Chris Sullivan
Five cars behind you and going under the speed limit? In WA, you’re breaking the law
You might know the speed limit, but do you know you're breaking the law if you're driving under it with five cars stuck behind you?1 day ago
Trump says he’s considering renaming Lake Ontario as ‘Lake America’ as trade war escalates
President Donald Trump said Tuesday that he is considering changing the name of Lake Ontario to “Lake America” as the trade war between the United States and Canada intensifies.1 day ago
Nate Connors
Your commute could get complicated: WSDOT closures across the region this week
The summer heat isn't showing signs of slowing down, and neither is WSDOT as repair work forces closures across the region.2 days ago
Aaron Granillo
Cheap imports, high stakes: WA ranchers sound alarm over 90-day beef deal
Trump's announcement that the U.S. will allow up to 300,000 tons of ground beef to be imported tariff-free for 90 days is drawing sharp criticism.2 days ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Former Renton resident gets 15 years for sexual abuse of 4-year-old, production of abuse images
A former Renton resident was sentenced to 15 years in prison for crimes related to his abuse of a four-year-old and producing of images of child sexual abuse.2 days ago
Frank Sumrall
Victims identified in Oregon quintuple homicide as suspect found dead by suicide in Enumclaw
Authorities in Enumclaw found the man suspected in a quintuple homicide in Oregon dead inside a pickup truck.2 days ago
Manda Factor
WA law makes it ‘next to impossible’ to prosecute laser strikes on aircraft, King County prosecutors say
Hundreds of laser strikes on aircraft are reported in Washington each year, but prosecutors said the laws makes it nearly impossible to hold anyone accountable.2 days ago
Frank Lenzi
Train sparks quarter-mile brush fire along Port of Tacoma Road, damages utility poles
A passing train sparked a brush fire in Tacoma Monday, keeping fire crews busy during an already dangerously dry stretch across the region.2 days ago
James Lynch
Shooting leaves 70+ shell casings on Alki, no reported injuries
Seattle police are investigating a massive shooting near Alki Beach that left a condo and a parked van riddled with bullets but no reported injuries.2 days ago
James Lynch
1-year-old boy dies in Seattle apartment; mother arrested on suspicion of manslaughter
Seattle police are investigating the death of a one-year-old boy after he was found unresponsive in an apartment in the Atlantic neighborhood.2 days ago
Tim Hohl, KIRO Newsradio
WA closing in on 1 million acres burned as drought fuels one of state’s worst wildfire seasons
Washington’s drought is making an already busy wildfire season worse, and the outlook into fall is not encouraging.2 days ago
Jason Sutich
Man fires 20-30 rounds inside Monroe home, sets it on fire during mental health crisis
A 63-year-old man believed to be having a behavioral health crisis shot between 20 and 30 rounds inside his home and set it on fire last week in Monroe.2 days ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Amber Alert canceled after 1-year-old from Wenatchee located
An Amber Alert was canceled after a 1-year-old with significant medical needs was located.2 days ago
Jason Sutich
Encampment fire burns for hours along I-5 in Olympia before crews extinguish it
A fire broke out overnight in an encampment off northbound I-5 in Olympia and burned for roughly two hours before it was extinguished.2 days ago
Tyrah Majors, KIRO 7 News
Panda Fest adds enhanced security measures as thousands expected at Seattle Center
Panda Fest is returning to Seattle Center, bringing thousands of people together to celebrate Asian food, culture, and entertainment.2 days ago
Manda Factor
Gas prices hit record highs for August as Ukraine, Iran conflicts drive costs up
The national average price of gasoline stood at $4.05 a gallon Monday, the highest ever recorded this late in the calendar year.2 days ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Seattle opens bus-only lane on Denny Way
Changes are officially here for one of Seattle’s busiest bus corridors. Several blocks of Denny Way eastbound in Seattle are now bus-only.2 days ago
Jason Sutich
Fatal shooting at Lynnwood gas station leaves one dead, one in custody
A fatal shooting occurred at a Lynnwood gas station late Sunday night, with one victim sustaining several gunshot wounds.2 days ago
Frank Sumrall
Northbound I-5 reopens at Olive Way in downtown Seattle after Monday morning crash
All northbound I-5 lanes are clear at Olive Way in downtown Seattle after a crash occurred Monday morning.2 days ago
Associated Press
US and Canada fall deeper into a trade war with new tariffs as talks collapse and blame is spread
The U.S. and Canada fell deeper into a trade war Saturday marked by angry recriminations and new tariffs that are expected to raise prices for products in both countries.2 days ago
Frank Sumrall
Pierce County Sheriff Swank launches podcast, takes aim at law targeting elected sheriffs in debut episode
Pierce County Sheriff Keith Swank has officially launched a new podcast called "Uncuffed."2 days ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
1 dead, 3 hurt after car chase ends in crash near Federal Way
One person died, and three others were taken to the hospital Sunday morning because of a crash on I-5 near Federal Way.2 days ago
Tom Brock
EVACUATE NOW: Goat Fire spikes to Level 3 in Upper Cle Elum Valley
Authorities are ordering evacuations for a new fire, called the Goat Fire, in the Cle Elum Valley of the Cascade Mountains.3 days ago
