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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.
1 year ago
Ruston speeding tickets...
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.
1 year ago
bridge strikes english tests commercial trucking...
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.
1 year 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.
1 year 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.
1 year 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.
1 year 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.
1 year ago
seattle spog...
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.
1 year 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.
1 year 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.
1 year 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.
1 year 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.
1 year 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.
1 year 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.
1 year 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.
1 year ago
power outage puget sound windstorm...
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.
1 year ago
Stevens Pass fatal collision...
Jason Sutich

Gold Bar teen, adult killed in head-on collision at Stevens Pass

A tragic crash on Highway 2 at Stevens Pass resulted in the deaths of two Gold Bar residents, causing extensive road closures.
1 year ago
DUI Puyallup firetruck...
Jason Sutich

Suspected DUI driver slams into firetruck as crews battle Puyallup garage fire

A suspected DUI driver crashed into a firetruck in Puyallup while firefighters battled a garage fire, raising safety concerns.
1 year ago
Forks attempted murder...
Jason Sutich

2 Seattle men arrested for armed robbery in their own apartment building

Two men in Downtown Seattle were arrested Friday for armed robbery at their own apartment complex, shocking the community.
1 year ago
Seattle break in west precinct...
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show

‘Give them the dang money’: Gee backs SPD raise

Seattle police officers are poised to see a significant pay boost under a new four-year contract between the city and the Police Officers Guild.
1 year ago
Cougar Mountain Zoo’s lion cubs are stealing hearts (Credit: Cougar Mountain Zoo Facebook)...
MyNorthwest Staff

Tiny roars, big hearts: Meet Cougar Mountain’s adorable lion cubs!

Cougar Mountain Zoo has a brand-new pride! Three African lion cubs, two females and one male, have recently arrived from Tanganyika Wildlife Park, and they’re already stealing hearts.
1 year ago
(Photo: KIRO 7 News)...
KIRO 7 News Staff

One dead after tree falls at Halloween event in Pierce County

The Pierce County Sheriff’s Office says one person has died and several others are injured after a large tree fell on multiple booths at a trick-or-treat Halloween event at McKenna Park Saturday.
1 year ago
power atmospheric river wa...
Tom Brock

High winds and fallen trees: Utility crews working to restore power to thousands

Utility crews are out in full force this weekend, working to restore power to more than 150,000 thousand homes and businesses
1 year ago
Mariners playoffs recap...
Luke Duecy

KIRO Radio’s Luke Duecy gives tribute to ‘proud’ Mariners season

The Mariners’ recent season was an emotional roller coaster of joy and heartbreak, reminding fans why they keep coming back.
1 year ago