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Kent missing man Brandon Ensminger...
Jason Sutich

Kent police seek public’s help to find missing vulnerable man

The Kent Police Department seeks public assistance to a vulnerable man reported missing in Kent.
1 year ago
mariners T-Mobile Park survey street preachers...
Jason Sutich

Mariners survey fans on street preachers outside T-Mobile Park amid complaints

The Seattle Mariners launches a survey to gather public feedback on street preachers amid rising noise complaints outside T-Mobile Park.
1 year ago
Clallam County rollover crash US 101...
Julia Dallas

Pilot rescued after experimental plane crashes in Chehalis

A pilot was successfully rescued following an experimental plane crash in Chehalis, highlighting the challenges of aviation safety.
1 year ago
Washington Supreme Court Justice Mary Yu...
Frank Lenzi

Washington Supreme Court Justice Mary Yu to retire

Washington Supreme Court Justice Mary Yu will retire at the end of 2025, creating a vacancy in the state's highest court.
1 year ago
pouring wine - university village...
Julia Dallas

Grab a bite: Chic new dining spot soft opens Friday

Discover DeLille En Ville, the ideal hangout in University Village, opening this Friday for a chic dining experience.
1 year ago
Mariners Cheetos Rick Rizz Etsy Witch...
Jason Sutich

‘It’s the lucky Cheetos’: Rick Rizzs credits his own superstition for the Mariners recent success

Discover how Rick Rizzs' superstition boosted the Mariners' playoff hopes and transformed their season in September.
1 year ago
Alaska Airlines IT outage...
Jason Sutich

Alaska Airlines passenger found guilty of abusive sexual contact with minor on Seattle flight

A 28-year-old man faces justice for abusive contact with a minor aboard an Alaska Airlines flight from Alaska to Seattle.
1 year ago
space needle 911...
Brooke Griffin, KIRO 7

Local firefighters climb Space Needle steps in remembrance of 9/11

Local fire departments ascend Space Needle steps to commemorate 343 first responders who made the ultimate sacrifice on 9/11.
1 year ago
South Hill Pierce County...
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk

Pierce County deputies continue to investigate standoff, shooting

Pierce County deputies are currently engaged in a standoff with a shooting suspect in South Hill Thursday morning.
1 year ago
Elon Musk Seattle xAI new office...
Jason Sutich

Elon Musk’s xAI joins Seattle’s AI boom with new Seattle-area office plans

Elon Musk's xAI announces plans for a new office in Seattle, marking a significant expansion in the growing AI landscape.
1 year ago
charlie kirk fbi...
Associated Press

FBI releases photos of a person of interest in Charlie Kirk’s assassination

The FBI released photos of a person of interest in the shooting of Charlie Kirk as investigators are appealing to the public for tips.
1 year ago
bellevue murder suspect...
MyNorthwest Staff

Bellevue murder suspect still on the run after July killing, may have fled the state

A man charged with murder and robbery for beating another man to death at a makeshift campsite in July is still on the loose, and may have even left the state.
1 year ago
gig harbor stealing mail...
Frank Sumrall

Man arrested for stealing mail using an official USPS master key in Gig Harbor

A man was arrested in Gig Harbor for allegedly using an official USPS master key to steal mail from residents across the city.
1 year ago
9/11...
KIRO 7 News Staff

24 years later: Local 9/11 memorial events

Included are some of the events happening around our region to remember those who lost their lives in 9/11 and the countless first responders who risked theirs to save others.
1 year ago
Ferndale Outlaws Saloon closing...
Jason Sutich

‘Never just a bar’: Popular tavern prepares to close after 14 years

Ferndale bids farewell to Outlaws Saloon, a downtown staple for 14 years, as the beloved venue announces its closing.
1 year ago
washington interchange...
Chris Sullivan

Massive girders installed for Washington’s newest freeway interchange

The latest freeway overpass in Washington requires lane closures for installation.
1 year ago
wildfire Washington sugarloaf evacuations...
Heather Bosch

Central Washington wildfire continues to grow, Level 2 evacuations issued

The Sugarloaf Fire in central Washington grows, affecting thousands of acres as it continues to spread near Leavenworth.
1 year ago
voting - department of justice...
Heather Bosch

U.S. Department of Justice wants your personal voting data

Washington's Secretary of State confirms the U.S. Department of Justice's request for personal data on all voters in the state.
1 year ago
WA Health Exchange...
Aaron Granillo

Buy insurance through WA Health Exchange? Prepare for sticker shock

Health insurance premiums in Washington's market rise 21% in 2026. Learn how to navigate the WA Health Exchange effectively.
1 year ago
Denver...
Associated Press

3 teens killed in shooting at suburban Denver high school, including suspected shooter

A shooting at a suburban Denver high school killed three teens, including the suspected shooter, authorities reported.
1 year ago
pipe bomb bremerton...
Jason Sutich

Pipe bomb discovered in Bremerton home following resident’s death

A pipe bomb was discovered beneath a bed in Bremerton, linked to the recent death of a local man, raising community concerns.
1 year ago
Photo: Damage is seen in a neighbourhood in Issaquah, Wash., Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024, after a 'bom...
Ted Buehner

Preparing for PNW fall: September winds mark storm season’s return

La Niña impacts Pacific Northwest storms, leading to heavy rain and windstorms this fall. Prepare for significant weather changes.
1 year ago
Charlie Kirk...
Frank Sumrall

Charlie Kirk dies after being shot at Utah university; Person of interest in custody

Charlie Kirk, a rightwing activist and media personality, was allegedly shot Wednesday while hosting an event on a college campus in Utah.
1 year ago
Kirkland mother and daughter stabbed...
Frank Lenzi

‘You ruined my life’: New details released about stabbing of Kirkland mother and daughter

A mother and her adult daughter were stabbed inside their Kirkland apartment Thursday night. The mother died, police said.
1 year ago