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KIRO 7 News Staff

Wind advisories in place as gusts up to 60 mph are expected Tuesday around Western Washington

Strong winds and heavy rain are causing power outages across the Western Washington region Monday morning.
4 years ago
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Claire Rush, Associated Press

Travel woes ongoing in Washington state amid winter storm

Freezing rain, ice and snowy conditions complicated road and air travel in Washington state, where mountainous portions of two major roadways were closed in both directions Saturday afternoon, officials said.
4 years ago
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Briseida Holguin, KIRO 7 News

4 Pierce County utility substations vandalized, cutting power to more than 14K on Christmas

Over 14,000 people in Pierce County celebrated Christmas in the dark. The Sheriff’s Department says four utility substations were vandalized early Sunday morning.
4 years ago
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Colleen West, KIRO 7 News

6 people, 5 dogs rescued from Christmas Day flooding in Whatcom County

Six people and five dogs were rescued by boat after a flooding in Whatcom County early on Christmas Day. All have survived.
4 years ago
Everett fire...
KIRO 7 News Staff

One person killed in fire at south Everett fourplex

 One person died in a fire at a south Everett fourplex on Sunday night.
4 years ago
Lynnwood Fire...
KIRO 7 News Staff

1 dead, 2 injured, dozens displaced after fire engulfs Lynnwood apartment complex

One person is dead and two others hospitalized with life-threatening injuries after a fire engulfed a Lynnwood apartment complex Saturday.
4 years ago
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KIRO 7 News Staff

I-90 reopens between North Bend and Ellensburg; US 2 over Stevens Pass to remain closed Sunday

I-90 is closed in both directions from North Bend to Ellensburg due to freezing rain, according to the WSDOT.
4 years ago
Washington rain...
By Chief Meteorologist Morgan Palmer, KIRO 7 News and KIRO 7 News Staff

Rain in full force as Western Washington recovers from ice storm

Rain will serve to help melt snow and ice in Washington state, but will create issues with urban flooding on roadways.
4 years ago
Everett Fire...
KIRO 7 News Staff

Driver starts car fire in Everett after crashing into Fred Meyer, pouring gasoline on himself

Everett police are investigating after a man drove through the front entrance of a Fred Meyer store and caused a car fire on Friday night.
4 years ago
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KIRO 7 News Staff

Man charged for 2021 murder of woman found in tent in Tacoma encampment

Tacoma police announced Friday that a man has been charged for the murder of a 35-year-old woman who was found in a tent in a Tacoma encampment last year.
4 years ago
medical procedures...
Bill Kaczaraba

Everett Clinic, Polyclinic reach deal with Regence

People who have Regence insurance can continue to get in-network care at The Everett Clinic and The Polyclinic.
4 years ago
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Bill Kaczaraba

Seattle Police: One injured in accident in Belltown

One person was hurt after a collision involving multiple vehicles and pedestrians in Belltown Friday morning, Seattle Police reported. The accident happened around 10 a.m. at First Avenue and Blanchard Street. Police say four vehicles and three pedestrians were involved in the collision. Icy roads appear to be the cause and the extent of the […]
4 years ago
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Bill Kaczaraba

Seattle police sergeant cleared in leak probe

A Seattle Police sergeant has been cleared of leaking an internal memo to the media.
4 years ago
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Bill Kaczaraba

Power is back on in San Juan Islands

The electricity has been restored to the San Juan Islands.
4 years ago
Alaska Airlines, Sea-Tac...
Bill Kaczaraba

Another runway opens at SEA, roads still icy

The worse part of this Christmas week weather mess is almost over. But until then, roads are dangerous and the ice is having an impact in many ways.
4 years ago
Ice storm...
Nicole Jennings

Ice storm brings power outage, flooding risk to Western Washington

The snow will be gone soon, but the ice storm is likely to bring a mess to the region, including power outages and flooding.
4 years ago
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Bill Kaczaraba

Now ‘freezing rain’ until Friday afternoon

Serious weather conditions are engulfing western Washington as impending travel challenges are on the horizon.
4 years ago
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Bill Kaczaraba

Hyundai, Kia vehicles stolen in Pierce County Wednesday

Hyundai and Kia owners are being urged to take immediate action after a flurry of auto thefts in Pierce County.
4 years ago
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Bill Kaczaraba

Former Pierce County Prosecutor awarded $2 million

Former Pierce County Deputy Prosecutor Doug Vanscoy has been awarded $2 million in a wrongful termination case. 
4 years ago
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L.B. Gilbert

Contractor accused of stealing $54K in workers comp scam

A roofing contractor is being charged with theft after an investigation into more than $54,000 of workers comp claims.
4 years ago
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Bridget Chavez, KIRO 7 News

Preparations underway as ice storm set to hit western Washington

Snohomish County has been through the wringer lately when it comes to extreme weather events.
4 years ago
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L.B. Gilbert

I-5 reopened after icicles cleared off Seattle Convention Center tunnel

Three lanes of northbound Interstate 5 were closed Thursday morning for WSDOT to clear out large icicles from the roof of the Convention Center tunnel
4 years ago
I-90...
L.B. Gilbert

I-90 reopens near North Bend

Interstate 90 is closed in both directions near North Bend after multiple crashes with cars and semi-trucks blocking the road this morning.
4 years ago
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Ted Buehner

Track Santa on Christmas Eve with the help of NORAD

Do you want to track Santa as he makes his visits around the world on Christmas Eve? Saint Nicholas has a busy night ahead
4 years ago