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Nordstrom patagonia lawsuit...
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
King County homelessness agency - seattle council...
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
Bellevue police...
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
Don Bonker...
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
queen anne road...
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
muti-day fire lacey mushroom...
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
garfield high school threat...
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
may warmest month...
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
burn ban wildfire season...
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
department labor violations young...
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
(Photo from KIRO 7)...
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
King County property values...
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
seattle human trafficking...
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
Pierce County tuberculosis...
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
Seattle teamsters union...
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
King County lock box...
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
leavenworth...
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
Seattle Amazon walkout...
Bill Kaczaraba

Seattle Amazon workers walk out over climate, remote work concerns

Amazon workers at Seattle headquarters are participating in a walkout at 12 p.m. today, according to KIRO Newsradio’s Kate Stone.
3 years ago
Mark Mullet governor...
L.B. Gilbert

Sen. Mark Mullet announces campaign for Washington governor

Democratic State Senator Mark Mullet officially announced his run for Washington governor Thursday morning.
3 years ago
Sea-Tac airport parking...
Nate Connors

Sea-Tac Airport parking rates going up more than 30%

Sea-Tac Airport parking garage rates are going up more than 30% to $8 an hour beginning this Thursday to help fund capital projects.
3 years ago
Associated Press

Amazon fined $25M for violating child privacy with Alexa

Amazon agreed Wednesday to pay a $25 million civil penalty to settle Federal Trade Commission allegations it violated a child privacy law
3 years ago
Semi-truck I-5 overpass...
L.B. Gilbert

All lanes reopen after semi-truck crashes into I-5 overpass

A semi-truck crashed into an overpass on northbound I-5 in Lakewood Thursday morning, causing long backups and delays.
3 years ago
(Photo from KIRO 7)...
Deedee Sun, KIRO 7 News

Residents reach breaking point after Auburn apartment complex sees five shootings in five days

One shooting after another is rocking a single apartment complex in Auburn. The most recent shooting at the Copper Gate Apartments happened Tuesday night
3 years ago
honeyhole...
Frank Sumrall

Capitol Hill sandwich spot HoneyHole embroiled in controversy

HoneyHole has become the subject of controversy among its employees who have been distraught and unhappy with new leadership.
3 years ago