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American pride record low...
Jason Sutich

American pride across the nation falls to all-time low in 2025, study finds

A Gallup study reveals a historic decline in American pride, with fewer adults feeling extremely proud to be American.
1 year ago
lil woody's seattle burger chain...
MyNorthwest Staff

Popular Seattle burger chain expanding to another city in western WA

A renowned Seattle burger and shake chain announces its exciting expansion to another city in western Washington.
1 year ago
Falls Creek 17 year old hiker...
Jason Sutich

17-year-old hiker dies after 30-foot fall at Falls Creek

A 17-year-old female hiker died after a 30-foot fall at Falls Creek Falls, highlighting the dangers of popular hiking spots.
1 year ago
child care wa income...
Frank Sumrall

Study: WA families spend third-highest percentage of income on child care

Washington residents spend the third-highest percentage of their income on child care in the nation, according to a WalletHub study.
1 year ago
ICE using health care data...
Heather Bosch

AG Nick Brown joins lawsuit, says you shouldn’t be deported just for seeing a doctor

AG Nick Brown opposes using health data for deportation, advocating for patient privacy in Washington's multi-state lawsuit.
1 year ago
Travis Decker search...
Julia Dallas

Dead or alive? Authorities still unsure as Travis Decker manhunt reaches week 5

Authorities persist in the search for Travis Decker, accused of killing his daughters near Leavenworth.
1 year ago
Clark County data lawsuit...
Jason Sutich

Residents file lawsuits claiming Clark County mishandled private information in data breach

Residents accuse Clark County of failing to protect private information in a recent data breach, prompting legal action.
1 year ago
Diddy trial...
Associated Press

Jury reaches verdict on 4 of 5 counts in Diddy trial, judge indicates they’ll keep deliberating

The jury has reached a partial verdict in the Diddy trial, deciding on four out of five counts against Sean Combs.
1 year ago
campfire ban north cascades...
Frank Sumrall

North Cascades imposes full campfire ban ahead of July 4 due to fire danger

Campfires in "all portions" have been banned in the North Cascades National Park, the National Park Service confirmed Monday.
1 year ago
Jonathan Hoang missing...
Jason Sutich

Surveillance footage spurs Kirkland area search for man with autism missing since March

A potential sighting of missing Jonathan Hoang prompts renewed efforts in the Kirkland area to locate the 21-year-old Arlington man.
1 year ago
trump big beautiful bill senate...
Associated Press

Senate passes Trump’s ‘big, beautiful’ tax bill as Vance breaks 50-50 tie

Senate Republicans hauled President Donald Trump’s big tax breaks and spending cuts bill to passage Tuesday on the narrowest of votes, pushing past opposition from Democrats and their own GOP ranks after a turbulent overnight session.
1 year ago
Voodoo doughnuts Bellevue new location...
Jason Sutich

Voodoo Doughnut brings its iconic pastry treats to Bellevue

Voodoo Doughnut announces its newest location in Bellevue, offering iconic pastry treats to the Washington community.
1 year ago
Boeing CFO...
Jason Sutich

Boeing appoints former Lockheed Martin CFO Jay Malave as company’s newest chief financial officer

Boeing names former Lockheed Martin CFO Jay Malave as its new chief financial officer, ensuring strong financial leadership.
1 year ago
costco lululemon...
MyNorthwest Staff

Lululemon suing Costco for selling ‘confusingly similar’ clothes that misleads shoppers

Lululemon is suing Costco, accusing the retailer of selling "confusingly similar" replicas of its clothing, including jackets, sweatshirts, and pants.
1 year ago
Fourth of July injuries...
Heather Bosch

Americans prepare for Fourth of July; Harborview doctors prepare for injuries

As Independence Day approaches, Harborview Medical Center braces for an influx of patients due to Fourth of July injuries.
1 year ago
Bryan Kohberger guilty...

Bryan Kohberger to plead guilty to murder in Idaho student stabbings to avoid death penalty

Bryan Kohberger has agreed to plead guilty to murdering four University of Idaho students as part of a deal to avoid the death penalty, an attorney for one victim's family said.
1 year ago
Washington gas prices gas tax...
Jason Sutich

Washington’s newest gas tax raises already nation-leading prices

Washington's gas prices are nearly 40% above the national average, impacting residents significantly, says AAA.
1 year ago
Richard Sherman...
James Lynch

Retired Seahawk Richard Sherman pleads not guilty to DUI

Retired Seattle Seahawk Richard Sherman pleads not guilty for a DUI charge.
1 year ago
Bryan Kohberger guilty...
Julia Dallas

Bryan Kohberger agrees to plead guilty to killing 4 Idaho college students

Bryan Kohberger has agreed to plead guilty in the case of four Idaho college students, as reported by ABC News.
1 year ago
flu vaccine...
Heather Bosch

RFK Jr.’s hand-picked ACIP panel endorses flu vaccines that don’t contain thimerosal

The Trump administration’s new vaccine advisers endorsed this fall's flu vaccines late last week, but only those that don't contain the ingredient thimerosal.
1 year ago
seattle children's...
Julia Dallas

Seattle Children’s resident charged with drug theft, allegedly used during shifts

A Seattle Children's resident faces criminal charges for drug theft as part of a nationwide health care fraud crackdown.
1 year ago
pierce county abuse settlement...
MyNorthwest Staff

WA agrees to $8M settlement in Pierce County neglect, abuse case of developmentally disabled woman

Washington has announced it will pay $8 million to settle a Pierce County case after a developmentally disabled woman was abused and neglected for years while under her family’s care.
1 year ago
fire all saints Lutheran church auburn...
MyNorthwest Staff

Overnight fire destroys part of All Saints Lutheran Church in Auburn

Firefighters responded to a fire burning within the All Saints Lutheran Church along Military Road South in Auburn Sunday night.
1 year ago
Parkland healthcare strike...
Jason Sutich

Parkland healthcare workers to strike over unfair labor practices

Emergency medical center workers in Parkland strike this week over unfair labor practices, demanding better conditions and support.
1 year ago