Weather Anchor Frankie Katafias, KIRO 7 News
Here’s the ‘buzz’ behind Seattle’s mushroom coffee
Before you jump in with, “I’m not a mushroom person,” or “don’t like the taste of mushrooms,” let me start off by saying that’s what I said4 years ago
Shawn Garrett, KIRO 7 News
Bill forcing Washington residents to vote advances from committee
Senate Bill 5209, which would require Washington residents to vote in every major election, cleared the Senate State Government and Elections Committee on Tuesday, according to a media release from Washington Senator Jeff Wilson (R).4 years ago
L.B. Gilbert
Auburn woman attends Biden’s State of the Union with Sen. Murray
“When families cannot access child care, we’re talking about having to leave a job, not being able to put food on the table — really serious consequences."4 years ago
Briseida Holguin, KIRO 7 News
‘Officers collapsed from aerosolized fentanyl’: Concerns over K-9s not trained to detect the drug
This week state representatives discussed House Bill 1635, which calls for police K-9s to be trained to detect fentanyl.4 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba
Report: Practices of Russell Wilson’s foundation in question
Russell Wilson's Why Not You Foundation raises millions, but according to a USA Today investigation, less than half goes to charity.4 years ago
Sam Campbell
Car thefts rampant in King, Pierce counties to kick off 2023
Car thefts continue to plague the Puget Sound area, according to new numbers released from regional authorities.4 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba
Alcohol may soon be allowed in WA strip clubs; dancers are for it
A new bill in the Washington state Senate would allow alcohol sales in strip clubs. Dancers at a hearing on the measure seem to be all for it.4 years ago
L.B. Gilbert
Thousands in north Seattle lose power due to unknown causes
A large power outage cut power to thousands of north Seattle residents on Wednesday morning around 10:30 a.m.4 years ago
L.B. Gilbert
Bellevue man arrested after threatening construction workers with rifle
Pierce County deputies arrested a woman after she ran from deputies and tried to steal a 70-year-old man’s car in Parkland.4 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba
Starbucks takes another hit in fight against unions
A judge in Colorado has ruled that Seattle-based Starbucks retaliated against workers who voted to unionize.4 years ago
L.B. Gilbert
Seattle Schools weighs consolidation as enrollment plummets
The Seattle Public Schools Board has a budgeting meeting at the end of January in which they detail a plan to cut costs.4 years ago
Lisa Brooks
2 injured, 1 dead in DUI forklift crash in north Seattle
An accident involving a forklift that closed Aurora Avenue N during the afternoon commute Tuesday has taken the life of a woman.4 years ago
Julia Dallas, KIRO 7 News
Washington wetlands are renamed to honor Black, Indigenous history
The Washington State Board of Natural Resources approved proposals to rename wetlands in Garfield, Mason, and Okanogan counties, to honor Black, Indigenous history4 years ago
Graham Johnson, KIRO 7 News
Seattle voters deciding on social housing initiative
Voters in Seattle are deciding whether to create a social housing program that would build homes for people with a range of incomes.4 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Report: Average of 81 cars stolen daily in Pierce, King counties last month
The Puget Sound Auto Theft Task Force said that last month, there was an average of 81 vehicles reported stolen daily in King and Pierce counties combined.4 years ago
Kate Stone
Seattle Police 2022 crime report shows increase in murders, violent crime
The number of homicides also rose by 24%, with 55 lives lost last year, most of those by gunfire, surpassing the numbers in 2020.4 years ago
Frank Sumrall
How Seattle PD is impacted by end of COVID vaccine mandate
Following updated public health guidelines, King County and its county seat, Seattle, will no longer require proof of COVID-19 vaccination.4 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba
Woman arrested after carjacking attempt in Pierce County
Pierce County prosecutors charged the 27-year-old woman with attempted robbery in the first degree, and possession of a stolen vehicle.4 years ago
Kathryn Stone
Seattle’s ‘Howe Street Stairs’ location of alleged female assaults
Emily, a woman who frequently jogs throughout Seattle, said she was punched in the face during her run near the "Howe Street Stairs."4 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba
New group would take a fresh look at Pierce, Thurston County airport sites
Ground Zero for the Puget Sound region is forecast to be 2050 when Sea-Tac airport will no longer be able to handle the number of passengers.4 years ago
Nicole Jennings
Families rally ahead of Bellevue School District consolidation decision
Parents are rallying in protest as the Bellevue School District considers consolidating elementary schools due to dropping enrollment.4 years ago
L.B. Gilbert
East Pierce County Fire starts advanced paramedic emergency program
A new Medical Service Officer program is ready to jump in when there are life-threatening emergencies in Pierce County.4 years ago
L.B. Gilbert
Crash into utility pole cuts power, 911 service to Kent neighborhood
A Kent neighborhood is in the dark Tuesday morning after a crash into a utility pole cut power.4 years ago
