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James Lynch and Julia Dallas
Auburn officer found guilty of murdering Jesse Sarey years after his death
Auburn Police Department Officer Jeff Nelson was found guilty on two counts: second-degree murder and assault.2 years ago
James Lynch
Auburn officer’s murder trial shook up after jurors allegedly break rule
There has been a shakeup in the murder trial of Auburn Police Department Officer Jeff Nelson after two jurors allegedly broke a rule.2 years ago
The KIRO 7 staff with wire reports
Sea-Tac Airport, others see summer surge in number of travelers
Sea-Tac Airport is seeing a summer surge in travel with passengers pouring in and through in June. TSA has seen the same nationwide.2 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba and James Lynch
Police search for suspects in fatal West Seattle shooting
In the early hours of Saturday morning, Seattle Police detectives launched an investigation into a fatal shooting in West Seattle.2 years ago
Micki Gamez
Traffic alert: Revive I-5, light rail closures this weekend
Plan on hefty Seattle traffic this weekend whether you plan to drive or take the light rail. Revive I-5 and light rail work is going on.2 years ago
James Lynch
Auburn Officer Jeff Nelson’s fate now in hands of jury
It has been five years since Auburn Police Officer Jeff Nelson shot and killed 26-year-old Jesse Sarey who was going through a crisis.2 years ago
Julia Dallas
1 killed, several others injured in major SeaTac car crash
Five people and two cars were involved in a violent car crash in SeaTac on Friday, the King County Sheriff's Office told KIRO Newsradio.2 years ago
James Lynch
Boeing working with DOJ to avoid criminal charges
After allegedly violating the terms of a 2021 deferred prosecution agreement, Boeing is reportedly working to avoid a criminal trial.2 years ago
James Lynch
Tacoma hosts largest Juneteenth celebration in the state
For the second straight year, what's billed as the largest Juneteenth celebration in Washington was held at Tacoma's Stewart Heights Park.2 years ago
Feliks Banel
Celebrating Juneteenth 2024 and reflecting on local Black history
KIRO Newsradio caught up with Stephanie Johnson-Toliver, president of the Black Heritage Society of Washington, to talk about Juneteenth.2 years ago
Angela Poe Russell
Angela Poe Russell: We need to end the Pride flag debate, take real action
With June being Pride month, there has been debate over the flag and proclamations and what should the government's role be in this.2 years ago
Matt Markovich
Timing of former SPD chief coming out raises questions amidst legal, administrative turmoil
The former SPD chief's coming out has some unnamed sources within SPD and members questioning the timing of his announcement.2 years ago
Ursula Reutin
Ursula: Being gay has no bearing on allegations against former SPD Chief Diaz
In his first interview since he stepped down as the city's top cop, former SPD Chief Adrian Diaz publicly came out as gay.2 years ago
James Lynch
Auburn officer decides not to take stand in his murder trial
Auburn Police Officer Jeff Nelson and his attorney rested their case today without calling Nelson to the stand to testify in his own defense.2 years ago
Matt Markovich
King County Sheriff’s Office sees decline in complaints
The agency chartered to handle complaints made against the King County Sheriff's Office has seen a two-year decline in case filings.2 years ago
Matt Markovich
King County to replace correctional facility with modern jail, behavioral health center
A report outlines plans to replace the aging King County Correctional Facility with a modern jail to serve the needs of inmates.2 years ago
Micki Gamez
‘This is an ongoing effort:’ King County officers report 36 DUIs in one weekend
Last weekend King County officers conducted a mobile impaired driving unit to get drivers under the influence off the roads.2 years ago
Sam Campbell and Steve Coogan
Measles case reported at West Seattle clinic; know the symptoms
A child, now confirmed to have measles, went to the Franciscan Health Urgent Care clinic in West Seattle, officials said in a release Friday.2 years ago
Steve Coogan
1 killed in multi-vehicle crash on I-5 south in Fife; morning traffic affected
The Washington State Patrol is on the scene of a deadly multi-vehicle crash that occurred on I-5 south in Pierce County early Friday.2 years ago
Micki Gamez
Upcoming construction: SDOT to prepare bridges for next big earthquake
There are 16 Seattle roadway and pedestrian bridges that need upgrading in the event the next big earthquake hits.2 years ago
Julia Dallas
90 Lynnwood residents — mostly seniors — on verge of homelessness
Seattle Morning News' Dave Ross speaks with the Lynnwood City Council president on protecting residents who live in manufactured home communities and are seeing massive rent increases on the land their homes sit on.2 years ago
Frank Sumrall
Interim SPD Chief Rahr on police-city relations: ‘Can we please hit the reset button?’
Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell appointed Sue Rahr as the city's interim police chief after removing Adrian Diaz from the role due to accumulating allegations.2 years ago
KIRO Newsradio staff
Why has no one been arrested in the Garfield High School shooting?
It's been several days and still no arrests have been made in the deadly Garfield High School shooting. Many are asking "Why?"2 years ago
