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Spokane Complex Fires: Thousands evacuated and hundreds of buildings burned

Thousands are being evacuated, and over 600 structures have been destroyed by a series of wildfires in the Spokane area, collectively known as the Spokane Complex fires.

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‘Widespread destruction’: On the ground in Spokane

The Spokane Area Fires Complex has destroyed more than 600 structures, including homes, and forced thousands of residents to evacuate their properties.

2 months ago

WA superintendent responds to ‘sham’ investigation by US Department of Education

The U.S. Department of Education is requesting information from California and Washington on what it called “transgender policies” in schools.

2 months ago

Seattle Police Officers Guild praises interim chief appointment while criticizing mayor’s actions

Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson announced the appointment of Deputy Chief Andre Sayles to the Interim Chief role effective Friday.

2 months ago

Level 3 evacuation orders issued for areas of Entiat Valley of Chelan County for Little Giant Fire

Level 3 ‘Go Now’ evacuation orders have been issued for an area in Chelan County impacted by the Little Giant Fire.

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‘Extremely critical’ fire weather concerns this weekend in central, eastern Washington

Several large fires are burning in central and eastern Washington as we head into the weekend, with most of them ignited by lightning around the middle of July.

2 months ago

Who is Andre Sayles? What we know about Seattle’s new interim police chief

Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson announced on Thursday that she has accepted the resignation of Seattle Police Chief Shon Barnes.

2 months ago

Newly-obtained photos by KIRO 7 show extent of damage, debris in Kenmore floatplane crash

Photos from the San Juan County Sheriff’s Office show the extent of the damage from the Kenmore floatplane emergency crash landing.

2 months ago

KIRO 7 Exclusive: Video shows ICE arrest during Seattle Center mass shooting investigation

Footage obtained exclusively by KIRO 7 showed ICE arresting a man near Seattle Center Monday morning while the cleanup and investigation into Sunday night’s mass shooting was happening only feet away.

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Rabid bat found near playground at Renton’s Gene Coulon Park

Health officials are warning the public that a rabid bat was found near a popular park in Renton.

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Rabid bat found near playground at Renton’s Gene Coulon Park

Health officials are warning the public that a rabid bat was found near a popular park in Renton.

2 months ago

Clouds could be the bigger story than rain for Seafair weekend

When people think about weather affecting Seafair weekend, rain is usually the first thing that comes to mind.

2 months ago

California-based company that runs Bite of Seattle responds to mass shooting 30 hours later

The company that owns the Bite of Seattle, FoodieLand, released a statement late Monday night regarding a mass shooting that marred the festival.

2 months ago

Police: Suspect used Snapchat to contact teen before sexually assaulting her at her Sumner home

Sumner police have arrested a suspect accused of using a social media platform to contact a teenager before allegedly raping her in her home.

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‘Compassionately supporting each other’: Seattle Fudge shelters up to 60 people during mass shooting

Seattle Fudge, a small, family-run business, is back open after protecting dozens during a mass shooting at Seattle Center.

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Dept. of Education investigating WA school district, claiming Pride display had vial of testosterone

The U.S. Department of Education is investigating a Washington school over claims that a Pride display had vials of testosterone.

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Seattle Center shooting renews focus on emergency preparedness at public events

A memorial honoring the victims of the Seattle Center shooting serves as a painful reminder of how quickly a day of celebration can turn into tragedy.

2 months ago

Vendors frustrated with communication after Bite of Seattle shooting

Several vendors who were at the Bite of Seattle food festival said they were frustrated by what they described as “inconsistent” instructions.

2 months ago

Candlelight vigil held for Seattle Center mass shooting victims

The Seattle community gathered together to mourn on Monday night at a sunset vigil while law enforcement continues to look for answers and an outstanding suspect.

2 months ago

What we know about the Seattle Center shooting victims and how to support them and their families

Three people were killed, including one possible suspect, and at least four others were injured in a mass shooting at the Bite of Seattle food festival on Sunday night.