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Parents told KIRO 7 News that they were notified about a recent case of whooping cough at Zeiger El...
Louie Tran, KIRO 7 News

Puyallup parents concerned about school district’s response to recent whooping cough case

A recent case of whooping cough has Puyallup parents concerned.
2 years ago
orangutan bite woodland park zoo...
Frank Sumrall

Woodland Park zoo keeper hospitalized after orangutan bite during training

An animal keeper at the Woodland Park Zoo in Seattle suffered an injury from an orangutan bite and had to be treated at a local hospital over the weekend.
2 years ago
paul junger tacoma police...
KIRO 7 News Staff

Deputy Chief Paul Junger ‘officially separated’ from Tacoma PD

Tacoma police confirmed today that Deputy Chief Paul Junger is no longer on the job.
2 years ago
missing autistic man Jonathan Hoang...
KIRO 7 News Staff

Police and family search for missing 21-year-old autistic man from Arlington

Police and family are searching for 21-year-old Jonathan Hoang, who went missing Sunday evening in Arlington.
2 years ago
Whale Calf...
Heather Bosch and Frank Lenzi

Historic orca calf born in the PNW, brings hope for killer whale population

A new orca calf has been born in the Pacific Northwest, and this baby boasts an impressive family tree.
2 years ago
SOCIAL SECURITY...
KIRO 7 News Staff

Social Security Administration implementing in-person ID checks

The Social Security Administration will start requiring in-person ID checks for certain services beginning on April 14. 
2 years ago
11-year-old gun middle school...
Frank Lenzi

Despite strike vote, Seattle school district does not expect disruption to bus service

The union representing Seattle school bus drivers voted over the weekend to authorize a strike, which could start Tuesday.
2 years ago
recall ford escapes broncos...
Cox Media Group National Content Desk

Recall alert: 33K Ford Escapes, Broncos recalled over cracked fuel injector

A cracked fuel injector has forced the recall of 33,576 Ford Escapes and Broncos because it could start a fire.
2 years ago
washington opioid-related deaths...
Frank Sumrall

WA sees uptick in opioid-related deaths, while nation sees first overall decline since 2018

While most states in the U.S. improved year-over-year in decreasing their opioid-related deaths, four states' death rates worsened—including Washington.
2 years ago
Image: Richard Sherman speaks on set of the Amazon Prime "TNF" pregame show prior to game between t...
Frank Sumrall

‘Scary Situation’: Richard Sherman says armed robbers stormed his home with family inside

Seattle Seahawks legend Richard Sherman shared photos on X of several armed men inside his Washington home during an alleged armed robbery.
2 years ago
astronauts boeing...
Frank Sumrall

‘Spaceflight is hard’: Once-stranded astronauts defend Boeing after 9-month ISS stint

The two astronauts who had to stay suspended in space aboard the International Space Station (ISS) for nine months are not blaming Boeing for their delayed return.
2 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff

WA State Senate passes bill to hike gas tax by 6 cents per gallon

The state senate voted Saturday to raise Washington's gas tax by six cents per gallon.
2 years ago
public transit safety wa...
Frank Sumrall

King County Metro resumes fare enforcement March 31 — Here’s what riders need to know

Starting Monday, March 31, King County Metro will begin to reinforce its fares, asking riders for proof of payment on buses and street cars.
2 years ago
Fire burns back of home in Seattle's University District....
KIRO 7 News Staff

Fire burns in the back of University District home

A fire burned in the back of a home in Seattle's University District over the weekend.
2 years ago
motorcyclist west seattle bridge...
Frank Sumrall

Motorcyclist dies on West Seattle Bridge following crash near Delridge Way off-ramp

A 42-year-old motorcyclist died Sunday evening following a crash on his bike on the West Seattle Bridge.
2 years ago
building tariffs...
Sofia Silvia

New building tariffs could make it harder to buy a home in WA

Rising building tariffs may challenge homeownership in Washington, increasing costs for new electrical services and construction.
2 years ago
A man dies in a tragic base-jumping accident....
KIRO 7 News Staff

Man dies in base-jumping accident near Wenatchee

A tragic base-jumping accident near Wenatchee claims a life, as confirmed by Chelan County authorities.
2 years ago
layoffs 5th avenue theater...
Frank Lenzi

Major Seattle arts groups will share historic space

Two major Seattle arts groups will now share the same historic space. Seattle Theater Group is taking over the lease at the 5th Avenue Theater. The groups will each use the space for about 26 weeks a year.
2 years ago
Coho salmon have a better chance of survival with new soil mixture. (Photo: Getty Image)...
Bill Kaczaraba

King County scientists discover method to help salmon survive polluted stormwater

King County researchers may have found a solution to help prevent coho salmon dying from polluted stormwater.
2 years ago
Professor Stuart Reges continues his fight against the UW over a land acknowledgment joke....
Frankie Katafias, KIRO 7

Around The Sound: U District Cherry Blossom Festival

Discover the beauty of cherry blossoms at the UW quad during the U District Cherry Blossom Festival this spring season.
2 years ago
These products with certain "Use By" dates are being recalled due to possible contamination from a ...
Tom Brock

Liquid egg products recalled due to possible cleaning solution contamination

A recall is underway for a liquid egg product because it might contain a cleaning solution chemical.
2 years ago
Protesters in Seattle calls for the jailing and deportation of Elon Musk. (Photo: John Curley/KIRO ...
MyNorthwest Staff

11 ‘Tesla Takedown’ protests across Washington, including Seattle and Bellevue

Activists are set to protest Tesla in Seattle, Bellevue, and more on Saturday. It's part of a national "Tesla Takedown" movement.
2 years ago
Family members remember Zuleika Witron of Tacoma, a U.S. Army veteran, who died saving her dog. (Ph...
Louie Tran, KIRO 7 News

Family remembers Tacoma veteran who died after trying to save her dog in Carbon River

Loved ones remember a Tacoma woman who died heroically trying to rescue her dog from the Carbon River.
2 years ago
leonardo dicaprio bob ferguson...
Frank Sumrall

Leonardo DiCaprio’s next project is playing… Bob Ferguson?

Leonardo DiCaprio's next massive acting project was announced this week when Warner Bros. released a trailer for the upcoming film "One Battle After Another," where he will play the lead role of...Bob Ferguson?
2 years ago