Brandon Thompson, KIRO 7 News
Insurance negotiation letter concerns patients one week before contracts end
The clock is ticking for 1.6 million people in Washington State to maintain access to their health care providers as they negotiate with their insurance company.2 years ago
Samantha Lomibao, KIRO 7 News
Everett home hit by lightning, roof catches fire with family inside
An Everett family caught by surprise as lightning ignites their roof during Wednesday's thunderstorms.2 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba
Should Idaho make English the state’s official language?
Voters will soon decide whether English will be the official language of Idaho.2 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba
Scammers target WSU student athletes
Police report student-athletes at Washington State University (WSU) are being targeted by a new scam.2 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Amtrak pulls train services in Cascades; here’s what you need to know
Corrosion on its Horizon railcars has prompted Amtrak to cancel several routes nationwide.2 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
2nd suspect arrested in elaborate scam of 71-year-old Sequim woman
Authorities have arrested a second person in connection with an elaborate scam of a 71-year-old woman in Sequim.2 years ago
Frank Sumrall
Seattle’s $2M all-gender bathroom: Waterfront Park gets flush new look
The Waterfront Park nestled in Seattle's downtown neighborhood held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the installation of a new bathroom with six all-gender stalls.2 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba
‘Persistent gun violence is unacceptable’: New safety measures unveiled for bars open past 2 a.m.
Seattle Councilmember Bob Kettle has introduced a new ordinance aimed at improving safety at bars operating after 2 a.m. The proposed legislation mandates that these establishments maintain up-to-date city permits and licenses, employ two security guards, implement video surveillance, draft a safety plan, and permit police entry. “This bill underscores our commitment to the security […]2 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba
Whooping cough cases continue to surge in Seattle, and across Washington
Whooping cough cases continue to surge in Seattle and across Washington state.2 years ago
Jason Sloss, KIRO 7 News
Seattle attack on Tesla: Car owners share vandalism video with KIRO 7
Attacks on Teslas continue around the Puget Sound and video shows person keying a car.2 years ago
Cox Media Group National Content Desk
Dollar Tree to sell Family Dollar for $1B
Dollar Tree is selling its Family Dollar stores to a group of private-equity investors for about $1 billion.2 years ago
Samantha Lomibao, KIRO 7 News
FBI recognizes three young girls for stopping Kent kidnapping
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) recognizes three Kent middle schoolers for their bravery in stopping the kidnapping of a 6-year-old girl.2 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba
Dow Constantine as Sound Transit CEO: Understanding the controversy
The expected announcement of King County Executive Dow Constantine as the new CEO of Sound Transit has drawn the ire of some activist groups.2 years ago
Frank Sumrall
Enumclaw Middle School evacuated after device was detonated, no reported injuries
Enumclaw Middle School was evacuated early Tuesday after a small explosive device detonated outside in the school courtyard.2 years ago
Frank Sumrall
Man with health issues missing since Monday, last seen heading to Seattle health clinic
WSP issued a missing person alert for Isaah Reevis, 34, who was last seen at approximately 10:30 a.m. boarding a bus off Davis Avenue S. in Seattle.2 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
New calf born to descendant of last orca captured in Washington waters
A new calf has been born to a descendant of the last orca captured in Washington waters.2 years ago
Frank Sumrall
Popular firearm banned by WA police training commission after reports of untriggered firings
Washington's Criminal Justice Training Commission (CJTC) banned the Sig Sauer P320, a firearm popular among both law enforcement and the U.S. military, causing multiple police departments to protest the decision.2 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Alleged intoxicated driver crashes down a hill in Auburn
A person has been arrested for suspicion of DUI after they crashed down an Auburn hillside early Tuesday morning.2 years ago
Madeline Ottilie, KIRO 7 News
‘We need somebody to come forward’; reward for information about deadly Ballard hit-and-run
An Arlington family is desperate for answers after their son was killed in a deadly hit-and-run by a driver in Ballard last month.2 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Driving a Tesla ‘has become toxic’: Owners scrubbing off logos amid rising Elon Musk anger
Some Tesla owners are taking extreme steps to protect themselves from vandalism as acts of aggression against Tesla, Tesla owners, and Elon Musk himself ramp up across the nation.2 years ago
Frank Sumrall
Car thefts plummet in WA: State leads U.S. with 32% decrease
Car thefts dropped by 32% from 2023 to 2024 in Washington, according to the National Insurance Crime Bureau, the most of any state in the nation.2 years ago
Associated Press
Oscar-winning Palestinian director is attacked by Jewish settlers and detained, activists say
Activists report Israeli settlers assaulted a co-director of No Other Land in the occupied West Bank, leading to his detention.2 years ago
Frank Sumrall
Repeat Belltown drug dealer arrested with major stash of cocaine, fentanyl
A Kirkland man known by police as a repeat drug dealer was arrested in Seattle last week in the downtown neighborhood.2 years ago
