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
Seattle agrees to settlement in Charleena Lyles wrongful death lawsuit
The City of Seattle will pay a $3.5 million settlement to the family of Charleena Lyles, a Black woman who was shot and killed by Seattle police in 2017.5 years ago
Secretary of State warns Washingtonians about giving to fake charities
While it's the season for charitable giving, it's also the season for scammers. The secretary of state's office has tips to help protect your donations.5 years ago
South King County mayors demand action from state to end rash of violence
Multiple mayors in South King County are banding together to combat a violent trend after seven people were shot in four days.5 years ago
Pierce County school mascot ‘warriors’ slated for replacement over new state law
Clover Park High School will change its school mascot to comply with a new state law prohibiting the use of Native American iconography in public schools.5 years ago
Still ‘a lot we don’t know’ about omicron variant, says Washington hospital official
A new variant has sparked concern across the globe, but the good news in Washington is that COVID hospitalizations have gone down in the past week.5 years ago
