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Photo: Parking Enforcement Officer Michael Eaton was working on Northwest 83rd Street when he notic...
Bill Kaczaraba

Parking enforcement spots Liberty Bell replica stolen from local cemetery

An iconic replica of the Liberty Bell has been stolen from Seattle's Evergreen Washelli Cemetery.
2 years ago
INRIX leaving Kirkland...
Julia Dallas

Kirkland responds to INRIX departure over ‘homeless hotel,’ says it tried to speak with CEO

Transportation data and analytics company INRIX will be moving out of Kirkland after nearly two decades.
2 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff

Parents group sues WA officials for continued support of trans-athletes in schools

Parents voice outrage over WA's backing of trans-athletes amid Title IX complaint by Washington Parents Network against officials.
2 years ago
Seattle's Saigon bus stops reopen, addressing crime concerns and improving public transit access fo...
Luke Duecy

Little Saigon bus stops reopen despite ongoing crime crisis

Seattle's Saigon bus stops reopen, addressing crime concerns and improving public transit access for the community.
2 years ago
A prominent Seattle instrument rental business has been devastated after thieves stole thousands of...
MyNorthwest Staff

‘Scumbags gonna scumbag’: Seattle business devastated by $100K instrument theft

A Seattle instrument rental company suffers a major setback after thieves steal valuable instruments from their warehouse.
2 years ago
Blue Angels...
KIRO 7 News Staff

Seafair 2025: More dates, events and new air show

SEATTLE — A beloved Seattle summer tradition is returning for its 76th year, with “bigger, better and bolder” experiences. Seafair has become a multi-week festival celebrating all-things boating and airshows. Organizers say this year’s festival will have more events, more days, and more ways to celebrate. Also new this year is an airshow performance from […]
2 years ago
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Bill Kaczaraba

4.5 earthquake strikes off Orcas Island this morning

A 4.5 magnitude earthquake struck off of Orcas Island this morning.
2 years ago
Tacoma Mall was locked down for a time on Sunday. (KIRO 7)...
KIRO 7 News Staff

Fight prompts Tacoma Mall to go on lockdown

TACOMA, Wash. — Tacoma Mall was on lockdown for a time Sunday after a fight prompted evacuations and fear of a shooting. Tacoma Police told the public that around 5:15 p.m., they received a call of a possible shooting at the Tacoma Mall. Police were told that people were running away from the area. Follow […]
2 years ago
google moving offices in Seattle...
MyNorthwest Staff

Google ditches Fremont for this Seattle neighborhood

Google is transitioning its Seattle operations from Fremont to South Lake Union, impacting local employees and the community.
2 years ago
There was a fire at a vacant building in the 2400 block of S. Walker St. in South Seattle early Wed...
Tom Brock

Street racing may have caused crash that injured eight people

A two-car crash that injured eight people, three of whom are in critical condition, may have been caused by two cars street racing.
2 years ago
JAKE COYLE, ASSOCIATED PRESS

Strip club Cinderella story ‘Anora’ wins best picture at 97th Academy Awards

Explore how 'Anora,' a strip club Cinderella story, captivated the Oscars and redefined cinematic storytelling.
2 years ago
Photo: A Seattle Police Department vehicle. - Seattle shootouts...
Jason Rantz

Homeless man found dead after encampment tent fire in Seattle

A tragic incident in Haller Lake leaves a homeless man dead after a tent fire, sparking an urgent investigation.
2 years ago
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Samantha Lomibao, KIRO 7 News

Suspect in custody after pistol-whipping two adults in Des Moines

A suspect is in custody after allegedly attacking two adults in their Des Moines home early Friday morning.
2 years ago
Washington State Patrol vehicle...
KIRO 7 News Staff

14-year-old driver killed in early morning crash on I-405

A 14-year-old driver died and passengers were injured in a collision on I-405 in Bothell early Saturday morning.
2 years ago
Crime scene tape at the site of a deadly confrontation in north Seattle, where police say a suspect...
Tom Brock of KIRO Newsradio with KIRO 7 News

Police arrest driver accused of running over a man, killing him

A dispute between two people ended with a suspect running over a man with a vehicle, killing him, in north Seattle Friday evening.
2 years ago
Associated Press

From ‘The Brutalist’ to ‘Wicked,’ where to watch this year’s Oscar-nominated movies

Discover where to stream or watch this year's Oscar contenders in theaters and online. Don't miss out on the best films!
2 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff

Indian brothers accused of selling counterfeit cancer drugs appear in U.S. Court

Two Indian brothers face charges for selling counterfeit cancer medications in the U.S. federal court.
2 years ago
Gwen Baumgardner, KIRO 7 News

Washington residents, Ukrainian refugees react to Trump-Zelenskyy meeting

Ukrainian refugees in Washington share their thoughts on the Trump-Zelenskyy meeting and its impact on their uncertain future.
2 years ago
Photo: Seattle Police Department officers seized a plethora of illegal items after busting multiple...
Julia Dallas

Officers seize kilos of drugs, over $41K in arrests of alleged Snohomish County drug traffickers

Seattle Police Department (SPD) officers seized a plethora of illegal items after busting multiple suspected drug traffickers in Snohomish County.
2 years ago
Photo: A Kentwood High School sign....
KIRO 7 News Staff

Juvenile with gun arrested at Kentwood High School

Deputies with the King County Sheriff’s Office responded to an incident at Kentwood High School Friday afternoon.
2 years ago
Map of recent earthquakes in Western Washington. (Image: Pacific Northwest Seismic Network)...
Bill Kaczaraba

Are all these earthquakes the percursor to “the big one?”

A series of minor earthquakes has been shaking the Pacific Northwest, with the latest tremors felt in Auburn, Bremerton and Fall City.
2 years ago
I-5...
Frank Sumrall

I-5 lanes heading north in Kent closed after semi-truck lost its load

Three of four lanes on Interstate 5 (I-5) are closed near 272nd Street in Kent after a semi-truck lost its load.
2 years ago
body gas works park...
Frank Sumrall

Body recovered from the water near Seattle’s Gas Works Park

A body was pulled out of the water in Seattle near Gas Works Park, the Seattle Fire Department (SFD) confirmed.
2 years ago
Everett launches drones with first responders...
Luke Duecy

Everett teen arrested for murder, prosecutors worry victim targeted over sexuality

An 18-year-old man from Everett is under arrest on suspicion of killing a man. Prosecutors are concerned that the victim's sexuality may have been a motive for the crime.
2 years ago