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Photo: Around a thousand federal workers protest outside the federal building in downtown Seattle i...
KIRO Newsradio staff

‘It’s up to us:’ Federal workers take part in Presidents Day rally against Trump administration

Around a thousand people, including federal workers, protested on Presidents Day outside the federal building in downtown Seattle.
2 years ago
Matthew Colson died in a hit-and-run in 2019. (Courtesy Marysville Police Department)...
KIRO 7 News Staff

Six years later police continue efforts to solve a homicide in Marysville

The Marysville Police Department has taken to social media in hopes of gathering information that could help solve a hit-and-run homicide from six years ago.
2 years ago
Fire leaves 1 dead and 1 hurt in Tacoma Sunday. (Courtesy Tacoma Fire Department)...
Steve Aguilar, KIRO 7 News

1 killed, 1 injured in fire at Tacoma gun range

One person has died, and another was injured following a fire at Bull’s Eye Indoor Range in Tacoma on Sunday evening.
2 years ago
Family of 7 loses mobile home to fire. (Courtesy KIRO-7)....
Deborah Horne, KIRO 7 News

South Sound family of seven left homeless after mobile home fire

A family of seven is homeless after flames ravaged their mobile home.
2 years ago
Man walks with umbrella along Eastlake in Seattle. No more deep freeze in the city. (Photo: Bill Ka...
Ted Buehner

Western Washington escapes the deep freeze; normal conditions set for week

What a contrast from last week, going from the deep freeze to milder wetter weather! The weather transformation unfolded over the holiday weekend with more to come this week.
2 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff

Majority of Washingtonians feel the pain of high grocery prices, says survey

Washington State residents are feeling the effects of rising grocery prices according to a recent Washington State Food Security Survey.
2 years ago
Photo: The exterior of a Seattle Public Schools building. strike...
Julia Dallas

Survey shows most parents lack confidence in Seattle Public Schools’ education

The Seattle Times reported that survey results revealed more than half of parents surveyed last year said they had considered pulling their children from SPS.
2 years ago
Around 7:50 p.m. on Saturday, crews from Central Pierce Fire & Rescue answered a call of a fire in ...
KIRO 7 News Staff

Two people escape uninjured after two-story house fire in Parkland

Firefighters responded to a two-story blaze in Parkland, ensuring safety for the two residents without injuries reported.
2 years ago
Police arrested a convicted felon with a history of assault, after they say he fired a shotgun at a...
Tom Brock

Suspect in Bellingham shotgun attack arrested following motorcycle chase

Police arrested a violent felon who led them on a high-speed motorcycle chase Saturday night. The suspect allegedly robbed a man of $350 dollars and shot him in the leg with a shotgun last week. Police say he also told the victim he would kill him the next time he sees him. Detectives say the […]
2 years ago
a group of anti-Elon Musk protesters holding signs and standing outside...
MyNorthwest Staff

Seattle protesters target Elon Musk, Trump Administration at Tesla Showroom

Roughly 80 Seattle Tesla protesters targeted Elon Musk over his new role in the Trump Administration's impact.
2 years ago
Police chase through Shelton, WA. (Mason County Sheriff's Office)...
KIRO 7 News Staff

Driver arrested on suspicion of DUI after leading police in a pursuit through Shelton

A DUI suspect led police on a chase after reckless driving in Shelton, highlighting urgent public safety concerns.
2 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff

Starbucks limiting its mobile ordering menu. Here’s what that means for you

Starbucks menu changes on mobile will affect your experience and the service provided by baristas. But it may not be too noticeable.
2 years ago
western wa el nino winter...
MyNorthwest Staff

Seattle Weather Update: Freezing temps are over this winter, but rain ahead

Seattle weather shifts as winter's freezing temperatures fade, bringing more rain and gloomy days to the region.
2 years ago
The parents of Kadony Robbins, 18, believe he was shot and killed on Valentine's Day as he tried to...
Louie Tran, KIRO7 Eyewitness News

‘I would’ve taken his place any day’: Tacoma couple remembers son shot, killed on Valentine’s Day

A Tacoma couple is remembering their son after he was shot and killed on Valentine’s Day.
2 years ago
A Kitsap County sheriff's deputy and a private citizen used a rowboat to save a dog that fell throu...
Tom Brock

Rescuers save dog after it fell through thin ice at a Kitsap County lake

A Kitsap County sheriff's deputy and a private citizen saved a dog from the icy water of a lake after it fell through thin ice.
2 years ago
Matt Markovich

Statewide ban on flavored tobacco, nicotine and vape moves forward

A statewide ban on flavored tobacco, nicotine, and vapor products is moving forward in the Washington legislature.
2 years ago
Post Malone backed by Sublime With Rome headlines Bud Light's Dive Bar Tour In New York City (Photo...
MyNorthwest Staff

WATCH: Nirvana reunites with Post Malone for SNL 50 concert at Radio City Music Hall

Watch the unforgettable Nirvana and Post Malone performance at the SNL 50th anniversary concert in Radio City Music Hall.
2 years ago
a person standing in the middle of a road with a red light in Monroe...
Samantha Lomibao, KIRO 7 News

‘Like in the movies’: Monroe driver rescued moments before train crash

A Monroe driver narrowly avoids disaster as a freight train collides with their car just moments after their escape.
2 years ago
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MyNorthwest Staff

Everett City Council approves new AquaSox stadium

The Everett City Council has approved a $200,000 agreement to begin work for a new downtown AquaSox  stadium.
2 years ago
KCSO retired K9 Frodo passed away Feb. 7. (Courtesy King County Sheriff's Office)...
Frank Lenzi

King County Sheriff’s Office mourns beloved retired K9 Frodo

The King County Sheriff's Office is mourning the loss of one of its retired K9s. K9 Frodo passed away passed away peacefully on Feb. 7, surrounded by his faithful handler and loving family.
2 years ago
Some people who have had their cars stolen get more than just their cars back. (COURTESY KIRO-7)...
Linzi Sheldon, KIRO 7 News

‘I was very surprised’: Local victims get back more than just stolen car

More than 26,000 cars were stolen in Washington last year according to the Puget Sound Auto Theft Task Force, and if their owners are fortunate enough to get them back, they’re often saddled with a time-consuming new problem: they need to clean up and clean out their vehicle.
2 years ago
Kent officer shoots armed man. (Courtesy KIRO-7)...
Shawn Garrett, KIRO 7 News

Kent officer shoots armed man on Des Moines beach after crisis response

A Kent police officer shot a 58-year-old man on a Des Moines beach Friday evening after authorities responded to reports of an armed individual who had threatened himself and family members, according to police.
2 years ago
Rep. Sharon Shewmake...
Matt Markovich

Washington State’s wood-burning stoves: Still legal, but with stricter emissions rules

A bill that some feared would lead to a ban on wood-burning stoves in Washington passed a Senate committee on Friday—but without the harsh restrictions that many had worried about. The Senate Environment, Energy & Technology Committee gave Senate Bill 5174 a “do pass” recommendation, meaning it could soon go to a vote before the […]
2 years ago
a man in a vest with an ICE Seattle officer in the back. bob songer - sheriff...
MyNorthwest Staff

ICE Seattle announces 3 more ‘significant public threats’ arrested

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Seattle announced it has arrested three additional illegal immigrants.
2 years ago