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Frank Sumrall

Thousands of PNW Kaiser Permanente workers picket amid nationwide strike

Thousands of Kaiser Permanente healthcare workers are walking off the job Tuesday morning in one of the biggest national healthcare strikes of 2025.
1 year ago
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Frank Sumrall

Elementary teacher arrested in Coulee Dam for crimes against children

A 42-year-old elementary school teacher was arrested after an undercover sting revealed the instructor was communicating with a minor for "immoral purposes."
1 year ago
Fred Meyer tacoma free transit close...
Jason Sutich

Everett offers 6 months of free transit to grocery stores after Fred Meyer closures

Everett launches free Transit Route 12 service to grocery stores for six months after local Fred Meyer closures.
1 year ago
SR 167 tolling system...
Chris Sullivan

Honor system ends with new SR 167 tolling system

Get ready for the upcoming SR 167 tolling system change. Prepare now for the first update in 17 years.
1 year ago
Reptile Zoo Monroe...
Julia Dallas

Jake and Spike make scaly friend as local reptile zoo announces reopening

The Reptile Zoo in Monroe reverses its closure plans and reopens this November after nearly 30 years of captivating visitors.
1 year ago
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Julia Dallas

VIDEO: Possible tornado rips roof off, damages 4 buildings in Longview

A possible tornado struck Longview, damaging four buildings, vehicles, and trees on Sunday.
1 year ago
Adam Smith Palestine...
Julia Dallas

‘Keep pressure on all parties’: WA rep. outlines path to rebuild Palestine while containing Hamas

WA Rep. Adam Smith outlines a strategic path for Palestine's recovery post-war, emphasizing hope and reconstruction efforts.
1 year ago
Seattle hiring police grant...
Frank Lenzi

2 people’s faces slashed, one man arrested in Seattle

A 53-year-old man was arrested for slashing two individuals' faces in Seattle's Pioneer Square early Monday morning.
1 year ago
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Jason Sutich

Seattle Fire Department among nation’s highest starting salaries

Explore how SFD's $98,124 salary for Fire Recruits ranks among the best in the nation.
1 year ago
Mariners superstitions...
KIRO Newsradio staff

From downing Cheetos to growing out beards: KIRO Newsradio’s wild Mariners superstitions

Explore unique Mariners superstitions as fans rally for the team’s World Series dreams against the Blue Jays.
1 year ago
oregon active shooter...
Jason Sutich

Loaded rifle falls from car in Pioneer Square, 29-year-old arrested

A 29-year-old man was arrested Sunday morning after a loaded rifle fell out of his vehicle in Pioneer Square.
1 year ago
Police are investigating two separate assaults that took place Saturday morning in Pioneer Square. ...
Jason Sutich

Woman’s boyfriend attacks her ex-boyfriend with machete in Ballard, suspect at large

SPD investigates machete attack involving a woman's ex-boyfriend in Ballard, suspect remains at large after incident.
1 year ago
Fatal fire in Graham....
Frank Lenzi

2 dead after house fire in Graham

A house fire in Graham resulted in one fatality, as reported by Central Pierce Fire and Rescue.
1 year ago
government shutdown...
Frank Sumrall

Government shutdown could be the longest ever, Speaker Johnson warns

Republican Speaker Mike Johnson predicted Monday the federal government shutdown may become the longest in history.
1 year ago
Mariners playoff menu items...
Jason Sutich

Mariners add 4 new menu items for ALCS games at T-Mobile Park

Discover four exciting new food options at T-Mobile Park for the ALCS games, enhancing your game day experience.
1 year ago
naked bike riders Portland trump...
JENNY KANE and CHRISTOPHER WEBER, THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

Naked bike riders demonstrate against federal troops in ‘quintessentially Portland’ protest

Protesters rallying against the Trump administration in Portland put the city’s quirky and irreverent reputation on display Sunday by pedaling through the streets wearing absolutely nothing.
1 year ago
Mariners watch parties...
Julia Dallas

Here’s where people are watching the Mariners ALCS Game 2

Join the Mariners watch parties across western Washington for Game 2 and support your team.
1 year ago
lynnwood drone footage arrest...
Jason Sutich

VIDEO: Drone spots suspect on roof after Lynnwood chase, 3 arrested

A pursuit of a car with stolen license plates netted three arrests on Sept. 23, with a suspect being found on the roof of an residence by a drone in Lynnwood.
1 year ago
Puyallup Pierce County...
Tom Brock

Shootout on South Hill: Deputies, domestic violence suspect exchange gunfire in Puyallup

Pierce County deputies were involved in a shootout with a domestic violence suspect at a home on Puyallup's South Hill Sunday.
1 year ago
fire seattle South Delridge...
MyNorthwest Staff

Fire breaks out in Seattle’s South Delridge neighborhood

Seattle firefighters battled a fire in the city's South Delridge neighborhood Monday morning.
1 year ago
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Frank Sumrall

Ammonia leak at factory prompted early morning shelter-in-place order for Burlington residents

An ammonia leak reported at Scoular Factory led to a shelter-in-place order for many residents in Burlington residents early Monday morning.
1 year ago
thurston county jail fight inmate deputies...
Frank Sumrall

Deputies, inmate injured in chaotic fight inside Thurston County Jail

A violent fight broke out inside the Thurston County jail last weekend, according to the Thurston County Sheriff's Office.
1 year ago
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SAMY MAGDY, SAM MEDNICK and AAMER MADHANI, THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

Israel and Hamas agree to part of Trump’s Gaza peace plan, will free hostages and prisoners

Israel and Hamas agreed Wednesday to pause fighting in Gaza so that the remaining hostages there can be freed in the coming days in exchange for Palestinian prisoners.
1 year ago
Seattle renters...
Julia Dallas

Nearly half of Seattle renters switch apartments in less than 2 years, study finds

A study found that nearly half of Seattle renters switch apartments in less than two years.
1 year ago