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Tesla suspect lacey...
KIRO 7 News Staff

Police offer new details in Tesla charging station vandalism

Earlier this week, a Tesla Supercharger station exploded in Lacey. Now, a new video showing a now-wanted suspect has been released by police.
1 year ago
kent scheme...
Frank Sumrall

CA man stole nearly $1M from Kent company through fraudulent purchases, fake invoices

An IT manager of a Kent-based energy manufacturing company was indicted by a Seattle grand jury this week for creating a scheme to steal nearly $1 million from his employer.
1 year ago
15-year-old renton...
Frank Sumrall

Two 15-year-olds shot, one killed, in Renton apartment complex shooting, police seeking suspects

A 15-year-old died in a shooting at an apartment complex in Renton Sunday evening. A second 15-year-old was injured in the shooting, and was taken to a local hospital.
1 year ago
blue origin all-women...
KIRO 7 News Staff

Blue Origin’s all-women flight to launch today with Gayle King, Katy Perry on board

Blue Origin, Jeff Bezos’s space tourism company, will launch its latest spaceflight this morning with a historic all-women crew.
1 year ago
MyNorthwest Staff

As tech moves to Bellevue, is Netflix coming to downtown Seattle?

Netflix seems poised to open its first Seattle office, signaling growth in the downtown area as tech moves to Bellevue.
1 year ago
A cruise ship sails by the Seattle waterfront (Photo courtesy of Port of Seattle)...
Frank Lenzi

Port of Seattle prepares for record-breaking cruise season

Seattle's cruise season starts Saturday, and it is expected to break records with 1.9 million passengers passing through.
1 year ago
Tacoma tax...
MyNorthwest Staff

Tacoma tax could raise $37 million annually for road repairs

Tacoma voters consider a new tax to fund vital road repairs and improvements, potentially raising $37 million each year.
1 year ago
Mt. Bachelor snowboarding accident...
Julia Dallas

13-year-old from Washington dies in tragic Oregon snowboarding accident

A tragic snowboarding accident in Oregon claims the life of a 13-year-old boy from Washington, according to local authorities.
1 year ago
Former Tacoma Police Chief Avery More has been paid $479,267 as part of his separation agreement wi...
Jonah Oaklief

Ex-Police Chief Avery Moore makes nearly $480K after Tacoma deal

Former Chief Avery Moore receives $479,267 in separation agreement with Tacoma PD, public records reveal.
1 year ago
movies warfare shows...
Frank Sumrall

‘Warfare,’ the last war movie we’ll ever need, is here: Best movies and shows for you this weekend

You don’t watch “Warfare,” you survive it. “Warfare” is in theaters Friday. Here are the best movies and TV shows to watch this weekend.
1 year ago
CEO Mary Beth Laughton has publicly apologized and retracted REI's January endorsement of Doug Burg...
Jonah Oaklief

REI retracts Trump-cabinet endorsement, apologizes to members

CEO Mary Beth Laughton has publicly apologized and retracted REI's January endorsement of Doug Burgum, President Trump’s Secretary of the Interior.
1 year ago
Calls for accountability in deadly crash....
Louie Tran, KIRO 7 News

Tacoma family wants accountability after suspect in deadly crash expected to be released

A Tacoma family is urging accountability from the King County justice system after a woman, who’s accused of crashing and killing their loved one, is expected to be released more than a year after the deadly incident.
1 year ago
snoqualmie police chief fired...
Luke Duecy

Snoqualmie police chief fired after external investigation

The City of Snoqualmie has terminated Police Chief Brian Lynch following the conclusion of an external investigation, the city confirmed.
1 year ago
des moines tank company explosions L&I...
Frank Sumrall

Des Moines propane tank company fined $166K after two workers injured in separate, same-day explosions

A tank servicing company based in Des Moines faces $166,423 in fines due to injuries suffered by two workers in two separate propane tank explosions in April during an inspection.
1 year ago
lake washington high school evacuated...
Frank Sumrall

Lake Washington High School evacuated, closed for rest of day

Lake Washington High School evacuated its students and faculty Friday, KIRO Newsradio confirmed, due to a bomb threat.
1 year ago
hudson river helicopter new york city...
MICHAEL R. SISAK, JENNIFER PELTZ, and TED SHAFFREY, The Associated Press

6 dead as New York City sightseeing helicopter breaks apart midair and crashes into the Hudson River

A New York City sightseeing helicopter broke apart in midair Thursday and crashed upside-down into the Hudson River.
1 year ago
uw sorority house...
KIRO 7 News Staff

UW sorority house struck by stray bullet, suspects sought

The Seattle Police Department is investigating a shooting that happened at a UW sorority house along Greek Row.
1 year ago
march wealth tax bellevue...
MyNorthwest Staff

‘We demand millionaires and billionaires pay what they owe’: March supporting a wealth tax scheduled in Bellevue

The group Invest In Washington Now is organizing a march in Bellevue on April 12 to demonstrate the need for the now-defunct wealth tax.
1 year ago
seattle city light party truck...
Shawn Garrett, KIRO 7 News

Seattle City Light probe reveals ‘party truck’ culture in underground network crew

Seattle City Light has substantiated misconduct allegations against 33 employees following a two-year investigation into a workgroup responsible for maintaining the city’s underground electrical network, according to findings released this week.
1 year ago
MyNorthwest Staff

Running in solidarity: A 100-mile journey to support war-torn Ukraine

Join Dima Voyt’s journey to unite runners and support Ukraine through a 100-mile run for peace and hope.
1 year ago
family-run fentanyl...
Frank Lenzi

Federal drug case involves ‘dealer quantities’ of fentanyl, and a baby suffering from an opioid overdose

A man indicted for fentanyl possession faces charges after a baby overdose, highlighting the opioid crisis and dealer roles.
1 year ago
Paul Holden

What to do this weekend: Spring Fair, Packed Sports Weekend and Record Store Day

The wonderful world of the weekend is back, and there’s no shortage of things to do! It’s start at the Washington State Spring Fair. If the sunshine already has you dreaming of summer days at the State Fair, good news—those dreams are springing to life at the Washington State Spring Fair! Now celebrating its 35th […]
1 year ago
Expect 'Lengthy delays' on I-405 in Kirkland this weekend. (Photo Credit: WSDOT)...
MyNorthwest Staff

Tonight: Expect ‘Lengthy delays’ on I-405 in Kirkland

Drivers should expect significant delays on southbound I-405 as two lanes close from Friday to Monday.
1 year ago
Diesel Spill, Salmon Bay....
Frank Lenzi

Diesel spill leaves sheen in Salmon Bay near Ballard Locks

Coast Guard responds to diesel spill in Salmon Bay, assessing impact near Ballard Locks after strong odor detected.
1 year ago