Frank Sumrall
‘Childcare desert:’ Council members attempt to expand childcare services in Snohomish County
Snohomish County Councilmembers Nate Nehring and Jared Mead introduced legislation to reduce some of the regulatory barriers childcare providers face, allowing more childcare facilities throughout Snohomish County.2 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba
Burien asks court to untangle conflicting minimum wage laws
The City of Burien wants clarity on conflicting minimum wage laws, and it has filed a complaint in King County Superior Court to get it.2 years ago
Frank Sumrall
Welfare check in Renton leads to discovery of two bodies, cause unknown
Deputies responded to the call and entered the condo, located at the Fairway Green Condos on 149th Ave S.E., and found two bodies inside.2 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Kent Good Samaritans save child, dogs from apparent neglect situation
Kent Police are reiterating the old adage "if you see something, say something" as it may have saved a 6-year-old child’s life, along with two dogs, over the weekend.2 years ago
Luke Duecy
WA high school teacher charged with sex crimes involving young children
A 33-year-old man who is believed to be a teacher at Archbishop Murphy High School in Everett was recently charged with two counts of sex crimes involving young children.2 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Seattle-based Expedia confirms more layoffs despite profitable 2024
While the specific number of employees has yet to be revealed, Expedia Group has confirmed that it is going to lay off more workers.2 years ago
Brandon Thompson, KIRO 7 News
Time to go underground? PSE considers power outage risk when moving lines underground
Tens of thousands of people in East King County woke up without power Tuesday morning after a strong windstorm brought gusts upwards of 55 miles per hour to the area.2 years ago
Jackson Meyer
Small biz owner who lost $10K to LEGO theft: Criminals know ‘there’s not going to be a whole lot of consequences’
LEGO theft hit Sasquatch Bricks. The owner tells "The Jason Rantz Show" on KTTH that he had an estimated $10,000 worth of LEGO sets stolen.2 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Lynnwood City Council appointee withdraws an hour before swearing-in ceremony
Rebecca Thornton, the Lynnwood council appointee, steps down from her City Council seat just days after unanimous selection.2 years ago
KTTH staff
ICE Seattle nabs five illegal immigrants with DUI convictions
ICE Seattle apprehends five illegal aliens with DUI convictions, as part of larger immigration enforcement.2 years ago
Julia Dallas
King County man found with drug lab, explosives in RV near state park headed to prison
A King County man who was caught in his RV with a drug lab, firearms and explosives has been sentenced to eight years in prison.2 years ago
Julia Dallas
Washington Senate approves memorial for trooper killed by burglary suspect
The Washington State Senate approved a memorial for fallen Washington State Patrol (WSP) Trooper Charles Frank Noble Jr.2 years ago
Shawn Garrett, KIRO 7
Teen accidentally shot by 13-year-old friend near Alderwood Mall
A 14-year-old has been injured after reports of a shooting near Alderwood Mall Tuesday afternoon.2 years ago
Charlie Harger
Downtown Seattle seeing signs of recovery, but challenges remain
After years of struggling with rising crime, office vacancies, and economic uncertainty, downtown Seattle is showing signs of improvement.2 years ago
FRANK LENZI AND LUKE DUECY, KIRO NEWSRADIO
King County Council approves task force to enhance bus safety after driver’s murder
The King County Council has unanimously approved a new task force to address bus safety in the wake of last December’s murder of Metro driver Shawn Yim. The Transit Safety Task Force will include members of the King County Council, the Metro Bus union, and law enforcement to develop a safety plan to improve transit […]2 years ago
Frank Sumrall
Seattle Police arrest leader of $1M ATM, safe robbery ring
The SPD made a major arrest related to a string of robberies where suspects used stolen vehicles and equipment to steal $1 million from ATMs and safes.2 years ago
Frank Sumrall
Prolific Renton drug dealer sentenced to 13 years for role in Aryan prison gang drug ring
A Renton resident was sentenced to 13 years in prison for his involvement in a drug trafficking ring that was connected to Aryan prison gangs.2 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Rep. Adam Smith: ‘Trump is moving in a fascist direction and we need to stop him’
Congressman Adam Smith calls for action to prevent what he calls Trump's troubling trajectory toward fascism.2 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
SR-530 in Arlington blocked during morning commute after fatal two-car, head-on collision
State Route 530 was fully blocked at 251st Place Northeast in Arlington Tuesday morning due to a head-on fatality collision.2 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Gee Scott: ‘It’s absolutely nuts’ to allow cars to drive through Pike Place Market
KIRO Newsradio host Gee Scott says it's time to end the practice of allowing cars to drive through Pike Place Market.2 years ago
Frank Sumrall
‘Get the troublemakers out:’ John Curley on landmark CARES Act ruling for landlords
With this ruling regarding the CARES Act, landlords in Washington may now issue 10‑day comply‑or‑vacate notices for breaches of lease agreements and even three‑day notices for issues such as nuisance, waste or unlawful activity.2 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba
Did Everett’s Hope ‘N Wellness find a new location to serve the homeless?
Hope 'N Wellness, 3021 Rucker Ave., is in discussions with Our Lady of Hope about moving to a new location.2 years ago
Jason Rantz
Rantz Exclusive: Officials accused of downplaying ‘hostage’ incident at youth detention, multiple officers injured
The King County Juvenile Detention Officers Guild president is accusing county leadership of ignoring their warnings, and downplaying a recent 'hostage' incident.2 years ago
