Jake Chapman, KIRO 7 News
KIRO 7 interview: Witness recounts seeing Spokane arson suspect minutes before wildfires spark
A 37-year-old man faces first-degree arson charges and is being held on a $1 million bond for allegedly starting a wildfire that destroyed hundreds of homes near Spokane.1 month ago
Jason Sutich
Mariners celebrate ‘Hot Jimothy Summer’ with special night honoring viral raccoon
The Mariners will tip their cap to Jimothy on Aug. 5, hosting a special "Jimothy Night" at T-Mobile Park when the team faces the Detroit Tigers at 6:40 p.m.1 month ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Washington breaks ground on first new ferry in 11 years, three hybrid-electric vessels ordered
Governor Bob Ferguson announced construction is underway on the state's first new ferry in 11 years, stating a third hybrid-electric vessel has now been added to the order.1 month ago
Frank Sumrall
Shots fired at Tacoma Walmart as officer wrestles shoplifting suspect to ground, shooter remains on the loose
The Tacoma Police Department is searching for a driver who fired gunshots during a chaotic arrest at a local Walmart Tuesday night.1 month ago
Lexi Herda, KIRO 7 News
Docs: Man accused of starting Spokane-area fire arrested with fanny pack full of matches
Newly obtained court documents detail the moment a man was arrested, accused of starting a fire that’s wreaking havoc in the Spokane area.1 month ago
Frank Sumrall
Trump-endorsed McKinney, Democrat Duresky advance in WA-4 primary to replace Newhouse
Republican Amanda McKinney and Democrat John Duresky are set to advance to the November general election for the recently vacated Washington Congressional District 4 seat.1 month ago
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.1 month 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.1 month 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 month 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 month 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 month 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 month 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 month 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 month 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 month 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 month 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 month 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 month 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 month 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 month 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 month 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.1 month 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.1 month ago
