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Seattle Mt. Joy chicken closes...
Jason Sutich

Seattle’s Mt. Joy chicken restaurant closes both locations

A local chicken restaurant in Seattle, Mt. Joy, has officially closed both of its locations.
7 months ago
ICE King County...
Julia Dallas

King County Council passes ban on ICE agents at county-owned properties after protestors disrupt meeting

The King County Council passed an ordinance Tuesday that bans U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents from entering or operating within county-owned property.
7 months ago
Grays Harbor County...
MyNorthwest Staff

1 lane of SR 109 has reopened in Grays Harbor County after landslide

One lane of SR 109 in Grays Harbor County is open again post-landslide, ensuring safety and restoring access.
7 months ago
Kent I-5 drive-by shooting...
Frank Lenzi

Kent man pleads guilty to I-5 drive-by shooting

A Kent man pleads guilty to a drive-by shooting on I-5, causing damage to a victim's vehicle in April 2025.
7 months ago
2 SEA airport...
KIRO Newsradio Staff with Wire Reports

Lines at SEA continue to move swiftly as senators chase deal to end DHS budget standoff

Lines at the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) remain swift amid national delays.
7 months ago
Seattle supersonics resolution...
Jason Sutich

‘We never stopped being a basketball city’: Seattle officials pass resolution backing SuperSonics return

Seattle's resolution shows commitment to bringing back the SuperSonics, uniting fans and city leaders for a potential revival.
7 months ago
César Chávez Seattle park...
Jason Sutich

‘Responsibility to act’: Seattle, King County remove César Chávez name from park after abuse allegations

Following abuse allegations, Seattle and King County will remove César Chávez's name from a local park to address community concerns.
7 months ago
2 State Route 18 Snoqualmie...
Julia Dallas

Westbound SR 18 in Snoqualmie fully reopens after crews clear rocks

Westbound SR 18 in Snoqualmie is fully reopened after rocks were cleared, ensuring safe travel for all motorists.
7 months ago
Chihuly Garden...
James Lynch and Julia Dallas

Man pleads not guilty to vandalizing nearly $250K in art at Chihuly Garden and Glass

A man charged with vandalizing Chihuly Garden appeared in court, pleading not guilty to the charges against him.
7 months ago
JBLM middle east...
Luke Duecy

‘A significant movement is underway’: JBLM flights raise questions about U.S. troop deployments to Middle East

"A significant movement is underway" as flights from JBLM fuel new questions about a potential buildup of American forces in the Middle East.
7 months ago
cubs and seal...
Julia Dallas

Animal alert: Blind seal finds new home in Tacoma, Seattle lion cubs get their names

Discover the latest animal news as a blind seal finds a new home and Seattle lion cubs receive their names in Tacoma.
7 months ago
oregon active shooter...
Jason Sutich

Seattle’s ‘I-5 Flasher’ arrested again for public indecency while driving in Oregon

A man with a history of public indecency in Washington was arrested again last week for "pleasuring himself" while driving on I-5 in Oregon.
7 months ago
Ford recall explorer lincoln...
Jason Sutich

Ford recalls more than 254,000 SUVs due to safety system, camera failures

Ford is recalling 254,640 SUVs nationwide due to a software issue that can disable the vehicle's rearview camera and key driver-assistance safety features.
7 months ago
cherry blossoms UW peak bloom...
Katy Wade, KIRO 7 News

UW’s iconic cherry blossoms reach peak bloom after weather delay

The University of Washington’s iconic cherry blossom trees are finally in peak bloom after being delayed by chilly weather.
7 months ago
Muckleshoot heinz sauce...
Jason Sutich

Muckleshoot Casino debuts WA’s first Heinz sauce machine, serving 2,000 custom sauce combinations

Muckleshoot Casino Resort recently introduced its Heinz REMIX machine, capable of producing 2,000 different sauce combinations for its casino-goers.
7 months ago
Issaquah house fire displaced...
Jason Sutich

3 residents, dog displaced after Issaquah house fire

Three residents and a dog have been displaced following a residential house fire late Monday night in Issaquah.
7 months ago
cursed ganesh statue craigslist...
Frank Sumrall

‘Cursed’ Ganesh statue listed on Craigslist by Everett man after he claims it ‘ruined his life’

An Everett man posted a peculiar item for sale on Craigslist last Thursday — a "cursed brass Ganesh statue" from his home.
7 months ago
maple valley fire...
Frank Sumrall

Maple Valley house fire extinguished after crews shuttle water from a mile away

A house fire broke out in Maple Valley Tuesday morning, according to Puget Sound Fire, with firefighters needing to shuttle water in from more than a mile away.
7 months ago
seattle supersonics nba expansion...
Frank Sumrall

Seattle SuperSonics’ return moves closer as NBA expansion vote begins

NBA governors are set to undergo a two-day vote to begin the process of expanding the league from 30 teams to 32 teams Tuesday. This is the first vote within the league to expand into Las Vegas and return professional men's basketball to Seattle.
7 months ago
Iran war Trump...
Associated Press

Trump raises hopes for war to wind down as Iran denies negotiations

U.S. President Donald Trump told reporters that Iran wants “to make a deal” to end the war, claiming U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff and Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner had held talks Sunday with an Iranian leader.
7 months ago
lake fenwick body kent...
Frank Sumrall

Body of unidentified young man discovered in Lake Fenwick in Kent, police investigating

The body of a man was discovered face down in Lake Fenwick on Monday afternoon, the Kent Police Department confirmed.
7 months ago
Kerry Park view seattle...
Ted Buehner

Midweek rain won’t last long as sunny skies return just in time for the weekend

Enjoy the first days of spring as sunny skies break through the midweek rain, perfect for weekend plans.
7 months ago
SR 99 toll setting wa cameras bill toll camera...
Chris Sullivan

Streamlining toll setting process comes with potential to eliminate public input

The Washington State Transportation Commission is expected to approve new toll-setting rules today, increasing the speed at which tolls can be set.
7 months ago
Vancouver Island earthquake...
Frank Lenzi

Earthquake hits off Vancouver Island

An earthquake hit off the west coast of Vancouver Island over the weekend.
7 months ago