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KIMBERLEE KRUESI, JENNIFER McDERMOTT AND ALANNA DURKIN RICHER, THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

Police search Brown University after shooter kills 2 and wounds 8 on campus

A shooter dressed in black killed at least two people and wounded eight others at Brown University on Saturday during final exams on the Ivy League campus.
9 months ago
Two hunters trapped by high water from the flooded Suiattle River rescued by helicopter by the Coas...
Tom Brock

Hunters stranded by floodwaters rescued by helicopter

Helicopter crews from the U.S. Coast Guard and the Washington National Guard rescued two hunters stranded by floodwaters in the north Cascades, just east of Darrington, Friday.
9 months ago
Barry and Ruth Hutchinson's home before it was swept away by the flooded Nooksack River near Deming...
Jason Sloss, KIRO7 News

Elderly couple loses home to raging Nooksack River

An elderly couple in Whatcom County is without their home after it was washed away in the Nooksack River this week during historic flooding.
9 months ago
kent christmas rush...
Frank Sumrall

Historic flooding forces Kent to cancel Christmas Rush Run for the first time in 40 years

The City of Kent has officially canceled its annual Christmas Rush 5K/10K due to flooding levels of nearby rivers.
9 months ago
smartphone-free childhood...
Katrina Guischard

Parents worldwide join smartphone-free childhood campaign after viral post

In the U.K., one in four kids between the ages of 5 and 7 already own a smartphone. Now, a British couple sparked a global movement for a smartphone-free childhood.
9 months ago
anglerfish dating seattle...
Isaiah Williams

What the male deep-sea anglerfish taught me about dating in Seattle

Discover how the deep-sea anglerfish inspired my dating journey in Seattle after moving from Mountlake Terrace.
9 months ago
I-5 shootings...
Frank Sumrall

AMBER Alert canceled after 5-year-old girl, 5-month-old baby found

The Washington State Patrol (WSP) issued an Amber Alert for two children who were abducted Friday in Burien.
9 months ago
landslide EB I-90...
Ted Buehner

Historic atmospheric river eases, but landslide threat lingers as more rain looms

While heavy rainfall subsides, the threat of landslides persists as additional rain is forecasted for early next week.
9 months ago
Public Works yard snohomish...
James Lynch

‘I’ve never seen it like this’: Snohomish River reaches record levels, Department of Public Works inundated

The Snohomish River hit 34.1 feet, a record level, causing significant concern in the community. Learn more about this event.
9 months ago
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Shawn Garrett, KIRO 7 News

Stehekin water system destroyed in Chelan County storms as crews race to deliver supplies

Severe storms in Chelan County disrupt water supply as crews work tirelessly to deliver essential supplies to affected communities.
9 months ago
US 2 Stevens Pass...
Julia Dallas

Leavenworth tourism takes a hit as flood watch issued for Chelan County

Severe flooding impacts Leavenworth, Washington's Christmastown, threatening tourism and local businesses during peak season.
9 months ago
tiger mountain sr 18 blocked...
Nate Connors

49-mile stretch of US 2 remains closed through weekend after mudslides, flooding

The 49-mile closure on US 2 between Skykomish, milepost 50, and Leavenworth, milepost 99, will remain closed through the weekend.
9 months ago
Bellevue officer-involved shooting...
Jason Sutich

Officer, suspect in hospital after shooting in downtown Bellevue

A large police presence responded to an officer-involved shooting in downtown Bellevue near the Transit Center on Friday.
9 months ago
human remains sneaker shoe clallam county bear...
MyNorthwest Staff

Sneaker with ‘remains’ found on WA beach turns out to be of a bear

A sneaker that washed up on a Clallam County beach containing what was initially believed to be human remains was not human at all.
9 months ago
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Frank Sumrall

Trump approves WA’s emergency declaration as 100,000 face evacuations

Governor Bob Ferguson revealed the state's request for federal emergency assistance has been approved by the Trump administration.
9 months ago
burlington evacuations western washington...
Frank Sumrall

Western WA evacuation updates: ‘Go Now’ evacuation ordered for Burlington residents as floodwaters rise

Level 3 "Go Now" evacuation notices have been issued for residents of Burlington, asking them to leave immediately, due to rising floodwaters from Gages Slough.
9 months ago
help flooding washington...
KIRO 7 News Staff

How you can help those impacted by Washington’s historic flooding

Historic floods are forcing thousands of Washingtonians from their homes — leaving many wondering whether they’ll come back to anything salvageable when the waters recede.
9 months ago
christmas boat parade...
Paul Holden

Holiday fun in full swing: Boat parade, Jingle Jam, Christmas lights, and more!

Discover festive Seattle weekend events to enjoy this holiday season. Celebrate with activities for everyone in the community.
9 months ago
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Heather Bosch

Study: Stressed rats more likely to seek pot

Research indicates stressed rats may seek cannabis, highlighting parallels with human behavior in stress relief.
9 months ago
Puyallup River flooding....
Corwin Haeck

Puyallup River flooding forces evacuations in Orting, Puyallup

Flood waters from the Puyallup River continued to force residents from their homes in Orting and Puyallup Thursday.
9 months ago
flood snohomish skagit record...
Ted Buehner

Worst is over: Heavy rain ends, only light showers ahead

The good news is that the worst of the heavy rainfall is over. Now is the time for all that moisture to work its way downstream.
9 months ago
Enumclaw mudslide...
Shawn Garrett, KIRO 7 News

Enumclaw mudslide tears open home, sweeps man’s bed into yard, police say

A mudslide in Enumclaw left a couple injured and a man swept into the yard, causing significant damage and disruption.
9 months ago
flooding (1)...
Julia Dallas

‘Nobody can get out’: KIRO Newsradio listeners share firsthand accounts of navigating historic floods

KIRO Newsradio listeners recount their eerie experiences amid near-record flooding caused by a powerful atmospheric river.
9 months ago
mudslide I-90...
Julia Dallas

Eastbound I-90 reopens after mudslide forces hours-long closure

I-90 east reopens after a mudslide closure at SR 18 impacted traffic and involved three vehicles, according to Washington State Patrol.
9 months ago