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Ranji Sinha, KIRO 7 News

‘Right to repair’ bill would give consumers access to parts, info needed to fix their electronics

Washington residents are going to have a chance to speak out on whether they should have choices on how to repair their own electronics.
4 years ago
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KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk

Boeing establishing fourth production line in Everett for popular 737 MAXs

A Boeing spokesperson confirmed, due to high demand for the company's best-selling planes, spurred the company's decision.
4 years ago
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L.B. Gilbert

King tides paint stark outlook into rising Puget Sound sea levels

It has been a rough month for coastal flooding in cities along Washington's coastline as king tides portend the future of rising sea levels.
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Frank Sumrall

Police arrest ‘clothed but very wet’ bathtub burglar in Madrona

Police arrested a man Friday evening after he broke into a home, filled up the bathtub, and started bathing with his clothes on.
4 years ago
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L.B. Gilbert

Requirement for Starbucks workers returning to office is about ‘fairness’

Starbucks office employees can no longer work from home full time, says interim CEO Howard Schultz in an announcement earlier this month
4 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba

Frigid, but sunny start to the workweek in Puget Sound

It will be a frigid, but sunny start to the workweek across the Puget Sound, with highs in the 30s. Temps are even lower in the mountains.
4 years ago
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Graham Johnson, KIRO 7 News

Local law enforcement officials, community leaders continue to lament death of Tyre Nichols

Anger and heartbreak over the police killing of Tyre Nichols in Memphis is felt around Puget Sound this weekend.
4 years ago
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Jake Chapman, KIRO 7 News

Thurston County community continues to remember victims of deadly house fire

Tumwater District Stadium was packed Sunday night as family, friends, and most of the community came out to pay tribute
4 years ago
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Bill Kaczaraba

Lynnwood opioid center protesters admit they lost the war

A few dozen protesters fighting against a new opioid treatment center admit they lost the war over the location in Lynnwood.
4 years ago
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Jake Chapman, KIRO 7 News Staff

Organizations continue to push for sex trafficking awareness

Human trafficking continues to be a big problem across the world, including here in the Pacific Northwest.
4 years ago
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Gwen Baumgardner, KIRO 7 News

Hundreds gather at Seattle’s Wing Luke Museum to ring in the Lunar New Year

The Wing Luke Museum welcomed anyone to join in their annual event, and hundreds of families came together for a day of performances, music, and tradition.
4 years ago
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Frank Sumrall

Seattle Kraken’s best-kept secret this year? Goalie coach Steve Briere

Martin Jones was a cast-off. Grubauer lost his edge. And the Kraken's defense looked bleak — until goalie coachSteve Briere showed up.
4 years ago
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Jake Chapman, KIRO 7 News

Vigil in place at intersection where 23-year-old was hit and killed by SPD officer

Friday evening, dozens of cyclists dedicated their ride to Kandula. They started at Westlake Center and made their way to the intersection.
4 years ago
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Kevin Ko, KIRO 7 News

WA lawmakers discuss bill to ban for-profit pet sales at retail stores

The bill would also disallow retail pet stores from financing “or make a loan for the purchase of a dog or cat,” according to the bill.
4 years ago
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Frank Sumrall

Seattle protests tame following release of Tyre Nichols footage

Seattle is preparing for city-wide protests over what the Memphis Police Chief described as “acts that defy humanity.”
4 years ago
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Frank Sumrall

Providence rated worst nonprofit hospital in country regarding consumer practices

Providence, a nonprofit hospital located in Renton, has reportedly saved more than $700 million that was intended for the community.
4 years ago
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L.B. Gilbert

Multiple rent stabilization bills aim to control extreme increases

Two bill proposals are on the floor of the state legislature that looks to impose some limits on ever-increasing rent prices.
4 years ago
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KIRO 7 News Staff

Parents have 1 last chance to voice concerns over Bellevue schools consolidation

Bellevue parents have one last chance to hear about the district’s plans to consolidate some elementary schools and shift students to other school campuses.
4 years ago
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Bill Kaczaraba

Winter chill returns to Puget Sound region

The winter chill has returned to the Puget Sound region with highs only in the 30s.
4 years ago
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L.B. Gilbert

Protests outside Lynnwood opioid clinic

There’s another planned protest on Sunday at the site of a planned opioid treatment clinic in Lynnwood, but it may be just symbolic.
4 years ago
L.B. Gilbert

Regional Homeless Authority requests nearly $12 billion for 5-year plan

How much money would it take to solve the homeless crisis in Seattle? The KCRHA estimates that it would take roughly $11.8 billion.
4 years ago
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Lisa Brooks

WA Corrections pays $600K settlement in sexual harassment lawsuit

Washington's Corrections Department has agreed to pay $600,000 dollars to settle a sexual harassment lawsuit brought by a former intern.
4 years ago
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Shawn Garrett, KIRO 7 News

‘A double life’: Skagit County pastor accused of dealing drugs, money laundering

A Skagit County pastor who “admitted he leads a double life” was arrested in January with nearly three pounds of methamphetamine, fentanyl and cocaine
4 years ago
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Deborah Horne, KIRO 7 News

Western Washington Gets Real: Pacific Northwest native wowing the opera world

Her astonishing voice has been heard around the world, but it was discovered and nurtured right here in the Pacific Northwest.
4 years ago