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King County Library...
Bill Kaczaraba

No more late fines on books at King County Libraries

King County Libraries have announced late fines for overdue books will end on May 9, citing the lack of revenue from the policy.
4 years ago
belltown apartment fire...
Frank Sumrall

Seattle expands protections to firefighters, first responders

The Seattle City Council is extending its legal protections to Seattle firefighters and other first responders when attending various emergencies.
4 years ago
Football...
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show

Lincoln HS football coach on resignation: ‘I don’t give up’

Coach Aaron Hart resigned from his coaching job last Friday after leading Lincoln High School's football program for the last three years.
4 years ago
Trans...
Frank Sumrall

Minors seeking gender-affirming treatment can shelter without parent’s knowledge

The bill added one significant adjustment, requiring shelters and hosts to report a minor's intentions to seek gender-affirming care to DCYF.
4 years ago
trump...
Larry Neumeister, Jennifer Peltz, Michael R. Sisak

Jury finds Trump liable for sexual abuse, awards E. Jean Carroll $5M

A jury found Donald Trump liable Tuesday for sexually abusing advice columnist E. Jean Carroll in 1996, awarding her $5 million.
4 years ago
Lakewood plane...
L.B. Gilbert

Small plane crashes next to house in Lakewood, 2 critically injured

West Pierce Fire and Rescue responded to the scene of a float plane that crashed in Lakewood Tuesday afternoon.
4 years ago
Black Lives Matter buttons Kroger BLM...
L.B. Gilbert

Kroger settles with union on BLM button violation

A federal labor judge ruled in favor of Kroger employees' rights to wear buttons in support of the Black Lives Matter (BLM) movement.
4 years ago
CID endangered...
L.B. Gilbert

Seattle’s CID placed on list of endangered places

Seattle's Chinatown-International District (CID) was named one of the country's 11 most Endangered Historic Places in 2023.
4 years ago
Murrow Awards...
Frank Sumrall

KIRO Newsradio brings home two Murrow Awards

KIRO Newsradio Anchor Aaron Granillo and host Dave Ross were honored with 2023 Regional Edward R. Murrow Awards.
4 years ago
robbed...
Bill Kaczaraba

BigFoot Java coffee stands robbed in Pierce County

Two BigFoot Java coffee stands were robbed overnight Tuesday in Pierce County, just weeks after five others were targeted.
4 years ago
(Photo from KIRO 7)...
Aaron Wright, KIRO 7 News

Is it taking too long for a loved one to get the care they need at the hospital?

What can you do if you feel it’s taking too long to get your loved one the care they need at the hospital?
4 years ago
Seattle drugs Fentanyl...
Heather Bosch

Facing Fentanyl: Hear the voices of people hurting

A five-part series, "Facing Fentanyl," is set to explore where this drug is coming from, why it's so lethal, and the damage it is doing.
4 years ago
Amtrak Portland...
L.B. Gilbert

Amtrak suspends service to Portland due to landslide

A landslide in Clark County north of Vancouver caused Amtrak to cancel all trains Tuesday between Portland and Seattle.
4 years ago
Lynnwood councilmember NAACP misinformation campaign...
Lisa Brooks

Lynnwood city councilmember settles ethics complaint

The Lynnwood City Council voted unanimously Monday night to approve a settlement agreement with councilmember Joshua Binda.
4 years ago
The Seattle Fire Department. (Seattle City Council, Flickr)...
L.B. Gilbert

Seattle City Council working to create protections for firefighters

The Seattle City Council is considering a new bill that would give firefighters in the line of duty better protection.
4 years ago
hole...
L.B. Gilbert

West Seattle Bridge ramp reopens as crews repair hole early

Crews repaired the large hole on the SR-99 northbound on-ramp from the West Seattle Bridge early Tuesday morning.
4 years ago
(Photo from KIRO 7)...
Jake Chapman, KIRO 7 News

Are school threats, swatting calls costing taxpayers money? One expert believes so

Shelton View Elementary went into lockdown Monday afternoon after Bothell police say a threatening phone call was made to the school.
4 years ago
Westlake Station light rail hole...
Micki Gamez

Light Rail returns to normal service as crews finish repairing hole

Damage to the Westlake Station ceiling was more significant than Sound Transit originally thought, prompting the agency to close light rail.
4 years ago
West Seattle Community Garage Sale...
Nate Connors

Annual West Seattle Community Garage Sale Saturday

The West Seattle Community Garage Sale, dubbed the largest garage sale in the State, has more than 400 registered locations.
4 years ago
Trailhead Director Memorial Day weekend...
Micki Gamez

Shuttle service to Washington trailheads returns this weekend

To prevent your car from falling victim to break-ins and theft, a popular new shuttle service to Washington trailheads returns this weekend.
4 years ago
L.B. Gilbert

Puyallup dam faces ‘biggest environmental crime’ fine of $1M

The Pierce County Superior Court ordered a hydroelectric dam on the Puyallup River pay $1 million to restore the river.
4 years ago
housing...
Frank Sumrall

Gov. Inslee signs 10 housing bills into law in WA’s ‘year of housing’

Gov. Jay Inslee signed 10 housing bills Monday into law, including ones that will expand accessory dwelling units and multi-family housing.
4 years ago
(Photo from KIRO 7)...
Shawn Garrett, KIRO 7 News

Seattle Public Library announces plan for young adults nationwide to access banned books

Seattle Public Library has announced a plan for teens and young adults across the United States to access books and audiobooks
4 years ago
west seattle...
Sam Campbell

Man found dead in middle of West Seattle street

A 41-year-old man was found dead with a suspected gunshot wound lying in the middle of a West Seattle neighborhood street Monday.
4 years ago