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streetcar tracks...
Dyer Oxley

Streetcar tracks vs bikes: Seattle looks into risky relationship

Seattle is considering the relationship between streetcar tracks and cyclists. The issue it not new to officials.
10 years ago
A drone captures stunning shots of Seattle landmarks. (Dystnct Media)...
MyNorthwest Staff

Video: Drone’s eye view shows Seattle landmarks from the sky

No matter how long you've lived in Seattle, it's unlikely you've ever seen the city from a drone's eye view like this one.
10 years ago
Airbnb has launched a series of commercials on TV, radio and online to counter efforts by the Seatt...
Josh Kerns

Airbnb launches new campaign to fight proposed Seattle rental restrictions

Check your TVs or the raido for the latest skirmish in a months-long battle between the Seattle City Council and people who rent their properties on Airbnb.
10 years ago
Paramount...
Kipp Robertson

Maybe these guests justify pricey tickets for Clinton visit

It may be difficult for some people in Seattle to spend at least $250 to see Hillary Clinton. Maybe Macklemore will make it easier.
10 years ago
threats, Puyallup, Ohio State, police, shooting, Seattle shooting...
Kipp Robertson

Puyallup school locked down after reports of knife-wielding clowns

Two Puyallup schools are closed Tuesday because of threats made to one school, according to the Puyallup School District.
10 years ago
police, homeless, camp, shooting...
Kipp Robertson

Seattle council incredibly cautious over budget language

The Seattle City Council tip-toed around language related to increased funding for police and public safety.
10 years ago
affordable...
KIRO 7 News Staff

Ground to be broken on affordable housing in South Lake Union

Families looking for affordable housing in Seattle will eventually have more options.
10 years ago
safe injection sites...
Dyer Oxley

Two safe injection sites proposed for the Seattle area

Two safe injection sites are being proposed in the Seattle area to address the mounting opiate crisis. They are promoted as a resource to treat addictions.
10 years ago
Tim Kaine and Mike Pence will square off in a vice presidential debate on Tuesday. (MyNorthwest)...
MyNorthwest Staff

How well do you know the vice presidential candidates?

The general public isn't clamoring for the vice presidential debate like they were for the first showdown between Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump. (AP)
10 years ago
Gilmore Girls...
Dyer Oxley

Holy Gilmore Girls! Luke’s Diner is coming to Seattle!

Luke's Diner, the famous social hub of the Gilmore Girls, will be taking over three Seattle coffee shops this week. This is where to find them.
10 years ago
clowns...
Kipp Robertson

Creepy clowns spotted around Pierce County

Clowns have been reportedly spotted in some areas of Pierce County, according to detective Ed Troyer.
10 years ago
crimetape...
Josh Kerns

Prevalence of sexual assault prompts new programs, strategies from King Co. advocates

Despite the best efforts to prevent sexual assault, it remains prevalent Washington state and across the nation. But some are fighting back.
10 years ago
Clinton...
Kipp Robertson

Hillary Clinton is coming to The Paramount in Seattle

According to a tweet from the Seattle Theatre Group, Clinton will be in the city Oct. 14 for "An Afternoon with Hillary Clinton" at The Paramount Theatre.
10 years ago
Kipp Robertson

Schoolhouse built by Seahawks DE near path of massive hurricane

A deadly hurricane headed toward Haiti is expected to pass right by a schoolhouse built by Cliff Avril's Family Foundation.
10 years ago
Bertha...
Kipp Robertson

Bertha reaches halfway point in tunnel project

Bertha, the machine responsible for boring the Seattle tunnel, reached a significant milestone Friday.
10 years ago
stabbed...
KIRO 7 News Staff

Man stabbed to death during fight at Tukwila light rail station

Tukwila police are investigating a fatal stabbing that occurred at the light rail station on Tukwila International Boulevard.
10 years ago
Kipp Robertson

‘Cops’ returns to Pierce County for its ‘Clueless’ episode

The latest episode of "Cops" featured Pierce County deputies in action.
10 years ago
voter fraud, vote by mail...
Dyer Oxley

Kim Wyman using ‘typical Republican trick,’ opponent says

Secretary of State candidates are debating the issue of voter fraud and real ID after misreporting and news surrounding the Cascade Mall shooting suspect.
10 years ago
Ballard, fight...
MyNorthwest Staff

Homicide detectives investigating early morning Pioneer Square shooting

The Seattle Police Department is asking for the public's help following a shooting that left one man dead early Sunday morning at Occidental Avenue South and South Washington Street.
10 years ago
Black Lives Matter protest...
KIRO 7 News Staff

Hundreds gather for Black Lives Matter protest in downtown Seattle

Hundreds of people gathered at Seattle's Westlake Center for a Black Lives Matter protest on Saturday night.
10 years ago
Lynnwood traffic cameras...
KIRO 7 News Staff

Lawsuit: Lynnwood red-light camera tickets should be refunded

Ian Jordan admits he drove through the intersection at 196th St. SW and 36th Ave W in Lynnwood just as the light turned red.
10 years ago
Doug Baldwin...
KIRO 7 News Staff

Seahawks Doug Baldwin says he’s received death threats

Seattle Seahawks’ receiver, and son of a policeman, Doug Baldwin told "60 Minutes Sports" that he has received death threats after taking a stance on police shootings.
10 years ago
jungle sweep...
Dyer Oxley

Homeless asked to leave as Jungle sweep is planned this month

City and state officials are planning for a Jungle sweep in October. They started posting notices of the move around the encampments Friday.
10 years ago
Seattle drivers can expect traffic to jam up thanks to the Huskies game. (MyNorthwest)...
KIRO 7 News Staff

70,000 expected during rush hour for Huskies game

People should prepare for a huge surge in rush hour traffic near the U-District as more than 70,000 people are expected for a Friday night football game between the Huskies and Stanford.
10 years ago