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Sarah Clasen richland...
Luke Duecy

Trooper Sarah Clasen resigns amid Richland DUI vehicular homicide case

A veteran Washington State Patrol trooper has resigned more than a year after she was accused of killing a motorcyclist in a drunk-driving crash in Richland, Washington.
8 months ago
Seattle break in west precinct...
Jason Sutich

Suspect attempts break-in at Seattle Police precinct, believed officers controlled him with ‘energy weapons’

A 29-year-old suspect allegedly attempted to break into the Seattle Police Department's West Precinct on Wednesday night while armed with a taser.
8 months ago
Mountlake Terrace narcotics seized...
Jason Sutich

Mountlake Terrace man arrested with 4+ pounds of narcotics after months-long investigation

A 63-year-old Mountlake Terrace man was arrested last week on multiple charges, including possession of more than four pounds of narcotics.
8 months ago
Kitsap shelter seeks volunteers after nearly 60 pets seized (Photo: KIRO 7)...
MyNorthwest Staff

Dogs, cats, and pig among 57 animals seized in Poulsbo neglect case

Join Kitsap shelter’s effort to help 57 pets seized from dire conditions. Your support can make a difference for these animals.
8 months ago
westlake park felon kill...
Jason Sutich

Seattle Police investigating 2 related stabbings in Rainier Valley, suspect at large

The Seattle Police Department is currently investigating two connected stabbings in Rainier Valley on Wednesday morning.
8 months ago
Human remains found in Concrete confirmed to be missing woman (Photo: KIRO 7)...
MyNorthwest Staff

Remains found in Skagit County identified as missing Concrete woman

 Human remains found earlier this month in Concrete have been identified as a woman who had been missing since February.
8 months ago
wire theft montlake project...
MyNorthwest Staff

Wire thieves target Montlake Project

Wire thefts hit Montlake, raising concerns. Learn about the impacts and safety measures to protect your property.
8 months ago
Everett stolen fire engine DNA...
Jason Sutich

DNA evidence closes months-long investigation into stolen Everett Fire engine rampage

A suspect in the stolen Everett fire engine case was identified through DNA, concluding a months-long investigation.
8 months ago
catalytic converter theft mukilteo...
James Lynch

Mukilteo Police: Rising precious metal prices may be driving catalytic converter thefts up

Mukilteo police address recent uptick in catalytic converter thefts, recalling 2022's nationwide crisis.
8 months ago
FBI AI seattle scam...
BROOKE GRIFFIN, KIRO 7

FBI warns of rapidly developing AI financial scams

FBI officials at the Seattle Field Office say there is a concerning trend among financial scams: artificial intelligence components.
8 months ago
fox island elder fraud sentence doj...
Jason Sutich

‘Despicable’: Kent woman who faked disability sentenced for $1.1M VA fraud scheme

A Kent woman was sentenced Tuesday to 17 months in prison for a fraud scheme that stole more than $1 million in benefits from the Veterans Administration.
8 months ago
Port Orchard DUI unicycle...
MyNorthwest Staff

Man arrested for DUI on electric unicycle in Port Orchard

A 34-year-old man was arrested for allegedly driving an electric unicycle while under the influence of alcohol on Saturday in unincorporated Port Orchard.
8 months ago
Seattle school bomb threat...
MyNorthwest Staff

2 Seattle schools evacuated after bomb threats from out-of-state caller

Two Seattle schools received false bomb threats on Tuesday morning from a caller in New York.
8 months ago
oregon active shooter...
Jason Sutich

Man stabbed in head, neck at Chinatown-International District apartment

One man was seriously injured in a stabbing Wednesday morning in the Chinatown-International District, prompting a Seattle Police Department investigation.
8 months ago
Hit-and-run SeaTac...
Frank Lenzi

WSP needs your help to find hit-and-run driver responsible for deadly crash

The Washington State Patrol requests assistance in finding a hit-and-run driver linked to a fatal crash in SeaTac.
8 months ago
Chihuly Garden...
Julia Dallas

Chihuly Garden suffers $240,000 in damage after man allegedly destroys sculptures

A man allegedly damages sculptures at Chihuly Garden, costing $240,000 in repairs. Understand the impact on this beloved attraction.
8 months ago
oregon active shooter...
MyNorthwest Staff

Federal Way man arrested in shooting that wounded 6 after Super Bowl

A Federal Way man has been arrested in connection with a downtown San Jose shooting that wounded six people hours after Super Bowl LX.
8 months ago
Skykomish school board child rape teacher...
Jonah Oaklief

Skykomish P.E. teacher pleads not guilty to child rape

Daniel L. Bubar, a Skykomish P.E. teacher, denies charges of child rape and immoral communication with minors.
8 months ago
Rainier Beach shooting arrest...
Jason Sutich

‘A heartbreaking loss’: SPD chief calls arrest ‘step toward accountability’ in Rainier Beach double homicide

An arrest was made Tuesday morning in connection with the double homicide in Rainier Beach on Jan. 30 that killed two Rainier Beach High School students.
8 months ago
White Center...
MyNorthwest Staff

VIDEO: Woman arrested after reportedly driving through White Center police barricade, hitting patrol car

Bodycam shows a woman driving through a White Center barricade, nearly injuring officers in an alarming incident earlier this month.
8 months ago
Poulsbo robbery gun...
Jason Sutich

3 men identified after allegedly robbing Poulsbo grocery store, claiming to be armed

Law enforcement seeks three men claiming to be armed in a Poulsbo grocery store robbery involving a firearm.
8 months ago
Olympic Peninsula drug bust...
Manda Factor

5 arrested, 800 grams of narcotics seized in Olympic Peninsula drug bust

A two-day drug investigation on the Olympic Peninsula resulted in five arrests, the seizure of hundreds of grams narcotics, and nearly $19,000.
8 months ago
Yelm k-9 walmart shoplifting...
MyNorthwest Staff

K-9 Asher recovers handgun after Walmart shoplifting arrest in Yelm

A K-9 unit in Yelm aids police in finding a suspect's gun linked to a recent shoplifting incident at Walmart.
8 months ago
Richland grenade bomb squad...
Jason Sutich

Grenade found inside Richland home prompts bomb squad response

A grenade was found inside a Richland home on Saturday, prompting a bomb squad response.
8 months ago