MyNorthwest Staff
Costco brings back beloved food court item for first time since 2024
Churros will return to every U.S. location for a limited time. Costco’s chief financial officer, Gary Millerchip, confirmed the news during an earnings call.15 days ago
Brandon Thompson, KIRO 7 News
Majority of WA Supreme Court seats are up for election: How to inform your vote
Washington voters may shift the balance of the Washington Supreme Court as five seats are open or up for reelection in November.15 days ago
Jason Sutich
2 PNW cities crack top 5 of America’s best food cities
A new study ranked the cities with the best "foodie" culture, and two Pacific Northwest cities placed in the top five out of more than 180 U.S. cities.15 days ago
Julia Dallas
From saline pools to GLP-1s to halotherapy: Inside Seattle’s $8M Sanctuary
Glen Swain's $8 million Sanctuary will be a private performance, recovery, and social club.16 days ago
Jason Sutich
4.2 magnitude earthquake hits near Port Orchard, felt from Issaquah to Olympia
A 4.2 magnitude earthquake hit near Wauna, Washington, Tuesday afternoon, with residents spanning from Issaquah to Olympia reporting that they felt the tremor.16 days ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Couple sentenced in stabbing, carjacking of DoorDash driver who offered their family a ride near Sequim
A couple accused of stabbing and carjacking DoorDash driver Melvin Swagerty after he stopped to help their family near Sequim last year are headed to prison.16 days ago
MyNorthwest Staff
VIDEO: Oregon wedding gets unexpected antlered guest
A wedding at Cannon Beach in Oregon was crashed by an unexpected guest.16 days ago
Jason Sutich
Barricaded man fires several rounds at SWAT team, later found dead inside home near Bremerton
An armed man barricaded himself inside a home in unincorporated Bremerton on Monday and died from what appeared to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound.16 days ago
KIRO 7 News Staff and Dru Miller, KIRO 7 Photographer
Experts warn of bee colony decline, economic impacts
Experts said the number of bee colony deaths in the U.S. is about 20% lower than last year; however, each year poses new challenges for beekeepers.16 days ago
Jason Sutich
Drivers can now be ticketed by Bellevue’s 4 new speed cameras
The grace period for the four new speed safety cameras in Bellevue ended, meaning drivers can now be ticketed for any infractions in the newly monitored zones.16 days ago
Luke Duecy
Senate passes college sports bill backed by Washington Sen. Maria Cantwell
The U.S. Senate passed a sweeping bipartisan bill Monday that would impose new rules on college sports, including name, image, and likeness payments, athlete transfers, and eligibility.16 days ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Alaska Airlines launching Premium Reserve cabin, new lounges as part of Alaska Accelerate
Alaska Airlines is rolling out upgrades for travelers who want more comfort in the air as part of its Alaska Accelerate initiative.16 days ago
MyNorthwest Staff
US 101 ramp to northbound I-5 reopened after vehicle towing a boat crashes Near Olympia
The US 101 ramp to northbound I-5 was blocked for several hours due to a collision involving a vehicle towing a boat.16 days ago
Frank Sumrall
Seattle Councilmember Kettle warns Katie Wilson’s budget caps police staffing at 15-year low
Seattle City Councilmember Bob Kettle warned that Mayor Katie Wilson’s proposed budget could put Seattle’s recent public safety progress at risk.16 days ago
Nia Bliss, KIRO 7 News
‘People could be really cruel’: Woman who survives bite attack speaks out about online harassment
A woman who survived having a chunk of her forehead bitten off by a stranger said she is now being attacked by strangers online.16 days ago
Chris Sullivan
15 months of construction about to start on US 2 between Monroe and Gold Bar
WSDOT has a laundry list of improvements for the corridor, including new sidewalks, adding new pedestrian crossings, adding new signs, rumble strips, and a new roundabout in Sultan.16 days ago
Ranji Sinha, KIRO 7 News
King County Prosecutors renew push for legislation to deal with copper wire theft
Loyal Heights Playfield in Seattle has been left without lighting after thieves apparently opened electrical junction boxes and cut copper wires inside.16 days ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
UW homicide suspect will receive a second round of psychiatric treatment
Christopher Leahy, the man accused of stabbing UW student Juniper Blessing to death in May, will receive a second round of psychiatric treatment.16 days ago
Aaron Granillo
Ferguson seeks major disaster declaration after Spokane wildfires
Washington Governor Bob Ferguson has requested a federal major disaster declaration that could unlock an estimated $128.9 million for wildfire survivors and community recovery efforts in eastern Washington.16 days ago
Frank Sumrall
Seattle minimum wage rising to more than $22 an hour in 2027
Seattle workers can expect a pay increase in the new year, as the city’s minimum wage will rise to $22.14 an hour on Jan. 1.17 days ago
Frank Lenzi
Seattle property owners file claim over homeless encampment, say city blocked cleanup
A group of Seattle property owners has filed a claim against the city over what they describe as a growing homeless encampment marked by fires and violence. The owners say the city blocked them from clearing the property themselves.17 days ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Three Seattle Starbucks locations closing, including one 8-month old Ballard location
One of the 250 North American stores Starbucks announced it would close was in Ballard, making it three total in Seattle.17 days ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Chelan Hills Fire court update: 2 plead not guilty, trial set for Nov. 17
Four of the five suspects arrested in connection with the July 4 Chelan Hills Fire appeared in Douglas County court Monday.17 days ago
