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Frank Sumrall

Seattle confirms Shon Barnes as police chief, pledges full SPD staffing by 2027

With his appointment as Seattle's top cop now official, he vowed that staffing in the Seattle Police Department (SPD) will be at full capacity by 2027.

1 year ago

Jason Sutich

Pro boxer Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. arrested by ICE over cartel ties 4 days after sparring with Jake Paul

Pro boxer Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. faces expedited removal due to illegal status and alleged cartel connections in the U.S.

1 year ago

Jason Sutich

Amazon Prime members can save big at the pump ahead of Prime Day

Enjoy exclusive gas discounts for Amazon Prime members from July 3-6. Save big at the pump ahead of Prime Day!

1 year ago

Frank Sumrall

Apple Acres Fire near Chelan grows to 2,000 acres; evacuations, highway closures ordered

The fire, dubbed the Apple Acres Fire, started at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, according to the Chelan County Emergency Management.

1 year ago

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Zizian cult member accused in border patrol killing wants death penalty decision postponed

A woman tied to a Zizian cult who was charged in the death of a U.S. Border Patrol agent in Vermont wants to delay the government’s decision regarding the death penalty.

1 year ago

Jason Sutich

Oscar Mayer turkey bacon recall: More than 367,000 pounds pulled for possible listeria contamination

Kraft Heinz recalls over 367,000 pounds of turkey bacon due to potential Listeria contamination. Stay informed and safe.

1 year ago

Frank Sumrall

1 dead, 1 injured in early-morning shooting at Glen Acres golf course near Burien

An early-morning shooting near Burien killed one person and injured another, the King County Sheriff's Office confirmed.

1 year ago

Charlie Harger

King County Assessor booked into jail amid stalking allegations tied to ex-fiancée

King County Assessor John Arthur Wilson was booked into the King County Jail overnight on suspicion of stalking and violating a court order.

1 year ago

Frank Sumrall

Overnight shooting in Capitol Hill seriously injures 1 person

SPD officers are investigating a shooting that seriously injured a 29-year-old man in Seattle's Capitol Hill neighborhood Thursday morning.

1 year ago

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Paul Holden

Where to celebrate the Fourth of July in western Washington

Discover top spots in Western Washington for a memorable Fourth of July celebration with fireworks and festivities.

1 year ago

Jason Sutich

AAA: Seattle among top 3 Fourth of July travel destinations

Discover why Seattle is a premier Fourth of July spot according to AAA's latest travel booking data.

1 year ago

Heather Bosch

Fireworks, picnics … and blood donations

This holiday, local blood banks urge you to make a patriotic impact through blood donations.

1 year ago

Jason Sutich

43 businesses may face displacement as Tacoma light rail station unanimously approved

Sound Transit Board's unanimous decision may displace 43 businesses for new Tacoma Dome Link station, impacting local economy.

1 year ago

MyNorthwest Staff

What’s open on the Fourth of July in Washington?

Discover which attractions and establishments are open this Independence Day in Washington for your holiday plans.

1 year ago

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs is denied bail after mixed verdict clears him of top charges in sex crimes case

A judge declined Wednesday to grant bail to Sean “Diddy” Combs, potentially allowing the hip-hop mogul to be freed to await sentencing in his sex crimes case. The bond decision came after a jury convicted Combs of federal prostitution-related offenses but acquitted him of sex trafficking and racketeering charges. Combs, 55, has been behind bars […]

1 year ago

Jason Sutich

$6M settlement reached in Manny Ellis case, Tacoma police custody death in 2020

Tacoma settles lawsuit with Manny Ellis' family after his 2020 death in police custody.

1 year ago

Jason Sutich

Despite national layoffs, Meta ramps up Bellevue hiring by about 1,800 employees

Meta expands its Bellevue team by 50%, now accounting for 3.28% of the local workforce. Discover the implications of this growth.

1 year ago

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Frank Sumrall

Former police chief who oversaw Bryan Kohberger case named West Richland Police Chief

James Fry, a former chief of the Moscow Police Department, has accepted the position to lead the West Richland Police Department in Washington.

1 year ago

MyNorthwest Staff

Bryan Kohberger pleads guilty to murdering 4 University of Idaho students, avoids death penalty

Bryan Kohberger pleaded guilty to murdering four University of Idaho students as part of a deal to avoid the death penalty. He pleaded guilty to all five counts in the indictment: four counts of murder and one count of burglary. Judge Hippler: “Are you pleading guilty because you are guilty?” Bryan Kohberger: “Yes.” — Gary […]

1 year ago

MyNorthwest Staff

SWAT called to Marysville after ‘serious assault’ Wednesday morning

A SWAT team swarmed a neighborhood in Marysville just after 5 a.m. Wednesday, arresting a suspect after an alleged "serious assault" took place.

1 year ago

MICHAEL R. SISAK and LARRY NEUMEISTER, The Associated Press

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs acquitted of most serious charges, convicted of a prostitution-related offense

Sean "Diddy" Combs was convicted of a prostitution-related offense but acquitted Wednesday of sex trafficking and racketeering charges that could have put one of hip-hop’s most celebrated figures behind bars for life.