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Frank Sumrall

All aboard the Sound Transit merch train: New online store now open!

Sound Transit announced the opening of an all-new digital storefront full of Sound Transit-themed merchandise.

2 years ago

Frank Sumrall

Man with medical condition missing, last seen in Issaquah

The Issaquah Police Department (IPD) is asking the public for help finding a man who has been missing since Wednesday morning.

2 years ago

Frank Sumrall

Study: WA one of the 10 most dangerous states for public transit safety

Washington qualified as one of the 10 most dangerous states when it comes to public transit, according to a study from John Foy & Associates.

2 years ago

MyNorthwest Staff

Disney downsizes its Seattle office space in latest corporation exodus from region

The Walt Disney Company decided to downsize the office space the company occupies in Seattle last quarter, according to a report from CBRE Commercial Real Estate last week.

2 years ago

Heather Bosch

This will cost ‘half of my total anticipated profit’: Seattle businesses fight to survive turbulent tariffs

The Trump administration's shifting tariffs are wreaking havoc on Seattle businesses' bottom lines and, in some cases, threaten their survival and the jobs they provide.

2 years ago

KIRO 7 News Staff

Two rescued following West Seattle collision

Two people were pulled from an overturned car following a crash in West Seattle Wednesday afternoon.

2 years ago

Frank Lenzi

‘Hi, I’m Jeff Bezos’: Hackers alter audio messages at Seattle crosswalks

Hackers have altered the crosswalk audio messages at crosswalks around Seattle.

2 years ago

Shawn Garrett, KIRO 7 News

Lynnwood police investigate wrist-grabbing incident involving child on bike trail

Lynnwood police are investigating a report of an attempted abduction after a man reportedly grabbed a child’s wrist while the child was riding a bicycle on a public trail, according to a statement released Wednesday.

2 years ago

Luke Duecy

Washington ports brace for fallout from U.S.-China trade war

Washington ports prepare for impacts from the U.S.-China trade war, reflecting on past market share losses and future strategies.

2 years ago

Julia Dallas

Starbucks’ new summer drink may surprise you

Explore the unexpected additions to Starbucks' 2025 summer menu.

2 years ago

Frank Sumrall

Teachers in Idaho school district to carry guns on campus, but parents won’t know who

The Idaho-based St. Maries School District is now allowing teachers and faculty to carry guns on campus and in classrooms. Parents will not be notified which teacher is carrying a firearm.

2 years ago

KIRO 7 News Staff

3.0 magnitude earthquake hits near Okanogan

Did you feel it? The Pacific Northwest Seismic Network (PNSN) says a 3.0 magnitude earthquake hit near Okanogan Wednesday morning.

2 years ago

Frank Sumrall

Seattle Public Schools face legal action over neglecting pregnant, nursing employee needs

Washington Attorney General Nick Brown alleged Seattle Public Schools repeatedly failed to provide reasonable accommodations to pregnant and nursing employees in the latest lawsuit from the Washington Attorney General’s Office.

2 years ago

Frank Sumrall

PCC to reopen downtown location as a reimagined corner market

PCC Community Markets is reopening its grocery store location in downtown Seattle this summer, but not without some changes.

2 years ago

Frank Sumrall

Port Angeles 10-year-old found safe in dollhouse on front porch of home

A 10-year-old boy is reportedly missing after last being seen April 15 at approximately 4 p.m. in Port Angeles.

2 years ago

JAMIE STENGLE, The Associated Press

Suspect in shooting at Dallas high school is in custody, officials say

A suspect in a shooting at a Dallas high school that wounded four students and drew a heavy police response to the campus has been taken into custody, school district officials announced Tuesday night.

2 years ago

Frank Lenzi

Vancouver BC police: Suspected jaywalker sets 2 officers on fire

After being stopped for jaywalking, a man set two Vancouver, British Columbia police officers on fire, authorities said.

2 years ago

‘I just don't believe that’: Gee questions impact of five-minute recess cut at Seattle school....

Julia Dallas

Attorney General sues Seattle Public Schools over alleged mistreatment of pregnant, nursing staff

The AG's Office alleges Seattle Public Schools mistreated pregnant and nursing staff, sparking legal action for employee rights.

2 years ago

Photo: A tree fell on a car on Northeast Seattle after a strom swept through the area....

Heather Bosch

FEMA denies WA ‘bomb cyclone’ aid—what it means for homeowners

Learn the impact of FEMA's denial of aid for WA homeowners after the November hurricane storm. Understand your options and next steps.

2 years ago

MyNorthwest Staff

Policing from above: Everett launches drones with first responders

Everett initiates a drone pilot program to enhance response times and tackle staffing shortages in law enforcement.

2 years ago

Louie Tran, KIRO 7 News

Community rallies behind Gig Harbor gymnastics coach recovering from brain aneurysm

Families across the region are rallying behind a Gig Harbor gymnastics coach who is recovering from a brain aneurysm. Now, the family is raising awareness to possibly save other lives.