MyNorthwest Staff
Starbucks lays off 61 more corporate workers in Seattle
Starbucks has laid off 61 more corporate workers at its Seattle headquarters.6 months ago
Julia Dallas
Do you live here? Washington county named among top 10 fastest-growing in U.S.
The U.S. Census Bureau came out with a new report on population growth across the U.S., and Washington made the list three times.6 months ago
Frank Sumrall
‘Such a respectful person’: Community mourns employee’s ‘devastating’ death at local taproom, no arrests made
The Seattle Police Department is still searching for the suspect who shot and killed an employee at The Growler Guys taproom in Lake City over the weekend.6 months ago
Charlie Harger
Massage parlor trafficking busts spread across Puget Sound as Seattle prepares for FIFA World Cup
Despite the protests and denials from massage parlor owners, law enforcement across the Puget Sound region isn't buying it anymore.6 months ago
Manda Factor
Seattle small business owners devastated by break-ins as commercial burglary cases flood King County courts
Several defendants faced arraignment in King County court Monday on commercial burglary charges, cases that prosecutors said illustrate an ongoing problem devastating small business owners.6 months ago
Frank Sumrall
Bear spotted in Renton’s Highlands Park neighborhood near elementary school
A bear has been spotted in Renton, prompting the Renton Police Department to issue reminders on how to be safe around wildlife.6 months ago
Frank Sumrall
Laurelhurst helicopter policy under fire: Protesters rally as Seattle Children’s Hospital pushes to end flight restrictions
Approximately 50 people rallied near Seattle Children's Hospital over the weekend, demanding that all medical helicopters be allowed to land there.6 months ago
Frank Sumrall
Northbound I-5 reopens in Fife after car fire breaks out
A car fire shut down most northbound lanes on I-5 in Fife for an hour early Monday morning, the Washington Department of Transportation confirmed.6 months ago
Chris Sullivan
Weekend construction closures push into Monday morning, causing big delays
WSDOT had several construction projects run over their anticipated timelines, pushing weekend closures into the Monday morning commute.6 months ago
Luke Duecy
19-year-old transgender woman found dead in laundry room at UW-area apartment complex; suspect on the loose
UW Police and SPD are searching for a suspect after a 19-year-old woman was found dead inside an off-campus apartment complex near the UW campus late Sunday night.6 months ago
Tom Brock
Suspect arrested after running from fiery crash in Snohomish County
A DUI suspect is in police custody after leaving the scene of a fiery crash in north Lynnwood.6 months ago
Tom Brock
Employee at popular Lake City taproom shot and killed
A homicide investigation is underway in Seattle's Lake City neighborhood, after an employee at a popular taproom on Lake City Way was found shot dead.6 months ago
Tom Brock
Southbound I-5 in Tacoma reopened after wrong-way crash shuts down freeway
A major crash in the southbound lanes of I-5 in Tacoma has the freeway completely shut down, as troopers investigate the collision.6 months ago
Julia Dallas
Free shuttle service throughout Seattle launching ahead of World Cup
With downtown Seattle expected to be packed during the World Cup, King County Metro is launching a free shuttle service.6 months ago
Tom Brock
Car prowl suspects in Redmond caught on surveillance cameras
Redmond police are asking for help identifying a gang of car prowl suspects, some of whom were clearly caught on camera.6 months ago
Tom Brock
Drive-by shooting in south Seattle leaves 19 year old in critical condition
A drive-by shooting in south Seattle Friday night left a 19-year-old man in critical condition with a gunshot wound to the head.6 months ago
Jason Sutich
TJ Maxx opening new location next week in southern King County with new 25,000-square-foot store
TJ Maxx has announced it will open its newest location in Kent on May 14 inside a more than 25,000-square-foot store.6 months ago
Nate Connors
Multiple major closures planned across Seattle this Mother’s Day weekend
Mother's Day weekend is going to be a busy one for the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT).6 months ago
James Lynch
Off-duty security guard found guilty of killing teen outside Renton store
An off-duty security guard who shot and killed a teenager outside a store in Renton has been found guilty of murder and assault.6 months ago
Julia Dallas
‘The whale who started it all’: Famous humpback ‘Big Mama’ returns to Salish Sea
A great-grandmother whale with at least 20 known descendants has returned to the Salish Sea.6 months ago
Bright lights and hot orbs: UFO files shed light on sightings but leave interpretation to the public
Explore UFO sightings, including Aldrin's bright light and mysterious orbs, leaving interpretation to the public.6 months ago
Luke Duecy
A political pivot? Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson embraces corporate partnerships while standing by new taxes
Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson appears to be attempting to reset the conversation around her relationship with Seattle's biggest corporate employers.6 months ago
Julia Dallas
‘An iconic part of Seattle nightlife’: Capitol Hill bar that outlasted the ‘cursed corner’ is closing after 13 years
A Capitol Hill bar known for its giant moose head and dollar bill decor is closing for good.6 months ago
