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
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
Jason Sutich
WA-based Car Toys files for bankruptcy, plans sale of 35 stores
Car Toys enters Chapter 11 bankruptcy, selling stores to employees and competitors amid ongoing financial difficulties.1 year ago
Jason Sutich
Public health alert: High bacteria levels at 5 Washington beaches
King County Public Health warns beachgoers to avoid water at five Washington beaches due to high bacteria levels. Stay safe.1 year ago
Jason Sutich
Bear Gulch Fire near Lake Cushman grows to more than 8,700 acres, 13% contained
The Bear Gulch Fire expands to 8,503 acres, now only 11% contained as of Thursday morning, officials report.1 year ago
Jason Sutich
Three arrested for $50,000 copper wire theft in Grays Harbor
Three suspects are charged for stealing $50,000 in copper wire in Grays Harbor, according to the sheriff's office.1 year ago
Frank Sumrall
Arlington High student who brought gun to school may return to campus, parents launch petition against it
Slightly more than 18 months after a student carried a weapon on the premises of Arlington High School, that same student may be permitted back on school grounds when classes start Sept. 3.1 year ago
Jason Sutich
Union strike delays Evergreen Public Schools opening by one week
Evergreen Public Schools will open a week late due to a union strike by Public School Employees of Washington SEIU Local 1948.1 year ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Motorcycle bursts into flames after rider hits deer on SR 2
A motorcycle became fully engulfed in flames after the motorcyclist crashed into a deer along State Route 2 Sunday night.1 year ago
Frank Sumrall
Fired WSU teaching assistant sentenced to jail for assaulting student over Trump hat
The now-fired Washington State University (WSU) teaching assistant has been sentenced for assaulting another student during a political dispute.1 year ago
Nate Connors
Dogs now allowed in Washington State Ferries’ interior cabins under new pet policy
Washington State Ferries (WSF) has initiated a six-month trial allowing dogs to accompany their owners around all areas on the vessels, except for the galley.1 year ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Ballard Bridge reopens after mechanical failure closes bridge for nearly 90 minutes
The Ballard Bridge has reopened after an approximate closure of 90 minutes.1 year ago
Julia Dallas
Tukwila man sentenced for role in drug ring tied to Aryan prison gang
A Tukwila man receives sentencing for involvement in a drug ring linked to an Aryan prison gang.1 year ago
Frank Sumrall
Auburn Valley Humane Society now over capacity following 82-dog rescue
The Auburn Valley Humane Society is now over capacity after being overwhelmed with 82 new dogs.1 year ago
Katrina Guischard
Parenting in the social media age: A guide to sort fact from fiction online
Parenting in the digital age is tricky. With social media overflowing with tips, hacks, and hot takes, how can moms and dads separate fact from fiction?1 year ago
Julia Dallas
Animal alert: A sloth is back at Woodland Park Zoo
Discover the new sloth at Woodland Park Zoo’s tropical aviary, enriching the experience for visitors and wildlife lovers alike.1 year ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Mountlake Terrace residents continue to resist security cameras amid ICE raids
Residents of Mountlake Terrace are voicing concerns over the city's proposal for new security camera installations.1 year ago
Frank Sumrall
People waited as long as 14 hours to eat at Ridgefield’s new In-N-Out Burger
Washington's first In-N-Out Burger is officially open in Ridgefield, and with it came incredibly long lines and wait times. Some customers had to wait a couple of hours before placing their order.1 year ago
Tom Brock
Coast Guard arrests container ship captain for operating vessel drunk in Elliott Bay
The captain of a massive container ship was arrested by the U.S. Coast Guard for allegedly operating a massive vessel in Elliott Bay while intoxicated, officials confirmed.1 year ago
Tom Brock
Police blame deadly crash on DUI suspect who sped away from traffic stop
Police say a DUI suspect who sped off after being pulled over by a state trooper caused a deadly crash in Everett.1 year ago
Tom Brock
FBI requests closure of Leavenworth-area campgrounds as search for murder suspect Travis Decker continues
Federal authorities have requested a three-day closure of several campgrounds, trail heads, hiking trails and forest service roads in the Leavenworth area so that an intensive search can continue for murder suspect Travis Decker.1 year ago
Tom Brock
Two-alarm fire in Puyallup’s Summit neighborhood destroys townhome apartment
A two-alarm fire destroyed a townhouse apartment in Puyallup’s Summit neighborhood, burning five people out of their home.1 year ago
Frank Sumrall
WA fines US Postal Service $33K for mishandling dangerous waste in Seattle
The Washington Department of Ecology fined the U.S. Postal Service $33,000 earlier this week for improperly managing and storing packages that contained dangerous waste at the Seattle Bulk Mail Center.1 year ago
