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Everett homicide arrest...
Jason Sutich

Seattle man accused of stealing 18 cars from Edmonds auction with fake checks

A Seattle man has been accused of stealing 18 cars from an Edmonds auction yard through false checks and fake business records.
8 months ago
woodland park zoo gorilla...
Julia Dallas

‘We are all in for a real treat’: Woodland Park Zoo expecting 2 baby gorillas this spring

Exciting news! Woodland Park Zoo expects two baby gorillas in May, a delightful addition for visitors and wildlife enthusiasts.
8 months ago
monroe fire electric blanket...
Jason Sutich

Electric blanket investigated as cause of Monroe fire that injured 1

An early-morning house fire in Monroe injured one person and shut down Chain Lake Road during the Wednesday morning commute.
8 months ago
sub pop seattle moving...
Jason Sutich

Sub Pop Records leaving Denny Triangle for Seattle’s waterfront

The age-old independent record label in Seattle, Sub Pop Records, will soon relocate from its Denny Triangle store to Seattle's waterfront on April 1.
8 months ago
carjacking spree king county...
Frank Sumrall

Restaurant owner sentenced to prison for stealing $515,000 from elderly woman with dementia

The former owner of a Lake Sammamish restaurant was sentenced to 30 months for stealing from a former elderly customer after befriending her via wire fraud and false tax returns.
8 months ago
earthquake olympia...
Frank Sumrall

2.9-magnitude earthquake occurs north of Olympia

A magnitude 2.9 earthquake struck north of Olympia early Wednesday morning, according to the Pacific Northwest Seismic Network.
8 months ago
1st Avenue S. bridge closed Friday...
Chris Sullivan

1st Avenue S. Bridge to remain closed through Friday

This is not what drivers wanted to hear: All northbound lanes of the 1st Avenue S. Bridge will remain closed through at least Friday.
8 months ago
Iran war...
JON GAMBRELL, THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

Analysis: Iran war becomes a contest of who can take the most pain

The war with Iran, for all its complexity and global effects, boils down to a single question: Who can take the pain the longest?
8 months ago
mason county oyster clam recall...
Jason Sutich

Manila clams, raw oysters recalled in Washington over norovirus risk

Raw oysters and manila clams recalled in Washington due to potential norovirus contamination.
8 months ago
Swat jumps nine stories...
James Lynch

‘Nothing short of incredible’: King County Sheriff’s Office reports 22% drop in overall crime

King County is a much safer place to live, work, and play than it was this time last year, according to new statistics from the King County Sheriff's Office.
8 months ago
missing woman ballard...
James Lynch

Father seeks public’s help in finding missing daughter last seen in Ballard

A desperate father seeks assistance from the community to locate his daughter, missing since her last sighting in Ballard.
8 months ago
Washington lawsuit payouts UW...
KIRO Newsradio staff

Highly debated ‘millionaire tax’ passes House

A contentious millionaire tax has now passed the Washington State Legislature, sparking discussions on its implications for residents.
8 months ago
Katie Wilson...
Frank Lenzi

Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson pitches $410 million library levy

Katie Wilson aims to enhance Seattle's libraries with a $410 million levy proposal, boosting community access and resources.
8 months ago
2024 Everett Crash...
Frank Lenzi

Teen arrested more than a year after Everett crash that killed 3

Authorities arrest the driver linked to a tragic triple-fatal crash in Everett after 16 months of investigation.
8 months ago
renton flock cameras automated license plate readers camera...
Frank Lenzi

Bill to regulate automated license plate reader cameras heads to Ferguson’s desk

A new bill on automated license plate readers awaits Gov. Ferguson's approval, aiming to set essential regulations in Washington.
8 months ago
Forks attempted murder...
James Lynch

2 people found dead in Anacortes home

Anacortes police are probing the deaths of two individuals found in a home on Tuesday morning.
8 months ago
King County Sheriff's Office investigates deadly Burien shooting...
Charlie Harger and Frank Lenzi

WA Senate gives final approval to bill that would allow removal of elected sheriffs

The Senate's final approval of a bill allows for the removal of sheriffs, raising significant law enforcement accountability issues.
8 months ago
sexual abuse lawsuits mulholland WA...
Jason Sutich

9 more women file lawsuit against Providence OB-GYN Dr. Mark Mulholland, alleging abuse during exams

Nine women allege Dr. Mulholland engaged in abuse during exams at Providence, sparking outrage and calls for accountability.
8 months ago
Federal way murder suspect...
Frank Lenzi

Federal Way murder suspect added to FBI’s 10 Most Wanted list

A Federal Way murder suspect has been added to the FBI's Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list.
8 months ago
antisemitism pacific northwest universities...
Luke Duecy

Anti-Defamation League report finds mixed progress on antisemitism at Pacific Northwest universities

Colleges across the Pacific Northwest are showing some progress in addressing antisemitism, according to a new campus report card study released Tuesday.
8 months ago
Mariners value menu beers...
Jason Sutich

$5 hot dogs, $5 beers: Mariners announce 2026 Value Menu

Discover the Mariners' 2026 value menu featuring $5 hot dogs, beers, and more at T-Mobile Park for every game.
8 months ago
Seattle public transit FIFA...
BROOKE GRIFFIN, KIRO 7

Seattle public transit stepping up for FIFA matches

We are less than 100 days away from the FIFA World Cup in Seattle! Public transit is putting final touches on plans to move around 750,000 people on game days.
8 months ago
drug seizure eastern wa DEA...
Julia Dallas

‘Potential to cause devastating harm’: DEA executes largest drug seizure in eastern WA history

The DEA makes history with the largest drug seizure in eastern WA.
8 months ago
lynnwood shooting mayor...
Jason Sutich

‘Our community was shaken’: Lynnwood mayor responds after 15-year-old shot at park

Following the shooting of a 15-year-old high school student at a Lynnwood park last week, Lynnwood mayor George Hurst released a statement on the incident.
8 months ago