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The CDC reports an E. coli outbreak linked to organic carrots has sickened between five and eight p...
Tom Brock

At least five people in Washington state sickened by E. coli linked to organic carrots

An E. coli outbreak linked to organic carrots has sickened at least five people in Washington state.
2 years ago
Photo: For the first time in more than 50 years, Southern Resident killer whales were spotted in Pe...
Julia Dallas

Family of orca Tokitae revisits site of her capture more than 50 years later

Beloved orca Tokitae was captured from her native waters in Penn Cove more than 50 years ago. For the first time since that traumatic event, family has returned.
2 years ago
This Chevron station was one of at least five businesses hit in a series of convenience store robbe...
Tom Brock

2 men, 11-year-old boy arrested following series of holdups in Seattle

Two men and an 11-year-old boy arrested following a series of holdups.
2 years ago
Elysian Brewing Company plans to shut down operations at its Seattle Georgetown brewery. (Photos: E...
Tom Brock

Elysian Brewing to shut down Georgetown brewery operations

Elysian Brewery in Seattle’s Georgetown neighborhood has decided to shut down operations.
2 years ago
Photo: Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell held a press conference in downtown Seattle to formally announce...
James Lynch

Seattle mayor expanding Downtown Activation Plan, citing ‘reduction in violent crime’

Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell took to the streets of downtown Seattle for a news conference to formally announce his Downtown Activation Plan.
2 years ago
Photo: On Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2024, King County Judge Joe Campagna, far right, sits on the bench as a...
Steve Coogan

Docs: Fall City murder suspect’s previous defense team accused of violating court order

Related to the Fall City murder case, prosecutors stated there is "evidence that the defense's search exceeded beyond what was permitted."
2 years ago
Photo: Police are warning of a scam in Auburn where a woman allegedly claims a business is racist f...
Julia Dallas

Auburn police warn businesses of woman claiming racism for money

The Auburn Police Department is warning businesses of a recent scam.
2 years ago
Photo: A red-breasted goose in the wild. A goose of the same species is suspected to have died of a...
Julia Dallas

Woodland Park Zoo ramps up safety precautions after confirmed avian flu case

The Woodland Park Zoo in Seattle is taking extra precautions after a confirmed case of the avian flu.
2 years ago
RFK Jr. HHS...
Frank Sumrall

‘Catastrophic:’ Senator Patty Murray condemns appointment of RFK Jr. to lead HHS

Senator Patty Murray spoke out against President-elect Donald Trump's announcement to select RFK Jr. as the head of HHS.
2 years ago
boeing layoffs...
Bill Kaczaraba

Boeing issues layoff notices to hundreds of SPEEA Members amid broader workforce reductions

Boeing has issued layoffs to 438 members of the Society of Professional Engineering Employees in Aerospace this week.
2 years ago
pedestrian killed everett...
Frank Sumrall

Pedestrian killed while crossing the road in Everett

The Everett Police Department is investigating a crime scene after a pedestrian was hit and killed when she was crossing the road.
2 years ago
tomb raider puzzle room...
Paul Holden

Seattle’s Tomb Raider Experience reinvents the puzzle room

Nestled along the Seattle Waterfront in Post Alley, a new adventure awaits you: The Tomb Raider Experience puzzle room.
2 years ago
Sheriff (KSO) King County...
James Lynch

Leaked email: Unincorporated King County Sheriff’s Office nearly $2M over budget

The King County Sheriff's Office emailed some deputies and staff saying $900,000 in spending cuts need to be made by the end of the year.
2 years ago
Bellingham Wine Walk. (Photo: downtownbellingham.com)...
Paul Holden

Weekend happenings: Wine Walk, Open Mic, World Toilet Day

The weekend has returned, as it so faithfully does every week and there are plenty of things to keep in mind as you make your plans!
2 years ago
Photo: Seattle police investigate after a mass stabbing in the Chinatown-International District....
KIRO Newsradio and MyNorthwest Staff

Chinatown-International District mass stabbing suspect charged with 5 counts of assault

The man accused of a mass stabbing in the Chinatown-International District last week has been charged with five counts of assault.
2 years ago
Photo: Alleged vandalism on UW president's car....
Bill Kaczaraba and Steve Coogan

‘Blood on your hands:’ UW president Cauce’s home, car vandalized

University of Washington (UW) president Ana Marie Cauce's home was reportedly vandalized by protesters Wednesday night.
2 years ago
Photo: A Renton man was arrested for allegedly doing burnouts on a Bellevue LGBTQ+ Pride art piece....
Julia Dallas

Bellevue police arrest man suspected of doing burnouts over LGBTQ+ Pride art

Bellevue Police Department officers arrested a 21-year-old Renton man accused of doing burnouts over Bellevue's LGBTQ+ Pride art piece.
2 years ago
tacoma high school stabbing...
Frank Sumrall

18-year-old suspect charged with Tacoma Halloween killing, allegedly bragged about murder

A Tacoma man has been charged with murder after Tacoma Police investigated the death of Ricktor Murphy, 59, on Halloween.
2 years ago
Shoplifting remains a major problem for retailers. (Photo: Ryan McFadden/Getty Images)...
Bill Kaczaraba

Gee and Ursula: Shoplifting expert challenges common perceptions over the crime

Former Nordstrom loss prevention officer "Scott" shared his eye-opening experiences with shoplifting, challenging common perceptions.
2 years ago
Images: At left, Bellevue Police Department Officer Kevin Bereta is seen in his uniform. At right, ...
Luke Duecy

Bellevue officer who fell 60 feet while serving VP Harris’ motorcade now suing state

Bellevue Police Officer Kevin Bereta and his wife, Jenny Bereta, are now suing the state of Washington.
2 years ago
the onion infowars...
Dave Collins, The Associated Press

Satire publication The Onion buys Alex Jones’ Infowars at auction with Sandy Hook families’ backing

The satirical news publication The Onion won the bidding for Alex Jones’ Infowars at a bankruptcy auction.
2 years ago
drones graffiti...
Luke Duecy

Kent police arrest suspected infamous graffiti tagger

A 31-year-old suspected graffiti tagger is arrested without incident by Kent police. They sealed the suspect's car.
2 years ago
Image: Vice President Kamala Harris delivers a concession speech for the 2024 presidential election...
Matt Markovich

Markovich: The Harris campaign and the biggest case of political ‘astroturfing’ yet

The postmortem on the Kamala Harris campaign is underway, and it looks like it spent $4 million on astroturfing.
2 years ago
king county jail...
Frank Sumrall

SPD regains authority to book misdemeanor offenses in King County Jail

The booking restrictions for misdemeanors in King County Jail have been lifted due to improving staffing levels.
2 years ago