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Travis Decker (1)...
Luke Duecy

Can Travis Decker face the death penalty? Here’s what the law says

Explore the legal implications for Travis Decker in this case of alleged murder and the potential for the death penalty.
1 year ago
Labor Day...
Ted Buehner

Labor Day forecast breaks western WA’s longest heat wave of 2025

Enjoy a refreshing Labor Day weekend in western WA as hot weather fades, bringing relief to many residents.
1 year ago
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Frank Sumrall

Remains of missing Klickitat County woman found in Oregon storage locker

The remains of a woman from Washington who was missing for a year have been found in a storage locker in The Dalles, Oregon.
1 year ago
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Frank Sumrall

Seattle secures record $15M settlement with Uber Eats over worker pay violations

Seattle's Office of Labor Standards reached a record-breaking $15 million settlement with Uber Eats after the city alleged the food delivery service violated multiple worker protection laws.
1 year ago
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Associated Press

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are engaged

In a heartfelt announcement, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce share their engagement news, celebrating their love story.
1 year ago
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Frank Sumrall

Starbucks brings back its beloved Pumpkin Spice Latte one month before fall begins

Despite it still being summer, Starbucks is already ready for the autumn season after launching the return of its famous pumpkin spice latte to the menu.
1 year ago
Kent missing man Larry Martinez...
Jason Sutich

Kent police find skeletal remains of man missing since 2022

Kent Police found the skeletal remains of Larry Martinez, missing since 2022, on Aug. 18, ending a years-long investigation.
1 year ago
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Frank Sumrall

Semi-truck hauling 40,000 pounds of bananas tips over at Tiger Mountain Summit

The collision involved a semi-truck hauling 40,000 pounds of bananas. The truck tipped over and is now blocking the right lane near milepost 24.
1 year ago
Mamnoon Capitol Hill close...
Jason Sutich

Beloved Mamnoon restaurant to close Capitol Hill location after 13 years

Seattle's beloved Mamnoon will serve its final meal on September 14, marking the end of an era for the Levantine dining scene.
1 year ago
Election workers recount ballots from the recent Pennsylvania Senate race at the Allegheny County E...

Court orders Pennsylvania to stop throwing out mail ballots over the handwritten date

A federal appeals court on Tuesday ruled that it is unconstitutional for the presidential battleground state of Pennsylvania to throw out mail-in ballots simply because the voter didn't write an accurate date on the return envelope.
1 year ago
commercial driver English rules DOT WA...
Frank Sumrall

DOT warns WA could lose millions over commercial driver English rules

The U.S. Department of Transportation is warning Washington and two other states they’ll lose federal funding unless they comply with English Language Proficiency rules for commercial drivers.
1 year ago
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Frank Sumrall

47-year-old man shot in Seattle’s Belltown, suspect still at large

A 47-year-old man was shot in Belltown Monday evening, the Seattle Police Department (SPD) confirmed.
1 year ago
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KIRO 7 News Staff

Kirkland lifeguard removes alligator snapping turtle from Juanita Beach

The agency said Dani safely removed an alligator snapping turtle from under the dock at Juanita Beach Park.
1 year ago
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Chris Sullivan

Labor Day travel survival guide for western Washington

Discover tips to avoid traffic and enjoy Labor Day in Washington with our essential travel survival guide for the weekend.
1 year ago
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Charlie Harger

Harger: Washington spent $4B on the climate. China erased it in a week.

Washington invested $4B for climate, while China reversed it in days. Explore the implications for global climate initiatives.
1 year ago
radioactive shrimp washington recall...
Julia Dallas

Potentially radioactive shrimp sold in Washington being recalled

Frozen shrimp are recalled in Washington due to potential radioactivity.
1 year ago
cartel investigation western washington...
Julia Dallas

Over a dozen indicted in western Washington cartel-linked drug ring bust

Law enforcement dismantles cartel-connected drug trafficking ring in western Washington, indicting 15 individuals involved.
1 year ago
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Heather Bosch

Hot weather continues in western WA, but why is this considered ‘extreme heat?’

The extreme heat advisory for the Seattle-Tacoma region is now in effect until 5 a.m. Wednesday.
1 year ago
Pierce County plane crash...
Julia Dallas

Small plane crashes outside Pierce County Airport

A small plane crashed outside Pierce County Airport on Monday.
1 year ago
Civic hotel...
Jason Sutich

Hotel owner sues Seattle, King County over drug contamination from homeless shelter use

The Civic Hotel owner alleges the City of Seattle and King County failed to address contamination issues.
1 year ago
Edmonds DUI crash...
Jason Sutich

Edmonds police investigate suspected DUI after SUV collides with telephone pole

Female driver arrested for suspected DUI after colliding with a telephone pole, according to the Edmonds Police Department.
1 year ago
Travis Decker (3)...
Luke Duecy

Authorities conduct grid search, prepare for years-long investigation to find Travis Decker

Sheriff reveals new details on Travis Decker's case and a potential lead from Canada, enhancing the investigation's focus.
1 year ago
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KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk

Junior lawyer salaries jump 21% in Seattle, topping $200K median pay

New data from NALP revealed that starting salaries for law careers have jumped 21% since 2021. That puts the median pay for junior lawyers at more than $200,000.
1 year ago
Tukwila stolen car chase...
Jason Sutich

Police chase stolen car that ends up flipped near Tukwila gas station

A police pursuit of a stolen vehicle concludes with the car overturned near a Tukwila gas station early this morning.
1 year ago