Matt Markovich
Washington Senate bill would tax big tech to help save local journalism—here’s how
Local journalism, especially in rural areas, has been on life support for years, and Washington lawmakers think they’ve found a way to give it a much-needed boost—by making big tech help foot the bill.1 year ago
Nate Connors
Closures this week along the Valley Highway (SR 167)
Late-night travel through the Auburn Valley this week will have full closures and lane restrictions on State Route 167 (SR 167) while the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) pushes forward on the SR 167 Corridor Improvements Project. This week, WSDOT contractors will be installing overhead sign bridges and toll gantry structures that hold the […]1 year ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Seattle Fire Dept. training facility burglarized, smashed with department vehicle
Seattle Police are looking for a suspect or suspects who used a Seattle Fire Department (SFD) vehicle to crash into SFD’s joint training facility to burglarize it.1 year ago
James Lynch
Charges unlikely for man who shot and killed attacking dog in Seattle
Seattle Police are investigating the shooting of a dog but say charges against the shooter are unlikely at this time.1 year ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
74-year-old dies in skiing accident at Stevens Pass Ski Resort
A “life-long” skier has died after falling head-first in the snow on the slopes at Stevens Pass Ski Resort.1 year ago
MyNorthwest Staff
10-time convicted felon arrested in Tukwila again
A man who is a 10-time convicted felon was arrested once more after being suspected of carrying a gun and having a felony warrant.1 year ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Wynonna Judd, Tommy James among stars to perform at Evergreen State Fair
Country music star Wynonna Judd and classic rock legend Tommy James and the Shondells will be among those performing at the Evergreen State Fair in Monroe this summer.1 year ago
Bill Kaczaraba
Seattle School Superintendent Brent Jones to leave his job this fall
Seattle Superintendent Brent Jones has announced he will leave the district on Sept. 3, according to a news release sent on Monday.1 year ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Police looking for 91-year-old with dementia last seen leaving Virginia Mason
Seattle Police are looking for a missing 91-year-old man last seen leaving First Hill Virginia Mason Monday morning.1 year ago
Michelle Chapman and Anne D’Innocenzio, The Associated Press
Forever no more. Operator of mall staple Forever 21 files for bankruptcy protection
Forever 21 has filed for bankruptcy protection for a second time and plans to close down its U.S. business as traffic in U.S. shopping malls fades and competition from online retailers like Amazon, Temu and Shein intensifies.1 year ago
Luke Duecy
Man recovering after being stabbed in the neck with hatchet
A 34-year-old man is recovering after another man stabbed him in the neck with a hatchet in the middle of the afternoon along Union Street in the city's First Hill Neighborhood Sunday afternoon.1 year ago
Brooke Griffin, KIRO 7 News
Gas pumps around Washington could be giving different amounts of fuel than what you paid for
Have you ever wondered if your local gas pumps are really giving you the amount of fuel you’re paying for?1 year ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Gondolas from South Lake Union to Capitol Hill? Seattle transit activist makes eyebrow-raising suggestion
Transit activist is proposing gondolas in Seattle, sparking debate on innovative transit solutions between South Lake Union and Capitol Hill.1 year ago
Sara Cline and Rebecca Reynolds, the Associated Press
At least 39 dead after tornadoes, wildfires and dust storms wreak havoc across multiple US states
Unusually vicious and damaging weather across multiple U.S. states spawned violent tornadoes, blinding dust storms and fast-moving wildfires over the weekend, leaving at least 39 people dead.1 year ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Driver pulled out of car after crashing into a building in Everett
The driver had to be pulled out of the car after it crossed into oncoming traffic and crashed into a building in Everett.1 year ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Washington highways among the worst in the nation, per report
A recent report highlights Washington state's highway system as one of the poorest in the U.S., raising concerns for commuters.1 year ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Another study suggests social media contributes to mental health issues, delusion
A new study reveals the connection between social media use and mental health challenges, particularly for self-identity issues.2 years ago
Tom Brock
Big two-alarm fire at auto salvage yard in Kent challenges fire crews
A big fire at an auto wrecking yard near Kent took hours to put out Sunday.2 years ago
Tom Brock
Remembering former Sonics legend Slick Watts, dead at 73
The basketball community mourns the loss of Slick Watts, a legendary former Sonics player, who passed away at the age of 73.2 years ago
Tom Brock
Three people killed in wrong-way crash on I-5 in south Thurston County
A horrific crash on northbound I-5 that killed three people Sunday morning was caused by a driving going the wrong way.2 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba
Survey says this Washington city is the perfect place for some good shut eye
As Americans grapple with exhaustion and sleep deprivation, Leavenworth is emerging as the ideal destination for a restful retreat.2 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
5-year-old found dead in bed, child was sleeping with a parent
A 5-year-old boy was found deceased in bed, raising questions about safety in shared sleeping arrangements.2 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Richland School District removes substitute teacher for alleged Nazi salutes
A substitute teacher was removed for behavior inconsistent with district policy, sparking controversy in the Richland School District.2 years ago
