With cold-case murder conviction overturned by state court, former AG explains what went wrong
A cold-case murder conviction has been overturned on the basis of juror bias. Former state Attorney General Rob McKenna breaks down the decision.5 years ago
Marysville school gets permission from Tulalip Tribes to keep ‘Tomahawk’ mascot
Marysville Pilchuck High School will be allowed to keep its Tomahawk mascot, following a vote from the Tulalip Tribes Board of Directors.5 years ago
King County omicron patient did not report recent travel, suggesting local spread
King County public health shared more information about the local omicron case. The patient did not travel recently and is experiencing mild illness.5 years ago
Blue Angels to return for Seafair Festival in 2022
A Seattle summer tradition will return next year as the Blue Angels announced Tuesday that they will be back at Seafair in 2022, and again in 2023.5 years ago
King County Council approves plan for ‘Health though Housing’ dollars to 2028
The King County Council passed an implementation plan for the Health through Housing program that will govern expenditures from 2022 to 2028.5 years ago
Seattle business owners and homeless population grapple over concrete barriers
Local business owners in Seattle attempt to illegally dissuade homeless campers from their property with concrete barriers.5 years ago
WA Rep. Kilmer: Roe v. Wade recognized ‘women’s reproductive rights are basic rights’
The U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments in a case that could have sweeping consequences for abortion rights. Rep. Derek Kilmer shares his perspective.5 years ago
Seattle police arrest 13-year-old after threat against school
Seattle Police Department has detained a 13 year-old in response to a gun violence threat against Whitman Middle School.5 years ago
Seattle clears Ballard Commons homeless camp, relocates 66 into shelter options
Seattle has officially closed the Ballard Commons. In the process, “at least 66 people” were relocated into low income housing or shelter options.5 years ago
Economist: Lack of affordable homes in Puget Sound region is ‘lunacy’
Buying a home in the Puget Sound region has always been pricey, but recently, affordable options have all but disappeared from the market.5 years ago
Amber Alert canceled for missing teen in Central Washington
Police in Idaho have issued an Amber Alert for a missing 15-year-old girl who may be in the rural area of Columbia County. On Tuesday, police said the victim and a suspect are believed to be traveling in a stolen Chevy Trailblazer.5 years ago
Amazon unveils workforce development partnership for Washington high school students
A new partnership with Amazon means more than 2,000 high school students in Washington can earn certain computer-tech certifications.5 years ago
Mercer Island MD explains long-term health risks of viral infection, links to nervous system disorder
A Mercer Island MD explores link between influenza infection and the long-term development of Parkinson's disease.5 years ago
Delta variant remains Washington’s ‘biggest concern’ despite arrival of omicron
With the omicron variant having been detected in Washington, state health leaders remain focused on a more dominant strain of the virus.5 years ago
Federal Way looks to ramp up police hiring in wake of rise in gun violence
After a recent spike in violence in South King County, Federal Way Mayor Jim Farrell says something has to be done. He explains his city's plan.5 years ago
‘Mixed bag’ for snow across Western Washington on Monday
Light snow has been falling in parts of Western Washington on Monday morning, although sightings have varied.5 years ago
Washington needs to ‘defeat climate change at its source,’ says Gov. Inslee
Gov. Inslee hopes recent flooding events in northern Washington will help inspire the state Legislature to "take more action" against climate change.5 years ago
Gov. Inslee announces supplemental vaccine supply, mobile clinics to meet demand surge
Gov. Inslee has announced 30,000 additional vaccines as well as new mobile vaccine clinics at Federal Way Performing Arts and Event Center.5 years ago
14-year-old arrested over social media post threatening three Mukilteo schools
Snohomish County Sheriff's detectives say they've arrested a 14-year-old over a social media post that threatened three schools in Mukilteo.5 years ago
After changes to Oktoberfest, Leavenworth shifts Christmas festivities to reduce crowds
Leavenworth made changes to its annual Oktoberfest in 2021, and will be making similar tweaks to its annual Christmas festivities.5 years ago
‘Fingerprints of warming planet’ amid Seattle area’s year of record-breaking weather
When meteorologist Ted Buehner last joined KIRO Radio, the temperature was reaching triple digits. Five months later, there has been record rainfall.5 years ago
Omicron COVID variant confirmed in California
The Centers for Disease Control confirms the first case of COVID-19 caused by the Omicron variant in California.5 years ago
Should Seattle take a traffic lane for an outer loop at Green Lake?
Green Lake in Seattle could have an outer loop in the near future with even more space for people to walk, run, and bike around the lake.5 years ago
