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Salt & Straw pike place market starbucks...
Frank Sumrall

Ice cream icon Salt and Straw drops Pike Place Market move days after announcement

Salt & Straw bowed out of moving into Pike Place Market less than a week after the ice creamery announced the move.
2 years ago
seattle pride...
Frank Sumrall

Seattle Pride faces $350,000 budget shortfall as corporate sponsorship pull out

Seattle Pride is dealing with a $350,000 budget shortfall after it lost several corporate sponsorships. The organization believes the pullout of sponsorships came from DEI rollbacks, political attacks on the LGBTQ+ community, saving money amid a turbulent forecasted economy, and the recent installation of the new Trump administration.
2 years ago
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MyNorthwest Staff

Seattle apartments are getting much smaller, yet remain very expensive

Seattle apartments are much smaller than the national average size. Yet, prices remain high. Why is that?
2 years ago
bellevue rideshare driver...
Shawn Garrett, KIRO 7 News

Bellevue rideshare driver accused of assaulting teen passenger, police seek more victims

Bellevue police are asking for the public’s help after officers arrested a rideshare driver accused of sexually assaulting a 16-year-old passenger during a February trip, according to a department statement.
2 years ago
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Luke Duecy

China halts all Boeing orders amid escalating tariff war with Trump, U.S.

China is stopping all jet orders from American manufacturer Boeing in response to tariffs issued by the Trump administration reaching as high as 145% on Chinese goods and products.
2 years ago
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KIRO Newsradio staff

Beacon Hill hit-and-run leaves woman in critical condition

A woman suffered a serious head injury Monday morning in Seattle's Beacon Hill neighborhood during a hit-and-run crash.
2 years ago
Seattle cruise season...
MyNorthwest Staff

‘Epitome of exploitation’: Climate activists rally against Seattle cruise season

Activists protest against environmental impacts of the upcoming Seattle cruise season, urging action for sustainable tourism practices.
2 years ago
coyote Snoqualmie...
Julia Dallas

VIDEO: Brave mouse ‘boops’ coyote while being hunted in Snoqualmie

Witness a rare wildlife moment as a mouse confronts a coyote in Snoqualmie, showcasing nature's unexpected bravery.
2 years ago
The Edmonds School Board is considering cuts to staff and student programs as the district faces an...
MyNorthwest Staff

Facing an $8.5M shortfall, Edmonds schools face cuts and layoffs

Edmonds schools confront severe cuts and layoffs due to an $8.5 million budget deficit for the upcoming school year.
2 years ago
Historic Virginia Inn Seattle (Photo Credit: Pike Place Market, City of Seattle)...
Jonah Oaklief

Historic bar survived prohibition, COVID-19 only to close over rent squabble

The Virginia Inn, a Seattle staple since 1903, faces closure over a rent dispute after surviving both prohibition and COVID-19.
2 years ago
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Frank Sumrall

Three unions demand outside investigation into Tacoma-Pierce County Health Director’s conduct

Three separate unions filed a complaint against the Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department's public health director, alleging she created a toxic work environment and practiced bullying and other unethical behavior.
2 years ago
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KIRO 7 News Staff

Here’s what you need to know as Tax Day approaches

Learn what you need to know as Tax Day approaches on April 15 to ensure a smooth filing experience this year.
2 years ago
undercover seattle...
Jonah Oaklief

Seattle recognizes undercover detective 5 years after suicide

After five years, SPD formally recognizes Detective Van Brunt's dedication and sacrifice following his tragic passing.
2 years ago
Skykomish sexual contact teacher student...
Luke Duecy

Hate crimes related to gender expression or perceived sexual orientation on track to surpass 2024 numbers in King County

King County is just two hate crime cases away from beating its total number last year in 2025, and it is only April, the King County Prosecuting Attorney's Office confirmed Monday.
2 years ago
Tesla suspect lacey...
KIRO 7 News Staff

Police offer new details in Tesla charging station vandalism

Earlier this week, a Tesla Supercharger station exploded in Lacey. Now, a new video showing a now-wanted suspect has been released by police.
2 years ago
kent scheme...
Frank Sumrall

CA man stole nearly $1M from Kent company through fraudulent purchases, fake invoices

An IT manager of a Kent-based energy manufacturing company was indicted by a Seattle grand jury this week for creating a scheme to steal nearly $1 million from his employer.
2 years ago
15-year-old renton...
Frank Sumrall

Two 15-year-olds shot, one killed, in Renton apartment complex shooting, police seeking suspects

A 15-year-old died in a shooting at an apartment complex in Renton Sunday evening. A second 15-year-old was injured in the shooting, and was taken to a local hospital.
2 years ago
blue origin all-women...
KIRO 7 News Staff

Blue Origin’s all-women flight to launch today with Gayle King, Katy Perry on board

Blue Origin, Jeff Bezos’s space tourism company, will launch its latest spaceflight this morning with a historic all-women crew.
2 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff

As tech moves to Bellevue, is Netflix coming to downtown Seattle?

Netflix seems poised to open its first Seattle office, signaling growth in the downtown area as tech moves to Bellevue.
2 years ago
A cruise ship sails by the Seattle waterfront (Photo courtesy of Port of Seattle)...
Frank Lenzi

Port of Seattle prepares for record-breaking cruise season

Seattle's cruise season starts Saturday, and it is expected to break records with 1.9 million passengers passing through.
2 years ago
Tacoma tax...
MyNorthwest Staff

Tacoma tax could raise $37 million annually for road repairs

Tacoma voters consider a new tax to fund vital road repairs and improvements, potentially raising $37 million each year.
2 years ago
Mt. Bachelor snowboarding accident...
Julia Dallas

13-year-old from Washington dies in tragic Oregon snowboarding accident

A tragic snowboarding accident in Oregon claims the life of a 13-year-old boy from Washington, according to local authorities.
2 years ago
Former Tacoma Police Chief Avery More has been paid $479,267 as part of his separation agreement wi...
Jonah Oaklief

Ex-Police Chief Avery Moore makes nearly $480K after Tacoma deal

Former Chief Avery Moore receives $479,267 in separation agreement with Tacoma PD, public records reveal.
2 years ago
movies warfare shows...
Frank Sumrall

‘Warfare,’ the last war movie we’ll ever need, is here: Best movies and shows for you this weekend

You don’t watch “Warfare,” you survive it. “Warfare” is in theaters Friday. Here are the best movies and TV shows to watch this weekend.
2 years ago