Feds drop immigration threat to Seattle, congratulate wrong mayor
Seattle received approval for federal grant funding that was previously withheld as the Trump administration attempted to force cities to comply with its immigration policies.8 years ago
A climatologist’s argument against I-1631’s carbon fee
A University of Washington climatologist says that if you care about climate change, you should vote against I-1631 that aims to establish a carbon fee in Washington state.8 years ago
Impaired drivers killed six people in a week, two in SR 18 crash
DUI arrests in 2018 are up 32 percent, and a fatal crash on SR 18 that killed two women, and was caused by an impaired driver, is indicative of that issue.8 years ago
Trials for ‘next-generation’ HIV vaccine begin at Fred Hutchinson
The first phase of clinical trials for a revolutionary HIV vaccine is starting at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research in Seattle.8 years ago
New push for backyard cottages pits city against neighborhood groups
The city has loosened regulations on backyard cottages, and argues in their new environmental report that they will not negatively impact neighborhoods. But neighborhood opposition is expected.8 years ago
King County doctors to take on gun control, climate change
The Washington State Medical Association is meeting soon in Spokane, and King County's delegation is coming with an especial focus on a handful of socially conscious issues.8 years ago
263 people arrested in major gang enforcement operation
Law enforcement says 263 people -- 149 with gang affiliations -- were arrested in a three-month long gang enforcement operation.8 years ago
I-5 cleared after previous 8-mile backup
I-5 has reopened after a closure in the southbound lanes near Northgate Friday morning.8 years ago
Fatal crash snarls morning traffic on SR 18 near Tiger Mountain
Nearly nine miles of State Route 18 were closed to traffic amid the Friday morning commute after a fatal collision near Tiger Mountain.8 years ago
Seattle named the ‘Best Bike City in America,’ but is it really?
Seattle was recently named the "Best Bike City in America" by Bicycling Magazine, despite a dip in bike commuters.8 years ago
Expert: Nothing new in UN climate report, but it’s still concerning
UW Climatologist Cliff Mass says he's not surprised by the recent alarming climate change report from the UN. That's because it's the same dire information people have been stressing for years.8 years ago
15 percent chance the PNW could be hit by a mega-quake, says earthquake experts
Pacific Northwest earthquake scientists took to Reddit to answer a variety of questions on what to expect if and when the 'Big One' hits Seattle.8 years ago
3 things Gee Scott is hearing from Seahawks about Week 6 vs Raiders
KIRO Nights’ own Seahawks insider, Gee Scott, breaks down the three things he is hearing from Seahawks players ahead of Sunday’s Week 6 matchup in London against the Oakland Raiders.8 years ago
Washington gas prices could rise 15 to 30 cents in wake of pipeline rupture
A natural gas pipeline rupture in British Columbia continues to have widespread effects, as gas prices are set to increase statewide due to refinery shutdowns.8 years ago
State Supreme Court ends death penalty in Washington
Washington's Supreme Court ruled Thursday that the death penalty is unconstitutional, ending the form of punishment in the state.8 years ago
Who is in the lead? Polls released for 8th Congressional District
A recent poll of Washington's 8th Congressional District shows that the region is fairly evenly split when it comes to political opinions.8 years ago
Shake Shack finally opening Thursday at 11 a.m. in South Lake Union
After a great deal of hubbub and a last-minute delay, Shake Shack is officially opening Thursday, at precisely 11 a.m. in South Lake Union.8 years ago
Breaching Snake River dams could be ‘a deadly distraction for orca’
Countering a suggestion that breaching the Snake River dams could help local orca, Todd Myers argues that ultimately it could have some wide-ranging consequences.8 years ago
Pam Roach hurls profanity at board chairman, who is her son
A Pierce County board meeting became overly heated when a member hurled a profanity at the panel’s vice chairman, who happens to be her son.8 years ago
Why Bill Gates came out in support of the I-1631 carbon fee
Microsoft founder Bill Gates has come out publicly in support of I-1631, the latest effort to establish a carbon fee in Washington state. It will be on the November ballot.8 years ago
Puget Sound Energy warns customers to limit gas and electricity
Following a ruptured pipeline in British Columbia, Puget Sound Energy is advising customers to conserve their use of water, gas, and electricity while the issue is resolved.8 years ago
Crash cleared at I-90 tunnel in Seattle
A collision inside the Mount Baker Tunnel in Seattle has caused a massive backup across the I-90 floating bridge, stretching for miles. Officials are urging drivers to use alternate routes.8 years ago
