Bill Kaczaraba
Washington resignation rates among lowest in the country
The state ranked 42 out of 50 with a resignation rate of 2.35% over the past year. Louisiana was No. 1 with a rate of 3.52%.3 years ago
Ted Buehner
Wildfire smoke from Canada impacting Seattle skies
It may only be the middle of May, but wildfire season is already impacting the Seattle region with smoke from Canada.3 years ago
L.B. Gilbert
I-5 express lanes re-open after earlier collision
All I-5 express lanes in Seattle are back open after a collision caused traffic issues early Wednesday morning.3 years ago
L.B. Gilbert
Two shootings at Seattle beaches Tuesday night
A man is in critical condition at Harborview Medical Center following a shooting along the shores of Lake Washington Tuesday night.3 years ago
L.B. Gilbert
Space Needle repaints back to ‘Astronaut White’
Say goodbye to 'Galaxy Gold' and hello again to 'Astronaut White' as the Space Needle gets a fresh coat of paint.3 years ago
Brittany Toolis, KIRO 7 News
Fans welcome home the Seattle Kraken as they return after playoff elimination
After an incredible campaign that made it to the Western Conference Semi-Finals and forced a Game 7, a dream season for the Kraken is over.3 years ago
Gwen Baumgardner, KIRO 7 News
Tacoma family reunited after fire that left teen on life support
A Tacoma family has been reunited after a fire left their teenage daughter on life support.3 years ago
Frank Sumrall
Memorial Stadium to be demolished, rebuilt by 2027
Seattle City Council members passed a resolution supporting the plan to demolish and rebuild Memorial Stadium.3 years ago
Frank Sumrall
8 in hospital after exposure to dangerous substance in Seattle
Three Seattle firefighters and five others have been taken to the hospital to be treated for exposure to a dangerous substance.3 years ago
L.B. Gilbert
Search for new WA airport location to start over
The commission was immediately tasked with finding a new airport solution, with Sea-Tac expected to reach capacity in 2032.3 years ago
Nate Connors
WA commission wants feedback on increased ferry rates
The WSTC has kicked off its ferry fare-setting process for 2023-2025, with an online survey to learn more from riders on increased rates.3 years ago
Sam Campbell
Copper River salmon season kicks off with Sea-Tac arrival
Copper River salmon season has kicked off. The first 34-pound king salmon arrived at SeaTac for a ceremony this morning.3 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Cantwell calls on NASA for continued support of Washington’s aerospace industry
Senator Maria Cantwell said a new NASA budget and influx of cash, since it would have a positive impact on Washington’s economy.3 years ago
Frank Sumrall
Marc Dones steps down as head of King County Regional Homeless Authority
Marc Dones, the CEO of the The King County Regional Homeless Authority (KCRHA), has decided to step down after two years in the role.3 years ago
Matt Markovich
WA Legislature passes drug law with modified gross misdemeanor
Details indicate a new drug possession law will include a modified gross misdemeanor as a penalty with a maximum of 364 days in jail.3 years ago
L.B. Gilbert
3-year-old toddler shot in Tukwila dies
Tukwila detectives are investigating after a toddler was shot Friday morning and rushed to Harborview Medical Center in critical condition.3 years ago
Heather Bosch
New law requires boaters to stay further away from Southern Resident orcas
The legislation increases the distance that recreational boaters must stay away from Southern Resident orcas from 300 to 1,000 yards.3 years ago
L.B. Gilbert
City of Lakewood passes drug law despite special state session
The City of Lakewood passed their own drug law Monday night, just hours before a special session at the Washington state Legislature.3 years ago
L.B. Gilbert
King County Metro Transit to discuss service cuts, reduced fares
King County Council's Transit Committee will meet to discuss possible service cuts and free or reduced fares at King County Metro.3 years ago
Lauren Donovan, KIRO 7 News
May brush fires a ‘bad omen’ for summer wildfire season, officials say
Fire officials are sounding the alarm as brush fires have already started in the area, much earlier than usual.3 years ago
Frank Sumrall
Flash floods, thunderstorms join PNW’s erratic streak of weather
A flash flood warning for most of the Cascades foothills has been authorized as thunderstorms are forecast to roll through.3 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba
11 people, dog rescued at Mount St. Helens after mudslide blocks road
Eleven people and a dog were rescued by helicopter after a mudslide blocked the road to and from Mount St. Helens overnight.3 years ago
