40,000 people under evacuation orders after a chemical tank leak in Southern California
Hazardous chemical tank threatens to explode in Southern California, forcing 40,000 to evacuate across Orange County.3 months ago
Julia Dallas
Endangered 21-year-old from Seattle missing for nearly a week
An endangered 21-year-old man from Seattle has been missing for nearly a week.3 months ago
Madeline Ottilie, KIRO 7 News
SPD working to deploy more officers to Aurora corridor following resident concerns, mayor confirms
Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson has confirmed that SPD is developing immediate plans to place more officers in the North Aurora corridor.3 months ago
Julia Dallas
Alcohol distributor moves to close all Washington facilities, eliminating 267 jobs
An alcohol distributor is moving to close all its Washington facilities, affecting 267 workers.3 months ago
Frank Lenzi
Rookie Tacoma Police dog Charlie already making captures, finding weapons
A rookie Tacoma police dog is already making an impact in his first few weeks on the job, recording five captures in just six weeks.3 months ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Woman arrested after more than 70 cats found dead in Kennewick apartment
Police arrested a woman after more than 70 cats were found dead in her apartment in Kennewick, according to NonStop Local.3 months ago
Aaron Granillo
King County launches summer jobs program for teens, young adults
If you're a high schooler or young adult looking for a summer paycheck, King County might have a job for you.3 months ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Renton Police arrest homicide suspect after 6-year manhunt
A 26-year-old homicide suspect was arrested Thursday night after being on the run for more than six years.3 months ago
Julia Dallas
Clouded leopard safely returned to Point Defiance Zoo in Tacoma after escaping enclosure
A clouded leopard has been safely returned to the Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium in Tacoma after it escaped its habitat.3 months ago
Spike O'Neill
Spike: Inflation is what’s for dinner, here’s how to fight back
In this economy, I think every one of us can relate to the fact that our grocery bills have been headed in the wrong direction for far too long.3 months ago
Julia Dallas
Spike in parvo cases seen across Snohomish County
There has been a spike in parvo cases in dogs in Snohomish County.3 months ago
MEG KINNARD, WILL WEISSERT, AND DAVID KLEPPER, THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
Tulsi Gabbard resigns as Trump’s national intelligence director, citing husband’s health
Tulsi Gabbard resigned as President Donald Trump’s director of national intelligence on Friday, saying she needed to step away as her husband battles cancer.3 months ago
Manda Factor
Why is Wild Waves closing? Iconic Washington amusement park shutting down for good after season
Wild Waves Theme & Water Park, a Pacific Northwest summertime staple for nearly five decades, will close permanently after this season.3 months ago
Frank Sumrall
Seattle’s Boeing IMAX Theater, WA’s largest screen, is dropping feature films
The Boeing IMAX Theater, the largest theater screen in all of Washington, will no longer show feature films, the Pacific Science Center announced.3 months ago
Frank Sumrall
Parents outraged after lead contamination found in 80% of fixtures at Fife elementary school
Lead contamination concerns are growing in Fife schools after state testing revealed extremely high levels in drinking fountains and faucets.3 months ago
MARK LONG, THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
Kyle Busch was more than a villain and the greatest NASCAR driver of his generation
Kyle Busch, a two-time Cup Series champion who won more races than anyone across NASCAR’s three national series, died Thursday at age 41.3 months ago
Frank Sumrall
Starbucks retires AI inventory program after just nine months
Starbucks is sunsetting its AI inventory program after it reportedly miscounted and mislabeled store items.3 months ago
Brooke Griffin, KIRO 7 News
180K people expected to move through SEA Airport to start Memorial Day weekend
On Thursday, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is expected to hit peak crowds as people travel for the holiday weekend.3 months ago
Frank Sumrall
Teenager shot on King County Metro bus in Auburn, suspect still at large
A 17-year-old boy was shot while on board a King County Metro bus Thursday night, the Auburn Police Department confirmed.3 months ago
Manda Factor
Memorial Day weekend weather: Warm, dry summer ahead as record-breaking El Niño builds in Pacific
The Pacific Northwest is on the verge of turning a corner toward a prolonged stretch of warm, dry weather, with long-range outlooks pointing to above-average temperatures.3 months ago
Paul Holden
Seattle-area Memorial Day weekend guide: Folk festival, Wild Waves, break dancing, and more!
We have hit the unofficial start of summer as Memorial Day weekend is here, and there is plenty to do in the Seattle area!3 months ago
KIRO Newsradio staff
‘It hasn’t gotten better’: Republican senator urges Ferguson to pause Climate Commitment Act
A state senator is calling on Washington Governor Bob Ferguson to temporarily suspend the state's Climate Commitment Act.3 months ago
Jason Sutich
Kent man sentenced to 6 years for role in Jackson Family drug trafficking conspiracy
A Kent resident who participated in a drug trafficking conspiracy while armed with firearms was sentenced Thursday to six years in prison.3 months ago
