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I-001 parents bill of rights...
Frank Sumrall

Parents’ bill of rights initiative I-001 still trails in early returns

Initial results show Initiative 001 narrowly trailing, with 52.77% of votes counted opposed and 47.23% in favor. The measure seeks to restore the original 2024 parents’ bill of rights by undoing changes made by the Washington Legislature last year.
24 hours ago
millionaires tax I-645...
Frank Sumrall

Updated results show Washington voters continue to reject millionaires’ tax repeal

Initial results show Washington voters favoring keeping the state’s new tax on household income above $1 million, with Initiative 645, which would repeal it, trailing.
24 hours ago
Renton pulls plug on Flock camera contract amid privacy debate...
Regan Gallo-Fenz

Renton pulls plug on Flock camera contract amid privacy debate

Over two dozen Flock Safety licenses within the City of Renton expired on Monday and were not renewed after a year long debate.
1 day ago
After canceled debate, Mosqueda leads in King Co. District 8 race against Duda...
Regan Gallo-Fenz

After canceled debate, Mosqueda leads in King Co. District 8 race against Duda

Incumbent Teresa Mosqueda leads political newcomer Nick Duda in the latest vote returns for the King County Council District Eight seat.
1 day ago
Heywood and Ferguson...
Luke Duecy

Washington millionaires’ tax survives early I-645 vote as Gov. Ferguson, Brian Heywood trade shots

Washington's biggest tax fight in decades, over the millionaires' tax, is shifting from the ballot box to the courtroom.
1 day ago
Olympia Capitol - Olympia Capitol - Washington's clemency board...
Julia Dallas

4 Democratic-backed Supreme Court candidates lead in early results; Republican-backed candidate narrowly ahead

Four Democrat-backed candidates for the Washington State Supreme Court are leading in early election results.
1 day ago
Kotek Holds Off Drazan, Wins another term as Oregon Governor...
Regan Gallo-Fenz

Kotek Holds off Drazan, wins another term as Oregon Governor

Democratic incumbent Tina Kotek has won another term, ensuring stable leadership for Oregon over the next four years.
1 day ago
Ohio...

Democrat Amy Acton defeats Vivek Ramaswamy in Ohio governor’s race

Dr. Amy Acton delivered an upset victory in the race for Ohio governor, overcoming more than $100 million spent against her.
1 day ago
Mason County SWAT barricade...
MyNorthwest Staff

Mason County deputies search for armed and dangerous suspect in Shelton shooting

The Mason County Sheriff's Office SWAT Team is actively responding to a barricaded suspect near Walnut Street in Shelton.
1 day ago
Pierce County sheriff criticizes President Trump for Republican setbacks, warns WA red voters...
Regan Gallo-Fenz

Pierce County sheriff criticizes President Trump for Republican setbacks, warns WA’s red voters

One day after the 2026 Midterm Election, Pierce County Sheriff Keith Swank criticizes President Donald Trump on X for Republican setbacks for election results.
1 day ago
Midterms launch wave of historic...

Midterms launch wave of historic firsts for some states — and for the nation

Yes, the 2026 midterms will be remembered for the astonishing number of losses that Democrats handed to President Donald Trump.
1 day ago
Auburn shooting arrest...
James Lynch

2 women escape injury after suspects allegedly open fire in Auburn

Two suspects, including an adult male and a juvenile, were arrested after a shooting in Auburn shortly after midnight on Oct. 30, according to police.
1 day ago
monroe bird flu...
Jack Bilyeau, KIRO 7

More than 30 birds dead after suspected avian flu outbreak in Monroe

The City of Monroe is tracking a suspected avian flu outbreak at Lake Tye Park. More than 30 dead birds have been recovered so far.
1 day ago
Man chased, stabbed in Shoreline; suspects on the loose...
KIRO 7 News Staff

Man chased, stabbed in Shoreline; suspects on the loose

Deputies are searching for two suspects after a man was allegedly chased and stabbed in Shoreline early Wednesday morning.
1 day ago
Spokane shooting deputy...
MyNorthwest Staff

Spokane sheriff deputy dies from injuries, another not expected to survive after Tuesday shooting

A domestic violence shooting killed three people and critically injured two Spokane County Sheriff's Office deputies Tuesday afternoon, KHQ reported.
1 day ago
Bremerton hit-and-run...
Jason Sutich

Bremerton police seek driver after hit-and-run leaves pedestrian in critical condition

Bremerton Police have asked for assistance in identifying the suspects involved in a hit-and-run incident that left a pedestrian with life-threatening injuries.
1 day ago
spain wa train crash...
KIRO 7 News Staff

College students from Washington severely injured in Spain train collision

Two college students from Washington state attending California Polytechnic State University were severely injured in a high-speed train crash in Spain.
1 day ago
seattle revel restaurant close...
Regan Gallo-Fenz

Last call for Revel: Seattle diners have until Dec. 20 before doors close

Fans of Fremont's Revel restaurant have until Dec. 20 to dine one last time. The Korean-inspired restaurant has been serving Seattle customers for 16 years.
2 days ago
Seattle transit measure...
MyNorthwest Staff

Seattle transit measure leads with more than 72% support in early results

Seattle’s transit measure renewal held a commanding lead in early election results, with more than 72% of votes counted in favor.
2 days ago
Florida...

Republican Byron Donalds is elected Florida’s first Black governor

Republican Rep. Byron Donalds was elected Florida’s first Black governor on Tuesday.
2 days ago
Cooper North Carolina...

Cooper flips Senate seat in North Carolina as Democrats win in Georgia and New Hampshire

Democrats flipped a Senate seat in North Carolina and won races in Georgia and New Hampshire as they tried to recapture majorities in Congress.
2 days ago
Keisha Lance Bottoms...

Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms makes history in Georgia as first Black woman to be elected governor

Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms was elected governor of Georgia, making history as the first Black woman to be elected governor in the U.S.
2 days ago
Burien shooting puppy...
Frank Lenzi

Man charged with murder after alleged shooting over puppy dispute in Burien

A 33-year-old man is charged with murder and assault after allegedly shooting two men and killing one at a Burien home last month during a dispute over a puppy.
2 days ago
Harbor seal...
Brooke Griffin, KIRO 7 News

Harbor seal goes home after four months in the hospital

Puget Sound now has a new tenant: a rehabbed harbor seal named Machaca!
2 days ago