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Yakima Police closed an investigation of an attack on a local man after the suspect died of an over...
Bill Kaczaraba

Suspect dies of overdose just hours after allegedly attacking Yakima man

A 35-year-old Yakima man reportedly died from an overdose after allegedly attacking another individual.
2 years ago
ICE impersonating fife...
Frank Sumrall

Fife Police investigating suspicious vehicle possibly impersonating ICE agents

A vehicle potentially impersonating U.S. ICE agents prompted an investigation by the Fife Police Department after it was caught circling the parking lot of a Ukrainian grocery store.
2 years ago
missing woman Indigenous...
Frank Sumrall

Seattle Police searching for missing indigenous woman who’s been gone for 14 months

A Missing Indigenous Person Alert was issued for a woman who has been missing for more than a year.
2 years ago
Screen shot of Trooper Sarah Clasen from police body camera footage (Courtesy Richland Police via K...
KIRO 7 News Staff

Wrongful death suit filed against WA trooper accused in deadly DUI crash

A state trooper charged in connection with a fatal DUI crash now faces a wrongful death lawsuit.
2 years ago
20 bank robberies king county...
Frank Sumrall

Man accused of more than 20 bank robberies in King County arrested

Seattle Police Department detectives and patrol officers arrested a man responsible for more than 20 bank robberies throughout Seattle and King County Monday afternoon.
2 years ago
Seattle City Council President Sara Nelson talks with KIRO Newsradio's Charlie Harger. (Photo: Fran...
Bill Kaczaraba, MyNorthwest and KIRO 7 News Staff

Seattle City Council President calls SODO vote a ‘win for both residents, businesses’

A five-hour marathon meeting ended with the Seattle City Council approving controversial housing rezoning changes in SODO, the stadium district near the port, Tuesday night.
2 years ago
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Frank Sumrall

Kent Police arrest man for attempting to kidnap girlfriend in broad daylight

The Kent Police Department arrested a man after he attempted to kidnap his girlfriend last week.
2 years ago
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Jonathan J. Cooper and Gene Johnson, The Associated Press

Violent attacks on Tesla dealerships spike as Musk takes prominent role in Trump White House

Cybertrucks set ablaze. Bullets and Molotov cocktails aimed at showrooms. Attacks against Tesla and Elon Musk are cropping up across the U.S. and overseas.
2 years ago
missing cat scam...
Samantha Lomibao, KIRO 7 News

Seattle man caught in missing cat scam

A scam is preying on owners whose have a missing cat or dog by pretending to be with local animal shelters.
2 years ago
Starbucks...
Bill Kaczaraba

Starbucks is giving its cafes a ‘new’ feel. Will it bring back customers?

Starbucks is trying to revive the old-time coffeehouse feel while adding some modern touches, Bloomberg is reporting.
2 years ago
Cornish college...
MyNorthwest Staff

Most Cornish College faculty and staff expected to be hired by Seattle U

Seattle University finalizes deal to absorb Cornish College, closing the 110-year-old institution by the end of May.
2 years ago
Savage Pet large chicken box and small chicken box. This week, the company recalled one lot of larg...
JONEL ALECCIA

Another raw pet food recall is tied to illness and death in cats

A California company recalls raw chicken products after bird flu linked to illnesses in three cats. Stay informed and protect your pets.
2 years ago
A second case of measles found in King County....
KIRO 7 News Staff

Second measles case identified in Washington, linked to first case

Health officials confirm a second measles case in Western Washington, connected to last month's outbreak. Stay informed for updates.
2 years ago
Seattle dog owner - pit bull...
James Lynch

‘Everybody loved him’: Seattle dog owner devastated after pit bull fatally shot

A Seattle dog owner -- whose pup was shot and killed on First Hill last week -- is speaking out for the first time.
2 years ago
ICE arrest white center...
Julia Dallas

‘The nightmare is over’: British backpacker reunited with family after Tacoma ICE detainment

A woman has finally returned to the United Kingdom (UK) after a visa mix-up landed her in an ICE facility.
2 years ago
transgender passport rules...
Frank Sumrall

Washington joins legal battle against new passport rules impacting transgender people

Washington opposes passport changes the Attorney General says hinders transgender people’s access to gender-affirming identification.
2 years ago
Sea-Tac Airport...
Nate Connors

Flying out this week? Plan on late night delays to Sea-Tac Airport

Those using the Sea-Tac Airport this week should pack in some extra travel time.
2 years ago
juvenile detention center...
Frank Sumrall

Opening of new Washington juvenile detention center delayed

A juvenile detention center constructed to ease the increase of detained minors in the state is now expected to open months later than anticipated.
2 years ago
Capitol Hill Block Party...
Katy Wade, KIRO 7

Capitol Hill Block Party releases 2025 lineup, will be 21+ this year

Capitol Hill Block Party (CHBP) has released its lineup for the summer of 2025.
2 years ago
City of Spokane in Spokane County. (Photo: City of Spokane)...
Bill Kaczaraba

Spokane County faces possible service cuts, hiring freezes because of anticipated budget shortfall

Spokane County is bracing for a $20 million deficit heading into 2026, reported by The Center Square.
2 years ago
botulism SeaBear recall...
Frank Sumrall

Potentially fatal botulism risk prompts SeaBear to recall multiple chowders

The Anacortes-based SeaBear Company is recalling two types of seafood chowder because of botulism risk, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
2 years ago
ice spokane Venezuelan gang...
Frank Sumrall

‘Horrific’: ICE arrests alleged Tren de Aragua gang members in Spokane, sparks some outcry

Two alleged members of Tren de Aragua were arrested by agents with the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Spokane County, but how they apprehended the suspects has sparked controversy.
2 years ago
Photo: Reyna Hernandez, 54 years old....
Frank Sumrall

Man charged with killing Renton hairdresser pleads not guilty

A man accused of killing a Renton woman was extradited from Mexico last week is set to be in court to enter his plea.
2 years ago
Hit-and-run crash...
KIRO 7 News Staff

Construction worker hospitalized following North Seattle hit-and-run

One person was hurt and taken to hospital following a hit-and-run in North Seattle Monday afternoon, according to police. Seattle police and fire crew confirmed that a black Range Rover SUV collided with a parked vehicle and a bystander was struck. The bystander was a 44-year-old man, who was a construction worker on a job site. He was taken to hospital in stable condition, and the driver of the Range Rover ran off.
2 years ago