MyNorthwest Staff
‘Suspicious item’ shuts down 5th Avenue in Seattle
Fifth Avenue is closed from Pike Street to University Street, according to the Seattle Department of Transportation.9 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Washington State Confederate monuments face controversy, again
As they speed along southbound I-5 near Battle Ground, most drivers don't even notice the Confederate flag flown above a private park named for Jefferson Davis, the first and only president of the Confederacy.9 years ago
Feliks Banel
‘Worst president’ left his mark on Pacific Northwest
When Oregon Territory officially became part of the United States on Aug. 15, 1848, it was because James Buchanan had negotiated a treaty with Great Britain to divide the “Old Oregon Country” at the 49th parallel.9 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Another commission urges Seattle Mayor Murray to resign
Another Seattle commission has officially asked Mayor Ed Murray to resign from office immediately following sexual abuse allegations.9 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Seattle collected much less than predicted from gun tax
Seattle's gun tax brought in much less than expected in its first year, according to information the city was forced to release.9 years ago
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk
Seattle’s rental law will not take people off the streets, housing rep. says
New legislation that prevents Seattle landlords from denying housing to someone with a criminal past is all about reducing the number of people living on the streets and combating inequality.9 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Seattle police defend decision to keep Sunday’s rallies separate
Tension filled the air Sunday as hundreds of anti-Trump protesters marched the half mile from Denny Park to downtown Seattle.9 years ago
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk
Seattle landlords barred from using criminal records when renting
The Seattle City Council unanimously passed legislation that will bar landlords from considering criminal records when renting property.9 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Northwest maritime industry starving for workers
The Northwest maritime industry is getting nervous about a coming mass retirement that could leave it starving for workers.9 years ago
Feliks Banel
Reading the names of war dead on Seattle Center memorial wall
In the wake of the violence in Charlottesville over the weekend, it’s also worth remembering that today is the 72nd anniversary of VJ Day – the effective end of World War II on Aug. 14, 1945.9 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
King County Executive Dow Constantine issues message to white supremacists
Pro-Trump demonstrators and counter protesters have gathered in downtown Seattle. Police have responded for crowd control.9 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
President of College Republicans at WSU attended deadly Charlottesville protest
The president of College Republicans at Washington State University is taking heat for attending the "Unite The Right" rally in Charlottesville, Virginia on Saturday.9 years ago
Mike Lewis
Dwindling options for second King County safe injection site
Seattle is the first choice, but finding a location for a proposed second safe injection site is proving difficult for King County.9 years ago
Kipp Robertson
Not out of the question: Wildfire smoke could return to Washington
The smoke from the wildfires in British Columbia finally began clearing out Friday afternoon. That doesn’t mean it’s gone completely. After about two weeks of poor air quality, region-wide alerts began expiring and Puget Sound residents could finally step outside and breathe with a little more confidence. RELATED: Why Washington’s summer air quality has been […]9 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Where, and how, to watch the solar eclipse
People across the U.S. will be treated to a rare sight Monday, Aug. 21 as a total solar eclipse makes its way from Lincoln Way, Oregon to Charleston, South Carolina. This phenomenon is not expected to occur again in the U.S. until 2024 -- so you don't want to miss this one.9 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Renton’s plan to take down illegal street racing
Renton is organizing a plan to combat a growing problem with illegal street racing speeding through its town and neighboring cities.9 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Dry weather could lead to more bear sightings
Washington's current dry stretch could lead to more bear sightings in the region this month, according to the Dept. of Fish and Wildlife.9 years ago
Dyer Oxley
Another reason to get Ride the Ducks off Seattle streets
Seattle is changing and growing. There may have been a time when Ride the Ducks could tour Seattle streets. But that time has passed.9 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
7 things to do this weekend: August 11-13
Looking for something to do this weekend? Check out these seven things going on around Seattle.9 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Lyles family ready to file wrongful death lawsuit against Seattle
The family of Charleena Lyles has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the City of Seattle after she was shot by two officers.9 years ago
Kipp Robertson
The Everett ‘Tweakerville’ cam is raising the wrong kind of awareness
A 24/7 live feed of a stretch of Everett roadway is really doing nothing more than villainizing the people being shown on camera.9 years ago
Hanna Scott
Hundreds dying from drug-related deaths in King County each year
King County is seeing a record number of drug deaths linked to opiates as well as a surprising increase in the number of deaths related to a dangerous drug.9 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Smoke finally expected to blow away on Friday
The smoke from the BC wildfires is expected to clear out on Friday after noon when a weather system moves in over the greater Seattle region.9 years ago
