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Frank Sumrall

‘No respect for the law’: Mexican national sentenced to decade in prison for drug trafficking

A Mexican citizen who previously lived in Kent was sentenced to 10 years in prison for drug trafficking, according to the U.S. Department of Justice in the Western District of Washington.

1 year ago

Julia Dallas

Judge rules UW lab technician detained for months should not be deported

An immigration judge rules in favor of a UW lab technician, halting deportation after months of detention.

1 year ago

Frank Lenzi

VIDEO: Bellevue Police crackdown on speeders nets 3 arrests

Bellevue Police announce three arrests in ongoing crackdown on speeders, enhancing road safety for the community.

1 year ago

Jason Sutich

How much time do teens spend on their phones at school? New study reveals data

A study conducted by Seattle Children's Hospital researchers reveals how much time teens spend on phones during school.

1 year ago

Frank Lenzi

Boeing aims to ramp up 737 Max production amid quality improvements

Boeing aims to boost 737 Max production in response to growing demand and market recovery.

1 year ago

Frank Sumrall

King County Court backs Burien’s sweeping camping ban as constitutional

Burien's camping ban, one of the strictest in the state, will not be struck down by the King County Superior Court as the ban does not violate the state constitution.

1 year ago

KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk

Armed standoff in Puyallup ends peacefully

A Puyallup standoff ended without violence. Police were called in after reports of an armed man with a child.

1 year ago

Frank Sumrall

Fired detention worker attempted DoorDash disguise to deliver drugs to double-murder inmate

Angel Misner admitted that she posed as a DoorDash delivery driver in an attempt to smuggle drugs into Green Hill School.

1 year ago

Frank Sumrall

‘Must obey God rather than men’: Washington, Bob Ferguson sued over clergy reporting law

A group of Catholic bishops and priests filed a lawsuit challenging a new state law that requires any member of the clergy to be a mandatory reporter, even if it came out of a confessional, for anything related to child safety and child abuse.

1 year ago

Jason Sutich

Small plane crashes at airfield in Snohomish, no injuries reported

A small plane crashed into a fence in Snohomish with no injuries reported. Details of the incident at Harvey Airfield inside.

1 year ago

Frank Sumrall

Armed citizen shoots, kills suspect after Pike Place Market shooting

A Pike Place Market shooting occurred Wednesday night, resulting in one death and two injuries.

1 year ago

Frank Sumrall

Man stabbed to death in downtown Seattle

Officers were called to respond to a stabbing that occurred in an alleyway at 5th Avenue and Pike Street at approximately 10:15 p.m.

1 year ago

Frank Sumrall

‘No suspects in custody’: Mass shooting at Lakewood’s Harry Todd Park leaves several injured

A mass shooting broke out in Lakewood Wednesday night, sending several people to the hospital.

1 year ago

Frank Sumrall

Charges filed against 2 men in connection with Pioneer Square triple murder

Homicide detectives with the Seattle Police Department (SPD), with the assistance of SWAT, arrested multiple suspects involved in the Pioneer Square triple murder that occurred last weekend.

1 year ago

Julia Dallas

WA beach ranks among top 10 most bacteria-contaminated in U.S., report finds

Discover why a Washington beach ranks in the top 10 for bacteria, as Surfrider Foundation highlights concerns over water quality and public health.

1 year ago

Aaron Granillo

Mount St. Helens visitor center set to re-open after renovations

Discover the newly renovated Mount St. Helens Visitor Center, welcoming visitors back for the first time since 1986.

1 year ago

Shawn Garrett, KIRO 7 News

Investigation: Snoqualmie police chief rated women’s bodies, mocked disabled staffer

Snoqualmie Police Chief Brian Lynch was fired April 10 following an independent investigation that found he repeatedly violated the city’s policies on harassment, ethics, and professional conduct, according to city records obtained by KIRO 7.

1 year ago

Jason Sutich

VIDEO: Thurston County deputy struck with helmet in alleged DUI, hit-and-run

TCSO deputies responded to a hit-and-run, DUI case, in which the suspect allegeldy struck officers with a helmet.

1 year ago

Jason Sutich

Idaho delays scheduled executions to 2026, prepares for firing squads

Idaho pauses executions until 2026, focusing on preparing facilities for firing squad methods.

1 year ago

Frank Sumrall

Missing elderly woman last seen Monday near Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery

The King County Sheriff’s Office is searching for an elderly woman who hasn't been seen in two days after going missing in Woodinville.

1 year ago

Frank Sumrall

4 unharmed in ‘horrific’ crash that shut down I-5 for hours

Multiple lanes on I-5 were blocked for hours in both directions at Northgate Way in Seattle after a collision, the Washington State Department of Transportation confirmed.