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Lake Stevens historical museum...
Jason Sutich

Lake Stevens unveils plans to begin construction on $4M historical museum this year

The City of Lake Stevens plans to start construction on a $4 million historical museum this year in downtown Lake Stevens.
1 year ago
Denny Blaine Park new plan...
Jason Sutich

Seattle unveils plan for clothing-optional zones in Denny Blaine Park amid controversy

The City of Seattle released a plan on Monday to reduce public nudity and other sexual acts at Denny Blaine Park following a court-granted injunction.
1 year ago
Puyallup police chase...
Jason Sutich

Domestic violence suspect rams patrol car, flees police in Puyallup chase

A Puyallup man accused of attacking his girlfriend led police on a chase throughout the city on Monday in Pierce County.
1 year ago
Peninsula light power outage Kitsap County...
Jason Sutich

Nearly 7,000 lose power in Kitsap County after truck hits Peninsula Light utility pole

Approximately 7,000 Peninsula Light Company customers lost power just before 9 p.m. Monday after a truck rolled over into a utility pole in Kitsap County.
1 year ago
Maple Valley Double Murder...
MyNorthwest Staff

Deputy staffing restored in King County precincts following budget boost

King County Sheriff's Office restores normal deputy levels after budget increase.
1 year ago
Diverging Diamond Interchange...
Chris Sullivan

New interchange is open but westbound I-90 traffic likely won’t improve for months

The state's new Diverging Diamond Interchange (DDI) at SR 18 is now open and will hopefully improve traffic and safety.
1 year ago
Katie Wilson seattle mayor john curley...
Julia Dallas

Seattle mayoral candidate Katie Wilson tops Harrell in poll, pushes housing to solve homelessness

Seattle mayoral candidate Katie Wilson prioritizes housing to combat homelessness, gaining momentum in the upcoming election.
1 year ago

Boeing’s fighter jet workers in the St. Louis area reject a contract offer

Over 3,200 Boeing union workers may strike after rejecting a proposed contract at St. Louis-area plants producing fighter jets.
1 year ago
missing Arlington man autism Jonathan Hoang...
Luke Duecy

Family of missing Arlington man with autism launches new search efforts

The family of Jonathan Hoang seeks help in locating him after his disappearance in late March. Join their efforts to find him.
1 year ago
shellfish...
Julia Dallas

Shellfish harvesting closed throughout western Washington

Shellfish harvesting is currently closed around western Washington.
1 year ago
seattle city council president sara nelson katie wilson budget...
Julia Dallas

Addiction treatment could get $40M boost from Seattle public safety tax

Seattle's Pathways to Recovery plan gains support for funding addiction treatment through public safety tax initiatives.
1 year ago
Tom Brock

A “Beastmode” moment: Marshawn Lynch joins Morgan Wallen at Lumen Field concert

One of Seattle’s most-beloved sports athletes, Marshawn Lynch, made a surprise appearance at the Morgan Wallen concert at Lumen Field Saturday night.
1 year ago
Tom Brock

Wrong-way crash kills two people on SR 410

Police say a DUI suspect driving the wrong way on State Route 410 caused a head-on crash that killed two people.
1 year ago
MyNorthwest Staff

Dog owners celebrate! Sound Transit to allow leashed dogs in 2026, mulling other pets

Dogs will finally be allowed to ride the light rail in 2026 after the Sound Transit Board voted in favor of the furry pets' inclusion Thursday afternoon.
1 year ago
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk

Expect noise: JBLM to conduct demolitions and artillery training all week

Beginning Monday evening, July 28, through Thursday night, July 31, Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM) will engage in demolitions and mortar training.
1 year ago
Tom Brock

Second fire department vehicle stolen in just a week

For the second time in a week, someone stole a vehicle from a Snohomish County fire department and crashed it.
1 year ago
MyNorthwest Staff

Booking restrictions active for Thurston County jail after facility reaches max capacity

The Thurston County Sheriff's Office has booking restrictions in place for the county jail after the sheriff, Derek Sanders, claimed the detention facility is running out of space.
1 year ago
Jason Sutich

Seattle man caught with fentanyl and gun on way to DOC meeting convicted

A Seattle man was convicted for fentanyl distribution and firearm possession, highlighting ongoing drug enforcement challenges.
1 year ago
KIRO 7 News Staff

‘History is going up in front of our eyes:’ The storied past of Pier 58 and the aquarium space

Pier 58 has reopened after years of renovations, and it’s just one piece of the puzzle of Seattle’s Waterfront Park.
1 year ago
KIRO Newsradio staff

Gunmaker sues Washington’s police academy over P320 pistol ban

Sig Sauer challenges the Washington Police Academy's ban on the P320 pistol, citing safety concerns as the core issue.
1 year ago
Frank Lenzi

Search for Travis Decker being scaled back

The search for Travis Decker has been scaled back due to a decline in new leads, according to the Chelan County Sheriff’s Office.
1 year ago
Frank Lenzi

RV allegedly involved in fatal Skyway hit-and-run found, suspect arrested

King County authorities are asking for the public’s help in locating a recreational vehicle involved in a fatal hit-and-run Thursday night in the Skyway neighborhood.
1 year ago
Frank Lenzi

Missing baby in Kitsap County found, Amber Alert canceled

An Amber Alert has been canceled for a missing baby in Kitsap County.
1 year ago
woman suing navy over blue angels...
Julia Dallas

‘I’m a very spiteful, vengeful person’: Woman warns Navy she won’t drop Blue Angels cat death lawsuit

Seattle woman stands firm in lawsuit against U.S. Navy over Blue Angels noise leading to her cat's death.
1 year ago