Frank Sumrall
Adam Smith, Doug Basler to face off for sixth time in WA-9 race, Sawant comes up short in primary
Democrat incumbent Adam Smith and Republican challenger Doug Basler will advance to the November election to represent Washington's 9th Congressional District.22 hours ago
Frank Sumrall
Marie Gluesenkamp Pérez edges John Braun by 263 votes in WA-3 primary
Democrat incumbent Marie Gluesenkamp Pérez and Republican challenger John Braun will face off for Washington's District 3 seat in the U.S. House of Representatives following results from the 2026 primary election.24 hours ago
James Lynch
‘We are building safer communities’: King County receives $15M grant to strengthen crisis response, prevent gun violence
King County Executive Girmay Zahilay announced Tuesday that King County received a $15 million grant.1 day ago
MyNorthwest Staff
I-5 south down to 1 lane after deadly crash near Everett Mall
I-5 south is down to one lane after a deadly crash near the Everett Mall.1 day ago
Jason Sutich
‘He didn’t stop’: 25-year-old drug ring leader gets 10+ years despite repeated seizures across PNW
A leader of a drug trafficking ring was sentenced to 130 months in prison after he was persistent in bringing large amounts of drugs to Washington.1 day ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Bothell Fred Meyer evacuated for fire, store closed while crews ventilate building
The Fred Meyer in Bothell was evacuated Tuesday afternoon due to a fire inside the store.1 day ago
Jason Sutich
Clark County man charged with shooting, killing bald eagle with shotgun
A 66-year-old Brush Prairie, Clark County resident was charged Tuesday with violating federal law by allegedly shooting and killing a bald eagle with a shotgun.1 day ago
KIRO Newsradio staff
Arson suspect in Old Trails Fire held on $1M bail as Spokane wildfires rage
The person arrested for alleged arson in connection with the Old Trails Fire, linked to the Spokane Area Complex Fires, has been kept on his $1 million bail.1 day ago
James Lynch
Teen shot near South Seattle BBQ restaurant found wounded in West Seattle
Seattle police are investigating after an 18-year-old man was shot during what he described as a tussle near a barbecue restaurant in South Seattle.1 day ago
KIRO Newsradio staff
Federal aid approved for 6 Washington counties battling wildfires
President Donald Trump has approved an emergency declaration for Washington to support wildfire relief efforts.1 day ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Snohomish All-Stars advance in Softball World Series after 7-3 win over Texas
The Snohomish Little League All-Stars are advancing through the Little League Softball World Series after a 7-3 win over Texas on Tuesday.1 day ago
Julia Dallas
Starbucks drops its fall menu with new cider-chai drink, food, and cake pop
Summer isn't over yet, but Starbucks is already rolling out its fall menu, complete with a brand new drink, food item, and cake pop flavor.1 day ago
Chris Sullivan
Private drones continue to hamper firefighting efforts in Spokane
The time to take personal video of the devastation in Spokane is after the fire is out and homes stop burning, not during the emergency.1 day ago
Jason Sutich
Indoor farming company in Marysville ‘winds down,’ laying off 55
An indoor agriculture company in Marysville is permanently "winding down" and laying off 55 employees after acquisition negotiations fell through.1 day ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Gallery: KIRO listeners share photos of Spokane wildfire smoke blanketing the region
An air quality alert remains active for the Seattle area as smoke and high temperatures are expected to affect sensitive individuals through Tuesday.1 day ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Coast Guard rescues 2 people stranded on rocks in the Coquille River in Oregon
The U.S. Coast Guard rescued two people Monday after their 14-foot pleasure craft began taking on water near the Coquille River South Jetty in Bandon, Oregon.2 days ago
Lexi Herda, KIRO 7 News
Spokane Complex Fires: 700 homes destroyed, 65K evacuated
The announcement comes as at least 65,000 people have been evacuated, and 700 homes have been destroyed by a series of wildfires in the Spokane area.2 days ago
Madeline Ottilie, KIRO 7 News
‘We’re not going to shy away from it’: Local elections offices increase security to manage threats
A survey of hundreds of local election officials found that nearly a third have experienced threats, harassment, or abuse because of their job.2 days ago
Frank Sumrall
Renton police officer stabbed in face, woman found dead after overnight disturbance
The Renton Police Department is investigating a deadly stabbing that also left one officer seriously injured late Monday night.2 days ago
Chris Sullivan
Traffic survival guide: Hawks and Mariners to hold parties at the same time while construction returns to several freeways
Seattle showed that it can handle the biggest of events after acing the World Cup test, but the summer events aren't over.2 days ago
Luke Duecy
Convicted felon arrested in connection with Old Trails Fire in Spokane
Governor Bob Ferguson said federal resources are on the way to help Washington battle 17 major wildfires burning more than 260,000 acres.2 days ago
Nate Connors
Chill out during this week’s heat wave courtesy of Pierce Transit
It's become a regular service to Pierce County residents during the excessive heat bursts we often get throughout our summer season.2 days ago
Julia Dallas
Gifford Pinchot National Forest issues emergency closures for wildfire
The Gifford Pinchot National Forest has issued an emergency closure order for the High Lava Fire.2 days ago
