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James Lynch
Seattle Police Department breaks up costly ring of retail theft
Police in Seattle believe two men are responsible for a ring of retail theft that led to more than $50,000 in merchandise being stolen.2 years ago
Tom Brock
Off-duty firefighter and a former Navy pilot rescue woman from submerged SUV
An off-duty firefighter rescued an elderly woman who accidentally drove into Lake Stevens Thursday evening.2 years ago
Paul Holden
Weekend event digest: Lunar New Year, MLK Jr. celebrations and more
A long holiday weekend is upon us. Will you be attending an event of some kind? There are a lot to choose from.2 years ago
James Lynch
New Pierce County sheriff puts emphasis on drug trafficking
There is a new Pierce County sheriff in town. Keith Swank, 56, was formally sworn in Wednesday, reports KIRO Newsradio.2 years ago
Matt Markovich
State Senate bill with new gun-free zones in parks, where kids are present moves ahead
Washington lawmakers revised a gun-free-zones bill that would have prohibited firearms and weapons in most locations where kids are present.2 years ago
Luke Duecy
Ex-tutor charged with sexually assaulting a 13-year-old student pleads not guilty
The ex-tutor charged with assaulting a student inside a Seattle restaurant bathroom and recording it pleaded not guilty to two charges.2 years ago
Ted Buehner
Brace yourself: Western Washington’s coldest weather of the season coming up
The coldest weather of the season is on tap starting this holiday weekend and extending into next week in Western Washington.2 years ago
Matt Markovich
New bill proposes state taxpayers fund health insurance for student athletes
Star collegiate athletes like starting quarterbacks and lesser known players, like third stringers on a school's softball team, could see state taxpayers pay for their health insurance.2 years ago
James Lynch
Police find enough narcotics to kill 1.7M as notorious Seattle drug traffickers indicted
Five men the FBI, Drug Enforcement Agency and Seattle Police Department call the most notorious, most violent drug traffickers in Seattle's Chinatown-International District have been federally charged and remain behind bars.2 years ago
Matt Markovich
From outlawed to mainstream: Washington cannabis workers push for union rights
Once upon a time, cultivating cannabis could land you behind bars. Fast forward to today and it's a bona fide career path in Washington.2 years ago
Matt Markovich
‘The times call for action:’ Ferguson pledges reforms amid challenges from Trump, budget deficit
Bob Ferguson, the newly sworn-in governor of Washington, delivered an ambitious inaugural address on Wednesday emphasizing immediate action to address the state's challenges.2 years ago
Matt Markovich
Text, ‘No thanks!’ New state bill aims to tackle intrusive mobile messages, calls
Washington lawmakers held a hearing on Wednesday in an attempt to shield residents from the relentless barrage of unwanted spam phone calls and text messages.2 years ago
Charlie Harger
‘SMN:’ City Council member Rivera has concerns over Harrell’s One Seattle plan
Speaking to KIRO Newsradio, Seattle City Council member Maritza Rivera expressed concerns about Mayor Bruce Harrell's One Seattle plan.2 years ago
James Lynch
Bellevue residents urged to be vigilant about their safety after attacks
In one of the attacks, the Bellevue Police Department say a 72-year-old woman was attacked, robbed and thrown to the ground.2 years ago
James Lynch
FIFA fan zones will bring soccer to every corner of Washington
Preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Seattle got a big boost Tuesday morning with the announcement of nine cities that will host FIFA fan zones.2 years ago
Nate Connors
Skagit County sees a major speed limit reduction on I-5
Beginning Wednesday, drivers will see a significant speed limit reduction on Interstate 5 (I-5) in Burlington.2 years ago
Luke Duecy
Seattle police could possibly use blast balls again to control riots, protests
Seattle City Council's Public Safety Committee took up a new controversial series of amendments to allow the Seattle Police Department to once again use blast balls.2 years ago
Matt Markovich
Sober roads ahead: Washington lawmakers renew push to lower BAC limit to 0.05
In a renewed effort to combat impaired driving, lawmakers are trying once again to lower the blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for drivers from 0.08 to 0.05.2 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff with Wire Reports
‘A sign of the times’: Hanging out at Starbucks will cost you as company reverses open-door policy
Starbucks on Monday said it was reversing a policy that invited everyone into its stores.2 years ago
Frank Sumrall
‘Might become a delicacy:’ Beth’s Cafe, other eateries worried about growing egg shortage
The U.S. is facing a nationwide egg shortage due to an increase in avian flu cases, causing eggs to go for exorbitant prices.2 years ago
Matt Markovich
Washington’s wild animal bill: A big step toward ending traveling animal acts
Big changes could be coming to Washington's circuses and traveling shows. Senate Bill 5065, which got its first hearing on Tuesday, takes aim at the use of wild animals in traveling entertainment.2 years ago
Sam Campbell
‘The greatest window seat’: Blue Angels prep for Seafair with early landing in Seattle
One of the U.S. Navy's famous Blue Angels landed Monday afternoon in Seattle, more than half a year ahead of the famous squadron's annual air show at Seafair.2 years ago
Matt Markovich
‘Perception’ and ‘bias’ can be factors in proposed state hate crime bill
Several House Democrats are sponsoring an expansion of Washington's hate crimes laws to include a perpetrator's perception of the victim's characteristics, regardless of the victim's actual attributes.2 years ago
