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JENNIFER McDERMOTT, THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

Bill Gates calls for climate fight to shift focus from curbing emissions to reducing human suffering

Bill Gates says its time for a “strategic pivot” in the global climate fight: from focusing on limiting rising temperatures to fighting poverty and preventing disease.
10 months ago
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Frank Sumrall

Two beloved downtown Seattle venues rumored to close

Two iconic Seattle venues, Madame Lou’s and Here-After, are closing their doors, City Cast Seattle, a podcast and newsletter, confirmed.
10 months ago
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Jason Sutich

Train crash blocking ferry terminal on Edmonds, Kingston route now clear

Ferry service between Edmonds and Kingston is suspended due to a train crash near the Edmonds terminal. Updates to follow.
10 months ago
Kent murder suspect inmate released...
Jason Sutich

Kent murder suspect accidentally released from California jail, manhunt underway

A Kent suspect in a Seattle shooting was mistakenly freed from a California prison, prompting an urgent manhunt for his capture.
10 months ago
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Luke Duecy

ICE shakeup expected to reach Seattle and Portland amid push for more deportations

A significant ICE overhaul may impact deportation efforts in Seattle and Portland, raising concerns among local communities.
10 months ago
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Heather Bosch

Recycling truck runs over, kills man

Seattle police said a recycling truck accidentally ran over a homeless man, who was sleeping in front of dumpsters in the middle of a street Tuesday morning.
10 months ago
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Jason Sutich

Getaway nap: Kent car thieves fall asleep with drugs in plain view

Two men in Kent caught stealing a vehicle fell asleep with drug paraphernalia and fentanyl in plain sight, leading to their arrest.
10 months ago
Twin Sisters Creamery recall E. coli...
Jason Sutich

3 E. coli cases in PNW linked to Twin Sisters Creamery cheese, recall announced

Three E. coli infections in PNW lead to recall of Twin Sisters Creamery's aged, raw milk cheese for public safety.
10 months ago
Kirkland cold cases...
Jason Sutich

Kirkland PD unveils cold case website, seeks tips on 2006 homicide

Explore Kirkland's new cold case website to aid in solving unsolved investigations and bring closure to families.
10 months ago
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Frank Sumrall

Speed safety cameras could be coming to Bellevue by 2026 — here’s where

Certain Bellevue spots and roads could be home to new speed safety cameras after city leadership identified 37 potential locations.
10 months ago
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Chris Sullivan

Bridge strikes, English tests, and all things commercial trucking

The public has a lot of questions about the safety of big rigs and their drivers after multiple bridge strikes have occurred over the last two months.
10 months ago
Seattle man arrested in $2M West Seattle jewelry heist (Photo Credit: SPD)...
MyNorthwest Staff

Seattle man arrested in $2M West Seattle jewelry heist

Seattle police have arrested a 29-year-old man in connection with a $2 million jewelry store robbery in West Seattle that occurred in August, with three additional suspects still at large.
10 months ago
Image: The Amazon Spheres in downtown Seattle can be seen in a recent photo. (Photo: Jason Rantz, K...
Heather Bosch

Big layoffs at Amazon, big implications for Seattle’s economy

The ax is falling on Amazon corporate offices.
10 months ago
Photo: A sign at the headquarters for Washington state's Employment Security Department at the Capi...
Aaron Granillo

Rising jobless claims leads to fewer hours at ESD call center

The Washington Employment Security Department (ESD) is launching a 90-day pilot program to adjust unemployment call center hours in response to a growing backlog of claims.
10 months ago
Seattle man saved by police after catching fire in alley (Photo Credit: SPD)...
James Lynch

Flaming Seattle man saved by police after catching on fire in alley

Seattle police saved a man engulfed in flames Monday morning in an alley near Northeast 45th Street.
10 months ago
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MyNorthwest Staff

SPD soars toward hiring goals as recruitment surges

Seattle Police Department on track to exceed hiring goals with recruitment efforts, announces Mayor Harrell and Chief Barnes.
10 months ago
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MyNorthwest Staff

Alaska Airlines announces new business-class lounge at SEA

Alaska Airlines plans to open a business-class-only lounge at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport as part of the ongoing C Concourse expansion.
10 months ago
Seattle Opens Upgraded East Marginal Way with New Bike Lane...
MyNorthwest Staff

Seattle opens upgraded East Marginal Way with new bike lane

Seattle has completed major construction on the East Marginal Way Corridor Improvement Project. The new street and protected bike lane are now open for public use.
10 months ago
Little Saigon Seattle lawsuit...
Jonah Oaklief

Little Saigon property owner sues Seattle for $30M over homelessness policies

A longtime Little Saigon property owner is suing the City of Seattle, alleging that its homelessness policies and inadequate law enforcement have devastated his family’s real estate investments.
10 months ago
Lazy Dog Crazy Dog closes Ballard...
Jason Sutich

Lazy Dog Crazy Dog kennel closes permanently after threats over dog’s death

Ballard's Lazy Dog Crazy Dog shuts down after an employee's alleged abuse leads to a dog's death, raising serious concerns for animal welfare.
10 months ago
Puget Sound weekend crime...
Luke Duecy

Violent weekend across Puget Sound leaves two dead, several injured in series of shootings and stabbings

A series of shootings and stabbings across Puget Sound leaves one dead and many injured, raising concerns about community safety.
10 months ago
Redmond AI solve cases...
Jason Sutich

Redmond Police implement AI technology to improve case-solving speed

Discover how Redmond Police leverage AI technology to enhance efficiency in solving open cases and improving public safety.
10 months ago
Renton house fire...
Jason Sutich

Renton home destroyed in late-night fire while owners away

A late-night house fire in Renton destroyed a family home while the owners were away, raising safety concerns in the community.
10 months ago
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Jason Sutich

Thousands remain without power as Puget Sound recovers from powerful windstorm

More than 17,000 homes in Puget Sound remain powerless days after a severe storm, affecting residents across the region.
10 months ago