen families were forced to evacuate on Tuesday.4 years ago
Seattle police arrest man who allegedly placed pipe bomb in SoDo parking garage
A man was arrested Thursday morning after allegedly placing a pipe bomb in an underground parking garage in Seattle’s SoDo neighborhood, the Seattle Police Department announced.4 years ago
AG Ferguson pushes for change on state laws related to robocalls
Washington State Attorney General Bob Ferguson is saying that the state’s laws are badly out of date and in need of an update when it comes to dealing with illegal robocalls.4 years ago
Canceled flight to Seattle costs Alaska man chance for heart transplant
Thousands of people across the country had their holidays disrupted because of airline cancellations. But for one man, his canceled flight to Seattle meant putting a life-saving surgery on hold indefinitely.4 years ago
Cleanup efforts underway after king tides lead to flood damage in Edmonds
In Snohomish County we saw dozens of vehicles submerged in the floodwater, as well as people trying to brave those elements.4 years ago
Arizona family visiting for the holidays rescued from floodwater in Whatcom County
A family visiting Whatcom County from Arizona got caught in a tricky situation Tuesday when their SUV was caught in rapidly-rising floodwaters.4 years ago
Thousands across Puget Sound region remain without power early Wednesday following windstorm
Thousands of customers across the region are still without power today, following what was the largest windstorm of the season.4 years ago
Alaska Airlines working to reunite travelers with luggage
Following a significant series of cancellations, travelers tell KIRO 7 they’ve been waiting days for their bags and aren’t sure when they’ll get them back.4 years ago
Man charged for 2021 murder of woman found in tent in Tacoma encampment
Tacoma police announced Friday that a man has been charged for the murder of a 35-year-old woman who was found in a tent in a Tacoma encampment last year.4 years ago
Flood Watch warnings issued for most of Western Washington
Flooding is now a concern after last week’s ice storm. All of the ice has been melting away and rain has been steadily falling, causing issues4 years ago
Cancellations and delays continue to impact Sea-Tac, airports nationwide
The travel woes continue for thousands of passengers at Seattle–Tacoma International Airport this holiday weekend, as hundreds of flights have been canceled or delayed4 years ago
King tide inundates South Sound park; could be higher Tuesday
A king tide inundated a Pierce County park Monday morning and more low-lying areas could flood Tuesday.4 years ago
