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coast guard rescues man near olympia...
Aaron Granillo

Coast Guard helicopter rescues man from swampland near Olympia

A U.S. Coast Guard crew successfully saved a man trapped in a marsh near Olympia.
1 year ago
Lewis County non-sanctuary...
Jason Sutich

Lewis County declares itself a ‘non-sanctuary’ county after unanimous vote

Lewis County commissioners declare the region a non-sanctuary city following a unanimous vote at the courthouse in Chehalis.
1 year ago
7-eleven free slurpee...
Jason Sutich

7-Eleven celebrates birthday with free Slurpees on 7/11

Join 7-Eleven's 98th birthday celebration by enjoying free Slurpees. Don't miss this tasty offer available on 7/11!
1 year ago
walmart...

Walmart recalls 850,000 water bottles after 2 consumers suffer vision loss from ejecting lids

Walmart recalls 850,000 water bottles after reports of lid ejections causing serious injuries, including vision loss in consumers.
1 year ago
Bellevue water main break...
Jason Sutich

Water main break closes Eastbound SE Newport Way in Bellevue

Bellevue Fire Department reported multiple road closures in Bellevue due to a water main break. Stay updated for more information.
1 year ago
power outage south seattle...
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk

Power outage hits more than 1,200 in South Seattle’s Skyway neighborhood

Early Friday morning, the South Seattle Skyway neighborhood suffered a power outage affecting more than 1,200 people.
1 year ago
T-Mobile...
Frank Sumrall

DOJ approves T-Mobile’s $4.4 billion acquisition of U.S. Cellular

The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has cleared T-Mobile's $4.4 billion acquisition of U.S. Cellular, closing its investigation into the merger.
1 year ago
drug bust Hoquiam...
Frank Sumrall

6 arrested in Hoquiam drug bust after undercover operation

Six people were arrested after the Drug Task Force with the Grays Harbor County Sheriff’s Office conducted an undercover drug investigation.
1 year ago
republic services trash strike teamsters...
Frank Sumrall

Disruptions to trash collection could expand to Seattle, Bellevue as Lacey strike continues

A strike by trash collectors is spreading across Western Washington, meaning tens of thousands of residents could have their trash service disrupted.
1 year ago
Seattle hiring police grant...
Julia Dallas

Arizona man sentenced to prison for traveling to WA to have sex with fake minor

An Arizona man receives prison time for traveling to Washington to engage in sexual acts with a fictitious minor.
1 year ago
police drone SPD king county...
Luke Duecy

As SPD relies on borrowed tech, King County prosecutor warns of legal and privacy tradeoffs

Explore the implications of SPD's reliance on borrowed tech in King County, highlighting legal and privacy tradeoffs in recent incidents.
1 year ago
Seattle weekend events...
Paul Holden

Live music, outdoor theater, and seafood BBQ: What to do in Seattle this weekend

Experience a vibrant weekend in Seattle with live music, outdoor theater, and seafood BBQ, despite ongoing construction challenges.
1 year ago
Washington state ferries wenatchee hybrid-electric ferry sea trials...
James Lynch

Washington State Ferries launches largest hybrid-electric ferry in North America

Discover how Washington State Ferries leads with the largest hybrid-electric ferry in North America, enhancing eco-friendly travel.
1 year ago
opioid settlements Oxycodone pain pill...
Julia Dallas

Washington could receive $16 million as part of nationwide opioid settlements

Washington stands to gain $16 million from nationwide opioid settlements, aiding efforts to combat the ongoing crisis.
1 year ago
King County Assessor John Wilson gps monitor...
Julia Dallas

King County Assessor John Wilson suspends campaign for county executive

John Wilson, King County Assessor, halts his campaign for county executive amid allegations he violated a restraining order.
1 year ago
Amazon layoffs seattle employees office space...
Jason Sutich

‘Still early in the event’: Amazon defends 41% Prime Day sales drop report

Amazon reports $7 billion in sales on day one, down 41% from last year, addressing concerns over declining momentum in Prime Day events.
1 year ago
southbound sr 167 wsdot...
Nate Connors

Southbound SR 167 to remain open this weekend

The Washington Department of Transportation (WSDOT) has decided to keep Southbound SR 167 open this weekend amid a flurry of upcoming highway closures.
1 year ago
lacey man arrested...
Frank Sumrall

Man arrested in Lacey for seventh time in last 14 months

The Lacey Police Department confirmed it arrested a man for the seventh time in the last 14 months.
1 year ago
big oil lawsuit climate change heat dome...
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk

Seattle family sues Big Oil over 2021 heat dome death

The family claimed climate change caused the extreme heat that killed Leon. The lawsuit was filed by Julie Leon's daughter.
1 year ago
Microsoft Outlook outage...
Jason Sutich

Microsoft Outlook users report more than 2,700 outages

Microsoft Outlook experienced major outages, disrupting user access from Wednesday night to Thursday morning.
1 year ago
Planned Parenthood Bob Ferguson big beautiful bill...
Jason Sutich

WA to fund Medicaid gap for Planned Parenthood after ‘big, beautiful bill’ passage

Washington State will bridge Medicaid funding gaps post-federal cuts, Governor Ferguson announces, ensuring support for Planned Parenthood.
1 year ago
sr 2 head-on DUI crash 5 people killed...
Frank Sumrall

Two teens, including one 15-year-old, arrested after 17-year-old girl stabbed in West Seattle

The Marysville Police Department arrested two teenagers in connection with the stabbing of a 17-year-old girl in West Seattle last weekend.
1 year ago
fife five arrested...
Frank Sumrall

5 detained, one arrested after two people were shot near Motel 6 in Fife

Five suspects have been arrested after two people were shot early Thursday morning in Fife.
1 year ago
13-year-old boy hero drowning everett...
Brooke Griffin, KIRO 7 News

13-year-old boy being called a hero for quick actions in Everett near-drowning

Everett Firefighters say an 11-year-old boy is recovering after he fell off the Thornton Park dock and got caught underwater for several minutes.
1 year ago