Brittany Toolis, KIRO 7 News
King County official calls out KCRHA on release of 5-year plan
A King County official called out the King County Regional Homelessness Authority after the organization released its 5-year plan.3 years ago
Zeke Miller and Chris Megerian
Biden celebrates a ‘crisis averted’ in Oval Office address on bipartisan debt ceiling deal
President Joe Biden celebrated a “crisis averted” in his first speech to the nation from the Oval Office Friday evening.3 years ago
Micki Gamez
Ferry cancellations, delays causing frustration among island residents
Island resident Valerie McKnight says she's frustrated with the ferry system because of hefty delays and daily cancellations.3 years ago
Nate Connors
Montlake Boulevard SR 520 on-ramps, exits closed this weekend
SR 520 will not be accessible via Montlake Boulevard over the weekend, as both on and off-ramp access will be closed.3 years ago
L.B. Gilbert
Burien encampment cleared as new park lease starts
A homeless encampment in downtown Burien is being cleared after a struggle between the city, county, and residents who want it gone.3 years ago
Deedee Sun, KIRO 7 News
Two Northshore elementary principals on leave after alleged cocaine use
High on cocaine with a loaded gun – that’s what Redmond police say they saw when they confronted a local elementary school principal at a QFC.3 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba
Patagonia accuses Nordstrom of selling fake merch, files lawsuit
Patagonia is accusing Nordstrom of selling fake merchandise and has filed a lawsuit against the Seattle-based department store chain.3 years ago
L.B. Gilbert
KCRHA approves 5-year plan to address homelessness
The King County Regional Homeless Authority (KCRHA) unanimously voted Thursday to approve its new 5-year plan, which includes $250M for 2024.3 years ago
Kate Stone
International theft ring intercepted by Bellevue police
Bellevue police officers have recovered thousands of dollars in merchandise after arresting three suspects in an international organized theft ring.3 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba
Former Congressman Don Bonker remembered as a ‘peacemaker’
Known as a "peacemaker," former U.S. Representative Don Bonker, who represented Washington’s 3rd District from 1975-89, has died.3 years ago
L.B. Gilbert
Utility company damages Queen Anne Ave, partially closing road
A private utility crew damaged a tunnel under a busy block of Queen Anne Avenue, and the road is partially shut down.3 years ago
L.B. Gilbert
12-year-old girl arrested in connection to Lacy Mushroom fire
Lacey firefighters are looking at a multi-day fight against a fire that broke out Wednesday at an abandoned mushroom farm.3 years ago
Lisa Brooks
Garfield High School switches to remote learning Friday after threat
A threat in the area of Garfield High School in Seattle Thursday prompted the school's principal to dismiss classes early.3 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Seattle area gets second warmest May in nearly 80 years
The Seattle area is pacing for the second warmest May on record dating back to 1945.3 years ago
Frank Sumrall
King County issues Stage 1 Burn Ban with wildfire season approaching
The King County Fire Chief’s Association, issued a Stage 1 burn ban for June 1 with the ban specifically relating to yard debris and residential burning.3 years ago
Frank Sumrall
Young Corporation faces $2M fine from WA Department of Labor
After 175 violations were discovered by the state Department of Labor, a $2 million fine has been issued against Young Corporation.3 years ago
Kevin Ko, KIRO 7 News
Safety, security a concern as Pride Month kicks off Thursday
Seattle city leaders officially proclaimed June 2023 as Pride Month on Thursday, while raising the Pride flag above city hall.3 years ago
Frank Sumrall
Property values in King County drop after peaking in 2022
Initial results show property values in King County are still affected by the lingering impacts of the pandemic.3 years ago
Frank Sumrall
Charges filed against Georgetown double homicide suspect
A 45-year-old man has been charged with murder and assault in a double homicide that took place in Georgetown last January.3 years ago
L.B. Gilbert
Pierce County woman with tuberculosis in custody, treatment optional
A judge ordered law enforcers to arrest a Pierce County woman if she does not start tuberculosis treatment — or prove she is not contagious.3 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba
Seattle teamster union concrete truck drivers take hit in Supreme Court ruling
In a blow to organized labor, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled against a Seattle teamsters union representing concrete truck drivers.3 years ago
L.B. Gilbert
King County offering free lock boxes for National Gun Violence Awareness Day
To mark National Gun Violence Awareness Day, Public Health -- Seattle and King County announced they will be giving away free gun lock boxes.3 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba
Mountain coaster adds to Leavenworth as tourist destination
The Leavenworth Adventure Park is promoted as "the first alpine coaster in Washington state," and it opens in May in Leavenworth.3 years ago
