L.B. Gilbert
Sourdough fire reaches nearly 3,000 acres, 11% contained
The Sourdough fire still burns in the North Cascades, growing to nearly 3,000 acres as of Tuesday.3 years ago
Lisa Brooks
Where to find cooling centers around Washington, heat wave forecasted
The state of Washington is offering assistance in helping you find a place to cool down during this hot spell.3 years ago
L.B. Gilbert
All southbound lanes of I-5 blocked by rolled over semi in Bellingham
A semi-truck rolled over on southbound I-5 in Bellingham, sending debris all over the roadway early Tuesday morning, according to the Washington State Department of Transportation.3 years ago
Frankie Katafias, KIRO 7 News
Experts explain importance of Washington red flag warning as humans leading cause of wildfires
A week ago, today the weather service in Hawaii issued a red flag warning around Lahaina due to dry lands, gusty winds, and low relative humidity.3 years ago
L.B. Gilbert and Frank Sumrall, MyNorthwest Staff
Suspect in custody after encampment in South Lake Union
An encampment on Mercer St and Fairview Ave N caught fire, causing all eastbound lanes to be shut down.3 years ago
Nate Connors
Seattle’s gleaming, new waterfront project well underway
Since the viaduct came down in 2019, a lot has changed on Seattle's downtown waterfront and city officials are promising something special.3 years ago
Frank Sumrall
WA teacher shortage remains rampant heading into upcoming school year
Heading into the 2023-2024 school year, Washington ranks in the bottom 25% of the country in amount of teachers in the workforce.3 years ago
L.B. Gilbert
Seattle City Council holds special meeting on drug use ordinance
The Seattle City Council's Public Safety Committee will hold a "special meeting" Monday to discuss a newly revised drug ordinance.3 years ago
Ted Buehner
Seattle heat wave: Hot weather could break records this week
This week will involve the longest stretch of hot weather in the greater Seattle region so far this year, and that raises several concerns.3 years ago
L.B. Gilbert
Smoke from Sourdough fire hangs over Seattle
Smoke is clogging up the air in the Puget Sound region as the nearby Sourdough forest fire continues to burn.3 years ago
L.B. Gilbert
Weeklong closures affect Link Light Rail, crews repair sinking tracks
Sound Transit is suspending Link Light Rail service from SODO station to Capitol Hill station for two weeks because the ground is sinking.3 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
LCB shuts down unlicensed cannabis dispensary in Nisqually Basin
The Liquor and Cannabis Board (LCB) has shut down an illegal cannabis dispensary at “Medicine Creek Territory” in the Nisqually Basin. Along with cash, three firearms were seized.3 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Flames tower over cars in I-5 brush fire near Tacoma
A car fire spread to the brush alongside I-5 northbound near South 72nd Street in Tacoma.3 years ago
Brittany Toolis, KIRO 7 News
Tacoma woman shot in hip says she’ll limp to next council meeting to advocate for neighborhood
As the bars were closing early Saturday morning, the Tacoma Police Department said two people were shot one block over on S. 7th Street and Pacific Avenue.3 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Seattle City Light voices concerns as Sourdough fire threatens infrastructure, 5% contained
Wildland firefighters continue to fight the flames being emitted from the Sourdough fire near Ross Lake. The fire broke out on July 29.3 years ago
Steve Coogan
Report: Nearly 40% of drivers canceled summer travel plans due to high gas prices
Gas' high cost has led to a large number of Washington residents to cancel their summer travel plans, according to QuoteWizard.3 years ago
Bridget Chavez, KIRO 7 News
‘We need to stand together’: Friends and family gather to honor man killed in SODO
Friends and family of Amere Geda gathered Friday evening in SODO to remember and honor the husband and father of two.3 years ago
Steve Coogan
Star power: Seattle light rail sees multiple record ridership days in July
Bolstered by the MLB All-Star Game and Taylor Swift's two Seattle concerts, over 1 million riders took to the Sound Transit Link light rail, Metro buses, and the water taxi over three days in July.3 years ago
Steve Coogan
Sheriff’s office: 4 injured in apparent gang-related shooting in Bothell
Snohomish County Sheriff's detectives say they are investigating an apparent gang-related shooting early Saturday in unincorporated Bothell that left four people injured.3 years ago
Frank Sumrall
Bezos, Sanchez to donate $100 million to Maui for restoration efforts
Amazon.com Inc. founder Jeff Bezos and fiancée Lauren Sanchez are donating $100 million to help restore the Hawaiian island of Maui.3 years ago
Frank Sumrall
Swimming beach at Green Lake closed after discovery of toxic algae
The swimming beach at Seattle's popular Green Lake has been shut down until further notice after toxic algae was discovered in the water.3 years ago
Heather Bosch
Seattle grieves for and gives to Maui at the Hawaii General Store
Western Washington has a large Hawaiian community that is heartbroken about the deadly wildfires on Maui and the Big Island. But it also is taking action.3 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
How to help the victims of the Maui wildfire in Hawaii
Here is a compilation of resources to help those in Hawaii impacted by this devastating wildfire.3 years ago
