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Princess Diana...
Julia Dallas

MOPOP hosts ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ chance to see Princess Diana memorabilia

MOPOP is offering a rare opportunity to see Princess Diana's memorabilia before it's sold at auction.
2 years ago
gorilla 100 men seattle seahawk...
MyNorthwest Staff

100 men vs. a gorilla? Former Seattle Seahawk claims you only need 9

The 100 men versus one gorilla debate is back on the internet and Luke Wilson claims we might want to thank the Seahawks for it.
2 years ago
flu season...
Frank Sumrall

U.S. sees deadliest pediatric flu season in 15 years, CDC reports

More children have died this flu season in the U.S. than in any previous flu season over the last 15 years, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) confirmed.
2 years ago
Boating season...
KIRO 7 News Staff

Boating season kicks off this weekend, police to increase water patrols

Seattle's Opening Day of Boating Season is this Saturday, with increased police patrols ensuring safety on the water.
2 years ago
Starbucks...
Julia Dallas

Starbucks bets on baristas, scaling back tech in push for better service

Starbucks is hiring more baristas in an attempt to create a better coffee house experience and therefore attract more customers.
2 years ago
Monroe High School...
KIRO 7 News Staff

Former Monroe HS teacher arrested for a second time for alleged rape, sexual misconduct with student

A former Monroe Hight School teacher has been arrested for a second time for alleged rape, sexual misconduct with student.
2 years ago
naked gardening...
Luke Duecy

Seattle ranks No. 2 for naked gardening ahead of World Naked Gardening Day

Discover why Seattle shines as a top city for naked gardening this World Naked Gardening Day.
2 years ago
expedia layoffs...
Frank Sumrall

Expedia announces latest round of layoffs

Expedia failed to report the exact number of employees who were let go, as of this reporting, but it impacted approximately 3% of the company's workforce.
2 years ago
Renton High School...
Madeline Ottilie, KIRO 7 News

Residents losing homes for new Renton school complain about how district is handling process

Residents who are losing their homes for a new Renton school are complaining about how the district is handling the process.
2 years ago
tutta bella kroger seattle...
MyNorthwest Staff

Seattle’s beloved Tutta Bella now producing pizzas nationwide through Kroger

Tutta Bella is ramping up production at its SODO facility after agreeing to a deal to supply Kroger with pizzas earlier this year.
2 years ago
naloxone trump...
MyNorthwest Staff

Will Trump cut Naloxone access? $56M federal program under threat

The Trump administration is reportedly weighing its options whether or not it will cut access to Naloxone, a medicine that can "rapidly reverse" an opioid overdose.
2 years ago
J.P. Patches...
Frank Sumrall

Statue of iconic clown J.P. Patches defaced in Fremont

Fremont’s iconic statue of J.P. Patches has been defaced—and the community is pooling together to fix it.
2 years ago
Be’er Sheva Park shooting...
KIRO 7 News Staff

Child, 76-year-old injured in shooting at Be’er Sheva Park

An 8-year-old girl and a 76-year-old woman both had minor injuries after they were grazed by bullets at Seattle’s Be’er Sheva Park on Thursday.
2 years ago
Forks attempted murder...
Frank Sumrall

Four-year-old remains ID’d in Selah, father arrested

The Selah Police Department confirmed the human remains discovered on Cowiche Mill Road last month were of a four-year-old boy, Alaric "AJ" Funderburgh.
2 years ago
wa weekend skagit valley tulip festival...
Paul Holden

WA weekend roundup: Extended tulip season, sports spectacles, free comics

Discover upcoming weekend happenings in Washington.
2 years ago
wsp safety cloud...
MyNorthwest Staff

WSP rolling out alerts to warn drivers of approaching emergency vehicles

The Washington State Patrol (WSP) is introducing Safety Cloud, an alert system to notify drivers of approaching emergency vehicles.
2 years ago
Edmonds School District principal contract...
Julia Dallas

Edmonds schools to cut 12 full-time employees in response to $8.5M shortfall

The Edmonds School District faces an $8.5M deficit, leading to the elimination of 12 full-time positions.
2 years ago
Tacoma Police rescue man from burning car....
Frank Lenzi

Video: Tacoma police rescue man from burning car

Tacoma police body camera footage captured the dramatic moments when police rescued a man from a burning car after it crashed into a fence and a power pole Tuesday.
2 years ago
port of tacoma ship fire lawsuit...
KIRO Newsradio staff

Sen. Murray warns of supply chain strain as WA imports set to drop 40%

U.S. Senator Patty Murray raises concerns over supply chain disruptions and rising prices in Washington amid drop in imports to ports.
2 years ago
Seattle May Day 2025....
Luke Duecy and James Lynch

Hundreds take part in May Day demonstrations in Seattle

Hundreds of demonstrators gathered in Seattle on Thursday to march in support of workers' and immigrants' rights. Earlier in the day, demonstrators protested furloughs during a walk-out at Seattle Central College.
2 years ago
Image: People may have a hard time getting around this weekend after WSDOT announced several major ...
MyNorthwest Staff

Driver killed after crash on SR 520; WSP seeking hit-and-run suspect

WSP is looking for the car its thinks is responsible for a hit-and-run on SR 520. 
2 years ago
23andMe...
Luke Duecy

Tech Talk: What happens to your data when 23andMe sells it to the highest bidder?

However, in March, after settling a $30 million lawsuit over a data breach, 23andMe declared bankruptcy and announced they are selling the company, including the massive amounts of data it has collected from willing customers.
2 years ago
A Bothell Police Department vehicle. (Photo courtesy of the Bothell Police Department)...
Frank Sumrall

16-month-old found safely after taken from legal guardian’s home

A 16-month-old child was found safely after she was taken from the home of their legal guardian in Bothell Thursday morning.
2 years ago
Cal Anderson Park May Day...
KIRO 7 News Staff

May Day 2025: Rallies around Puget Sound

Join the May Day celebrations in Puget Sound, honoring workers' rights and historical struggles on May 1, 2025.
2 years ago