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Inside the I-90 fish passage project. (Photo: Chris Sullivan, KIRO Newsradio)...
Chris Sullivan

Chokepoints: WSDOT’s $5B fish passage problem and how we got here

The state of Washington is spending billions of dollars and ripping up roads to restore fish habitat.
2 years ago
Law enforcement are warning you: Sergeant David Rainy does not exist....
Steve Aguilar, KIRO 7 News

Sergeant David Rainy does not exist; Do not send money to Sergeant Rainy

Residents of Thurston and Lewis County warned about a scammer impersonating Sergeant David Rainy demanding money.
2 years ago
Eight Snohomish Firefighters were put on leave for refusing to accept a COVID-vaccine leading to a ...
Bill Kaczaraba

Ninth Circuit takes on major religious accommodation case from Snohomish firefighters

A local case is set to be heard that could have a far-reaching impact on religious accommodations in the workplace.
2 years ago
Nurses have seen an increase in communicable diseases which a new House bill tries to address. (Get...
Matt Markovich

WA House pushes through controversial public health bill after heated late-night debate

The Washington State House of Representatives passed a controversial public health bill over the weekend.
2 years ago
Man gets 15-years for running a sex-trafficking ring on Aurora and in California and Arizona. (Phot...
Bill Kaczaraba

‘Pimp’ gets 15 years for Seattle sex trafficking, beating 20-year-old woman

Self-proclaimed pimp has been sentenced to 15 years in jail for sex trafficking and firearms offenses,
2 years ago
pioneer square...
Bill Kaczaraba

Seattle man sentenced to 90 months for drug trafficking, firearm offenses

A 50-year-old Seattle man has been sentenced to 7-and-a-half years in prison for drug trafficking and carrying a firearm as part of the crime,
2 years ago
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MyNorthwest Staff

Washington state AG sues Adams County over immigration enforcement

Washington state's lawsuit against Adams County highlights violations of the Keep Washington Working Act and immigration enforcement issues.
2 years ago
Photo: The scene after a car went off the overpass onto I-5 in Tukwila....
Jake Chapman, KIRO 7 News

‘I could see a flying car:’ Driver hit by SUV on I-5 overpass crash speaks out

A driver who was nearly killed after an SUV went off an overpass onto I-5 in Tukwila on Friday is saying he’s lucky to be alive. It was a brush with death that has not left Robert Ahktar’s mind.
2 years ago
South County Fire has issued a reminder for boaters to wear their life jackets every time they are ...
Frank Lenzi

Dramatic rescue prompts South County Fire to emphasize lifejacket safety

South County Fire has issued a reminder for boaters to wear their lifejackets every time they are out on the water. On Saturday morning, two people fell off a sailboat in the waters off Edmonds.
2 years ago
A Redfin real estate yard sign is pictured in front of a house on October 31, 2017 in Seattle, Wash...
MyNorthwest Staff

Seattle-based Redfin acquired for $1.75 billion by Rockets Cos.

Rocket Cos. reshaping the real estate market with its $1.75 billion acquisition of Seattle's Redfin Corp.
2 years ago
public transit safety wa...
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show

Union leader optimistic that King County will tackle violence, homelessness on transit

A transit union president says "everyone recognizes the problem" of safety on King County Metro transit and he's hoping a task force will be able to help fix it.
2 years ago
The City of Mountlake Terrace is working to connect the Veteran’s Memorial Park to the Mountlake ...
KIRO 7 News Staff

Mountlake Terrace project to connect the transit center, Veterans Memorial Park with light rail

The City of Mountlake Terrace is working to connect the Veteran’s Memorial Park to the Mountlake Terrace Transit Center.
2 years ago
Tesla Cybertrucks catch fire in Seattle...
Frank Lenzi

Tesla Cybertrucks burn overnight in Seattle, KIRO Newsradio reporter threatened with knife while covering

At least two Tesla Cybertrucks burned overnight in a lot near 4th Avenue and Spokane Street in Seattle. The lot serves as a temporary storage space for Teslas arriving from overseas before they are sent to dealerships.
2 years ago
Rabbi Seattle...
Rabbi David Benchlouch, Special Contributor to MyNorthwest

Seattle Rabbi: Why is it so difficult to denounce anti-Jewish hatred?

