Revive I-5 southbound lane closures continue this weekend
Work to replace worn-out expansion joints will continue this weekend as part of the Washington State Department of Transportation’s Revive I-5 project.4 years ago
State fair in Puyallup holding job fairs this week to hire 5,000 people
The Washington State Fair —formerly known as the Puyallup Fair — is holding two job fairs this week to prepare for the 20-day event in September.4 years ago
Bellevue cheer coach arrested on charges of child molestation
A Bellevue cheer coach was arrested on charges of child molestation by Bellevue police, according to the Bellevue Police Department.4 years ago
Lawmakers question CEOs of gun manufacturers in wake of mass shootings
A committee released new findings showing that five major gun manufacturers made more than $1 billion from assault rifle sales in the last decade.4 years ago
Pedestrian hit and killed by semi on I-5 near Mount Vernon
A pedestrian is dead after being struck by a semitruck on Interstate 5 near Mount Vernon.4 years ago
Seattle City Council delays vote to end hazard pay for grocery store workers
After Seattle City Council members heard multiple comments from people about hazard pay for grocery store workers, the council delayed their vote on Tuesday to end the pay.4 years ago
King County officials unveil region’s first wildfire risk reduction plan
The strategy is made up of 12 recommended actions to protect people and infrastructure in the county.4 years ago
Investigation underway after small plane crashes in water on Alki
An investigation is underway after a small plane crashed off Alki Beach Tuesday afternoon, the Coast Guard confirmed.4 years ago
Washington gas prices fall for 40 days straight
Some good news: Gas prices have been falling for about 40 days in a row. Overall, gas in Washington state is down 43 cents from the record high set on June 16, putting the current average for a gallon of regular unleaded gas at $5.12.4 years ago
Bill collectors are calling, but she already paid
For Judith Camann, paying her medical bill became another pain, when a series of billing mixups and miscommunication ended up in a lawsuit.4 years ago
Don’t forget your pets: Ways to keep them cool during hot weather
The hottest temperatures of the summer are on the way. That means pet owners are fetching tricks to help their furry friends stay cool.4 years ago
Point Ruston Owners Association bans ‘Mexican-style food’ at Tacoma Farmers Market
In a Facebook post on Saturday, the Tacoma Farmers Market said they had recently received a directive from the Point Ruston Owners Association (PROA) to discontinue selling “Mexican-style food.” The Tacoma Farmers Market said they have responded to PROA to “negotiate a solution,” but the recent decision had an immediate effect with two vendors: El […]4 years ago
King County hoping to close heat disparity gap in low-income areas
Western Washington is preparing for a heat wave but it’s going to hit some harder than others.4 years ago
North Sound man charged with hate crime after multiple robberies at Asian-owned spas
A Sultan man, who is an Asian American and Pacific Islander, is being charged with a hate crime and multiple robberies after prosecutors say he targeted several Asian-owned spas in the Puget Sound area from April to June.4 years ago
Bite of Seattle not scheduled for 2022
After cancellations in 2020 and 2021, a spokesperson for the Bite of Seattle festival told KIRO 7 there were no scheduled dates for 2022.4 years ago
Road rage shooting results in death of 68-year-old man
Seattle police said it began as a road rage incident that escalated to a confrontation, then a shooting.4 years ago
Hamilton returning to Seattle; lottery for $10 tickets starts Friday
“Hamilton” is making its return to Seattle’s Paramount Theatre on Aug. 3, and limited $10 tickets will be available for each show.4 years ago
Small turtles bought online linked to salmonella outbreak affecting children
Small turtles have sickened people in 11 states, including Washington.4 years ago
Fire at Gig Harbor construction site ruled arson
The Cove is part of Gig Harbor’s push to build more housing. The development is still being built, but two of the newly promised homes were destroyed.4 years ago
Seattle councilmembers announce abortion protection legislation
Two members of the Seattle City Council announced legislation that would protect the right to get an abortion in Seattle.4 years ago
3-alarm fire at Renton apartment complex that destroyed cars, damaged building reignites overnight
A 3-alarm fire at a Renton apartment complex that destroyed cars, an apartment building and displaced multiple people on Wednesday night reignited overnight.4 years ago
Missing Edmonds police K9 found safe
Ace, a K9 for the Edmonds Police Department who had gone missing Tuesday, was found safe Wednesday about half a mile from his home.4 years ago
Northern lights may be visible in Western Washington again this week
Thanks to two solar storms, the northern lights appeared over the Puget Sound early Tuesday, according to several photographs of the natural event.4 years ago
