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st. patrick's day weekend events...
Paul Holden

Weekend events: St. Patrick’s Day, birdwatching and longer days

The start of spring is right around the corner and there's plenty going on this weekend, including St. Patrick's Day, to enjoy along with sunsets now occurring after 7 p.m.
2 years ago
The OnlyFans logo is displayed on a smartphone screen with a photo of Lynnwood City Council candida...
Frank Sumrall

Lynnwood council member withdraws from position after OnlyFans controversy

A Lynnwood council member has withdrawn from her appointment after some of her social media posts came to light.
2 years ago
des moines shooting charges...
James Lynch

Police warn residents of European crime ring operating in Arlington

The Arlington Police Department (APD) is warning residents and businesses to be on the lookout for an organized crime ring targeting businesses and residents.
2 years ago
School bus crash leaves two students injured...
Frank Lenzi

School bus crash leaves two students injured

A crash involving a school bus left two high school students injured Thursday afternoon in Mason County.
2 years ago
school employeesWashington Superintendent of Public Instruction Chris Reykdal...
James Lynch

‘This is going to end in court:’ Washington Superintendent addresses Trump’s education cuts

Washington Superintendent of Public Instruction Chris Reykdal held a news conference Thursday afternoon to address concerns over President Donald Trump's recent executive orders in regard to education.
2 years ago
INRIX...
Bryan Mistele, Special Contributor to MyNorthwest

INRIX CEO Bryan Mistele: Here’s why the homeless hotel has us leaving Kirkland

Discover why Bryan Mistele is relocating INRIX and the impact on the Kirkland community.
2 years ago
Seattle weekend commute...
Julia Dallas

WSDOT: Traffic at Ship Canal Bridge all clear

The Washington State Department of Transportation saw major backups at the Ship Canal Bridge.
2 years ago
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Julia Dallas

Police look for suspects, victims as they investigate West Seattle shooting

The Seattle Police Department (SDP) is investigating a shooting in Roxhill Park in West Seattle.
2 years ago
Venezuelan man drugs...
Julia Dallas

Venezuelan man appears in Seattle court following overdose that led to kilos of drugs

A Venezuelan man had his first court appearance this week, the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Western District of Washington reported via a news release.
2 years ago
Lowe's - Washington Supreme Court...
MyNorthwest Staff

Washington Supreme Court decision against Lowe’s could significantly impact self-service retail

The Washington State Supreme Court allows a lawsuit against Lowe's over falling merchandise, raising concerns for self-service retail practices nationwide.
2 years ago
A Pierce County Sheriff's Office vehicle parkland...
Frank Sumrall

Pierce County deputies find 12-year-old boy missing since Tuesday

Detectives with the Pierce County Sheriff's Office have found a 12-year-old boy who was missing in Parkland.
2 years ago
Screen shot of Trooper Sarah Clasen from police body camera footage (Courtesy Richland Police via K...
Luke Duecy

Bodycam footage shows arrest of WSP trooper suspected of DUI

Body camera footage has been released showing the arrest of an off-duty Washington State Trooper in Richland earlier this month.
2 years ago
rainier valley safeway chicken...
Frank Sumrall

Littering leftover chicken leads to shooting at Rainier Valley Safeway

A Seattle Police Department investigation uncovered that a shooting that occurred outside of a Rainier Valley Safeway Monday night was spurred by a man throwing a chicken bone out his car window.
2 years ago
seattle police food stamp...
Frank Sumrall

Seattle Police arrest armed drug dealer in Belltown, seize guns, drugs, cash

A man was found with guns, money, and drugs in his possession after he was caught allegedly drug dealing in Seattle’s Belltown neighborhood Wednesday.
2 years ago
egg prices...
Mae Anderson, The Associated Press

Egg prices continue to hit records as Easter and Passover approach, but some relief may be coming

Egg prices again reached a record high in February, as the bird flu continues to run rampant and Easter and Passover approach.
2 years ago
Exterior of Overlake Medical Center. (Photo courtesy of KIRO 7)...
Samantha Lomibao, KIRO 7 News

Travel nurse files suit against Overlake for alleged patient attack, sexual assault

On Wednesday, a travel nurse filed a lawsuit against Overlake Medical Center and a patient, after she said the patient attacked and sexually assaulted her last year.
2 years ago
A Pierce County woman is headed to jail after being tied to a drug operation...
Bill Kaczaraba

Tacoma man sentenced for embezzling $2 million in a case of ‘fraud motivated by greed’

A 42-year-old Tacoma man was sentenced to almost 12 years in prison today after embezzling over $2 million from his employer.
2 years ago
Photo: SpaceX...
Marcia Dunn, The Associated Press

SpaceX delays flight to replace NASA’s stuck astronauts after launch pad problem

A launch pad problem prompted SpaceX to delay a flight to the International Space Station on Wednesday to replace NASA's two stuck astronauts.
2 years ago
The scene of an overdose outside a 7-Eleven on Third Ave. and Marion Street. (Photo: The Jason Rant...
Matt Markovich

Life over law? Washington House passes bill blocking arrests of wanted people who are overdosing 

The Washington State House of Representatives passed a bill that expands protections for individuals seeking medical assistance during a drug-related overdose and prevents the arrest of those individuals if they have outstanding warrants. Supporters argue the measure will save lives, while critics claim it undermines law enforcement and public safety.
2 years ago
Maple Valley Double Murder...
Julia Dallas

King County audit concludes sheriff’s office should be more transparent

The King County Auditor's Office conducted a review of the King County Sheriff's Office regarding record-keeping connected to seizures involving alleged drug crimes.
2 years ago
boeing layoffs...
Bill Kaczaraba

Boeing’s Everett workforce impacted by latest rounds of cuts

Boeing's Everett workforce is taking major hits as the company cuts costs.
2 years ago
lynnwood tesla cybertrucks vandal...
Frank Sumrall

‘I’ve worked very hard for this truck’: FBI investigates Lynnwood Tesla Cybertrucks vandalized with swastikas

Police are investigating the vandalism occurring against Lynnwood Tesla Cybertrucks at the company's dealership after receiving several reports.
2 years ago
There was a fire at a vacant building in the 2400 block of S. Walker St. in South Seattle early Wed...
MyNorthwest Staff

Fire strikes vacant building in South Seattle for the second time in a month

The Seattle Fire Department responded to a blaze at a vacant building in south Seattle early Wednesday morning. It was the second such incident at the location within a month.
2 years ago
Photo: Delta Airlines plane and a Japan Airlines jet collided at the Seattle-Tacoma International A...
KIRO 7 News Staff

WA couple sues Delta, Japan Airlines following injuries from minor ground collision at SEA Airport

A Washington couple is the first to file a lawsuit against Delta Airlines and Japan Airlines after the two planes had a minor collision while taxiing at the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport in early February.
2 years ago