A Seattle Rabbi has a simple question: why does it seem difficult for some to denounce anti-Jewish hate?
2 years ago
On Saturday night, police and crews from Lacey Fire District Three answered calls of a crash on Sta...
KIRO 7 News Staff

Head-on crash sends two to the hospital in serious condition in Olympia

On Saturday night, police and crews from Lacey Fire District Three answered calls of a crash on State Route 510 near Reservation Road Southeast in Olympia.
2 years ago
Fire crews answered a call of a fire in a three-story multi-housing building in Issaquah on Sunday ...
KIRO 7 News Staff

Fire in multi-housing building displaces families in Issaquah

Fire crews answered a call of a fire in a three-story multi-housing building in Issaquah on Sunday afternoon. Around 5:17 p.m. on Sunday, crews from Eastside Fire & Rescue arrived at 4600 West Sammamish Parkway Southeast to flames coming out of one of the units. The fire was on the first floor and threatening to […]
2 years ago
he Washington State Patrol has activated its Endangered Missing Person Alert for Savanna Copeland f...
KIRO 7 News Staff

Missing Person: Search underway for missing/vulnerable person

FEDERAL WAY, Wash. — The Washington State Patrol has activated its Endangered Missing Person Alert for Savanna Copeland from Federal Way. Copeland is 29 years old, 5-foot-7 and weighs 150 pounds. She has brown hair and eyes. Copeland was wearing a brown jacket, jeans, and long black books and was carrying a backpack. She was […]
2 years ago
A popular destination in the Olympic National Park has been closed with no timeline for reopening....
MyNorthwest Staff

This one road’s closure could cancel your summer plans

Funding uncertainty leaves Hoh Rain Forest Road closed, threatening tourism and access to this iconic Olympic National Park destination.
2 years ago
Top honors at the 2025 Hollomon Health Innovation Challenge at the University of Washington went to...
MyNorthwest Staff

UW students win award for developing life-saving medical tech

UW teams awarded $41,000 for groundbreaking healthcare solutions at the Hollomon Health Innovation Challenge.
2 years ago
A man was shot in a Seattle hotel room Saturday evening....
KIRO 7 News Staff

Man shot in Seattle hotel room was accidental, police update

Around 5:57 p.m. Seattle police and fire answered a call of a shooting at the Sheraton Grand Seattle.
2 years ago
Thurston County deputies and Lacey Police arrest a man they say was waving a BB gun at drivers....
MyNorthwest Staff

Watch: Man arrested after allegedly pointing BB gun at cars on Chehalis Western Trail

Thurston County Sheriff's Office responds to BB gun incident on Chehalis Western Trail, ensuring community safety.
2 years ago
Photo: Pro-Palestinian protesters have set up an encampment at the UW campus....
MyNorthwest Staff

Why did UW get ‘D’ grade, Evergreen ‘F’ grade from this major national organization?

The University of Washington has earned a "D" grade from the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) in a recent report card.
2 years ago
WASHINGTON, DC - MARCH 06: U.S. President Donald Trump speaks after signing executive orders in the...
MyNorthwest Staff

Seattle law firm Perkins Coie targeted in Trump executive order: ‘This is an absolute honor to sign’

President Trump suspends security clearances for Perkins Coie employees, marking a significant change for the Seattle law firm.
2 years ago
LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 13: Robert Pattinson attends the "Mickey 17" World Premiere at Cineworld...

Movie Review: Always time to die? In ‘Mickey 17,’ Robert Pattinson just can’t manage to stay alive

Explore the challenges faced by Robert Pattinson in Mickey 17. So you think YOUR job is bad? Discover the film's intriguing themes.
2 years ago