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juveniles high-speed pursuit...
Frank Sumrall

5 juveniles, all under the age of 17, arrested after high-speed pursuit

Seattle police arrested a group of five juveniles, all males each under 16 years old, after they allegedly stole multiple cars.
2 years ago
Photo: President Joe Biden landed in Seattle on Friday, May 10, 2024....
Julia Dallas

President Biden leaves Seattle after first area trip since 2022

President Biden has left Seattle after participating in a Biden-Harris Victory Fund reception and a fundraiser in Medina.
2 years ago
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Frank Sumrall

Catholic school teacher loses job because of her alleged sexual orientation

The teacher was informed she will not be allowed to return to St. Luke's Catholic School, claiming it was due to her sexual orientation.
2 years ago
Photo: K9 Quinn helped Shoreline officers and King County deputies conduct a major drug bust....
Julia Dallas

Major drug bust: Shoreline officers get 64 pounds of fentanyl off the streets

In a major drug bust, Shoreline officers were able to get 64.3 pounds of fentanyl and 2537,704 M30 fentanyl pills off the streets.
2 years ago
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James Lynch

More aggressive stance taken at University of Washington encampment

The pro-Palestinian encampment at UW is now in its second week and continues to grow. There also seems to be a shift in the mood.
2 years ago
light rail train stuck...
Julia Dallas

Sound Transit UW station now open after closing due to protest

Sound Transit tweeted about the UW Station being closed at 5:10 p.m. on Tuesday. The closure was due to a protest.
2 years ago
Image: A Seattle Police Department vehicle is seen on a city street....
Kate Stone

Woman sexually attacked in Seattle claims police took hours to respond

A woman who called Seattle police after being assaulted in broad daylight said an officer didn't respond to her 911 call until hours later.
2 years ago
zebra...
Frank Sumrall

KIRO exclusive: Owner of recovered zebra describes escape, getting kangaroos

Shug was one of four zebras being taken back to their home at a farm in Anaconda, Montana, operated by owner Kristine Keltgen.
2 years ago
UW pro-Palestinian protest...
Sam Campbell

UW’s ‘W’ sign besmirched with red paint by pro-Palestinian protesters

The University of Washington (UW) sign has been covered in red paint in an apparent act of pro-Palestinian protest.
2 years ago
Photo: Boeing firefighters are on the picket line after contract negotiations broke down Saturday....
James Lynch

Local Boeing firefighters hit the picket line for livable wages

Boeing firefighters are on the picket line after contract negotiations broke down Saturday. This issue is money.
2 years ago
Photo: Reyna Hernandez, 54 years old....
Julia Dallas

Man charged in murder of Renton business owner whose body was found in Mexico

A man has been charged with murder regarding the death of, Renton business owner, Reyna Hernandez who went missing in February.
2 years ago
Photo: The Boeing Co. logo is displayed outside of company offices....
Heather Bosch

FAA investigating after Boeing says workers falsified inspection records

The FAA wants to know if Boeing workers properly inspected the area where wings attach to the 787 Dreamliners and if anyone falsified records.
2 years ago
Julia Dallas

Original Pike Place Starbucks reopens after vandalism

Those visiting Pike Place over the weekend may have been met with disappointment, as the original Starbucks had to close over vandalism.
2 years ago
seattle officer auderer...
Frank Sumrall

Seattle officer heard laughing at pedestrian’s death to speak at upcoming traffic safety conference

Daniel Auderer, a Seattle officer caught laughing about the death of a pedestrian, will speak at a national traffic safety conference this August.
2 years ago
des moines triple murder...
Frank Sumrall

Suspect in 2021 Des Moines triple murder convicted of eight felony charges

A jury has convicted a 49-year-old man on eight felony charges for the triple murder outside a sports bar in Des Moines in 2021.
2 years ago
Burien missing boy...
Frank Sumrall

Burien cops considering leaving department if police chief is forced out by city

Burien police officers are considering leaving their posts if the city fires its police chief.
2 years ago
powerlines aurora ave...
KIRO 7 News Staff

Downed powerlines cause street closure on Aurora Ave North

Fire and police crews are responding to reports of an electrical transformer fire with wires down in the 14200 block of Aurora Ave North.
2 years ago
seattle rooftop party...
KIRO 7 News Staff

Rooftop party in Seattle ends with a person shot multiple times

An investigation is underway in the First Hill neighborhood after police found a man shot multiple times at a rooftop party early Sunday morning.
2 years ago
Photo: The exterior of the Boeing Company headquarters on March 25, 2024....
Frank Sumrall

Boeing locks out private firefighters in Seattle over pay dispute with strike looming

Boeing has locked out its private force of firefighters who protect its aircraft-manufacturing plants in the Seattle area and brought in replacements.
2 years ago
gig harbor skateboarder...
Frank Sumrall

Gig Harbor Police: 15-year-old skateboarder hit by car on purpose

Police are actively searching for a driver who officers claim intentionally ran over a skateboarder in Gig Harbor.
2 years ago
beloved resident white center...
Frank Sumrall

Deputies search for fatal hit-and-run suspect after ‘beloved’ White Center resident was killed

King County Sheriff’s detectives are currently tracking down a driver who killed a beloved resident in White Center.
2 years ago
Image: Comcast reported cable lines being damaged due to vandalism on Friday, May 3, 2024....
Steve Coogan

Recent utility vandalism impacts residents in Kitsap, King counties

Utility vandalism has impacted residents in at least three Washington counties. The crimes have affected consumers' internet access and more.
2 years ago
Seneca overpass body...
Julia Dallas

Rising costs: Seattleites may have to pay $41 per month for transportation levy

Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell unveiled an updated transportation levy proposal that would cost residents $41 per month.
2 years ago
Image: A Port Angeles Police Department vehicle...
Steve Coogan

Alleged Port Angeles bank robbery results in officers shooting suspect

Two Port Angeles Police Department officers shot and killed an alleged robbery suspect brandishing a gun outside a bank Friday morning.
2 years ago