Rachel La Corte, Associated Press
Washington’s paid family leave premiums to increase Jan. 1
The payroll premiums on workers’ wages to pay for Washington state’s paid family and medical leave program will increase on Jan. 1.4 years ago
Jake Chapman, KIRO 7 News
Wildfires and smoke continue to be problematic for fire crews throughout Washington
Wildfires in western Washington continue to produce a ton of smoke filling the air, taking a toll on everyone.4 years ago
Kimberlee Krusei, Associated Press
Slavery is on the ballot for voters in 5 US states, including Oregon
More than 150 years after slaves were freed in the U.S., voters in five states will soon decide whether to close loopholes that led to the proliferation of a different form of slavery4 years ago
Nicole Jennings
Kirkland enacting pilot program to crack down on illegal vehicle noise
The City of Kirkland has a new pilot project to crack down on loud vehicles and street racing through noise-capturing cameras.4 years ago
Micki Gamez
Deer-hitting season is in full effect throughout WA
The average damage to a vehicle after hitting a deer is around $4,000. A minimum of 5,000 deer collisions occur in Washington each year.4 years ago
Sam Campbell
Seattle babysitter accused of child sex abuse arrested
Detectives are asking the public to come forward in the investigation of a Seattle babysitter charged with child sex abuse.4 years ago
Darren Dedo
Suspected killer of Central District community leader arrested
A Seattle business owner was shot and killed Wednesday evening near the Central District. Police arrested the suspect on Thursday.4 years ago
Sam Campbell
Seattle-area schools cancel outdoor activities amid severe air quality
The school told KIRO Newsradio it will reopen if the air quality index drops below 200, to a level their air filters can withstand.4 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba
New Seattle Kraken retro jerseys go light blue
The NHL's Seattle Kraken unveils new light blue jerseys to be introduced in November to honor the Seattle Ironmen of the Pacific Coast Hockey League4 years ago
L.B. Gilbert
Light rail closed between Rainier Beach, Tukwila starting Saturday
The Link Lightrail will be suspending service between Rainier Beach station and Tukwila International Boulevard station starting Saturday, Oct. 22.4 years ago
Tim Booth, Associated Press
NHL’s Kraken get original music from Oscar winner Zimmer
With Hollywood producer Jerry Bruckheimer as part of the ownership group, the Seattle Kraken were always going to have a cinematic element to their video productions.4 years ago
Ted Buehner
New emergency management dashboards to prepare for hazardous events
There is a new way to monitor what is going on in emergency management, from weather events to power outages, all in near real-time dashboards.4 years ago
KIRO Newsradio staff
Free Seattle eye clinic provides prescriptions for nearly 1,000
If you or someone you know need an eye exam and new glasses but can't afford it - today's the day to head to Seattle Center.4 years ago
Associated Press
Washington wildfire caused by pyrotechnic, police seek tips
A wildfire in southwest Washington state that ballooned in size Sunday, causing regional air quality issues, may have been started by a firework or firearm, officials said.4 years ago
Jake Chapman, KIRO 7 News
Customers, local grocers and experts weigh in on potential Kroger-Albertson’s merger
The proposed mega merger between Kroger and Albertson’s has a lot of people in the Pacific Northwest talking.4 years ago
Ted Buehner
The Great Shakeout earthquake drill prepares WA
An earthquake drill happens this Thursday with the intention of saving lives.4 years ago
Lisa Brooks
Orting School Board member resigns after Jan. 6 riot charges
The Orting School Board member who was arrested and charged in connection with the Jan. 6, 2021 attack on the U.S. Capitol building, has resigned from his position on the board.4 years ago
Hanna Scott
Verdict appealed over murder of Susan Cox Powell’s children
On that fateful Sunday, Josh Powell was to have a supervised visit with his sons – a supervised visit the Cox’s had repeatedly warned against.4 years ago
Shawn Garrett, KIRO 7 News
Seattle council member Sawant urging police to investigate several attacks involving human feces
She said an investigation was opened Oct. 13, but was told the case was no longer being pursued as active, even after reporting a fourth attack on Oct. 8.4 years ago
Darren Dedo
Everett woman killed in deadly road rage incident
Washington State Patrol Investigators are looking for an SUV involved in a deadly road rage incident in Skykomish on State Route 2 before 8 p.m. Saturday.4 years ago
Shawn Garrett, KIRO 7 News
Medics respond to rescue in rafters of 5th Avenue Theatre
At about 11:44 a.m. on Oct. 19, a man experienced a medical emergency in the rafters above the 5th Avenue stage, near the 1300 block of 5th Avenue.4 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba
Relief on the way as smoky skies linger across WA
True relief from smoky skies in western Washington may not come until late Friday, thanks to an incoming system from the Pacific.4 years ago
Colleen West, KIRO 7 News, Ranji Sinha, KIRO 7 News, and KIRO 7 News Staff
Air quality around Seattle ranked worst in the world
Heavy smoke from wildfires continues to reduce air quality in Seattle and Western Washington, and an air quality alert has been extended.4 years ago
