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82-year-old body shed concrete...
Shawn Garrett, KIRO 7 News

Text messages, GPS data lead to arrest in Thurston County murder investigation

Thurston County prosecutors say a local handyman is facing murder and kidnapping charges after the remains of an 82-year-old woman were found buried beneath a shed he was hired to build. Jeffrey Kian Zizz is expected to be charged with first-degree murder, first-degree kidnapping, and unlawful disposal of human remains following the disappearance and death of Marcia Norman, who lived alone in her Thurston County home, according to probable cause documents.
1 year ago
Photo: A new report reveals trends surrounding censorship at the University of Washington and Washi...
MyNorthwest Staff

Cuts possible at UW College of Arts and Sciences

The UW mandates immediate budget cuts in the College of Arts and Sciences, potentially impacting future academic programs and resources.
1 year ago
Garfield High School...
Frank Sumrall

‘It’s traumatizing’: Garfield High students shaken after classmate killed in Yakima

A Garfield High School student was shot and killed over the weekend in Yakima. He is the second student from Garfield High to die from gun violence in less than a year.
1 year ago
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Jonah Oaklief

King County theft ring accused of re-selling EV station scrap

Three residents and accomplices face lawsuits for stealing and reselling scrap from EV stations in King County.
1 year ago
Ben Gibbard of Death Cab for Cutie performs at the All In Music & Arts Festival at the Indiana Stat...
MyNorthwest Staff

Legendary PNW indie rock band to perform at Climate Pledge

Legendary PNW indie rock band Death Cab for Cutie celebrates their milestone with a special performance at Climate Pledge Arena.
1 year ago
girls' flag football...
Frank Sumrall

Girls’ flag football is an official sport in WA, WIAA rules

The Washington Interscholastic Activities Association has declared a new sport in the state—girls' flag football.
1 year ago
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Frank Sumrall

‘He was so genuine and warm and welcoming’: Seattle residents reacts to Pope Francis’ death

Local reactions from Seattle church-goers have begun to pile in after learning about the death of Pope Francis just after Easter.
1 year ago
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Jonah Oaklief

Seattle to lose millions in parking revenue by 2026

Seattle faces a decline in parking meter revenue as demand and rates flatten, marking a significant financial shift ahead.
1 year ago
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MyNorthwest Staff

Parents push for security overhaul at Machias Elementary after gun incident

A Machias Elementary student allegedly showed a police-issued, inert training gun to two other students at a bus stop.
1 year ago
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Frank Sumrall

Popular donut shop shuttering its doors in Queen Anne

After nearly two decades, Top Pot Doughnuts is shuttering its doors in Queen Anne. Located on Galer Street, the donut shop's last day of business will be April 27.
1 year ago
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Associated Press

Pope Francis dies: Vatican releases cause of death

Pope Francis, the Catholic Church’s first Latin American pontiff who charmed the world with his humble style and concern for the poor, has died, as announced by Cardinal Kevin Farrell, the Vatican camerlengo. He was 88.
1 year ago
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Jake Chapman, KIRO 7 News

80 birds rescued from animal fighting ring in Grays Harbor County

At least 80 birds were rescued from an animal fighting operation in Grays Harbor County on April 1st; 79 roosters and 1 hen.
1 year ago
82-year-old body shed concrete...
Frank Sumrall

Man booked into jail in connection with death of 82-year-old woman found under shed encased in concrete

The body of a missing 82-year-old woman from Tenino was discovered underneath a shed in Olympia partially encased in concrete, Thurston County Sheriff’s Office confirmed.
1 year ago
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Julia Dallas

Study: Washington ranks among top 10 states for most grocery spending

A recent study revealed Washington's high grocery spending habits compared to other states in the nation.
1 year ago
Demonstrators in Saturday's "Day of Protest" march blocked traffic on Broadway East on Seattle's Ca...
Tom Brock

Hundreds decry Trump policies in nationwide “Day of Protest”

Hundreds of people publicly denounced policies laid out by President Trump Saturday, taking part in a National “Day of Protest” that included dozens of cities here in Washington state. In Seattle, a protest and march blocked traffic on Broadway East and East Pine. A photo posted by the city’s Department of Transportation shows dozens of […]
1 year ago
missing 14-year-old seattle...
Tom Brock

Motorcyclist hits two people in crosswalk, then runs off

Seattle police hope to track down a motorcyclist they say struck two people in a crosswalk and then took off.
1 year ago
portland honduras drug ring...
Frank Sumrall

Fentanyl seized was enough to ‘kill more than 46,000 people’: 11 convicted in major Idaho drug bust

"The amount of fentanyl seized in this case had the potential to kill more than 46,000 people, that would more than fill the football stadium at Boise State," Reames added.
1 year ago
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Frank Sumrall

New, massive state-of-the-art pickleball facility arrives in Lynnwood

An elaborate indoor pickleball facility is coming to Lynnwood as the burgeoning sport continues to expand its reach within the state it was founded in.
1 year ago
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MyNorthwest Staff

Hoppy Easter! Dozens of egg hunts, themed-activites to take place around Seattle-area

Discover fun egg hunts and themed activities for Easter in the Puget Sound region.
1 year ago
hands off! trump...
Frank Sumrall

Hands Off! rally against Trump to be held at Shoreline-Edmonds border Saturday

Activists protesting the Trump administration and its policies and cuts are preparing for a rally this Saturday at the Shoreline-Edmonds border.
1 year ago
sinners movie watch...
Frank Sumrall

What to watch this weekend: ‘Sinners,’ the most talked about movie of 2025, is here

“Sinners,” currently tracking to have the biggest opening for an original film post-COVID-19, is in theaters Friday. Here’s what is available to watch this weekend.
1 year ago
sea-tac flights europe...
Julia Dallas

Were you at Sea-Tac Airport last week? Public Health reports potential measles exposure

The Snohomish County Health Department has reported a new measles case through Sea-Tac Airport.
1 year ago
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Frank Sumrall

Coast Guard discovers body on shore in Clallam County, could be one of three missing boat passengers

A body was discovered after washing up on the shore between Neah Bay and Sekiu in Callam County. The Coast Guard believes the body is one of the three boaters who went missing on April 16.
1 year ago
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KIRO 7 News Staff

Tacoma crash knocks out power to nursing home residents on ventilators

The Tacoma Fire Department responded to an early-morning crash near the Tacoma Central shopping center.
1 year ago