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Photo: Thurston County deputies arrested a suspected drug dealer....
Julia Dallas

Watch: Thurston County deputies go fishing for suspected drug dealer

Thurston County deputies captured a suspected drug dealer with a unique device this week.
2 years ago
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Bill Kaczaraba

Challenging real estate market claims more victims

Redfin announced a new layoffs Thursday, according to GeekWire. The Seattle-based real estate company said 46 managers will be let go.
2 years ago
Onomen Uduebor faces a three-count indictment for allegedly stealing and misusing tax information....
Bill Kaczaraba

Consumer Man: ‘Junk fees’ transparency to take effect mid-year

The Federal Trade Commission has finalized a new rule requiring transparent pricing for hotel rooms, vacation rentals, and live events.
2 years ago
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Frank Sumrall

WSP trooper shot 9 times while on duty returns to work 11 months later

A Washington State Patrol (WSP) trooper who was shot nine times during a shift was able to return to work earlier this week.
2 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba

Macy’s will close more Washington stores amid financial struggles

Macy's is set to close three stores in Washington as part of its ongoing efforts to refocus on its most successful properties
2 years ago
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Shawn Garrett, KIRO 7 News

Island County closes 2003 cold case, identifies killer but can’t prosecute

Island County authorities have closed the cold case investigation into the 2003 murder of Tamara "Tammy" Mattson in Island County.
2 years ago
Photo: Driver Shawn Yim who was murdered last month is being honored by the community....
Julia Dallas

King County Metro, community gathers to honor driver who was murdered

King County Metro has said to expect bus cancellations on Friday, January 10, as the community gathers to honor driver Shawn Yim who was murdered last month.
2 years ago
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Frank Sumrall

Tacoma man allegedly killed by air compressor just hours after suspect was released from jail

A Tacoma man has been accused of killing another man by allegedly beating him to death with an air compressor and a chair in his home.
2 years ago
Image: In this undated photo provided by the Las Vegas Police Department a passport belonging to Ma...
Charlie Harger

After Vegas explosion, worrying trend among highly exposed veterans explained

The Las Vegas explosion has led to a conversation about the hidden struggles many military personnel face, particularly about brain injuries.
2 years ago
Image: Neighbors near the intersection of Park Avenue North and North 6th Street in Renton say they...
James Lynch

‘A lot of drugs, theft:’ Renton residents fed up by vacant complex that attracts trouble

Neighbors who live and work near a vacant complex in Renton are fed up as they say the complex is a magnet for transients and drug users.
2 years ago
Photo: A woman thinking....
Charlie Harger

Keep your brain sharp: Simple lifestyle changes backed by Seattle research

A recent study from the Allen Institute in Seattle, led by scientist Hongkui Zeng, offers promising insights into how everyday choices can help preserve brain health as we age.
2 years ago
Photo: Three RU-486 Mifeprex abortion pills are held in a hand....
Bill Kaczaraba

How access to birth control medications is impacted by physical distance to abortion clinics

The further away a person lives from an abortion facility, the more likely they depend on the pills being mailed to them.
2 years ago
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Matt Markovich

Democratic Governor-elect Ferguson proposes bold spending cuts, echoing what Republicans have wanted

Governor-elect Bob Ferguson revealed plans to ask all state agencies to reduce their projected spending by 6%, as Washington faces a projected $12 billion budget shortfall over the next four years.
2 years ago
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Frank Sumrall

Two separate, unusual crashes leaves two vehicles submerged in water in Kitsap County

Bodies of water lying in Kitsap County accidentally became home to multiple vehicles this week after a pair of bizarre accidents occurred.
2 years ago
Images: At left, The Seattle Times building can be seen in a recent photo. At right, a Seattle Poli...
Steve Coogan

The Seattle Times announces it is suing the Seattle Police Department

The Seattle Times announced in a story published early Thursday it is suing the Seattle Police Department over the release of public records.
2 years ago
People in Everett may see as much as a 43% increase in water and sewer bills. (Photo: Getty Images)...
Bill Kaczaraba

How would you like it if your water and sewer bills went up 43%?

Everett residents are facing a staggering 43% increase in their water and sewer prices, according to the city's public works finance manager.
2 years ago
Photo: Egyptian President Anwar Sadat, left, U.S. President Jimmy Carter, center, and Israeli Prime...
MyNorthwest Staff

KIRO Newsradio colleagues remember Pres. Jimmy Carter fondly

It's hard to find anyone to say anything negative about Jimmy Carter as a man and members of the KIRO Newsradio team are no exception.
2 years ago
firefighters wildfires...
Frank Sumrall and Sam Campbell

WA firefighters heading to Southern CA to help fight devestating wildfires

More than 100 Washington firefighters are heading to Southern California to help fight the devastating wildfires ravaging the area.
2 years ago
dallas driving...
Chris Sullivan

Driving in Dallas: A Seattleite’s perspective on merging, tolls and overall chaos

I just returned from Dallas, and I have some thoughts on driving in Texas. Seattle-area drivers would not do well around Dallas.
2 years ago
Photo: Egg prices in a grocery store on Jan. 8, 2025....
James Lynch

No yolk: Egg prices skyrocket amid bird flu, inflation

It will probably come as no secret … the price of eggs is soaring and there appears no relief in sight.
2 years ago
Photo: The South Cle Elum Depot....
Julia Dallas

Developer hopes to resolve $22M dispute as Cle Elum faces jarring bankruptcy

Cle Elum owes City Heights Holdings, LLC more than $22 million, as awarded by an arbitrator in November.
2 years ago
los angeles wildfires...
Associated Press

Wildfires burn out of control across Los Angeles area and kill 5 as thousands flee homes

Wildfires have been tearing across the Los Angeles area with devastating force, causing ferocious winds and towering clouds of smoke.
2 years ago
missing 12-year-old boy...
Frank Sumrall

SPD actively searches for missing 12-year-old boy, last seen Tuesday night

The Seattle Police Department is actively searching for a 12-year-old boy who's been missing since 6:10 p.m. Tuesday.
2 years ago
Photo: REI Seattle flagship store on October 27, 2015 in Seattle, Washington....
Bill Kaczaraba

REI cuts dozens of people, popular programs to cure money woes

REI said it will lay off 180 full-time and 248 part-time employees, including 67 in Washington, and shutter its Experiences division.
2 years ago