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KIRO 7 News Staff

Stanwood armed robbers hit two stores in less than an hour

Police in Stanwood released surveillance footage of two armed robbery suspects who hit two stores overnight.
9 years ago
Distracted driving, Washington, lawmaker...
MyNorthwest Staff

Grace period for distracted driving law ends in Washington

If you're caught driving while using your phone, you'll no longer just get a warning.
9 years ago
soda tax...
KIRO 7 News Staff

Why some sugary drinks are exempt from Seattle’s new sugar tax

It’s something coffee lovers may be pleased to hear. If you buy any drink from a Seattle coffee shop where milk is the first ingredient it will not be subject to the new sugar tax.
9 years ago
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KIRO 7 News Staff

Small businesses prepare for mandatory paid sick leave starting Monday

Starting Monday all businesses in Washington State will have to offer their employees paid sick leave that includes part-time and seasonal workers.
9 years ago
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MyNorthwest Staff

Eyman’s latest $30 car tab effort fails to get signatures

Tim Eyman's latest $30 car tab initiative effort failed to get enough signatures to get on the ballot. But he's not slowing down his political efforts.
9 years ago
safe injection, king county...
MyNorthwest Staff

Injection site opposition continues push against King County

The Initiative 27 campaign is still pushing back against King County as its complaint is handed over to Washington's Public Disclosure Commission.
9 years ago
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KIRO 7 News Staff

Dangerous conditions for holiday travel over mountain passes

The mountain passes will be hit hard Friday with a mix of snow, freezing rain and sleet on what the Washington State Department of Transportation says is one of the busiest days for travel.
9 years ago
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KIRO 7 News Staff

40-year-old dies after being handcuffed by Snohomish County deputies

The Snohomish County Multiple Agency Response Team is investigating after a man died after he was taken into custody in Everett.
9 years ago
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KIRO 7 News Staff

New vaccine from UW could end annual flu shots

Flu cases are on the rise in Washington, with 10 lab-confirmed deaths as of Dec. 16. CDC maps show our state is still limited to regional flu activity but all bordering states show "widespread" activity.
9 years ago
Sea-Tac, Ivar's, food trucks, washington...
MyNorthwest Staff

Washington travelers can use ID at airports until October 2018

The deadline for Washington to come into compliance with federal rules has been delayed. State travelers can use their IDs at airports for a little longer.
9 years ago
puget sound, seattle, King County, sea level...
MyNorthwest Staff

Mass: Sea level rise is not from climate change, so far

Meteorologist Cliff Mass has disagreed with many warning of climate change. His latest blog post on sea level rise will only further that contention.
9 years ago
A vehicle crashed into a building at Fifth Avenue and Pine Street Thursday. (Seattle Fire)...
MyNorthwest Staff

One still in serious condition after van drives onto Seattle sidewalk

A vehicle drove into a building near Westlake Center just before noon on Thursday. Six people were taken to hospitals, including the driver.
9 years ago
bikeshare...
MyNorthwest Staff

Seattle bikeshare company studying ‘virtual parking’

The top of the Fremont Troll or bottom of Lake Union are apparently not acceptable places to leave your bikeshare ride in Seattle.
9 years ago
use of force initiative...
KIRO 7 News Staff

Supporters turning in signatures to get use of force initiative on ballot

Supporters of an initiative to change the state's use of force law are turning in signatures to get it on next year’s ballot.
9 years ago
DuPont Amtrak crash, train derailment...
MyNorthwest Staff

WSDOT explains speed limits around fatal train derailment

In the wake of a fatal train derailment, WSDOT is explaining speed conditions on the Point Defiance Bypass where the tragedy occurred.
9 years ago
Net neutrality, internet...
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk

Trio of net neutrality challenges coming from Washington state

Two weeks after the FCC voted to repeal regulations on net neutrality, a trio of challenges are coming from Washington state.
9 years ago
A mobile crane rolled over on NB I-5 at Southcenter Wednesday morning, according to the Washington ...
MyNorthwest Staff

Photos: The crane that blocked NB I-5 in Southcenter

The commute on northbound I-5 through Southcenter was slow going after a mobile crane rolled over Wednesday morning.
9 years ago
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Feliks Banel

Miniature house is home for the holidays at MOHAI

After a long absence, the miniature Hammons House is back this holiday season at the Museum of History & Industry.
9 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff

Seattle’s crises are a reflection of American poverty

Seattle's homelessness crises is part of a larger problem of American poverty, which Philip Alston reports is far greater of an issue than many are aware.
9 years ago
DuPont Amtrak crash, train derailment...
KIRO 7 News Staff

Amtrak victims work on healing after deadly derailment

Many Amtrak derailment victims continue recovering - physically and mentally - from the crash.
9 years ago
Colman Dock, Seattle...
MyNorthwest Staff

Colman Dock briefly closed due to suspicious package

A suspicious package closed down the Colman Dock Ferry Terminal in Seattle for approximately forty minutes on Tuesday morning.
9 years ago
lowland snow, warming centers...
MyNorthwest Staff

Another round of lowland snow possible Tuesday night

Western Washington could see more lowland snow beginning Tuesday night.
9 years ago
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Mike Lewis

Seattle’s ‘Sandwich Nazi’ clips his barbs, makes his final lunch

Bakeman's, the downtown Seattle sandwich shop known for fast, cheap lunches served with a slice of irritation, closed its doors for good Friday after 47 years and thousands of sandwiches served
9 years ago
train derailment, Amtrak...
MyNorthwest Staff

Lawyer: We are going to hold Amtrak accountable for train derailment

Six people injured in Monday's deadly train crash in DuPont are planning to sue Amtrak.
9 years ago