KIRO 7 News Staff
NB I-5 in Tumwater closed by fuel spill
All lanes of northbound I-5 are closed in Tumwater because of a fuel spill caused by a disabled semi.9 years ago
Feliks Banel
The power of FDR and the Bonneville Dam
FDR was no stranger to the Pacific Northwest, and a concrete reminder in the form of a dam is still making an impact here 80 years later.9 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Homicide detectives investigate shooting in West Seattle
Police are investigating a homicide after a shooting in West Seattle on Tuesday night. The shooting happened in the 8100 block of 31st Ave SW.9 years ago
Dyer Oxley
Seattle touting success of private bikeshare pilot
Private bikeshare companies are already boasting great success in just two months in Seattle, ranking the system's use second highest in the nation.9 years ago
Kipp Robertson
KeyArena group’s transportation fund not nearly ‘aggressive’ enough
On the surface, the Oak View Group's proposed transportation fund that would help mitigate traffic around Seattle's KeyArena is a blessing.9 years ago
Mike Lewis
Seattle cops off-duty work comes under investigation
Seattle police have been the focus of an investigation regarding the unchecked use of off-duty cops for high-priced security work.9 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Tim Burgess steps up to become latest Seattle mayor
Tim Burgess will exit his role as city council member to become Seattle's next mayor as the city recovers from Ed Murray's resignation last week.9 years ago
Kipp Robertson
Seattle race proves tech is answer to city’s traffic problem
It's no wonder that a "motorized skateboard" won a Seattle race between multiple modes of transportation through rush hour traffic.9 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Abrupt turnaround: After months of dry weather, snow reported in Cascades
There wasn't much of a grace period between Western Washington's dry summer weather and the inevitable wet fall and winter many of us dread.9 years ago
Feliks Banel
Former Seattle Mayor Greg Nickels: ‘New mayor will be successful if not remembered’
As the Seattle City Council gets ready to choose the next mayor from within its own ranks as early as Monday, a former Seattle mayor is taking the long view on the past week’s history-making developments at City Hall.9 years ago
KIRO Newsradio staff
When can we talk about preparing for a nuclear attack?
Currently, it is illegal in Washington state for emergency managers to even prepare for a nuclear attack. But maybe it's time to change the policy.9 years ago
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk
Who will become Seattle’s 55th mayor?
On Friday, Mayor Bruce Harrell announced he will not continue to serve as the city's mayor. The role will be turned over to another city council member.9 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Tree that withstood Oso slide comes down
The tree that remained standing after a deadly mudslide in Oso was taken down Saturday. There was a solemn ceremony to say goodbye to the 100-foot-tall spruce along the White Horse Trail.9 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
UW Climatologist explains what a La Niña winter means for Seattle
Washington state could see snow and higher-than-normal levels of rain this year, especially after Jan. 1, due to a La Niña winter. According to University of Washington climatologist Cliff Mass, Seattle will not have to wait long to feel the change in seasons – he expects clouds and rainy weather as early as Monday.9 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Another La Nina is likely coming to the Northwest this winter
The National Weather Service has issued a La Nina warning, stating it is likely that a second La Nina season will hit the Northwest over winter.9 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Bruce Harrell declines to remain Seattle mayor
Bruce Harrell will not remain Seattle's interim mayor after Ed Murray stepped down. The council will now select another colleague.9 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Seattle considers nightly tax, new regulations for Airbnb hosts
The City of Seattle is considering a tax on Airbnb businesses as it attempts to balance the service with its housing crisis.9 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Seattle clears out large swath of land under West Seattle Bridge
Seattle's next focus to clear out homeless camps will start along Spokane Street under the West Seattle Bridge, in the city's industrial district.9 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Massive Space Needle renovation underway
The costly renovation of the Seattle Space Needle officially began Friday. The renovation will cost about $100 million and could last years.9 years ago
Feliks Banel
Father of Alaska was ‘Uncle of Washington state’
Our economy in Washington state is so diversified now, it’s easy to forget that Alaska was once the source of a much greater proportion of business activity.9 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Bruce Harrell to decide if he’ll remain Seattle mayor
Seattle's new mayor, Bruce Harrell, will announce whether he’ll choose to stay in the position until the November election.9 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Man dies from injuries in Columbia City shooting
Homicide detectives are now investigating a shooting in Columbia City that killed a man Thursday evening.9 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Several school zones in Western Washington receive failing grades for distracted driving
Western Washington school zones don't make the grade when it comes to traffic and road safety around schools and students.9 years ago
