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seattle seahawks least despised nfl...
Frank Sumrall

Study finds Seattle Seahawks among NFL’s least hated teams ahead of 50th season

According to a study leading up to the NFL's first Sunday, the Seattle Seahawks is among the least despised teams nationwide.
1 year ago
latino game developers pax west seattle...
Luke Duecy

‘They just want to be seen’: Latino game developers use PAX West to push for more inclusion

At last week’s PAX West in Seattle, President Elaine Gomez spotlighted their mission, funding emerging Latino developers and removing everyday barriers.
1 year ago
invisible labor women...
Katrina Guischard

‘The mental load is crippling’: Women speak on ‘invisible labor’ when raising a family

New research is shedding light on a hidden burden many women carry — invisible labor. A recent study reveals that women shoulder 71% of family-related tasks.
1 year ago
impersonating police officer security guard bremerton...
Frank Sumrall

Security guard arrested for impersonating police officer in Bremerton

The Bremerton Police Department arrested a security guard after he impersonated a police officer at an active police scene.
1 year ago
pierce county motorcycle crash drunk...
Frank Sumrall

Pierce County deputies arrest 13-year-old over school shooter threats

The Pierce County Sheriff's Office arrested a 13-year-old male over school shooter ideations on Sept. 6.
1 year ago
pierce county three-car crash...
KIRO Newsradio staff

‘We can’t compete with that’: Tacoma PD offering signing bonus as staffing crisis continues at sheriff’s office

Staffing levels at the Pierce County Sheriff’s Office are increasingly at risk as Tacoma PD offers a lucrative incentive to attract deputies.
1 year ago
powerball lottery washington...
Shawn Garrett, KIRO 7 News

From Auburn to Spokane, here are Washington’s ‘luckiest’ lottery stores as Powerball hits $1.8B

With the Powerball jackpot climbing to an estimated $1.8 billion ahead of Saturday night’s drawing, Washington’s Lottery has released a detailed look at the state’s “luckiest” retailers.
1 year ago
waterfront park Seattle guide...
Lexi Herda, KIRO 7 News

Ultimate guide to celebrating the completion of Seattle’s Waterfront Park

On Saturday, Seattle is celebrating the official completion of Waterfront Park—and you’re invited!
1 year ago
applebee's employee attacks manager...
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk

Applebee’s employee says ‘lo siento’ before attacking manager with hammer

A manager of an Applebee’s in Bellevue was brutally attacked by an employee with a hammer.
1 year ago
ravensdale murder...
Frank Lenzi

Man found guilty of running over, killing Ravensdale resident

A man accused of intentionally running over and killing a Ravensdale resident has been found guilty.
1 year ago
public health data trump wa...
Heather Bosch

Public health data removed under Trump, labeled wasteful and extreme, to be restored after settlement

Public health data that disappeared from federal government websites is coming back, according to a settlement between the government and the nine medical organizations and public health nonprofits.
1 year ago
south hill rapist kevin coe dies...
Aaron Granillo

WA to consider release of Spokane ‘South Hill Rapist’

Kevin Coe, the man known as Spokane’s "South Hill Rapist," could soon be released from state custody after more than four decades behind bars and in civil commitment.
1 year ago
Arlington police...
Jason Sutich

Knife-wielding man arrested at Arlington elementary school, district reviews safety protocols

Two days after the Arlington School District classes were back in session, a Marysville man allegedly drove onto a school campus and wielding a knife Thursday.
1 year ago
Spokane Valley stadium fire...
Jason Sutich

Fire burns through roof of Avista Stadium concessions stand in Spokane Valley

A fire burned through the roof of a concessions stand inside the Avista Stadium in Spokane Valley on Friday, the Spokane Valley Fire Department announced.
1 year ago
White River Bridge Pierce Transit...
Jason Sutich

Pierce Transit to launch shuttle service for communities cut off by White River Bridge closure

Pierce Transit is working toward providing limited shuttle service to community members affected by the White River Bridge closure, according to KIRO 7.
1 year ago
Eggslut Capitol Hill Seattle...
Jason Sutich

Eggslut’s grand opening begins today in Seattle’s Capitol Hill neighborhood

The popular breakfast chain, Eggslut, is opening its first Washington location today at Seattle's Melrose Market, the company announced.
1 year ago
Seattle drug auto body shop...
Jason Sutich

Two brothers arrested for running drug operation out of Seattle auto body shop

Two brothers have been arrested for selling drugs out of a custom auto body garage in Seattle's Chinatown-International District on Wednesday.
1 year ago
Renton high-profile burglary...
Jason Sutich

New footage released of home burglary spree targeting Seattle athletes, Macklemore

The second suspect involved in high-profile burglaries across the greater Seattle area has been identified as 29-year-old Patrick Maisonet.
1 year ago
drug trafficking seattle...
Jason Sutich

Convicted felon arrested after SPD investigation uncovers major drug trafficking operation

A months-long drug trafficking investigation by the Seattle Police Department narcotics detectives ended in the arrest of a 32-year-old convicted felon.
1 year ago
Amazon Prime...
Associated Press

Amazon ends a program that lets Prime members share free shipping perk with users outside household

Amazon is ending a program that lets Prime members share free shipping with people outside their household.
1 year ago
downtown seattle foot traffic...
Paul Holden

Is it too early for some fall fun? Check out these events in the Seattle area

Check out these Seattle-area events this weekend, just in time to start the fall festivities.
1 year ago
fall leaves in London - western washington...
Ted Buehner

Enjoy the last of summer in western Washington as fall weather trickles in

Western Washington weather is changing from summer to fall, with a possiblity of rain next week.
1 year ago
Woodinville winery damages...
Jason Sutich

Former Woodinville winery employee damages $300K worth of wine, avoids jail time

A former Woodinville winery employee who caused $300,000 in damage by draining gallons of wine was sentenced Wednesday to restitution and no jail time.
1 year ago
West Coast Health Alliance hawaii...
Jason Sutich

Hawaii becomes 4th state in West Coast Health Alliance for science-based vaccine guidance

Hawaii has announced its plan to join the West Coast Health Alliance, approximately 24 hours after its inception, the Washington Governor's Office announced.
1 year ago