Bill Kaczaraba
Near-perfect Northwest day ahead; Saturday glorious as well
We're going to have near-perfect Northwest weather Friday and Saturday, so you can start celebrating the weekend early.4 years ago
L.B. Gilbert
Special election results: King County Crisis Care Levy gets 56% approval
With the April Special Election coming to a close, ballots across western Washington have started to be counted.4 years ago
Lisa Brooks
Clock removal leads to weeks of inconvenience for light rail riders
A Seattle civic improvement project over Westlake Station has turned into a weeks-long hassle for light rail riders through downtown.4 years ago
Jake Chapman, KIRO 7 News
‘It’s just been a horrible nightmare’: Search intensifies for missing Skagit County woman
The Skagit County Sheriff’s Office has been looking for 25-year-old Mikayla Standridge for almost a week.4 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Gov. Inslee signs bills protecting gender-affirming care, abortion rights
On Thursday, Gov. Jay Inslee signed several bills aimed at protecting gender-affirming care and abortion rights.4 years ago
Kate Stone
Seattle police officer arrested for DUI in 2022 still works for SPD
Two Seattle police officers were arrested for driving drunk in Edmonds last year, according to newly-obtained court records.4 years ago
Matt Markovich
Colorado Avalanche player involved in incident at Seattle hotel
An incident report from Seattle Police is filling some of the gaps in the disappearance of Colorado Avalanche star Valeri Nichushkin.4 years ago
L.B. Gilbert
WA Attorney General starts new unit to investigate rising retail theft
Attorney General Bob Ferguson announced Wednesday the creation of an Organized Retail Crime Unit in the Attorney General's Office.4 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba
Gig Harbor man convicted in connection with Jan. 6 Capitol riot
A Gig Harbor man has been convicted in connection with the Jan. 6 Capitol riot. David Charles Rhine was convicted of four misdemeanor crimes.4 years ago
Brittany Toolis, KIRO 7 News
Several downtown Seattle business owners say their crime reports have been ignored by police
Crime continues to plague downtown Seattle as business owners say they are under siege from thieves and vandals.4 years ago
L.B. Gilbert
Paine Field to become research hub in search for sustainable jet fuel
A plan has been unveiled to develop a new, more sustainable, and greener form of jet fuel at Paine Field Airport.4 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba
Seattle City Attorney announces plan to criminalize drug use
The Seattle City Attorney, along with two Councilmembers will announce new legislation regarding public drug use today.4 years ago
L.B. Gilbert
Westbound SR-520 reopens after accident near Montlake
All westbound lanes of State Route 520 were closed Thursday morning after an accident caused backups and long delays.4 years ago
L.B. Gilbert
‘Hateful and ugly’ flyers targeting LGBTQ+ people appear on Kirkland church cars
Hate-filled flyers stuck to the windshields of parishioners at two local churches recently targeted the LGBTQ+ community.4 years ago
Micki Gamez
Free health care clinic to aid Washingtonians who can’t afford healthcare
In an effort to help patients who need basic healthcare and can't afford it, Seattle/King County clinic will open its doors to the public4 years ago
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk
WA Fish and Wildlife: European green crab continues to cause issues
The European green crab is considered one of the most invasive species in the marine environment due to having few predators.4 years ago
L.B. Gilbert
Seattle Public Schools considers cuts: ‘We need to make changes’
Since 2017, enrollment has been declining for Seattle Public Schools (SPS), and officials anticipate the trend will continue.4 years ago
Ranji Sinha, KIRO 7 News
Washington’s Secretary of State speaks on protecting voter access and fighting misinformation
Washington’s newly-elected Secretary of State says a critical system for voters is under attack by critics spreading misinformation.4 years ago
Shawn Garrett, KIRO 7 News
Aerosmith teasing possible show in Seattle
An image of Aerosmith’s wing logo has been displayed at venues around the country, including the Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, possibly teasing a tour stop in the Emerald City.4 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba
Union accuses Starbucks of unfair labor practices…again
The US labor relations board is accusing Starbucks of refusing to negotiate in good faith at more than 100 newly unionized cafes.4 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba
UW Medicine: COVID-19 booster from last fall sufficient to fight variants
The COVID-19 booster that became available last fall should provide ample protection against emerging virus variants, according to UW.4 years ago
L.B. Gilbert
King County councilmember introduces bill to criminalize drug use
Councilmember Reagan Dunn wants to add King County to a growing list of cities and counties enacting drug use and possession laws.4 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba
King County reaches e-cigarette settlement against Juul
King County has reached a settlement in its lawsuit against e-cigarette company Juul Labs, Inc. over youth vaping and nicotine addiction.4 years ago