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Skunklock, bike, bike theft...
Kipp Robertson

Seattle cyclists have a new weapon against bike theft

The founder of Skunklock created a new deterrent that he hopes will cut down on bike theft.
10 years ago
health care, key arena, Seattle/King County Clinic...
Josh Kerns

Overwhelming demand for Key Arena clinic shows our ‘broken health care system’

A line of people began forming overnight outside Key Arena, but they weren't waiting for a concert. They were waiting for health care.
10 years ago
arena, Seattle arena...
Kipp Robertson

Previous argument against Seattle arena now a moot point

Congestion on Lander Street in the SoDo district isn't much of an argument for those opposing a new Seattle arena.
10 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff

‘Obamacare’ users to see an average 13.6 percent rate increase next year

Residents who have health insurance under the Affordable Care Act, aka "Obamacare," in Washington's individual market will pay an average of 13.6 percent more for their plans next year.
10 years ago
earthquake, supplies, preparedness...
Kipp Robertson

Enough supplies for two weeks? Changes to earthquake preparedness

Preparing for an earthquake in Western Washington just became a bit more difficult for folks. We're gonna need a lot more food and water.
10 years ago
It's pronounced "EYE-verz." (Ivar's/YouTube)...
Feliks Banel

Welcome to Warshington? Commonly mispronounced names around the state

Local historian Feliks Banel examines many of the regions mispronounced locations, including the state itself - Warshington.
10 years ago
ORCA system, Sound Transit light rail...
MyNorthwest Staff

Sound Transit light rail loses more than $550K annually to fare jumpers

Ever wondered why Seattle Link light-rail system doesn't have turnstiles? Bruce Gray, with Sound Transit, says it was a calculated, if costly, decision.
10 years ago
Clinton donors...
Dyer Oxley

Who are Washington’s top Clinton donors?

Washington's Clinton donors are a crowd of business elite and local celebrities. Who are these notable figures? Here's a few names.
10 years ago
baby wilson...
Dyer Oxley

Russell announces baby Wilson is on the way

Seahawks Russell Wilson is going to be a dad. He and wife Ciara announced via social media that a baby Wilson is on the way.
10 years ago
Chris Hansen’s investment team has offered to privately fund sports arena in SoDo. (AP)...
MyNorthwest Staff

710 ESPN hosts, the web react to Seattle Arena proposal

Reaction from around the web and from 710 ESPN Seattle and KIRO Radio hosts about Chris Hansen's offer to privately fund a new sports arena to bring the NBA back to Seattle.
10 years ago
A letter from Chris Hansen indicates that he and his investment group are wiling to pay for a new S...
MyNorthwest Staff

Chris Hansen offers to forgo public financing for Seattle Arena

Chris Hansen’s investment team has offered to forgo public financing to build a sports arena in SoDo in order to bring the NBA back to Seattle.
10 years ago
Pierce County voters...
KIRO 7 News Staff

Secretary of State candidate believes Pierce County deadline may discourage voters

Pierce County voters are being encouraged to drop their ballots in the mail four days before the deadline, which some say could hurt turnout.
10 years ago
survey, Seattle police, police, crime...
Kipp Robertson

Survey finds higher approval for Seattle police; a few ‘troubling’ points

A survey found that more people approve of the Seattle police work going on in the city compared to the last few years.
10 years ago
crash...
Kipp Robertson

Driver killed in crash that split car in two; MLK Jr. Way closed for hours

A crash that killed one person early Tuesday morning has forced officials to close of the northbound lanes of MLK Jr. Way for hours.
10 years ago
crash...
Kipp Robertson

Single crash backs up traffic on I-5, I-405 and SR 525

A crash at the Lynnwood split on SB I-405 caused backups on I-5 and SR 525 Tuesday morning.
10 years ago
Former Seahawks running back Demitrius Bronson has found a new home in the wrestling ring. (Contrib...
MyNorthwest Staff

Former Seahawks RB Demitrius Bronson scores big with WWE contract

After bouncing through odd jobs while looking for another shot at the NFL, former Kentwood High School star and Seahawks running back Demitrius Bronson has agreed on a contract to hit the ring with the WWE.
10 years ago
Trump donors...
Dyer Oxley

Who are the biggest Trump donors in Washington state?

A local publication has published a list of the highest Donald Trump donors in Washington state, who have given thousands.
10 years ago
Bertha...
Dyer Oxley

Bertha has stopped under this downtown Seattle street

Once again, Bertha has stopped underneath First Avenue where these buildings stand, and this popular tourist attraction is located nearby.
10 years ago
Danika Packard...
Dyer Oxley

Amber Alert: Missing 6-year-old out of Spokane found

Authorities are searching for a 2002 maroon Buick Lesabre -- 4 door -- with tinted windows out of Spokane Valley City.
10 years ago
wsu, Washington State University...
Dyer Oxley

Student found dead at Washington State University fraternity

A Washington State University student was found dead in his fraternity room early Monday morning. The exact cause of death remains unknown.
10 years ago

KTTH Voter’s Guide

Find out how the KTTH talk show hosts are voting in key races for the 2016 Election. Use the voter's guide as you fill out your ballot.
10 years ago
washington voters, hackers...
MyNorthwest Staff

KIRO Radio Voter’s Guide

Find out how the KIRO Radio talk show hosts are voting in the 2016 Election.
10 years ago
Seahawks, react,...
Kipp Robertson

‘That game was crazy’: Seahawks react to wild game

Some of the Seattle Seahawks took to social media after Sunday's bizarre game against the Arizona Cardinals.
10 years ago
bike-friendly, bikes, bike, bike lane, earthquake...
Kipp Robertson

Will Seattle become more bike-friendly after the ‘Big One’ hits?

Seattle could become even more bike-friendly than it already is when a devastating earthquake hits.
10 years ago